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International Energy Saving Day: How Consumers Save Electricity - and hard cash: With minimal measures, energy can be wonderfully saved in household ...
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Samsung Retakes Top Smartphone Spot From Apple, Has iPhone Fatigue Set In?: Apple ended 2023 with bragging rights over Samsung by boasting the biggest share of ...
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Quick Glance: iPhone sales plummet. Here's why
- Apple’s smartphone sales dropped by 10% last quarter, primarily due to a sharp decline in sales in China.
- Samsung had been the top smartphone manufacturer for 12 years, but Apple briefly took the top spot last year.
- The global smartphone market is showing signs of recovery with a 7.8% increase in smartphone shipments in the first quarter of 2024.
- Despite expectations for Apple and Samsung to maintain their market dominance, the rise of Huawei and other Chinese manufacturers like Xiaomi and OPPO/OnePlus may continue.
Apple loses smartphone crown to Samsung as Chinese rivals gain ground: iPhone sales fall 10 per cent in first quarter of 2024 while groups including Xiaomi and ...
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Quick Glance: Samsung Takes Smartphone Crown from Apple
- Apple loses top position in the global smartphone market to Samsung as Chinese competitors gain traction.
- Samsung regains its status as the world's largest smartphone manufacturer in the first quarter of 2024, just three months after Apple claimed the top spot.
- The market's strongest growth comes from two Chinese manufacturers, while Apple continues to face challenges in the world's largest smartphone market.
- Despite an overall increase in global smartphone shipments, Apple experiences a decline in iPhone sales in China and misses out on much of the broader industry recovery.
SpaceX to Shut Off Starlink Access for Users Outside Availability Areas: The decision is upsetting users based in Africa, where internet speeds are often slow ...
pcmag.com/news/spacex-to-shut-off-starlink-access-for-users-outside-availability-areas
Green line display issue on Galaxy phones is back to haunt Samsung once again: Many Galaxy smartphone users have started complaining of display issues after ...
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Quick Glance: Samsung Executives: New Work Schedule and Economic Challenges
- Samsung Group is introducing a six-day workweek for executives in response to economic challenges and disappointing results in 2023.
- The sudden change aims to create a sense of urgency and promote efforts to overcome the situation. The new work schedule takes effect immediately in most of Samsung's technology divisions.
- The work culture in South Korea is renowned for its intensity. In 2022, the average worker spent 1,901 hours at work.
- Recent data shows that Samsung has regained the top position in global smartphone shipments. First-quarter 2024 results are expected on April 30.
SpaceX to Light Up Starlink on Upcoming Private Space Station: Vast's Haven-1 will tap into the satellite constellation's laser link technology ...
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Quick Glance: Starlink in Russia: Musk's Technology in Warfare
- Elon Musk expresses concern over Starlink's use in Russia's war.
- Russia employs Starlink for military purposes contrary to its original intent.
- Illicit networks smuggle banned Starlink terminals into Russia.
- Starlink aids Russia in overcoming communication issues and controlling drones.
Ofcom: Almost a quarter of kids aged 5-7 have smartphones: The regulator calls the data a "wake up call", and says parents and industry need to do more.
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Reasons to be cheerful about Generation Z: They are not doomed to be poor and anxious
economist.com/leaders/2024/04/18/reasons-to-be-cheerful-about-generation-z
Primary schools in Britain are beginning to close : A baby bust is starting to work its way through the system
economist.com/britain/2024/04/11/primary-schools-in-britain-are-beginning-to-close
Israel should not rush to strike back at Iran: Instead it should try a novel response to Iran’s missile attack: restraint
economist.com/leaders/2024/04/18/israel-should-not-rush-to-strike-back-at-iran
Quick Glance: Israel artist calls for Gaza ceasefire
- The representative of Israel at the international art fair is calling for an immediate ceasefire in Israel’s war on Gaza.
- Ruth Patir’s video installation called (M)otherland was scheduled to open on Saturday at Israel’s national pavilion at the international art show but will remain closed for now.
- Patir stated on her website that the artist and curators are showing solidarity with the families of the hostages and the large community in Israel calling for change, rather than canceling themselves or the exhibition.
- It is believed that there are still individuals in Gaza, including 129 captives taken during the attacks led by Hamas on Israel on October 7, with 34 of them presumed dead.
