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Microsoft SwiftKey on iOS is Leaving the Apple App Store: Microsoft SwiftKey on iOS is leaving the Apple App Store. Could iPhone users still continue using it ...
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Microsoft SwiftKey on iOS is Leaving the Apple App Store: Microsoft SwiftKey on iOS is leaving the Apple App Store. Could iPhone users still continue using it ...
techtimes.com/articles/281204/20220928/microsoft-swiftkey-ios-apple-app-store.htm
New version of Tiny11 Builder lets you debloat any Windows 11 build or version: If you think the stock Windows 11 is cluttered too much and you want a more ...
neowin.net/news/new-version-of-tiny11-builder-lets-you-debloat-any-windows-11-build-or-version/
Microsoft really does not want Windows 11 running on ancient PCs: Even tighter requirements, so it's time to put old hardware out to pasture.. ...
theregister.com/2024/04/23/windows_11_cpu_requirements/
Apple removes WhatsApp and Threads from China store under pressure from Beijing: Internet regulator orders delisting of two Meta-owned apps over ‘national ...
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Quick Glance: Apple removes WhatsApp and Threads in China
- Apple removes Meta-owned apps under Chinese government pressure.
- Apps delisted due to 'national security concerns'.
- Chinese users now unable to download Western social media apps.
- Apple faces declining iPhone sales in China despite branding efforts.
Adding ZIP file support to Windows 30 years ago almost got the creator of Task Manager fired
tomshardware.com/software/windows/adding-zip-file-support-to-windows-30-years-ago-almost-got-the-creator-of-task-manager-fired
Where to recycle your used and unwanted gadgets: Here are all of the ways you can recycle your old gadgets, from national programs to state-specific initiatives ...
engadget.com/where-to-recycle-electronics.html
Microsoft is a national security threat, says ex-White House cyber policy director
theregister.com/2024/04/21/microsoft_national_security_risk/
Microsoft raising Windows 11 24H2 system requirement to block CPUs without SSE4.2 and PopCnt
neowin.net/news/microsoft-raising-windows-11-24h2-system-requirement-to-block-cpus-without-sse42-and-popcnt/
Act Fast to Grab a Windows 11 Pro Lifetime License for Only $30: With this deal from StackSocial, you can get Microsoft's upgraded Pro OS for a small fraction of ...
cnet.com/deals/act-fast-to-grab-a-windows-11-pro-lifetime-license-for-only-30/
Microsoft teases deepfake AI that's too good to release: VASA-1 framework can turn a still image and a cloned voice file into a plausible video of a person ...
theregister.com/2024/04/20/microsoft_deepfake_vasa/
Microsoft’s Phi-3 shows the surprising power of small, locally run AI language models
arstechnica.com/information-technology/2024/04/microsofts-phi-3-shows-the-surprising-power-of-small-locally-run-ai-language-models/
Quick Glance: Microsoft unveils Phi-3 as latest AI model
- Phi-3 Mini is the first of three small AI models Microsoft plans to release that are capable of performing multiple AI tasks at lower computational costs.
- Microsoft launched the latest version of its lightweight AI model Phi-3 Mini, the first of three small models the company aims to release.
The end of Finewoven: Apple looks for the next premium material: Apple stops production of iPhone and Apple Watch accessories made from fine fabric and is ...
connect.de/news/apple-finewoven-ende-suche-nach-neum-premium-material-3205230.html
Apple's (AAPL) IPhone Sales in China Falls to Worst Level Since 2020: Apple Inc.’s iPhone sales in China fell 19% during the March quarter ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-23/apple-s-china-iphone-sales-dive-19-in-worst-quarter-since-2020
Recently discovered Windows 11 system requirements bypass trick works on non-LTSC PCs too
neowin.net/news/recently-discovered-windows-11-system-requirements-bypass-trick-works-on-non-ltsc-pcs-too/
Windows vulnerability reported by the NSA exploited to install Russian malware: Microsoft didn't disclose the in-the-wild exploits by Kremlin-backed group ...
arstechnica.com/security/2024/04/kremlin-backed-hackers-exploit-critical-windows-vulnerability-reported-by-the-nsa/
Windows PCs are now getting the free upgrade to Windows 11: Since November 2021, Microsoft has denied certain Windows 10 PCs the free upgrade to Windows 11 ...
pcworld.com/article/2304543/more-windows-pcs-are-now-getting-the-free-upgrade-to-windows-11-the-reason.html
More PCs Can Upgrade to Windows 11 After Microsoft Drops 'Compatibility Hold': Certain Windows 10 PCs have been unable to upgrade to Windows 11 since late 2021 ...
pcmag.com/news/more-pcs-can-upgrade-to-windows-11-after-microsoft-drops-compatibility
Microsoft introduces smaller AI model: Microsoft on Tuesday announced a cost-effective, small language artificial intelligence model that can perform tasks such ...
reuters.com/technology/microsoft-introduces-smaller-ai-model-2024-04-23/
Quick Glance: New Compact AI Model by Microsoft
- Microsoft has introduced a cost-effective AI model called Phi-3-mini, capable of tasks like content creation and social media posting using smaller amounts of data.
