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New “Precise Location” feature in iOS 14 grants approximate location access

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iOS 14 is still under a lot of optimization but there are a lot of features in the OS that are unique and really helpful for the user. A new feature from Apple in iOS 14 has been introduced which would allow apps to get the precise location of your using the Location services. The new toggle feature will give the user more control over apps and how they use the location for the user. Before iOS 14, you could allow the app to use the location services to use the feature for tracking while the app is open or always.

It allowed the application to get the precise and exact coordinates of the users and where they are. Not all apps on the iPhone require the user’s exact location and can work with the area they are in. In iOS 14, this feature allows the user to allow the app to either have the exact location of the user or just the area they are. Also, the location service will only use the tracking feature when allowed by the user. The tracking features are mostly used in Maps, and not required in other apps. An example of it can be the weather app, that does not require tracking you but simply needs to know the area you are in to check the weather details.

This feature will allow the users to give minimum location information to the developers of the app, which is required for the apps to function. Now even if you allow the location services for an app, they will not be able to spot your precise location unless you select the option in iOS 14. The “Precise Location” toggle button can be found while permitting the app to use location service. The setting can be accessed from Settings -> Privacy -> Location Services.

Android phones will now alert you before earthquakes happen

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Google has been adding a lot of new features to its Android operating system lately and new features are already in development for the future. However, the recent update on a new feature is really something that could save people’s life. The new feature as per Google has been developed to alert Android users about an earthquake before it takes place. So how does it actually work? Google says that the new feature will turn their existing smartphones into a mini seismometer. The company said that they will keep working on this feature to improve the prediction of earthquakes and inform the users about it even before it occurs. 

The feature will definitely help to save a lot of life and will help people keep themselves and their families prepared and safe beforehand. The feature will be initially rolled out in California, where it will be tested on various aspects. Once the app is ready, the global rollout will be made. The company said that they have made an association with the United States Geological Survey and California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services, so that earthquake alerts can be sent to the Android device of the residents. The technology will be powered by “ShaleAlert” which used more than 700 seismometers installed all over the state. 

Google mentioned that the tiny accelerometers in all the Android smartphones can easily detect or sense signals and indicate the earthquake might be happening. The server will combine the same information if any from multiple smartphones and notify other Android users in the state. They have also said that they will continue to work on how the detection rate can be improved and they will also prepare resources to educate people on how they can save themselves in such conditions. The company is really excited to see the results for the same in California.

Apple adds a “Listen Now” tab to Apple Music Beta

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Apple launched a new web version of their Apple Music platform in beta version, in the month of September last year. The streaming service was to provide the best quality and a large variety of music content to the users. The web version beta stage ended in the month of April this year after a lot of changes and optimizations were done. Now Apple has relaunched its Apple Music web beta version with new features and UI changes.

The new web version will now come with a “Listen Now” which will be replacing the “For You” tab in the software. The purpose of this tab is to provide you personalized song recommendations based on your previous selection and songs that you have been listening to. The page will also categorize the “Top Picks” based on the recently added songs you have added or a track that you have been continuously listening to. The changes are not only in the features but also the UI. The icon of the sidebar and now in red color and the design in the “Made for You” category is now similar to the Apple Music on Mac Os.

Currently, the web version does have a lot of bugs that a user might have to face while using it, with most of the older bugs being resolved. Unless you do not have a problem with minor bugs, you can start using the new design from Apple Music web version. However, it is suggested that you should wait until the stable version is released.

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra comes with OLED VRR display

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Samsung recently launched its Galaxy Note 20 Ultra, which was one of the most highly expected smartphones. The phone does come with a hefty price tag, but also offers a lot of new features in return as well. One of such technologies ever to come in a smartphone is VRR(Variable Refresh Rate). The Galaxy Note 20 Ultra will be the first phone ever to use this technology with their smartphones as a VRR OLED display. The display technology is great when it comes to power saving.

