TECHNOLOGY
Google confirms bug in Fitbit app that counts inaccurate calories
According to 9to5Google, Pixel Watch users have noticed that calories counted on the Pixel Watch differ from those of other smartwatches or fitness trackers, such as the Galaxy Watch 5 or Apple Watch. As smartwatches will never be 100 per cent accurate in terms of calorie counts, it was odd to notice Google's new smartwatch varying so much.
Twitter alternative Mastodon gains maximum traction after Musk takeover
"Hey, so, we've hit 1,028,362 monthly active users across the network today. 1,124 new Mastodon servers since Oct 27, and 489,003 new users. That's pretty cool," Eugen Rochko, Founder and CEO of Mastodon, said in a post on the platform. According to him, the platform had 381,113 active users on October 28.
Elon Musk ends remote work at Twitter, tells staff 'difficult times ahead'
Elon Musk warned that a weaker economic environment in the US would mean difficulties for Twitter and there was "no way to sugarcoat the message" about these challenges. He also reportedly told employees that they should be in the office for a minimum of 40 hours a week.
Spotify introduces new Apple Watch app experience
The new update allows users to easily browse and choose their favourite music and podcasts in 'Your Library', the Spotify said in a blogpost. Additionally, the new update allows users to quickly download music for offline listening from the watch itself. It offers "new sleek design with larger artwork, animations", and useful additions like the ability to swipe to like a song.
Apple to use LG-supplied OLED panels for iPhone 14 Pro models
Earlier Samsung Display provided OLED panels for the Pro model for the launch of the iPhone 14. However, it seems that Apple has come up with another supplier for the premium model. According to sources of ETNews, LG Display started supplying the panels at the end of October.
Apple limits 'Everyone' option in Airdrop to 10 minutes in China
Airdrop allows instant file transferring as it uses Bluetooth Low Energy and peer-to-peer wifi technology. According to TechCrunch, Airdrop is one of the few uncensored communication mediums in China because of its instant file-sharing feature, which is why, in recent weeks, people used the feature to share politically sensitive content as the country's top leadership reshuffled.
ASUS launches foldable Zenbook laptop in India
Priced at Rs 3,29,990, the laptop is available for Indian users online and offline, according to an official report. "It is the world's first 17.3-inch foldable laptop that uses a proprietary foldable hinge design. Co-developed with Intel and BOE, it delivers a transformative experience that merges the productivity of a desktop with the portability of a laptop," Arnold Su, Business Head, Consumer and Gaming PC, System Business Group, ASUS India, said in a statement.
9.75 mn developers in India using GitHub, 2nd largest after US
More than 2.5 million Indians joined the platform over the past year -- a 35 per cent year-over-year (YoY) increase. If this user growth continues, GitHub predicts that users in India will match the current US GitHub developer population by 2025.
Microsoft starts rolling out iCloud Photos integration on Windows 11
The new update offers the ability to link an iCloud Photos library directly into the built-in Windows Photos app, reports The Verge. "We know that many Windows customers have photo and video collections on their iPhones that they would like to be able to view on their PC," Dave Grochocki, principal product manager lead for Microsoft's Windows inbox apps, said.
Twitter will add granular details to verified badges: Elon Musk
After abruptly killing the gray 'Official' badge for government accounts, Musk said that the company will now add organisational affiliation and ID verification to verified accounts with Blue badges.
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