TECHNOLOGY
WhatsApp discloses critical bug in older versions, now patched
"An integer overflow in WhatsApp for Android prior to v2.22.16.12, Business for Android prior to v2.22.16.12, iOS prior to v2.22.16.12, Business for iOS prior to v2.22.16.12 could result in remote code execution in an established video call," WhatsApp said in an update.
Musk texted Oracle's Larry Ellison all night before putting Twitter deal on hold
According to Insider, Musk texted Ellison "into the early morning hours" before he announced on Twitter that his $44 billion agreement to takeover the micro-blogging platform was "temporarily on hold". "Musk's phone company records show that he exchanged multiple text messages with the Oracle cofounder on May 12, through 12.20 am on May 13," according to a court filing by Twitter.
Effects of Inflation on the Internet
With so much important stuff dependent on the internet today it is essential for everyone to have a good and stable internet connection. But looking at the situation of the internet market today, it’s quite unfortunate that prices have only increased in the past couple of months.
NVIDIA brings fix for lower frame rate, stuttering issues
According to Windows Central, the graphics chip manufacturer plans to ship an update to everyone as soon as possible. "Some users may observe lower performance in games or applications after updating to Microsoft Windows 11 2022 Update," according to the NVIDIA support page.
Foxconn tweaks iPhone 14 production lines to build more Pro models in China: Report
Basic iPhone models are reportedly facing lukewarm sales amid growing economic headwinds in the country, according to local reports. A Foxconn spokesperson told South China Morning Post that the company "would not comment on market rumours".
Meta to make it easier to switch between Facebook Instagram accounts
The company said that users could get notifications for both platforms in one place if they choose to add them to the same Accounts Center. "Today, we are introducing new features that will make it easier for people on Facebook and Instagram to access, create and navigate between multiple accounts and profiles," the company said in a blogpost.
iOS 16 bug breaking support for videos in Cinematic Mode: Report
The users reported the problem on Apple Support forums and Reddit. They said that video editors iMovie and Final Cut Pro "can no longer open Cinematic videos recorded with an iPhone running iOS 16," reports 9to5Mac.
7 in 10 cybersecurity professionals losing battle against hackers
Nearly 82 per cent of them estimated their organisation lost up to 10 per cent of revenue from security breaches in the last 12 months. Only 6 per cent of Indian organisations are working with a fully integrated security model, with another 12 per cent in the process of changing their siloed set-up, according to research by cyber-security firm Trellix.
OPPO Reno8 5G earns DXOMARK Gold Battery label
According to the company, the Reno8 5G notched a total score of 141 to place it on the podium of the global ranking. "The OPPO Reno8 5G earned an excellent global score thanks to its very well-balanced performances," DXOMARK cited in its review.
S.Korean telcos raise Galaxy Z Flip 4 subsidies ahead of iPhone 14 launch
SK Telecom, the country's largest wireless carrier, raised its subsidies for the 512-gigabyte model of Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip 4 last Friday to range between 380,000 won ($266) and 520,000 won depending on data plan price models. The company's previous subsidies ranged between 280,000 won and 520,000 won, reports Yonhap.
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