Is Elon Musk's Starlink Profitable? SpaceX Satellites Are Money Losers: SpaceX celebrates the satellite business as a money-making venture fueling a quest ...
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Xiaomi 14 Ultra gets 5.5G network via an internal beta update: Don't miss out on Xiaomi 14 Ultra's network revolution. Upgrade to 5 ...
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Apple loses top phonemaker spot to Samsung as iPhone shipments drop, IDC says: Apple's smartphone shipments dropped about 10% in the first quarter of 2024 ...
reuters.com/technology/apple-loses-top-phonemaker-spot-samsung-iphone-shipments-drop-idc-says-2024-04-15/
Northrop Grumman working with Musk's SpaceX on U.S. spy satellite system: Aerospace and defense company Northrop Grumman is working with SpaceX ...
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Elon Musk's wealth crashes $160 billion from peak amid Tesla troubles: Tesla stock has tanked by more than 60% since late 2021, slashing Elon Musk's fortune from ...
businessinsider.com/elon-musk-net-worth-tesla-stock-ev-billionaires-wealth-layoffs-2024-4
How to get more people into military uniforms: Why mandatory military service makes sense for some countries but not others
economist.com/leaders/2024/04/18/how-to-get-more-people-into-military-uniforms
SpaceX Adds 500,000 New Starlink Users in 4 Months: The global user base for Starlink is now at 2.7 million, up from 2.2 million in December.
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Quick Glance: SpaceX Spending on Moonshot Bets
- Confidential SpaceX financial reports for 2018 and 2019 reveal the company's reliance on Starlink for profitability.
- The pivotal years of 2018 and 2019 saw significant events like the Falcon Heavy rocket launch and Crew Dragon capsule test.
- The company reported revenues of $1.98 billion in 2018 and $1.45 billion in 2019, but also faced losses due to high costs.
- The financials indicated NASA contracts played a significant role in SpaceX's revenue, while the introduction of the Starship rocket may change the game.
Samsung is once again the leader in global smartphone shipments: Samsung reclaimed the title for most global smartphone shipments from Apple in the first quarter ...
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Ukraine is ignoring US warnings to end drone operations inside Russia: Its superdrones can reach targets as far away as Siberia
economist.com/europe/2024/04/18/ukraine-is-ignoring-us-warnings-to-end-drone-operations-inside-russia
Motorola's plan to sell smartphones overseas includes wood and fake leather: Motorola is hedging its bets on AI-infused software features to attract users
qz.com/motorola-wood-fake-leather-smartphone-sales-1851418863
The hidden story behind one of SpaceX’s wettest and wildest launches: "It looked like a giant smoke monster."
arstechnica.com/space/2024/04/the-hidden-story-behind-one-of-spacexs-wettest-and-wildest-launches/
Former top SpaceX exec Tom Ochinero sets up new VC firm, filings reveal: Former senior SpaceX executive Tom Ochinero is teaming up with SpaceX alum-turned-VC ...
techcrunch.com/2024/04/16/former-top-spacex-exec-tom-ochinero-sets-up-new-vc-firm-filings-reveal/
Apple iPhone sales had their biggest decline since the pandemic: Samsung has now topped Apple as the world's top smartphone seller
qz.com/apple-iphone-smartphone-sales-slump-covid-samsung-1851410066
As Russia’s attacks step up, Ukraine fears waning Western support: An interview with the country’s new national security chief
economist.com/europe/2024/04/15/as-russias-attacks-step-up-ukraine-fears-waning-western-support
What to read to understand Chechnya: Four books and a film that unpack an influential region of Russia
economist.com/the-economist-reads/2024/04/16/what-to-read-to-understand-chechnya
What is screen time doing to children?: Demands grow to restrict young people’s access to phones and social media
economist.com/science-and-technology/2024/04/17/what-is-screen-time-doing-to-children
The German chancellor’s awkward meeting with China’s boss: It is time for Xi Jinping to accept that Germany isn’t America’s puppet
economist.com/europe/2024/04/18/the-german-chancellors-awkward-meeting-with-chinas-boss
Tesla: Spring update brings various new features for vehicles: Tesla is known for frequently and quickly updating its vehicles. These include new functions that ...
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Constellation of Starlink satellites grows with latest SpaceX launch from Florida - UPI.com
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China's Huawei to start selling Pura 70 smartphones: Chinese technology conglomerate Huawei (HWT.UL) said it would start selling Pura 70 ultra and Pura 70 Pro ...