- Phi-3-mini outperforms models twice its size across various benchmarks evaluating language, coding, and math capabilities.
- Smaller AI models are designed to execute simpler tasks, making it easier for companies with limited resources to use them.
- The Phi-3-mini model will be immediately available on Microsoft's Azure cloud platform, Hugging Face's AI model catalog, and the Ollama framework.
Apple Named a Top Pick for 2024 at BofA Ahead of Key Earnings: Apple Inc. was named a top pick for 2024 at Bank of America on optimism over the iPhone maker’s ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-22/apple-named-a-top-pick-for-2024-at-bofa-ahead-of-key-earnings
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Big Fund Doubles Down on Palantir Stock, Sells Apple, Tesla, Microsoft
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Microsoft: APT28 hackers exploit Windows flaw reported by NSA: Microsoft warns that the Russian APT28 threat group exploits a Windows Print Spooler ...
bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/microsoft-apt28-hackers-exploit-windows-flaw-reported-by-nsa/
Wing Commander III changed how the copy hotkey works in Windows 95: No, boss, I'm not just playing a game. I'm testing compatibility. Honest
theregister.com/2024/04/19/wing_commander_windows_95/
iPhone sales dive 19.1% in China as Huawei comeback hits Apple in the high end: From first place to third as local brands grow
theregister.com/2024/04/23/iphone_sales_decline_china/
Why a GameCube/Wii emulator may not be possible on the iOS App Store: DolphiniOS dev says barring just-in-time compilation prevents playable performance.
arstechnica.com/gaming/2024/04/why-a-gamecube-wii-emulator-may-not-be-possible-on-the-ios-app-store/
Microsoft's AI tool can turn photos into realistic videos of people talking and singing
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Apple's AI Will Work Without an Internet Connection: Rumors point to the first iteration of the technology running entirely on the device's hardware.
uk.pcmag.com/iphone-apps/151949/apples-ai-will-work-without-an-internet-connection
Quick Glance: Apple's AI to Function Independently from Internet
- The processing for the AI will happen directly on the iPhone without connecting to a cloud service.
- This ensures enhanced security and privacy for users.
- Apple is developing its own in-house LLM called "Ajax" and has acquired multiple AI companies in recent years.
- The AI technology is expected to be initially implemented in Messages, Safari, Spotlight Search, and Siri.
TechScape: No WhatsApp in China, no TikTok in the US, and the return of Llama: In this week’s newsletter: While Apple removed the platform from App Stores ...
theguardian.com/technology/2024/apr/23/techscape-apple-app-store-china-tiktok-meta-llama
iPadOS 18 could ship with built-in Calculator app, after 14 Calculator-less years
arstechnica.com/gadgets/2024/04/ipados-18-could-ship-with-built-in-calculator-app-after-14-calculator-less-years/
A former Microsoft employee thinks Windows 11 is “ridiculously bad” - that's the reason
t3n.de/news/ex-microsoft-mitarbeiter-haelt-windows-11-fuer-laecherlich-schlecht-1620686/
Apple (AAPL) iPhone Shipments Fall 10% as Android Smartphones Rise: Apple Inc.’s iPhone shipments were down nearly 10% in the first quarter of the year ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-15/apple-s-iphone-shipments-plunge-10-as-android-rivals-rise
GitHub comments abused to push malware via Microsoft repo URLs: A GitHub flaw, or possibly a design decision, is being abused by threat actors to distribute ...
bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/github-comments-abused-to-push-malware-via-microsoft-repo-urls/
Cloud and Data Security Startup Rubrik’s IPO Is Oversubscribed: Rubrik Inc., a cloud and data security startup backed by Microsoft Corp., has drawn about 20 ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-23/microsoft-backed-rubrik-s-ipo-said-to-be-20-times-oversubscribed
Microsoft's New AI Tool Can Create Realistic Deepfakes Using Just a Photo: VASA-1 might potentially be used for companionship bots in the future.
pcmag.com/news/microsofts-new-ai-tool-can-create-realistic-deepfakes-using-just-a-photo
Apple Finally Plans to Release a Calculator App for iPad Later This Year: Apple is finally planning a Calculator app for the iPad, over 14 years after launching ...
macrumors.com/2024/04/23/calculator-app-for-ipad-rumor/
Microsoft’s Earnings Are Next Week. It’s All About Azure and AI.: Software firm Microsoft is set to report earnings on April 25, and some analysts are upbeat ...
