Monday, November 25
iQoo is set to launch its flagship smartphone, the iQoo 12, in India on December 12. The phone is expected to be powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, making it the first in India to feature the new processor. It is rumored to have a 6.78-inch BOE OLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate, a triple camera setup with 50-megapixel and 64-megapixel sensors, and a 16-megapixel front camera. Other rumored features include a 4,880mAh battery with 120W fast charging and an IP64 rating for dust and splash resistance.
US President Joe Biden has signed an executive order on artificial intelligence (AI) that focuses on safety and security measures while also promoting the development of AI in the country. The order aims to attract foreign talent to US companies and research laboratories by making the visa interview and review process more efficient. This will benefit STEM students, as it reduces processing times and costs, allows for easier international travel, and provides more opportunities for H-1B visa holders to transition into new jobs. The policy change has the potential to impact nearly 450,000 international students, including those in STEM fields.
Reliance Jio has reported a net increase of 11.2 million subscribers in Q2 2023, but its mobile average revenue per user (ARPU) growth has slowed down. The company's aggressive strategy to expand its Jio Bharat phone subscriber base is said to be hurting its ARPU. However, Jio's ARPU has seen a growth of 2.5% on a year-on-year basis, thanks to the strong growth in its fibre-to-the-home (FTTH) subscriber base. Reliance Jio is set to complete the rollout of 5G services across India by December 2023.
US Vice President Kamala Harris announced the Biden administration's plans for six new AI initiatives, including the creation of the United States AI Safety Institute and the development of draft policy guidance on the government's use of AI. The initiatives aim to ensure responsible AI development and address potential harms associated with the technology. Harris emphasized the need for AI to be adopted and advanced in a way that safeguards the public and highlighted the potential risks, from cyber attacks to bioweapons. A Political Declaration on the Responsible Use of AI and Autonomy was also announced, signed by 30 nations.
Google CEO Sundar Pichai defended Google's practice of paying Apple and other tech companies to make Google the default search engine on their devices in the US antitrust case. Pichai stated that the goal was to enhance the user experience and make it easier for people to access Google. He also mentioned that the payments were intended to encourage phone manufacturers to make security upgrades and other improvements. The antitrust case, filed in 2020, argues that Google has unfairly maintained its top search position and limited choices for consumers. Google claims its dominance is due to the superiority of its search engine.
Reliance Jio showcased its MR glasses, Jio Glass, at a recent event. The glasses use mixed reality (MR), a combination of augmented reality and virtual reality. They were developed by Tesseract, a company acquired by Reliance Industries. Jio Glass is wearable, weighs 75 grams, and has a metallic frame with two lenses. It can be connected to smartphones via USB-C cable and has a virtual display of up to 100 inches. The price and availability of Jio Glass have not been announced yet. Reliance Jio will launch two versions of the glasses, one for consumers and one for enterprises.
Google has introduced new augmented reality (AR) tools for users looking to buy cosmetics and beauty products. Users will now be able to try on hair color and foundation through AR features on mobile browsers. The new AR beauty category includes hair color, with brands like L'Oreal, Splat, and Revlon available to try on. Google is also expanding the use of these features and introducing AR lip and eye makeup options in the coming weeks. Additionally, Google's shopping ads now offer an inclusive try-on experience, allowing beauty brands to showcase their products more interactively.
Microsoft is experiencing leadership changes in its marketing and Xbox divisions. CEO Satya Nadella has communicated with Microsoft employees about changes in the marketing team. Yusuf Mehdi has been promoted to handle a larger portfolio at the company, while Chris Capossela is leaving after 32 years. Takeshi Numoto is being promoted to Chief Marketing Officer, and Yusuf Mehdi will serve as Executive Vice President, Consumer Chief Marketing Officer.
Elon Musk, owner of X (formerly known as Twitter), plans to transform the social media platform into a financial app that handles users' entire financial lives, including money and securities. He expects the company to launch these features soon and believes users will be surprised by its power. X CEO Linda Yaccarino also sees this as a significant opportunity and aims to have it rolled out by the end of next year.
Clearing the cache on your iPhone can help free up storage space and improve your device's performance. To do this, go to the Settings app, scroll down to the desired app or select Safari for browser cache, tap on "Clear History and Website Data," and confirm your choice. You can also clear the cache for other apps individually. After clearing the cache, it's recommended to restart your iPhone and check for the freed-up storage space in the Settings app. Regularly clearing the cache is a good maintenance practice for optimal iPhone performance.
