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Over 700 5G phone models require immediate installation of updates!
Researchers in Singapore discovered vulnerabilities in 5G modems produced by Qualcomm and MediaTek, which have left 714 5G phones open to a “5Ghoul attack.” This attack includes 14 vulnerabilities…

Update: Beeper Mini experiences partial outage, potentially due to Apple intervention
Beeper has provided an update on both the Beeper Cloud and Beeper Mini apps. Beeper Cloud is partially working, but only for Apple ID logins and not using your phone number.
Uncovered Code Reveals Google’s Strategy to Transform a Pixel 8 Pro Sensor into a Personal Health Device
The Pixel 8 Pro may soon come equipped with a temperature sensor, pending FDA approval.

Spotify denies big rumor; maintains it will not support in-app purchases via the App Store
A few years ago Spotify became one of the leading voices rallying against the Apple Tax.
Google’s latest ad for iPhone and Pixel highlights Feature Drops and AI
Google’s #BestPhonesForever sports commercials are a hit among phone enthusiasts, showcasing the friendship between iPhone and Pixel through creative stop action.

One UI 6.1 Feature Keeps Galaxy Handset Batteries Healthy
Samsung is currently working on rolling out One UI 6.0/Android 14 to eligible Galaxy smartphones. However, there are already rumors about a potential feature that could be included in One UI 6.1.

Rumors suggest that Qualcomm is set to take a bold move with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 SoC
Sometime next October, most likely about a week before Halloween, Qualcomm will announce the next iteration of its flagship application processor (AP), the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4.

YouTube Music to Replace Google Podcasts in the US by Early April 2024
It was announced a few months ago that Google Podcasts would be discontinued, and this week Google revealed the steps for users to transition to YouTube Music, which will replace Podcasts in early…

When Sam Altman was fired, his iPhone experienced an unprecedented meltdown
Sam Altman was the face of the not-so-mini AI revolution that took the world by surprise this year, so it was natural to be shocked when he was fired from OpenAI, the company behind the immensely…

Anticipated Products in Apple’s 2024 Roadmap: Predictions for What’s to Come
Mark Gurman, a reporter for Bloomberg with a history of revealing insider information about Apple’s product plans, has shared a rough view of what we can expect from the tech giant in 2024.

Instagram’s Threads to be Launched in Europe on December 14th
Meta’s Twitter/X competitor app, Threads, is set to launch in the European Union on December 14th, 2023. A hidden countdown timer on the Threads website points towards the imminent arrival.

Apple’s valuation surpasses $3 trillion once more, prompting investor interest
Over the past few weeks, Apple’s stock has shown a pattern of trading sideways, known as a “trading range” by Wall Street analysts.
Twitter (X) optimized for Google Pixel Fold & Tablet now available for all users
Twitter/X app optimizations now available for Google Pixel Fold and Pixel Tablet Twitter has finally addressed the issue of black bars on Google’s Pixel Fold and Pixel Tablet with the release of…
New app improves Clock app and World Clock widget for Google Pixel phones
Google Pixel Phones Get Updated Weather App This week, Google rolled out a slew of new features for its Pixel phones, including the December Feature Drop and the Gemini AI, its answer to GPT-4.

YouTube introduces new “Pause” option to give Creators greater control over video comments
YouTube Content Creators now have the ability to take a breather with the addition of a new “Pause” feature in their comment moderation toolbox.

Threads introduces “Tags” as its simplified version of hashtags
Meta’s Twitter competitor, Threads, is adding a new feature called “Tags,” which aims to simplify the way users categorize and discover content.

Possible Changes for Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6 Extend Beyond Larger Screens
The Galaxy S24 series may be official, but Samsung’s attention has now turned to the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6.

Android Phones Can Now Share Medical Data During 911 Calls, Like iPhones Can
Your Android phone is a vital part of your life, and now it could even help save your life in an emergency.

The upcoming Asus ROG Phone 8 is the next-generation gaming smartphone
Asus, a renowned maker of gaming phones, has nailed two spots on our 2023 top 10 list with the Asus ROG Phone 7 Ultimate and the ROG Phone 6D Ultimate.

Prepare your bank account: YouTube Premium prices set to rise for long-time subscribers
A price hike is always bad news, and here we are again, telling you about another price increase.

Apple plans to manufacture 100 million iPhones in India by 2024 and 2025
Apple’s shift away from China is becoming more concrete, with plans to increase the production of Indian-made iPhones to 50 million per year.

Leaked images reveal OPPO Find X7 and X7 Pro with 100W fast charging capabilities
Oppo is preparing to launch its next flagship smartphones, the Find X7 and X7 Pro. Recent leaks have revealed the design of the new devices, which is causing a buzz among tech enthusiasts.

WhatsApp Introduces Self-Destructing Voice Messages
Voice messaging on WhatsApp is to become much more secure and private very soon!

Android Auto now has the capability to remember your car’s parking location
Android Auto, the navigation system developed by Google, has introduced a new feature to help users easily locate their parked cars.