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How to Set Up a Static IP Address: DHCP is fine, unless you're looking to perform advanced networking tasks. Here's how to set a Static IP address (or DHCP ...
pcmag.com/how-to/how-to-set-up-a-static-ip-address
Don't rent out that container ship yet: CIOs and biz buyers view AI PCs with some caution
theregister.com/2024/04/23/cios_biz_buyers_on_ai_pcs/
Windows 10 will start pushing users to use Microsoft accounts. How to turn it off.
mashable.com/article/windows-10-microsoft-account-shut-off-notifications
Game Boy emulator launches in the App Store: We recently reported on this: Apple allows emulators in the App Store. Now there is already one and it is high up in ...
stadt-bremerhaven.de/game-boy-emulator-startet-im-app-store-durch/
Quick Glance: Game Boy Emulator Released for iPhone, Allows Downloading ROMs from the Web and Playing
- After Apple relaxed its App Store policy to allow the publishing of retro game emulators in its marketplace, iGBA, a free Game Boy emulator, becomes the first emulator available for iPhone and iPad on the App Store.
- The developer of the iGBA Game Boy emulator is leveraging this rule change to provide users with the ability to download and enjoy game ROMs. The emulator is built upon a well-known open-source platform but comes with integrated advertisements.
- iGBA effectively fulfills its purpose by providing seamless emulation of Game Boy games. Users can access Game Boy Advance or Game Boy Color games from various sources and load them into iGBA for gameplay. It offers a comprehensive set of features such as save states, customization of the virtual controller, haptic feedback settings, and support for AirPlay.
- With the official availability of the iGBA emulator, which facilitates the loading and playing of downloaded ROMs, the potential release of the PPSSPP emulator on the App Store may be imminent. To access the iGBA emulator, simply follow the provided link to download it from the App Store.
Microsoft Displaying Full Screen Windows 11 Ads in Windows 10
extremetech.com/computing/microsoft-displaying-full-screen-windows-11-ads-in-windows-10
Is 128GB Enough iPhone Storage?: The iPhone 15 offers "lots of storage for lots of photos," or at least that's what Apple boasts in its latest ad ...
macrumors.com/guide/is-128gb-enough-iphone-storage/
Grab a copy of Windows 11 Pro for just $20: Woot has both Windows 11 Home and Windows 11 Pro (get Pro, seriously) for more than $100 off the retail price
pcworld.com/article/2308011/grab-a-copy-of-windows-11-pro-for-just-20.html
Naval Ravikant’s Airchat is a social app built around talk, not text: Airchat is a new social media app that encourages users to “just talk.” A previous version ...
techcrunch.com/2024/04/13/airchat-launch/
GitLab affected by GitHub-style CDN flaw allowing malware hosting: BleepingComputer recently reported how a GitHub flaw, or possibly a design decision ...
bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/gitlab-affected-by-github-style-cdn-flaw-allowing-malware-hosting/
October 2025 will be a support massacre for a bunch of Microsoft products: Not just Windows 10. Don't forget about Exchange Server, Skype for Business ...
theregister.com/2024/04/18/2025_support_end_microsoft/
Apple Is Getting Rid Of Its Line Of FineWoven Cases And Watch Bands: The eco-friendly cases are prone to durability issues
pcmag.com/news/apple-is-getting-rid-of-its-line-of-finewoven-cases-and-watch-bands
Telegram founder says China downloads have not fallen since Apple move: Pavel Durov, billionaire founder and CEO of Telegram, said Apple's move last week to ...
reuters.com/technology/telegram-founder-says-china-downloads-have-not-fallen-since-apple-move-2024-04-23/
Microsoft Takes AI Model Offline After Devs Fail to Conduct 'Toxicity Testing': WizardLM-2 was removed shortly after its launch, but the AI model has already ...
pcmag.com/news/microsoft-takes-ai-model-offline-after-devs-fail-to-conduct-toxicity-testing
Philippines orders removal of Binance from Google and Apple app stores: The Philippines' Securities and Exchange Commission sent letters to Google and Apple ...
