TECHNOLOGY
Chip shortage hits new brands in tough Indian laptop market
According to industry experts, the issue with smartphone makers entering the laptop category is two-fold. The first one is a massive supply crunch in the laptop component market and only big brands are able to get volume and supplies. The other factor is that the traditional players are very strong in the consumer laptop market.
Twitter adds one-click 'Revue newsletter' signup buttons to tweets
According to Engadget, when someone shares their Revue newsletter, the tweet will include a subscribe button. If someone clicks a link to a specific newsletter issue, they will see an option to subscribe when they return to their Twitter feed. The feature is live on the web now, and it is coming to iOS and Android soon. In addition, if your Twitter account is linked to an email address, you can sign up to receive newsletter updates with a single click. You will not need to confirm your subscription through your email inbox, the report said.
Apple loses legal battle against Huawei 'MatePod' trademark
According to a report in the South China Morning Post, the iPhone maker opposed the Shenzhen-based Huawei's use of the "MatePod" brand in the earphone category "on the grounds that it was similar to Apple's own trademarks for the terms Pod, iPod, EarPods and AirPods". The Chinese authority, however, did not find Apple's argument compelling.
Musk says Starship may be ready for orbital launch next month
According to TechCrunch, SpaceX will require approvals from the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to make the attempt, as it has done for all of its previous Starship test flights from its development location outside of Brownsville, Texas. The FAA requires SpaceX to demonstrate that it has taken all necessary security measures to ensure that there is minimal risk if something goes wrong during the launch attempts.
Apple updates App Store guidelines to empower developers
The company said that the three key changes to the App Store review guidelines support new features in upcoming OS releases, better protect customers and help apps go through the review process as smoothly as possible. Among the changes, developers are allowed to communicate with their customers about other payment methods available outside their app.
Make full-screen Apple Watch Series 7 your perfect lifestyle partner
There are simple reasons for its supremacy. Apple Watch has not only redefined health for those who always wanted to lead a fitter life 24/7, it has also become a lifestyle symbol for several Indians. Frankly, wearing an Apple Watch automatically instills that fitness feeling, as if you are wearing your gym, yoga or lifestyle coach on your wrist. With that feeling comes an instant urge to walk, jog, cycle or do mindful meditation, bringing in immense health benefits to the wearer.
Samsung not allowed to sell 61 models of its smartphones in Russia
SQWIN SA claims THAT Samsung Pay is based on its electronic payment system. The company registered a patent for the technology in Russia nearly eight years ago, reports PhoneArena. The list includes 61 models, including some of Samsung's best 2021 phones like the latest Galaxy Z Flip and Fold flagships and also some budget models like 2017's Galaxy J5.
New whistleblower accuses FB of 'profits' over fighting hate speech
A former member of Facebook's Integrity team has alleged that "the company prizes growth and profits over combating hate speech, misinformation and other threats to the public", reports The Washington Post. According to a copy of the affidavit obtained by The Post, the allegations echoed many of those made by the first whistleblower Frances Haugen.
2,000 Amazon workers in NY to seek federal authorisation on union
The move is a red rag for the retail behemoth having a turnover of $386 billion in 2020. The organisers said their plan on Monday is to ask federal labour officials to authorise a union vote. The push is barely 12 miles from Wall Street, to some the heart of global capitalism. It ratchets up growing unionisation efforts at Amazon, at 950,000 folks, the second-largest private employer in the US after Walmart.
Google Meet hosts can keep participants' microphones, cameras off
The feature has been rolled for Google Workspace for Education Fundamentals and Education Plus domains. It will launch to additional Google Workspace editions in the coming months. The microphone and camera lock feature will be off by default; hosts will have to turn it on during meetings if they want to use it. The feature will be useful in all-hands meetings and training programs with globally distributed teams, as well as educators communicating with students.
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