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Apple to invest up to $1.5 bln in Globalstar for satellite coverage expansion
https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/portal-in-portal/satcom/apple-to-invest-up-to-1-5-bln-in-globalstar-for-satellite-coverage-expansion/114868091
Under the funding agreement, Apple will commit $1.1 billion in cash and also purchase 20% equity in Globalstar for $400 million. The satellite company said it will use a portion of the funds to pay down debt.
ISS recommends Frontier shareholders abstain from voting on Verizon's takeover bid
https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/iss-recommends-frontier-shareholders-abstain-from-voting-on-verizons-takeover-bid/114867966
Verizon said in September it would buy Frontier at an offer price of $38.50 per share, as the U.S. telecom giant looks to build its fiber subscriber base and better compete with rivals such as AT&T.
Samsung One UI 7 Beta Release Timeline Tipped to Debut by Mid-November
https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/samsung-one-ui-7-beta-release-date-leak-6928744#rss-gadgets-all
Samsung's One UI 7 update is expected to arrive in early 2025, which means that the software isn't expected to arrive on the company's smartphones for the next couple of months. However, a tipster has now leaked details of the expected rollout of Samsung's upcoming One UI 7 beta release.
Apple to Buy Pixelmator, Maker of Popular Photo-Editing Apps
https://www.gadgets360.com/apps/news/apple-to-buy-pixelmator-maker-of-popular-photo-editing-apps-6927375#rss-gadgets-all
Apple will purchase Pixelmator, the maker of a popular high-end photo-editing app for iPhone, iPad, and Mac computers. Pixelmator said in a blog post that its team would be joining the iPhone maker. Apple's customers should gain access to a high-end photo editing app for the first time since the company discontinued Aperture.
Nothing Exploring Development of Own Mobile OS as Android Alternative, Carl Pei Says
https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/nothing-os-alternative-operating-system-carl-pei-report-6926556#rss-gadgets-all
Nothing is exploring the development of its own mobile operating system, according to a statement from Nothing CEO and founder Carl Pei at TechCrunch Disrupt. The company's devices currently run on Google's Android system, like smartphones from most companies except Huawei and Apple.
Walt Disney Forms Business Unit to Coordinate Use of AI, Augmented Reality
https://www.gadgets360.com/ai/news/walt-disney-forms-business-unit-to-coordinate-use-of-ai-augmented-reality-6926114#rss-gadgets-all
Walt Disney is establishing a new Office of Technology Enablement to oversee the integration of emerging technologies like artificial intelligence and mixed reality. The new unit will concentrate on rapidly evolving technological fields, including AI and mixed reality, which merge the physical and digital realms.
NASA's Webb and Hubble Capture Spooky, ‘Blood-Soaked Eyes’ Galaxies IC 2163 and NGC 2207
https://www.gadgets360.com/science/news/groundbreaking-findings-may-reshape-understanding-of-regeneration-6921633#rss-gadgets-all
NASA's Hubble and James Webb telescopes have captured the breathtaking merger of galaxies IC 2163 and NGC 2207, located 80 million light-years away. This captivating process, described as a “blood-soaked” cosmic dance, showcases the ongoing star formation occurring between the galaxies as they interact. With an impressive rate of star birth and multiple supernovas...
Scientists Reportedly Reversed Type 1 Diabetes by Reprogramming Patient's Fat Cells into Insulin-Producing Cells
https://www.gadgets360.com/science/news/chinese-scientists-reverse-type-1-diabetes-by-reprogramming-patient-s-fat-cells-into-insulin-producing-cells-6921790#rss-gadgets-all
Chinese researchers have, for the first time, reprogrammed a woman’s fat cells to become insulin-producing pancreatic cells, reversing her need for insulin injections for over a year. In this study, fat cells were chemically reverted into stem-like cells and transformed into islet cells, which are normally found in the pancreas. The cells, implanted into the patient...
Mukesh Ambani-backed Reliance Jio may be of some help for debt-ridden Ghana
https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/mukesh-ambani-backed-reliance-jio-may-be-of-some-help-for-debt-ridden-ghana/114849528
Next-Gen InfraCo. will start rolling out its first 5G network on Friday, Minister of Communications and Digitalization Ursula Owusu-Ekuful said in an interview.
Ibbani Tabbida Ileyali OTT Release Date: Kannada Language Romantic Drama Now Streaming on Prime Video
https://www.gadgets360.com/entertainment/news/ibbani-tabbida-ileyali-ott-release-date-vihan-and-ankita-amars-romantic-drama-streaming-soon-on-amazon-prime-video-6922102#rss-gadgets-all
The romantic Kannada film Ibbani Tabbida Ileyali, directed by Chandrajith Belliappa, will be available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video starting 1 November 2024, coinciding with Kannada Rajyotsava celebrations. Produced by Rakshit Shetty's Paramvah Studios, this visual treat starring Vihan and Ankita Amar tells the emotional journey of Siddartha and Anahita, whose ...
