TECHNOLOGY
YouTube may limit access to 4K videos only for Premium users
According to MacRumors, some users on Reddit and Twitter mentioned that they have started to notice that on iOS, and presumably across other platforms also. However, not all users are seeing the 4K quality option blocked behind YouTube's paywall, and it is unclear if YouTube plans to move forward with this.
Android app for Dynamic Island-like features surpasses 1 mn downloads
According to app developer Jawomo, DynamicSpot gives users a Dynamic Island mini multitasking feature, making it easier to access recent notifications or phone status changes. "As DynamicSpot uses Android's notification system, it is compatible with almost all apps, like messaging notification, timer apps and even music apps!" the company has mentioned on Google Play.
LinkedIn India arrives on Instagram to help young professionals
The professional networking platform said that participants are encouraged to post their ideas using Instagram-first content formats such as reels and stories to spark creative conversations around topics that shape their world of work, including flexi-working, work-life balance, purpose-driven values, and social impact responsibilities.
Apple Music hits 100 mn songs driven by human curation
The company said that 21 years on from the invention of iTunes and the debut of the original iPod, "we've gone from 1,000 songs in your pocket to 100,000x that on Apple Music". "It's phenomenal growth by any metric. The entire history, present, and future of music is at your fingertips or voice command," said Rachel Newman, Apple Music's global head of editorial.
Twitter Blue users in Canada, Australia, New Zealand can now 'Edit Tweet'
The company said that the feature is for Twitter Blue users. However, it did not mention the feature's availability for Indian audiences. "Test went well, Edit Tweet is now rolling out to Twitter Blue members in Canada, Australia, and New Zealand," according to a tweet by Twitter Blue.
Samsung unveils affordable Galaxy A series smartphone in India
The smartphone is available in three colours -- black, copper and green -- and is priced at Rs 13,499 for 4GB+64GB variant. It is available across retail stores, Samsung.com and leading online portals. "The dual-SIM Galaxy A04s provides immersive viewing experience to Gen Z and young millennials who love binging on content," the company said in a statement.
iPad's Apple SIM can no longer be used to activate cellular plans
According to MacRumors, the tech giant included an Apple SIM with its cellular iPads to allow users to quickly get set up with cellular data plans from carriers, without needing to wait for a carrier's physical SIM to be delivered for use. However, since October 1, Apple SIM can't be used for that task at all, the report said.
iPhone 14 Pro models are still seeing high demand than 13 Pro: Report
According to a product availability tracker claims, the demand for the iPhone 14 appears to be lower than it was for the iPhone 13, but there are some positive signs for the iPhone 14 Plus, reports AppleInsider. In the fourth week, Sunday's Apple Product Availability Tracker by analysts at JP Morgan saw a similar situation to one week prior, with strong demand for the Pro models, weak for the non-Pro, the report said.
Apple acknowledges Watch Series 8, Ultra's microphone issues
According to MacRumors, users have complained of their Apple Watch Series 8 and Ultra's microphone becoming unresponsive for an extended period, resulting in apps that depend on the microphone causing errors or ceasing to function altogether.
Google Pixel Watch was available for pre-order on Amazon briefly: Report
According to 9To5Google, the next Google smartwatch features a variety of bands, watch faces, and Fitbit integration in what is arguably the biggest Pixel Watch leak to date, as shown in a series of official-looking photographs. There appear to be two different leather band styles from there, including one style in black and green, and another in black, grey, and orange.
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