cnbc.com/2024/04/23/philippines-orders-google-apple-to-remove-binance-from-app-stores.html
Microsoft’s VASA-1 can deepfake a person with one photo and one audio track: YouTube videos of 6K celebrities helped train AI model to animate photos in real ...
arstechnica.com/information-technology/2024/04/microsofts-vasa-1-can-deepfake-a-person-with-one-photo-and-one-audio-track/
From boom to burst, the AI bubble is only heading in one direction : No one should be surprised that artificial intelligence is following a well-worn and ...
theguardian.com/commentisfree/2024/apr/13/from-boom-to-burst-the-ai-bubble-is-only-heading-in-one-direction
Apple Removes WhatsApp, Threads From China App Store on Government Orders: China’s cyberspace officials cite national-security concerns for targeting the Meta ...
wsj.com/tech/apple-removes-whatsapp-threads-from-china-app-store-on-government-orders-a0c02100
Microsoft announces new AI office in UK: The firm says its new London hub will "drive pioneering work" to advance AI models and development.
bbc.com/news/articles/c3ger7j9vzpo
Old Windows print spooler bug is latest target of Russia's Fancy Bear gang: Putin's pals use 'GooseEgg' malware to launch attacks you can defeat with ...
theregister.com/2024/04/23/russia_fancy_bear_goose_egg/
Apple’s Cook Weighs Indonesia Production as Region Gains Clout: Apple Inc. is weighing the possibility of making some of its gadgets in Indonesia ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-17/apple-s-cook-weighs-indonesia-production-as-region-gains-clout
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IPhone 16 Pro: New feature will reportedly fix this annoying camera issue: Tired of lens flare? The next iPhone might fix that.
mashable.com/article/apple-iphone-16-camera-lens-flare-ghosting
Stuttgart Spring Festival: Security app “SafeNow” is being tested: In autumn 2023 we last reported on the “SafeNow” app, which is available to download for free ...
stadt-bremerhaven.de/stuttgarter-fruehlingsfest-sicherheitsapp-safenow-wird-getestet/
Quick Glance: SafeNow Security App Testing at Stuttgarter Frühlingsfest
- The security app "SafeNow" is being tested at the Stuttgarter Frühlingsfest after previously being used at the Hamburg Central Station.
- Visitors of the festival tent can report incidents or threats anonymously through the app to enable a prompt response from security forces.
- The tent operator is investing in the necessary technology to ensure the app functions in the festival tent and hopes to expand the testing to other venues.
- The security app aims to enhance visitor safety, with plans to potentially extend its use to other locations such as the festival grounds and train station in Bad Cannstatt.
Ex-Microsoft veteran calls out Windows 11's "comically bad" performance, 'unfinished' state
neowin.net/news/ex-microsoft-veteran-calls-out-windows-11s-comically-bad-performance-unfinished-state/
Quick Glance: Performance issues with the Windows 11 Start Menu
- A former Microsoft engineer has noticed the slow and laggy nature of Windows 11 and criticized the Redmond giant.
- Users and enthusiasts have found ways to fix performance problems with simple tweaks.
- Windows 11 performance may be impacted by ads and promotions in the Recommended section.
- It remains to be seen if the upcoming version 24H2 will bring any improvement.
Apple’s China iPhone Sales Suffer Worst Quarter Since 2020. Why It’s Losing More Market Share.
barrons.com/articles/apple-china-iphone-stock-price-a8633053
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Windows: "Update and Shutdown" is broken: The "Update and Shutdown" option that is offered to the user after downloading a Windows update on Windows 11 and ...
pcgameshardware.de/Windows-Software-277633/News/Aktualisieren-und-Herunterfahren-1445576/
The Apple Vision Pro isn't exactly flying off the shelves: Some Apple stores are reportedly selling just a couple of Vision Pros per week ...
qz.com/apple-vision-pro-sales-1851426963
KB5036985: Microsoft wants to make Windows 11 Start menu design even better: Microsoft recently made an effort to redesign the Windows 11 Start menu due to an ...
neowin.net/news/kb5036985-microsoft-wants-to-make-windows-11-start-menu-design-even-better/
The big tech firms want an AI monopoly – but the UK watchdog can bring them to heel
theguardian.com/commentisfree/2024/apr/20/the-big-tech-firms-want-an-ai-monopoly-but-the-uk-watchdog-can-bring-them-to-heel
Microsoft, Meta, Alphabet Can Still Rally Markets After Tech Earnings Gloom, Here’s Why. And 5 Other Things to Know Before the Market Opens.
