TECHNOLOGY
Apple Vision Pro may feature 'Travel Mode' for plane rides
The feature, named 'Travel Mode,' is specifically designed to enhance the users' in-flight experience. The Travel Mode appears to be the company's answer to provide a smoother experience given that the cabin of an aeroplane with its limited space and special environmental conditions might be difficult for virtual reality (VR) devices, reports MacRumors.
OceanGate CEO said once he 'broke some rules' to build Titan submersible
In comments to Mexican travel vlogger Alan Estrada in 2021, Rush evoked US General Douglas MacArthur as In comments to Mexican travel vlogger Alan Estrada in 2021, Rush evoked US General Douglas MacArthur as saying, "You're remembered for the rules you break." "I've broken some rules to make this (Titan). I think I've broken them with logic and good engineering behind me," Rush was quoted as saying in the video that has now surfaced on social media after the tragedy.
New AI-enabled Outlook app to replace Mail, Calendar apps on Windows 11
"Beginning in 2024, new Windows 11 devices will be shipped with the new Outlook for Windows as the default mailbox application free for all to use. The Mail and Calendar applications will continue to be available via download in the Microsoft Store through the end of 2024," Microsoft said in a blogpost.
Child predators using Discord for sextortion, abductions
According to NBC News, over the past six years, around 35 cases of adults being prosecuted on charges of "kidnapping, grooming or sexual harassment" have been identified that allegedly involved Discord communications. Among those, at least 15 have resulted in guilty pleas or verdicts, with "many more" awaiting trial.
HP launches new line-up of gaming laptops in India
"HP is enhancing and expanding a world-class ecosystem of hardware and software with its new portfolio, designed to empower gamers and deliver the best experiences whether they're gaming, creating, or connecting," Vickram Bedi, Senior Director (Personal Systems), HP India, said in a statement.
Apple's iOS 16.5.1 update includes security fixes
According to an Apple's security support page published on Wednesday, there are fixes for two vulnerabilities that might have been used by hackers for system attacks. Improved input validation for an integer overflow addressed a kernel vulnerability that might lead to arbitrary code execution with kernel privileges.
Dropbox announces new AI-powered tools, $50 mn AI-focused venture initiative
"With connectors to major platforms like Google Workspace, Microsoft Outlook, Salesforce, and more, you can find everything in one place, fast. Now you can skip those time-consuming tasks like toggling between apps to share content, join a meeting, and find a deck your teammate shared," Dropbox said in a blogpost on Wednesday.
Opera launches revamped browser with AI chatbot
"Opera One is your familiar Opera Browser, but it's been given a major makeover. And we're not just talking about a new coat of paint -- we've reimagined and rebuilt Opera from the ground up, paving the way for a new era in which AI isn't just an add-on, but a core part of your browsing experience," Opera said in a blogpost.
vivo launches 'Y36' with 50MP camera, 5000mAh battery in India
vivo Y36 is priced at Rs 16,999 for the 8GB+128GB variant, and will be available for purchase via Flipkart, vivo India e-store and across all partner retail stores, the company said in a statement. The new smartphone comes in two colours -- Vibrant Gold and Meteor Black.
Nothing may foray into smartwatch segment
Leaker Mukul Sharma had spotted a trademark called 'CMF BY Nothing' earlier this year, however recently, the same wordmark was spotted attached to a product's certification listing with the model number 'D395,' reports Android Authority. This product is expected to be a smartwatch.
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