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Meta rolling out centralised account settings for Instagram, Facebook

Meta has announced that it is rolling out a new Accounts Center that will allow users to manage their Meta accounts, like Instagram, Facebook and Messenger, from a centralised hub

Twitter officially bans third-party applications with new developer rules

Micro-blogging platform Twitter has quietly updated its "Developer Agreement" to ban third-party clients, almost a week after it blocked the apps' access to its platform

Apple to expand smart-home lineup with new displays, faster TV set-top box

The push into smart displays will start with a tablet product - essentially a low-end iPad - that can control things like thermostats and lights, show video and handle FaceTime chats

We'll work with Indian organisations on online safety: Julie Inman Grant

Other countries are looking to set up institutions like the Australian one dedicated to protect people from digital harm, says Julie Inman Grant

India aims to become key semiconductor supplier for world: Vaishnaw

Sensing a huge opportunity in the global semiconductor market, India has set in motion an ambitious plan to become a key supplier for the world with the government itself putting in USD 10 billion

IIT Madras-incubated company develops indigenous mobile operating system

The BharOS was developed by JandK Operations (JandKops), which has been incubated by IIT Madras Pravartak Technologies Foundation, a Section 8 (Not for Profit) Company established by IIT Madras

Govt to hold public consultation on fact-checking rule for online content

Invites comments on new rule asking online platforms to remove content flagged fake or false by its fact-checking mechanisms

85% org hits by ransomware in past 12 months, up from 76%: Report

Nearly 85 per cent of organisations were attacked by ransomware at least once in the past 12 months, up from 76 per cent, a report showed on Thursday

Apple may not bring design changes to next-generation Mac mini in 2024

Tech giant Apple will reportedly not bring design updates to its upcoming next-generation Mac mini which is set to arrive in 2024

Google working on new 'Bluetooth Distance Measurement' API: Report

This feature was first spotted by Esper's Mishaal Rahman and the company has already started to add code for it to the Android open source project

Vivo announces Republic Day sale offers on select smartphones: Details here

The sale offers on the Vivo V25 series, Y75 series and Y35 smartphone will be live until January 31

Apple expands Advanced Data Protection option globally with iOS 16.3 update

Apple has announced that it is expanding its Advanced Data Protection option for users globally

Garmin launches Instinct Crossover Series watches in India: Price, features

The Garmin Instinct Crossover series comes in solar and non-solar variants with price starting at Rs 55,990

Twitter Blue now costs $11 per month for Android users: Details here

Twitter Blue plan starts at $8/month or $84/year in available countries to get the blue checkmark in addition to early access to features

Google-owned YouTube rolling out updates to TV's live guide, library

Updates to the library will help users to manage their content with improved content filtering and better organisational tools

Apple offers cashback, no-cost EMI on iPhones, iPads, AirPods Pro, and more

The offers on iPhones, iPads, AirPods Pro, MacBook, Watch Series are available on Apple Store Online

PLAYFIT FLAUNT watch with Bluetooth calling feature launched: Price, specs

The FLAUNT smartwatch is available for purchase on PLAY official website, Amazon India, and Flipkart

India's smartphone shipments drop 6% to 151.6 mn units in 2022: Report

The major drop in shipments were recorded in the fourth-quarter (CYQ4, 2022), falling by 27 per cent to 32.4 million units

Apple HomePod 2nd Gen speaker brings spatial audio, Matter support and more

Priced at Rs 32,900, the second generation HomePod speaker is available to order on Apple Store online, with availability beginning on February 3

Apple working on iPad-like display for controlling smart home devices

Apple is reportedly working on a new iPad-like display that will be used for smart home management purposes