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AI-Controlled Fighter Jets Are Dogfighting With Human Pilots Now: Plus: New York’s legislature suffers a cyberattack, police disrupt a global phishing operation ...
wired.com/story/ai-fighter-jets-dogfight-security-roundup/
Apple stock price prediction: 36% upside ahead of AI-enabled iPhone 16: Bank of America said Apple could announce a 5% dividend increase and $90 billion share ...
markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/apple-stock-price-prediction-upside-ahead-ai-enabled-iphone-16-2024-4
Apple’s China Problems Just Got Worse. They Involve Meta Now, Too.: Apple was ordered to remove some messaging services from China’s App Store including some ...
barrons.com/articles/apple-meta-stock-china-whatsapp-9825b666
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Another ex-Windows head denounces Microsoft after it got slammed for "bad" performance
neowin.net/news/another-ex-windows-head-denounces-microsoft-after-it-got-slammed-for-bad-performance/
China bans WhatsApp, Signal and Telegram from Apple's App Store: Until now, chat programs like WhatsApp could only be used in a roundabout way in China ...
tagesschau.de/ausland/asien/china-messenger-100.html
Apple Pulls Meta's WhatsApp, Threads From China App Store on Beijing Request
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-19/china-orders-apple-to-scrub-whatsapp-from-mobile-store-wsj-says
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Why the US government’s overreliance on Microsoft is a big problem: Microsoft continues to get a free pass after series of cybersecurity failures.
wired.com/story/the-us-government-has-a-microsoft-problem/
What If Your AI Girlfriend Hated You?: AngryGF offers a perpetually enraged chatbot intended to teach men better communication skills. WIRED took it for a spin.
wired.com/story/what-if-your-ai-girlfriend-hated-you/
17 cool things your Xbox Series X can do: You think you know everything about your big brick of an Xbox Series X or Series S? Think again
qz.com/microsoft-xbox-series-x-tips-tricks-1851423603
Microsoft to invest $1.5bn in Abu Dhabi AI group G42: Agreement is latest move by US tech group to extend its reach into fast-growing sector
ft.com/content/930a1c17-2e84-4ddb-8e72-4e4a1b833c40
Quick Glance: Microsoft to Invest $1.5 Billion in Emirati AI Firm G42 for Minority Stake
- Microsoft is investing $1.5 billion in the United Arab Emirates-based artificial intelligence firm G42 to acquire a minority stake and a board seat.
- The partnership aims to deepen ties between the USA and the UAE amid the global battle for tech dominance.
- The deal includes G42 using Microsoft cloud services to run its AI applications.
- G42 and Microsoft plan to jointly bring advanced AI and digital infrastructure to countries in the Middle East, Central Asia, and Africa.
Delta Is an iOS Game Boy Emulator That (Likely) Won’t Get Taken Down: A new app called Delta that lets iPhone owners play old Nintendo games is available on the ...
wired.com/story/delta-game-boy-emulator-apple-app-store/
Apple Removes Game Boy Emulator iGBA From App Store Due to Spam and Copyright Violations
macrumors.com/2024/04/15/apple-removes-igba-from-app-store/
Best Way to Measure Internet Audience? It Still Doesn't Exist: Plus: The backlash toward ultra-processed foods and Tesla earnings bingo.
bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2024-04-23/best-way-to-measure-internet-audience-it-still-doesn-t-exist
Are we in a cost of technology crisis? Our vultures think so. We take a look at Microsoft, Broadcom-VMware, and more
Apple Denies Claim by Epic Games That It's Violating Court Order: Apple says it's been acting in good faith regarding a court order from 2021.
uk.pcmag.com/iphone-apps/151856/apple-denies-claim-by-epic-games-that-its-violating-court-order
Quick Glance: Apple Denies Accusations of Violating Court Order by Epic Games
- Apple is accusing Epic Games of trying to 'micromanage' its business.
- In a recent court filing, Apple asked a judge to reject Epic’s request to hold the company in contempt for what it says are violations of a 2021 injunction relating to Apple's App Store practices.
- Apple says Epic’s injunction request is an attempt by the company to 'micromanage Apple’s business operations in a way that would increase Epic’s profitability,' Reuters reports.
- Apple claims Epic is attempting to make its 'tools and technologies available to developers for free.' It also says 'Apple’s development and implementation of its framework for compliance with the injunction was undertaken in good faith.'
X May Charge New Users a 'Small Fee' to Post, Like and Reply: Social media platform X (formerly Twitter) will soon begin charging new users "a small fee" ...
macrumors.com/2024/04/15/x-small-fee-new-users/
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