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Quick Glance: Huawei Begins Sales of New Pura 70 Smartphone Amid Chip Scrutiny
- Huawei started selling two models of its highly anticipated, high-end Pura 70 smartphone series that are expected to contain an advanced China-made chip like its Mate 60 handset.
- The Mate series by Huawei emphasizes performance and business features.
- Eric Xu, Huawei's acting chairman, announced that the company also plans to roll out a Mate 70 smartphone this year.
- According to Ivan Lam, a senior analyst at research firm Counterpoint, shipments of about 60 million units from Huawei are expected this year, with the Pura 70 series being an important catalyst.
Tecno Camon 30 Premier: A camera phone with a lot of power: Unleash your photography skills with the Tecno Camon 30 Premier. Explore its innovative features and ...
gizchina.com/2024/04/17/tecno-camon-30-premier-a-camera-phone-with-a-lot-of-power/
iPhone shipments fell nearly 10% in the first quarter: Samsung shipped the most smartphones in the first three months of the year, according to a new report.
businessinsider.com/iphone-global-shipments-fell-10-percent-first-quarter-apple-problems-2024-4
SpaceX loses latest bid to keep lawsuit against NLRB in Texas: A divided federal appeals court on Wednesday rejected rocket maker SpaceX's latest bid to keep a ...
reuters.com/legal/legalindustry/nlrb-attorneys-cleared-wrongdoing-spacex-case-transfer-fight-2024-04-17/
SpaceX Preps for Global Tests of Cellular Starlink System: The company asks the FCC for clearance to test the cellular Starlink technology in several other ...
pcmag.com/news/spacex-preps-for-global-tests-of-cellular-starlink-system
WhatsApp Chat Filters is here to keep your chats organized: Simplify your messaging inbox with WhatsApp's new chat filters. Stay organized and focus on ...
gizchina.com/2024/04/17/whatsapp-chat-filters-is-here-to-keep-your-chats-organized/
A short history of India in eight maps: Understanding the breathtaking diversity of India and Indians
economist.com/graphic-detail/2024/04/12/a-short-history-of-india-in-eight-maps
What happens if Ukraine loses?: Russian victory would be debilitating for the West, and especially for Europe
economist.com/europe/2024/04/11/what-happens-if-ukraine-loses
If Apple loses against China so will the West: According to figures out on Monday, Apple is no longer the world’s biggest manufacturer of smartphones after a ...
spectator.co.uk/article/if-apple-loses-against-china-so-will-the-west/
Redmi Turbo 3: Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, up to 16GB RAM, 1TB UFS 4.0 storage: Redmi has unveiled its latest addition to the smartphone market: the Redmi Turbo 3 ...
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What’s Next for WhatsApp? A Sneak Peek at Upcoming Features: Exciting updates await WhatsApp users with upcoming contact notes and sticker recommendations ...
gizchina.com/2024/04/18/whats-next-for-whatsapp-a-sneak-peek-at-upcoming-features/
Who will lead the LVMH luxury empire?: Bernard Arnault sizes up his heirs apparent
economist.com/business/2024/04/18/who-will-lead-the-lvmh-luxury-empire
Xiaomi 14 Ultra review: This phone is more camera than smartphone: A cover with a faux leather look, a camera grip, a decorative ring: special accessories make ...
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Iran and Israel’s shadow war explodes into the open: But the Islamic Republic may have miscalculated
economist.com/middle-east-and-africa/2024/04/14/iran-and-israels-shadow-war-explodes-into-the-open
Quick Glance: The Night Iran's Missile Show Rattled Israel
- In Tehran, 'Operation True Promise' launched an unprecedented aerial assault on Israel.
- The direct clash between powerful militaries showcased Israel's defense and Iran's display of power.
- Despite minor damages and injuries, the question remains whether this attack signifies further escalation or the start of a war.
- The missile and drone strikes resulted in minimal damage, with Israel and allies successfully intercepting most projectiles.