Squid Game Season 2 OTT Release Date: When and Where to Watch it Online?
https://www.gadgets360.com/entertainment/news/squid-game-season-2-release-date-cast-plot-and-franchise-expansions-6922174#rss-gadgets-all
Squid Game Season 2 premieres December 26 on Netflix, reuniting audiences with protagonist Seong Gi-hun in a new deadly competition. Actor Lee Jung-jae reprises his role as Gi-hun, who re-enters the game, seeking to expose its dark secrets. Returning characters include the Front Man, played by Lee Byung-hun, and detective Hwang Jun-ho, portrayed by Wi Ha-jun. The show...
Thawing Permafrost Releases Greenhouse Gases, Contributing to Global Warming
https://www.gadgets360.com/science/news/thawing-permafrost-releases-greenhouse-gases-contributing-to-global-warming-6908441#rss-gadgets-all
Recent studies reveal alarming changes in the Arctic's permafrost, which has been a significant carbon reservoir for millennia. As temperatures rise, thawing permafrost is releasing greenhouse gases, particularly methane. This shift is changing the region from a carbon sink to a net contributor to global warming. Research indicates that emissions from lakes, rivers, a...
China’s New Astronaut Group Begins Lunar Mission Training in Beijing
https://www.gadgets360.com/science/news/chinas-fourth-generation-astronauts-begin-intensive-lunar-mission-training-in-beijing-6906883#rss-gadgets-all
China’s fourth generation of astronauts, including two from Hong Kong and Macao, are undergoing a comprehensive training programme in Beijing to prepare for upcoming lunar missions. This rigorous process includes specialised physical training, lectures, and over 200 detailed programmes covering critical lunar surface operations. The cohort's diversity also marks a h...
Huawei Mate 70 Series Launch Timeline, Key Features Leaked; Said to Get Ultrasonic Fingerprint Sensor
https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/huawei-mate-70-rs-ultimate-pro-plus-series-launch-timeline-leak-features-expected-6921967#rss-gadgets-all
Huawei Mate 70 series is expected to launch soon as a successor to the Mate 60 lineup, which was unveiled in China in September 2023. The series is expected to include a base, a Pro, a Pro+ and an RS Ultimate Design variant. New leaks suggest the expected key features of the anticipated smartphones, including camera design and battery size. Additionally, another leak ...
LG Ultragear 34GS95QE Curved OLED Gaming Monitor Review: Big Curve
https://www.wired.com/review/lg-ultragear-34gs95qe-curved-oled-gaming-monitor/
This is one of the most curved ultrawide displays I’ve tried, and that curvature makes all the difference.
Aermont submits highest offer for data centre operator Nabiax
https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/internet/aermont-submits-highest-offer-for-data-centre-operator-nabiax/114867983
Shareholder Asterion Industrial Partners and telecoms operator Telefonica received binding offers this week as part of an ongoing sale process, said the people who spoke on condition of anonymity.
Canon Promo Codes: Up to $5,000 Off | November 2024
https://www.wired.com/story/canon-promo-code/
Get up to $5,000 off refurbished cameras and tech + free shipping in November 2024. Browse the latest Canon promo codes and deals from WIRED.
Oppo Find X8 Mini Tipped to Launch Soon; Might Compete With Vivo X200 Pro Mini
https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/oppo-find-x8-mini-ultra-launch-leak-vivo-x200-pro-mini-6928156#rss-gadgets-all
Oppo Find X8 Mini could be launched in the coming months, alongside the purported Find X8 Ultra model, according to a Chinese tipster. These handsets could join the recently launched Oppo Find X8 and Find X8 Pro models, and the Find X8 Mini could compete with the Vivo X200 Pro Mini.
iPhone 14 Plus Service Program for Rear Camera Issue Announced by Apple: Check Eligibility
https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/iphone-14-plus-rear-camera-issue-apple-service-program-6927226#rss-gadgets-all
Apple has launched a service program addressing a rear camera issue in certain iPhone 14 Plus models produced over the span of one year. iPhone 14 Plus units impacted by this issue will be eligible for free servicing at authorised Apple service providers, according to the company while customers who already paid for repairs can contact the company for a refund.
Apple to Invest Up to $1.5 Billion in Globalstar for Satellite Coverage Expansion
https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/apple-to-invest-up-to-1-5-billion-in-globalstar-for-satellite-coverage-expansion-6926260#rss-gadgets-all
Apple is set to invest as much as $1.5 billion in Globalstar, as the iPhone maker looks to enhance the satellite communication services available on its smartphones. The agreement includes a $1.1 billion cash investment by Apple, along with a $400 million purchase for a 20% equity stake in Globalstar. The satellite firm plans to allocate some of the investment towards...
