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Google rolling out Q&A, poll features to Meet live streams
"If you’re live streaming a video meeting, meeting hosts can now enable the Q&A and poll features," the tech giant said in a Workspace Updates blogpost on Wednesday. Earlier, these features were only available in traditional Meet meetings."Expanding these features to live streamed meetings will help take your meetings to the next level with a more feature-rich, collaborative experience."
Samsung may not unveil Galaxy Buds 3 at Unpacked event next month
Before debuting a new product, the company sends information to partner retailers and mobile carriers to help them prepare for the new product’s release, reports SamMobile. According to @_snoopytech_, the company already sent the information about the new Galaxy Z Fold 5, Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Tab S9 series.
Microsoft tests feature to allow users sign in to websites using passkeys on Windows 11
Users will be able to "go to any app or website that supports passkeys to create and sign in using passkeys with the Windows Hello native experience", the tech giant said in a Windows Insider blogpost. Once a passkey is created, users can use Windows Hello -- face, fingerprint or PIN -- to sign in.
OpenAI opens office in London, home base of Google’s DeepMind
London is the home base of DeepMind, Google’s largest AI research division. The first international office in London, said OpenAI, signifies a milestone in OpenAI’s growth, “showcasing our commitment to broaden the scope of our operations, bring in diverse perspectives, and accelerate our mission of ensuring that artificial general intelligence (AGI) benefits all of humanity”.
WhatsApp rolling out 32-person video calling feature on Windows beta
Beta users will receive a message that invites them to try calling their groups, reports WABetaInfo. Earlier, only the ability to place audio calls with up to 32 people was available on Windows. However now, with the latest update, beta users can also video call with up to 32 people. The new feature is currently available to some beta testers that install the latest WhatsApp beta for Windows update, and is expected to roll out to more users over the coming days, the report said.
Google introduces Shop tab on Android TV
The Shop tab allows users explore movies to buy or rent and make purchases directly on their Android TV, the tech giant said in a support page on Wednesday. "So whether you are searching for a new and popular movie not yet available on other streaming services or you are looking to make a one-time movie purchase without a subscription, the Shop tab makes it easy."
US to spend over $42 bn to provide high-speed internet by 2030
The US Department of Commerce announced funding for all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and US territories, which has been hailed by the White House as the largest internet funding announcement in history. "High-speed internet is no longer a luxury -- it is necessary for Americans to do their jobs, to participate equally in school, access health care, and to stay connected with family and friends," the White House wrote in a fact sheet.
Google 'killed' plans for AR glasses: Report
The company unveiled its translation glasses last year, and if the rumour is true, it would mean that those glasses are no more. This also likely indicates that the versions incorporating transcription and navigation features, which the tech giant had announced to publicly test starting July last year, are no longer in works, reports 'The Verge'.
.Musk celebrates 52nd birthday as he prepares for cage fight with Zuckerberg
Musk's fans took to Twitter to wish him on the occasion. "Happy Birthday Elon Musk. Work hard like every waking hour, that’s the thing I would say, particularly if you’re starting a company," Tesla Owners Silicon Valley tweeted on Wednesday. "Wish you a great birthday bro @elonmusk, loads of children, plenty of time to build rocketships, and DOGE coin at 1 dollar," a user said.
Amazon Echo Dot (5th Gen): Perfect blend of style & functionality
From sleek spherical designs that seamlessly blend into any decor, to cylindrical shapes that reflect elegance, and even ultra-slim profiles that take up minimal space, the smart speakers offer a diverse range of options to suit your home. The Amazon Echo Dot (5th generation) is an impressive Alexa-driven device that incorporates the latest advancements in artificial intelligence (AI).
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