Ukrainian drone strikes are hurting Russia’s oil industry: The world’s third-largest producer is now an importer of petrol
economist.com/finance-and-economics/2024/04/11/ukrainian-drone-strikes-are-hurting-russias-oil-industry
Xiaomi 14T and 14T Pro: First Details Emerge: The Xiaomi 14T and 14T Pro had their first specifications tipped today. Check all the details here about the new ...
gizchina.com/2024/04/15/xiaomi-14t-and-14t-pro-first-details-emerge/
The IDF is accused of military and moral failures in Gaza: Its generals botched the strategy, and discipline among troops has broken down
economist.com/middle-east-and-africa/2024/04/11/the-idf-is-accused-of-military-and-moral-failures-in-gaza
Move Over, Apple: Samsung Steals Back the Top Spot in the Smartphone Market: It's the latest development in the ongoing rivalry between Samsung and Apple.
cnet.com/tech/mobile/move-over-apple-samsung-steals-back-the-top-spot-in-the-smartphone-market/
Generation Z: Jonathan Haidt fears that they will cause democracies to falter: Haidt has written a book about Generation Z. He fears that their high internet ...
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LIVE: SpaceX Falcon 9 launches US Space Force mission: Reuters Live on X (Twitter)
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Don't Recycle It, Reuse It: 10 Clever Uses for Your Old Smartphone: Don't let that old phone gather dust in the junk drawer or kill the environment in a landfill ...
pcmag.com/how-to/uses-for-your-old-smartphone
Gastronomy: Mobile phone for wine: restaurant wants more eye contact between guests
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Moto Edge 50 Ultra unveiled with SD 8s Gen 3, 64MP 3x periscope and real wood back
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Google Pixel 9 Satellite Communication UI Leaked: A new leak has exposed the user-interface of satellite communication feature on the Pixel 9 series ...
gizchina.com/2024/04/16/google-pixel-9-satellite-communication-ui-leaked/
Nothing Phone (2a) gets Nothing OS 2.5.5: The Nothing Phone (2a) is being supplied with a new update. Users of the smartphone will be offered Nothing OS 2.5 ...
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Sustainability: Apple allows spare parts recycling for iPhones: Defective Apple smartphones can be repaired more cheaply in the future. The manufacturer is doing ...
spiegel.de/netzwelt/gadgets/apple-erlaubt-ersatzteil-recycling-bei-iphones-a-d2094511-9d6a-413c-ae7b-d1d69c175921
How to locate the global south: How a fuzzy, scorned term reflects geopolitical shifts
economist.com/leaders/2024/04/12/how-to-locate-the-global-south
SpaceX Is Everything Tesla Is Not—Dominant, Growing, and Cheap
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Quarter of UK children aged 5-7 own smartphones, regulator finds: Ofcom report reinforces online safety concerns as social media apps show significant growth ...
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SpaceX to Launch Second Batch of Cellular Starlink Satellites Tonight: The launch window opens at 7:31 pm PT and comes after the FCC recently cleared SpaceX to ...
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Quick Glance: SpaceX Prepares for Launch of Additional Cellular Starlink Satellites
- SpaceX is gearing up to enhance its cellular Starlink system with an additional group of "direct to cell" Starlink satellites following successful tests.
- A Falcon 9 rocket will carry the six satellites into orbit, along with 15 other Starlink satellites. The launch is scheduled for 7:31 pm PT, with backup options until 11:25 pm PT, if necessary, as indicated by SpaceX on the website.
- The company obtained FCC approval to test the cellular Starlink system in multiple US locations, including statewide in California, Washington, Texas, and Hawaii.
- SpaceX plans to introduce the service for T-Mobile customers later this year, initially focusing on enabling text messages before introducing voice and data support. However, full FCC approval for commercial operation of the service is required before progressing beyond testing purposes.
Global Smartphone Market Soars: Q1 2024 Sees 7.8% YoY Growth, Says IDC: The global smartphone market experiences robust growth in Q1 2024. Dive into the numbers ...
gizchina.com/2024/04/15/global-smartphone-market-q1-2024-idc/
Trump v Biden: who’s ahead in the latest polls?: The Economist is tracking the race to be America’s next president
economist.com/interactive/us-2024-election/trump-biden-polls
NASA Warns Against Taking Eclipse Photos With Your Smartphone: You can do it, but you'll need to take a few precautions.
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NASA Warns Against Taking Eclipse Photos With Your Smartphone: You can do it, but you'll need to take a few precautions.
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South Korea Launches Second Homegrown Spy Satellite from US: South Korea launched its second domestically made spy satellite on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket ...
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Quick Glance: Successful Launch of South Korea's Second Military Spy Satellite
- South Korea achieved orbital insertion for its second military spy satellite following North Korea's announcement of launching multiple reconnaissance satellites this year.