The screen on the phone consumes the maximum amount of battery, however, with this technology, the power consumption is going to decrease by almost 22%. The technology allows the device to use variable refresh rates on the phone in different situations. For example, you will get a refresh rate of 120Hz while playing games and 60Hz while movie streaming. When you are viewing an image, the device screen will switch to 10Hz and 30Hz while viewing text and emails. The refresh rate here would totally depend upon the requirement of the application.

Samsung has also added its backplane technology which eliminates flickering for operating in low frequencies like 10Hz. The device will offer seamless switching between the refresh rate and the user will not feel any kind of difference when it comes to the usability and screen quality. Although the technology used in the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra is not true VRR, as used in certain screens and gaming monitors, it is still a great step ahead in this way.

Twitter launches new API for developers

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Twitter has been a lot in news recently, be it the security breach issue or the news of new subscription plans that the microblogging site is working on. As per the recent news, the company has launched its new API, which is meant to improve third-party apps integrate with the platform. The new API has been created by Twitter after listening to developers’ feedback, to make API more flexible to apps like Tweetbot and similar others. As per the official statement by Twitter, the new API is going to be much easier and cleaner to use by developers, when compared to the older version where on approach was followed for any third-party app.

The new API also brings in three new product tracks. App developers who are building something for fun, for a good cause, and to learn or teach. The new API also brings in academic research and business tracks. The approach is very different from what Twitter has been doing in the past and the developers have really appreciated Twitter for doing so. It is still not clear from the new API whether the developers will be able to have the feature of push notification and feed refresh. However, Twitter has committed that the developers will see a lot of changes in the future API for Twitter and API will be much friendlier than it was before.

Twitter has also made sure that that feedback regarding this new API is constantly heard of from developers so that they can make out how the new changes will affect the platform.

Apple releases a new update for iPhone 11 green tint issue

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Apple released a new update for the iPhone last month, which had a lot of new features and optimization for the existing one. The iOS update 13.6 brought in a digital car key feature and a lot more. Now Apple has released a new update iOS 13.6.1 which addresses a lot of old issues in the iPhone such as storage space issue, notifications, etc. However, the latest update also brings the resolution to the green tint issue that emerged in iPhone 11.

As per users, the iPhone screen had a green tint when used in the a dark environment. The updates noted have mentioned a thermal management issue, which is the reason behind the green tint issue. As per details, the issue will b permanently be taken care of in the iOS 14 update. Currently, the iOS 14 is available to users in the beta stage where many such issues are being handled and optimized as per users’ experience. Apart from the green tint issue, the company is also trying to cover all the other problems that users face in the iPhone 11.

As per Apple, iPhone 11 does have rare issues as almost all of them have already been taken care of through updates. Remaining issues will be resolved through updates but they will be completely removed and optimized in the iOS 14 updates. The new update for the green tint issue is now available and can be downloaded on your iPhone device.

New Lawsuit on Facebook for using Biometric recognition data without consent, can cost $500 billion

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It seems like Facebook is going to face a lot of heat again in an issue where the social networking giant has been accused of collecting biometric data of the users through Instagram. As per the details a new lawsuit has been placed on Instagram for illegally collection users’ facial recognition data with informing them or asking for their permission. If turned out to be true, the company could face a fine of $500 billion, which is going to affect the company’s reputation in a very negative way.

A class-action lawsuit filed in San Mateo Superior Court by Illinois resident Kelly Whalen on Aug. 10, claims that Facebook is sharing the biometric data with the user’s consent. As per the lawsuit, the company will have to pay $5000 for each intentional violation and $1000 for negligent violation. The claim figures an estimate of around 100 million users which can take the amount to $500 billion. Facebook has already paid $650 million in July to settle a similar case about the misuse of facial recognition data.

As per the concerned parties, the action that Facebook has been taking through Instagram is very problematic as it does not allow the user to give permission to know about it and the company is profiting by collecting and selling their data to other companies. The problem remains when Instagram users share their data on the apps and the same is shared by Facebook automatically over all platforms. It is also a major concern where the apps can use the facial recognition feature without activation and content to scan and collect data into Facebook.

