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Google disrupts cybercrime web infecting 1 mn devices

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Google disrupts cybercrime web infecting 1 mn devices

WASHINGTON, Dec 7, 2021 (AFP) – Google said Tuesday it has moved to shut down a network of about one million highjacked electronic devices used worldwide to commit online crimes, while also suing Russia-based hackers the tech giant claimed were responsible. The so-called botnet of infected devices, which was also used to surreptitiously mine bitcoin, was … Read more

Now hide your images in a Google Locked Folder

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Now hide your images in a Google Locked Folder

Google added the ability for Pixel users to “lock away” images in a vault to keep them safe from prying eyes during the summer. The feature is already available for non-Pixel handsets, though iPhone users will have to wait. The feature is called Locked Folder, and everything you put in it is protected by the … Read more

Babar Azam answers most Googled questions about him

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Babar

Pakistani skipper Babar Azam is not only popular among his fans and followers for his intelligent batting and leadership skills but they are also interested in his personal life too. In a video uploaded by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on their official YouTube channel, the star cricketer could be seen answering the most common … Read more

Google surprise update pixel 6 improves fingerprint scanner performance

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Google surprise update pixel 6 improves fingerprint scanner performance

According to XDA, Google has launched a surprise mid-month update for the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro devices, which is expressly meant to improve the fingerprint scanner’s functionality. The new model’s position of that sensor has been a source of annoyance for users due to its sluggish and finicky operation. Users have complained about … Read more

Samsung pushes Android 12 based One UI 4 update to Galaxy S21 series

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Samsung

Samsung is making available its One UI 4 software update available for the Galaxy S21 series starting today. The new update is based on Google’s new OS, Android 12. It brings new customizations, keyboard tweaks, and privacy settings. All the features that are included in the One UI 4 are similar to that of the … Read more

This is how you can turn on the 2-step Google verification privacy setting

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Google

A few days back, the search giant announced that it will automatically turn-on the 2-step verification feature on its users’ Google accounts. Google, in order to respect privacy and provide safety to its users, will forcefully enable the new 2-step privacy tool by the end of the year 2021. Those who haven’t enabled the additional … Read more

Aussies skirt vaccine rules with black market certificates

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Vaccine

MELBOURNE: A ban on unvaccinated Australians entering bars and restaurants nudged thousands to get jabbed — but it has also seen the rise of a thriving black market in fake Covid-19 vaccine certificates online. Twenty-four-year-old Molly — who asked to conceal her real name — is hitting the town. When Melbourne last month clambered out … Read more

Saudi Aramco emerges as world’s most profitable firm in third quarter

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RIYADH: Saudi Aramco is the world’s most profitable company in the third quarter, beating tech giants such as Google, Amazon and Apple, as well as other listed energy companies such as ExxonMobil and Shell, Arab News reported. Thanks to the recent increase in oil prices, the Dhahran-based company reported that its net income in the third quarter … Read more

Google Photos’ nude-friendly ‘Locked Folder’ hitting iOS in 2022

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Google Photos new policy

The search engine giant, Google is constantly improvising its privacy and safety tools. The company recently announced in a blog post, that it is all set to roll out its ‘locked Folder’ feature in iOS next year. Apart from Google One’s VPN and Pixel’s security hub, the new Locked Folder is ready to be part … Read more

Alphabet Inc. reports record high quarterly profit

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Google’s parent company Alphabet Inc. recently reported record breaking profits in the Q3 of 2021. Thanks to a spike in Google ads, the overall revenue of the subsidiary, Google skyrocketed in the third quarter of 2021. The profits of the company are much higher than expected and way more understated as compared to the estimations, … Read more

Apple, Samsung and Google gearing up for the huge events of the year 2021

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All 3 hardware trend setters are bucking up for their respective events that are to be held in the coming week. The whole world is in a buzz and throwing wild guesses to what the mega events are going to hold for them. Both the tech companies, Apple and Samsung are cooking something big as … Read more

Google improvises its browsing tool for US mobile users

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Google unveils surprising search trends of Pakistan

Google’s recent changes in its search engine is expected to help mobile users in US big time. The modernized search feature is to be tested in United States as of now; however, it will be available all across the world very soon, said sources. The change will help users to continue scrolling without switching through … Read more

Google to stop pairing ads with climate change misinformation

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Google to stop pairing ads with climate change misinformation

Google on Thursday said it will no longer post ads next to misinformation about climate change on its search engine or on global video-sharing platform YouTube. The new policy for Google advertisers, publishers, and YouTube creators will prohibit the platforms from helping people make money from content that “contradicts well-established scientific consensus around the existence and causes of climate change.” That includes online content referring to climate change as … Read more

Google unveils surprising search trends of Pakistan

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Google unveils surprising search trends of Pakistan

According to Google, TV shows “dubbed in Urdu,” how-to “get a pet,” and “mental health assistance” services, were among the most popular topics. Pakistanis were also interested in learning how to increase their “charity work” and how to incorporate more “reusable” things into their daily life. During the coronavirus pandemic, searches for “disease prevention” increased … Read more

