In this week’s orbital we discuss all the rumours with regards to the hardware and software announcements expected to happen at the upcoming Apple WWDC 2023. While hardware launches aren’t exactly guaranteed, there are plenty of rumours and leaks that hint that Apple will announce several new products alongside related announcements about its numerous operating sy...
Friday, June 2, 2023
WhatsApp Resumes Beta Testing Group Profile Icons on Android, Some Testers Get Updates Tab on iOS: Report
WhatsApp is testing a feature that shows profile icons next to messages on group chats. The feature has made its way back to a beta release, shortly after the functionality was disabled. WhatsApp is rolling out the first version of its Updates tab for beta testers on iOS and working on visual improvements like a redesigned emoji keyboard to new Material You-style togg...
Meta to Test Limiting Viewing, Sharing News Content on Facebook and Instagram in Canada
Meta Platforms on Thursday said it will begin tests on its social media websites Facebook and Instagram that will limit some users and publishers from viewing or sharing some news content in Canada.
Twitter's Head of Trust and Safety Ella Irwin Says She Has Resigned
Twitter's head of trust and safety, Ella Irwin, told Reuters on Thursday that she has resigned from the social media company, which has faced criticism for lax protections against harmful content since billionaire Elon Musk acquired it in October.
Google’s Wear OS Adding New Spotify, Notes Tiles Along With Wallet Support for Transit Cards: All the Details
Google announced that it will be adding new tiles on WearOS-powered devices bringing additional functionality for those who use these apps. The updates that were first announced at Google’s recent I/O 2023 developer event will be rolling out in the next few weeks and should make accessing and glancing through information from these apps easier.
Thursday, June 1, 2023
WhatsApp Launches New Global Security Centre Page With 10 Indian Languages
WhatsApp launched a new global 'Security Center' page which will be available in English and 10 Indian languages. It will inform users about the layers of privacy that WhatsApp provides and lists some top tips to give users more control over their accounts, including two-step verification, scams, and identifying fake accounts, among others.
US FTC Says Amazon Ring Violated Customer Privacy, Announces $5.8-Million Settlement
US Federal Trade Commission said in a court filing on Wednesday that Amazon's Ring doorbell camera unit spied for months on female customers in 2017 with cameras placed in bedrooms and bathrooms and announced a $5.8 million (roughly Rs. 47 crore) settlement with the company over privacy violations.
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