Google bringing new set of features in Google Meet for Students and Educators

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Google Meet has seen a major increase in the usage due to students and educators during this pandemic. As educators are unable to open their educational institutions, they are conducting online classes using the Google Meet tool. Google recently had an event named “Back-to-school” where they provided a road map for upcoming moderation tools and other functionality that will make Google Meet a better tool for people in the field of interactivity and education.

The new features in Google Meet will increase the level of control for the moderators while they are conducting the class online. One of such features provides the moderators the authority to prevent any previously rejected participants from joining the meeting. It will also have the following features.

  • Manage join requests with ease by accepting or rejecting them in bulk
  • Lock meetings until the moderator join 
  • End meetings for all participants when class is finished
  • Disable in-meeting chat and set restrictions on who can present during a meeting 

Google will also be integrating a new feature that allows a group of 49 students to join simultaneously. The feature will also be joined by a collaborative whiteboard, through Jamboard. Teachers and educators will also be able to change their backgrounds and add custom backgrounds to the call. There are some more features that will be added to the GSuite Enterprise for Education.

  • Attendance tracking to see and track which students attended virtual class (G Suite Enterprise for Education) 
  • Breakout rooms so educators can split classes into simultaneous small group discussions (G Suite Enterprise for Education) 

These are the features that will be launched in Google Meet later this year.

  • Hand-raising to help you identify students who may need help or have a question 
  • Q&A features to provide a way for students to ask questions without disrupting the flow of the class discussion or lesson, and polling to engage students to share their voice (G Suite Enterprise for Education) 
  • Temporary recordings allow for lessons to be viewed for up to 21 days within a domain

Xbox Series X confirmed to launch this November

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There was a lot of speculation about the release date for the next generation console from Microsoft, with many expecting a delay in the launch. However, it is now confirmed that the next-generation X series console will launch in November of 2020. There is no confirmation yet on the price but it will surely go on sale in the 2020 holiday season. The next-gen console will be launched around the same time when the Sony Playstation 5 will be launched for global sales.

As per the details about the X box X series gaming console, it is said that the console will be able to run thousands of games spanning four generations. therefore, if you are using the current Xbox one series, then you will be able to use all the game on the new generation console as well. As per Microsoft, 50 news games have already been planned for the new generation Xbox which includes Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, Dirt 5, Gears Tactics, Yakuza: Like a Dragon, Watch Dogs: Legion and many more. What one can find from the images and leaked details is that the console will be more powerful than the Sony Playstation 5 and will be designed like a rectangular.

The next-generation console will also get a new controller with re-designed buttons and new control options. It is said that the console will have a better SSD and will support 120fps gameplay. Backward compatibility will also be a great option in this console which will allow the players to run all their previous games. Currently, there are no confirmed details on the price of the console, but it is expected that it will cost around $500, which will be closer to what PS5 has been priced at. The price will soon be revealed after the console goes on sale.

New Security patch from Microsoft resolved more than 120 bugs and issues

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Microsoft has recently released a new security patch for its Windows operating system and Edge where it is said that more than 120 flaws have been fixed. Kaspersky had earlier provided Microsoft with a report where it found a remote code execution bug in internet explorer scripting engine. The latest August update which takes care of these bugs and various others has been rolled out globally. It also includes the two zero-day bugs and Internet Explorer that were being exploited by the hackers.

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The security patch will also bring improvement and bug resolutions to SQL server and, .NET framework. Out of all the 120 bugs that have been resolved, it was noticed that 17 bugs were rated to be very critical, also the zero-day bugs reported by ZDNet has also been resolve under this patch. As per the developer team in Microsoft, the bug allowed the hackers to validate incorrectly on the operating system. Other bugs were also found in the report of Kaspersky that uses the code to integrate or inject malicious software and code to the system. This bug was also identified by the company and has now been completely resolved.

Microsoft has been facing a lot of attacks and bug issues lately and the company has been realising the patches regularly to make sure that the issues do not prevail for so long. The new bugs in the Microsoft Edge do state that hackers have been trying to use the code on Edge to get unauthorized access to Windows file.

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