Google is celebrating its 23rd birthday with an animated doodle

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Google is celebrating its 23rd birthday with an animated doodle

The animated Google Doodle for today displays a cake with the number “23” inscribed on top of it, with a birthday candle replacing the “L” in “Google.” The search engine created a doodle on its homepage to commemorate the event. A birthday candle replaces the letter “L” in “Google” in the animated doodle, which displays … Read more

South Korea fines Google $180 million for market abuse

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Did you know? Google has recently launched death benefits for employees,

South Korea’s antitrust watchdog fined Google nearly $180 million on Tuesday for abusing its dominance in the mobile operating systems and app markets, it said, the latest in a series of regulatory moves against tech giants around the world. The penalty came weeks after South Korea passed a law banning major app store operators such … Read more

Google One introduces a 5TB storage plan for $24.99 per month

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Google One introduces a 5TB storage plan for $24.99 per month

Google has ended its free unlimited storage for Google Photos in June. Many users are now concerned about where should they store their photos now. Some users have figured out the solution to store photos and other data on their accounts. Either they could keep their stored data below 15GB or get one of the … Read more

Google extends remote work option due to pandemic

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Did you know? Google has recently launched death benefits for employees,

California: Google on Tuesday extended the option for its employees to work from home into next year due to the pandemic. Returning to Google, campuses will remain voluntary globally through January 10, with local offices given the discretion to decide when to require employees to return to their desks, according to Chief Executive Sundar Pichai. … Read more

Bitcoin on the second day continues to decline by 5%

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Bitcoin

The largest worldwide cryptocurrency, Bitcoin (BTC) continues to decline for the second day. Today the price of BTC has declined further down 5%, i.e. less than $46,600.

At the beginning of August, the value of BTC was higher, it was at the peak since mid-May at approximately $44,000 on 8 August.

Bitcoin is a highly well-known digital currency and has been known by individuals for a decade now since its introduction back in 2009.

When BTC was rising its market capitalization crossed $1 trillion, meeting with tech giants such as Amazon, Google, and Microsoft.

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Here is how to get rid of Chat and Rooms tab on Gmail mobile app

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Here is how to get rid of Chat and Rooms tab on Gmaill Mobile

Google introduced its Meet videoconferencing platform to Gmail. This feature is quite useful when using on a desktop PC. The good part is that you can remove the Meet if you do not use it. However, when it comes to the mobile Gmail app, it can be a real issue, as the tab takes the … Read more

TikTok strengthens privacy safeguards for teenagers

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TikTok strengthens privacy safeguards for teenagers

As social media companies face greater criticism over their privacy measures, TikTok became the latest tech company to propose stricter protections for teens on Thursday. In the next months, TikTok will introduce a number of new features, including a default limit on in-app messaging for 16 and 17-year-olds unless it is changed. Anybody under the … Read more

Did you know? Google has recently launched death benefits for employees

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Did you know? Google has recently launched death benefits for employees,

When a Google employee dies their spouse receives half of the employee’s salary for 10 years and their children get $1000 per month until they are 19

Google provides great benefits to the employees, including free food, fitness classes, laundry service, and car washes. As per a recent storey, Google has recently launched death benefits to employees, including a generous offer to pay a deceased employee’s spouse or partner half of their salary for a decade.

The disclosure of these death benefits first reported by Forbes also comes with “no tenure restriction,” but it currently only applies to employees in the United States. It was also implemented earlier this year.

A Google official confirmed to Mashable that the advantages don’t end with the paycheck. A deceased employee’s surviving spouse or partner will get vested stock benefits, and children will receive $1,000 per month until they reach the age of 19. If the youngster is enrolled full-time in school, the timeline can be prolonged.

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Spotify to bring offline playback to WearOS app in coming weeks

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Spotify offline feature rolling out to Galaxy Watch 4

Spotify will be releasing its updated WearOS app in the coming weeks. The company said that it will support offline playback features on smartwatches running WearOS 2.0 and up. This feature was introduced alongside the news of Google and Samsung collaboration to release a new OS for smartwatches, WearOS 3. The music service company said … Read more

Android 12 Beta 4 with platform stability coming out on Pixel phones

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Android 12 is now in development, and the Android 12 Beta 4 (excluding Developer Previews) is now rolling out to Pixel smartphones. This is a big release, according to the Android Developers Blog, as it pushes Android 12 into the final phase of testing. Platform Stability has been achieved in Android 12 Beta 4, which … Read more

Google Adds Protection for Minors, on Apps Such As YouTube, Search and More

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After tech companies, like Apple, Instagram and Facebook etc., added protections for teens and young adults, Google decided to follow the suite too. The company recently announced policy changes that help kids to stay more protected while using the Google applications. YouTube, in the near future, will frequently show ‘break’ and ‘bedtime reminders’, by default. … Read more

IT Ministry to organise first digital summit on August 9

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ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication will organise a digital summit on August 9 at the Aiwan-e-Sadr to focus on innovative technologies, transforming the public sector, a statement said on Friday. The purpose of the summit is to showcase the progress that has been made so far in digitalising various sectors of Pakistan … Read more

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