Google working on 'Connected Flight' mode for Android: Report
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The information was revealed by a new patent from the company which appeared online, reports Android Authority. According to the patent, the feature will work on phones, tablets and laptops. It seems to be able to recognize when the user is on a plane. If triggered, the device will automatically switch to Aeroplane mode and return to normal mode once it determines that the user is landed.
Apple makes it super easy to switch from Android to iPhone
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​​​​​​​One can start the Android to iOS switching process by downloading the ‘Move to iOS’ app on your Android phone. It securely transfers your contacts, messages, WhatsApp content, photos, videos, email accounts and calendars from your Android phone to your iPhone.
Android users face fewer usability problems compared to iOS: Report
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According to smartphone comparison service provider Green Smartphones, Android is 58 per cent easier to use than Apple’s operating system. The report analysed 12 common operations such as “how to screen record”, “how to share my location”, “how to take a screenshot”, and others on Android and iOS.
Short-video platform Moj to bring Dolby Vision in its app
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"With this partnership with Dolby Vision, a first in India, Moj enables creators to share richer stories and experiences, empowered by cutting-edge innovation and advanced technology. Viewers, in turn, enjoy a more immersive and enhanced viewing experience," Setal Patel, Director of Product, Moj, said in a statement.
Android malware mimics ChatGPT apps to target smartphone users: Report
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According to researchers from Palo Alto Networks Unit 42, these malware variants emerged along with the release by OpenAI of GPT-3.5, followed by GPT-4, infecting victims interested in using the ChatGPT tool. Researchers have found two types of active malware -- one is a Meterpreter Trojan disguised as a "SuperGPT" app, and the other is a "ChatGPT" app that sends messages to premium-rate numbers in Thailand.
Google may bring battery health feature with Android 14
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According to Esper's Mishaal Rahman, Google added some new BatteryManager APIs to Android 14 beta, reports GSMArena. Two of them are public APIs which provide information about cycle count and charging status, while others are system APIs that report the device's manufacturing date, date of first use, charging policy and state of health.
BGMI mobile game now available to play for all Indian users
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"After a staggered rollout that began on May 29, the game is now playable for all users," the company said. Moreover, the company has rolled out the BGMI game with the 2.5 update which includes a brand-new map -- Nusa, in-game events, weapon upgrades, and new skins.
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