TECHNOLOGY
Apple may launch macOS for M2 iPad Pro
To make the macOS UI suitable for touch, testing is being done with a 25 per cent larger version of it. The device is code-named Mendocino, and will likely release as macOS 14 in 2023. Apple's decision to transition the iPad to a macOS interface in this half-step is unclear, the report said.
Google improves Gmail search, Chat with search labels
The tech giant has introduced three features for accurate and customized search suggestions and results -- 'Search suggestions', 'Gmail labels' and 'Related results'. These features do not have an admin control, the company said in a blogpost. With 'Search suggestions' users can see search-query as they type in the Chat search field based on their prior search history. Additionally, it help users to quickly recall important messages, files, and more on mobile.
Upcoming iPhone SE 4 likely to come up with 6.1-inch display
The upcoming iPhone SE will have the same design as the iPhone XR, in keeping with past rumours, according to tech new breaker Jon Prosser, GizmoChina reported. Meanwhile, the SE 2 and SE 3 editions of the iPhone have sported a design similar to the iPhone 8, the report said.
Tesla aims to produce 50K Tesla Semi in 2024
Elon Musk said that the company will be "ramping up Semi production through next year," reports Teslarati. "As I think everyone knows at this point, it takes about a year to ramp up production. So, we expect to see significant -- we are tentatively aiming for 50,000 units in 2024 for Tesla Semi in North America," Musk was quoted as saying.
Lyft to allow drivers to pay, reserve parking in advance
Customers are allowed to reserve parking spaces at any time of the day, according to the Lyft website. The company-side pricing will be determined by a person's entry and exit time, the report added. The company said that it will offer the service in "select locations," including San Francisco.
Garmin unveils two new smartwatches in India
The Venu SQ 2 is priced at Rs 27,990 and the Venu SQ 2 Music Edition at Rs Rs 33,490 and they are available on online and offline platforms. "Packed with bright AMOLED display, popular health and wellness features, smart notifications, and an impressive battery life -- the Venu Sq 2 series have the broadest range of 24/7 health monitoring features available in the market," Sky Chen, Regional Director of Garmin India and Southeast Asia, said in a statement.
Microsoft to bring Xbox mobile store, challenging Google & Apple
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is currently looking into Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard, and they have discovered the company's plans to create an Xbox-branded mobile game store, reports The Verge. To build a gaming store, the tech giant might use the successful mobile games Candy Crush Saga and Call of Duty: Mobile, which are produced by Activision and King, respectively.
Uber launches its advertising division, will show video ads during rides
The company introduced 'Uber Journey Ads', an entertaining method for businesses to engage customers. The company has already teamed up with over 40 prominent businesses to run Journey Ads. "We have a global audience of valuable, purchase-minded consumers who, as part of our core business, tell us where they want to go and what they want to get," said Grether, General Manager of Uber's advertising division.
250 million devices now run Android Go: Google
The tech giant focused on three major qualities in Android 13-- reliability, usability and customisation. Android 13 adds Google Play System updates to Go devices, which helps to make sure that devices are frequently receiving important software updates.
SpaceX's satellite internet service is coming to planes
According to The Verge, the company claimed the service will offer internet speeds of up to 350mbps to each plane equipped with its Aero Terminal, which it says is fast enough for video calls, online gaming, "and other high data rate activities".
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