- The South Korean Defense Minister anticipates North Korea proceeding with its second spy satellite launch to commemorate the April 15 birthday of state founder Kim Il Sung.
- Following two unsuccessful attempts in early 2023, North Korea successfully deployed its Malligyong-1 spy satellite on Nov. 21, transmitting space imagery of significant locations in the U.S. and South Korea.
Ofcom: Almost a quarter of kids aged 5-7 have smartphones: The regulator calls the data a "wake up call", and says parents and industry need to do more.
bbc.com/news/technology-68838029
ChatGPT is coming to Nothing’s earbuds: ChatGPT will soon be just a pinch away on Nothing’s lineup of smartphones and earbuds, with a new update offering deeper ...
theverge.com/2024/4/18/24133813/nothing-chatgpt-ai-integration-announced
The west is suffering from its own success: Smartphone addiction, culture wars and low birth rates are byproducts of wealth
ft.com/content/74918df2-6911-4087-8add-c11df2811129
Smartphone in exchange for a bottle of wine: restaurant in Verona, Italy, bans cell phones
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Quick Glance: Unusual Exchange at Restaurant: Italian Host Gives Wine to Phoneless Guests
- An Italian restaurant in Verona offers guests a bottle of wine in exchange for surrendering their phones before dining.
- Host Angelo Lella emphasizes the unnecessary constant use of phones, encouraging guests to enjoy wine without distractions.
- 90 percent of guests take advantage of the offer to store their phones in a locker before dining.
- The restaurant in Verona prefers traditional reviews and asks customers to write them on paper and drop them in a mailbox.
Samsung unveils world’s first 10.7Gbps LPDDR5X DRAM chip, designed for AI: Samsung, the world's biggest memory chip manufacturer, has unveiled its fastest ...
sammobile.com/news/samsung-lpddr5x-dram-chip-10-7gbps-launched-ai/
Flat whites are Australia’s greatest culinary export: They are even better than Vegemite
economist.com/culture/2024/04/11/flat-whites-are-australias-greatest-culinary-export
Samsung cracks Apple: iPhones sell worse than Galaxy phones: According to new data collection from IDC, Samsung has once again taken the crown in the mobile ...
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Overnight, Israel appears to have retaliated against Iran: Also on the daily podcast: India’s opposition and a tribute to a sumo champion
economist.com/podcasts/2024/04/19/overnight-israel-appears-to-have-retaliated-against-iran
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Humane’s Ai Pin considers life beyond the smartphone: Nothing lasts forever. Nowhere is the truism more apt than in consumer tech. This is a land inhabited by ...
techcrunch.com/2024/04/11/humanes-ai-pin-considers-life-beyond-the-smartphone/
Tech has rewired our kids' brains, a new book says. Can we undo the damage?: In "The Anxious Generation,'' author Jonathan Haidt argues social media is impairing ...
usatoday.com/story/tech/tips/2024/04/16/tech-stressing-kids-undo-damage/73278462007/
Generative AI is a marvel. Is it also built on theft?: The wonder-technology faces accusations of copyright infringement
economist.com/business/2024/04/14/generative-ai-is-a-marvel-is-it-also-built-on-theft
New technology can keep whales safe from speeding ships: Collisions kill 20,000 every year
economist.com/science-and-technology/2024/04/11/new-technology-can-keep-whales-safe-from-speeding-ships
Large language models are getting bigger and better : Can they keep improving forever?
economist.com/science-and-technology/2024/04/17/large-language-models-are-getting-bigger-and-better
Asus Zenfone 11 Ultra in the test: Suddenly grown: The Asus Zenfone Ultra manages to be both ordinary and unusual at the same time. On the one hand ...
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A story of Scottish wildcats : For some cats this is the best of times. For others, arguably a bit less good
economist.com/britain/2024/04/11/a-story-of-scottish-wildcats
Israel’s use of AI in Gaza is coming under closer scrutiny: Do the humans in Israel’s army have sufficient control over its technology?
economist.com/middle-east-and-africa/2024/04/11/israels-use-of-ai-in-gaza-is-coming-under-closer-scrutiny
Elon Musk is feuding with Brazil’s powerful Supreme Court: The court has become the de facto regulator of social media in the country
economist.com/the-americas/2024/04/14/elon-musk-is-feuding-with-brazils-powerful-supreme-court
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