Comb Jellies Exhibit Rare Ability to Revert from Adult to Juvenile Form
https://www.gadgets360.com/science/news/comb-jellies-can-revert-to-juvenile-form-a-groundbreaking-discovery-6921560#rss-gadgets-all
Recent research from the University of Bergen has uncovered a fascinating survival mechanism in comb jellies (Mnemiopsis leidyi), demonstrating their ability to revert from adult to juvenile form in response to environmental stressors. This groundbreaking discovery challenges previous understandings of their life cycle and regeneration capabilities. By examining how t...
Study Claims Black Holes Could be Driving Universe's Expansion
https://www.gadgets360.com/science/news/new-study-suggests-black-holes-could-drive-universes-expansion-through-dark-energy-connection-6921706#rss-gadgets-all
A new study proposes that black holes could hold the key to dark energy, which fuels the accelerating expansion of the universe. Using the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI), astronomers observed a possible correlation between the growth of black holes and an increase in dark energy. The study's co-authors, Gregory Tarlé and Duncan Farrah, highlight this the...
Limiting Sugar Intake in Early Childhood Reduces Risk of Diabetes and Hypertension, Claims New Study
https://www.gadgets360.com/science/news/controlling-sugar-in-early-childhood-reduces-risks-of-diabetes-and-hypertension-later-6921906#rss-gadgets-all
A recent study shows that children who experienced sugar rationing during WWII were less likely to develop diabetes and hypertension later in life. Conducted by researchers at the University of Southern California, the findings suggest that sugar restriction during early developmental years can have significant long-term health benefits. The study reinforces current d...
Jiiva and Priya Bhavani Shankar’s Sci-Fi Horror Black Now Available on Prime Video
https://www.gadgets360.com/entertainment/news/black-ott-release-where-to-watch-jiiva-priya-bhavani-shankar-s-sci-fi-horror-thriller-6921963#rss-gadgets-all
Tamil sci-fi horror Black, starring Jiiva and Priya Bhavani Shankar, directed by KG Balasubramani, is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video. Originally released on October 11, 2024, Black combines elements of science fiction and horror to captivate audiences with a thrilling storyline and strong performances. Fans of the genre can now watch it online as the film hits OT...
Google Gemini API, AI Studio Gets a ‘Grounding with Google Search’ Feature for Developers
https://www.gadgets360.com/ai/news/gemini-api-ai-studio-grounding-with-google-search-feature-developers-added-6922353#rss-gadgets-all
Google is adding a new feature to Gemini API and AI Studio to help developers to ground the responses generated by artificial intelligence. Announced on Thursday, the feature dubbed Grounding with Google Search will allow developers to check the AI-generated responses against similar information available on the Internet. This way developers will be able to further fi...
Siddhant Chaturvedi Starrer Action Film Yudhra Now Streaming on Prime Video
https://www.gadgets360.com/entertainment/news/yudhra-ott-release-when-where-to-watch-siddhant-chaturvedi-s-action-drama-online-6922275#rss-gadgets-all
Siddhant Chaturvedi’s film Yudhra is now available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video, following its theatrical release in September. Directed by Ravi Udyawar and featuring Malavika Mohanan and Raghav Juyal, Yudhra delves into an action-driven storyline involving a mission to dismantle a drug cartel. Prime Video secured streaming rights, and viewers can now rent or...
Rare Sea Smoke and Streaming Snow Phenomena Captured Near Pine Island Glacier
https://www.gadgets360.com/science/news/rare-sea-smoke-and-streaming-snow-phenomena-captured-near-pine-island-glacier-6907852#rss-gadgets-all
In October 2024, Pine Island Glacier displayed unusual atmospheric phenomena, including rare sea smoke and blowing snow. Captured by NASA's Landsat 8, these events were visible due to clear skies. Strong winds pushed warmer water to the surface, creating sea smoke, while blowing snow from the West Antarctic Ice Sheet influenced the glacier’s landscape. These phenome...
Marvel's Wolverine Creative Director Left Insomniac Games to Join Xbox's Perfect Dark: Report
https://www.gadgets360.com/games/news/marvels-wolverine-crative-director-insomniac-games-xbox-perfect-dark-playstation-report-6922344#rss-gadgets-all
Brian Horton, who was confirmed as the creative director on Wolverine in 2021, has reportedly left the studio to join Xbox’s Perfect Dark in the same role. He was previously creative director on Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales.
Activo P1 Review: Wired Sound, Tired Looks
https://www.wired.com/review/activo-p1/
Activo's P1 is a decent portable music player, but it looks pretty bland.
Microsoft Recall Feature for Copilot+ PCs Delayed Once Again to December
https://www.gadgets360.com/ai/news/microsoft-recall-feature-delayed-timeline-report-6921155#rss-gadgets-all
Microsoft Recall launch has been delayed once again. The company was expected to roll out its Recall feature to Windows Insiders last month, but an executive has now confirmed that Recall for Copilot+ PCs will only be available to testers after another couple of months.