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Twitter working on in-app currency to help creators earn
This new feature was spotted by app researchers Jane Manchun Wong and Nima Owji, who shared it on the micro-blogging platform on Tuesday. The screenshot posted by both researchers mentioned, "Coins allow you to support creators who Tweet great content. Unused coins are kept in your balance."
Apple introduces new tool for business
With this new tool, all businesses can now directly manage their information in the interactive Apple Maps place card, such as inviting customers to take actions like ordering food or making a reservation directly from Maps, the tech giant said in a blogpost on Wednesday.
Google hits back in US search antitrust lawsuit, says doesn't block rivals
The US Department of Justice and a coalition of state attorneys general had sued Google in 2020 under the Donald Trump administration. The complaint alleged that Google used its "incumbent power" and its Android operating system to lock up the search market, denying competitors "vital distribution, scale, and product recognition".
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra may feature 150x zoom camera
According to tipster @RGcloudS, the Galaxy S24 Ultra is likely to feature a telephoto camera with "Gen4" optics and an aperture between F2.5 and F.9, reports SamMobile. Both of these will make it possible for the telephoto camera to take pictures with a 150x zoom, which is 50 per cent more than the Galaxy S22's 100x Space Zoom.
Samsung Galaxy S23 series pre-order now available in India
Customers can pre-reserve the new Galaxy S series by paying a token amount of Rs 1,999 on the company's official website, Samsung Exclusive Stores, Amazon and leading retail outlets, the tech giant said in a statement. Consumers who pre-reserve the S23 series smartphone will get a benefit worth Rs 5,000. However, to avail the benefit, consumers must purchase and activate the device before March 31.
Cyber criminals accessed staff data in ransomware attack: The Guardian
An internal email, seen by The Record, said that it is "now clear that we experienced a highly sophisticated cyber attack involving unauthorised third-party access to parts of our network, which appears to have been triggered by a phishing attack." The cyber attack was described as affecting many of the company's key systems, the IT network and "some" of its data.
Twitter planning to sell inactive usernames via online auctions
According to The New York Times, engineers at the company are planning to organise online auctions where people can bid for usernames or Twitter handles. It is still unclear how much Twitter will charge for selling inactive usernames. "The company has discussed selling some user names through online auctions, people with knowledge of the plans said," according to the report.
Google rolling out emoji reactions on Meet
Users can now use emojis to share in-meeting reactions in "Google Meet on Web, Meet Hardware devices and iOS, with Android coming soon," the tech giant said in a Workspace Updates blogpost on Wednesday. These reactions will appear as a small badge floating up the left side of the screen on the sender's video tile.
Apple may release touchscreen MacBook Pro in 2025
According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, the tech giant's engineers are "actively engaged in the project," indicating that the company is "seriously considering" producing touchscreen Macs, reports MacRumors. The first MacBook Pro with a touchscreen is likely to feature a traditional laptop design with a trackpad and a keyboard.
Dating apps like Tinder to offer in-app tips on avoiding romance scams
According to TechCrunch, Tinder and a French dating app, Meetic will send in-app messages to users with tips and common behaviour to look out for. Suggestions include verifying potential matches' profile pictures, video chatting with them before meeting in person, and learning how to spot scammer red flags.
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