Category: SCIENCE & TECH.

Apple and Baidu are collaborating to introduce AI features to iPhones in China, but the process has hit several roadblocks that might impact iPhone sales in the region. The two companies are working to adapt Baidu’s advanced large language models (LLMs) for iPhone users. However, they are encountering difficulties with the models’ ability to understand prompts and deliver accurate responses to everyday scenarios. According to recent data, iPhone sales in China dropped by 0.3% in the third quarter, while rival brand Huawei experienced a significant 42% increase in sales, reflecting…

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has rescheduled the launch of the PSLV-C59 mission, which will carry the European Space Agency’s (ESA) PROBA-3 spacecraft. Originally set for December 4, the launch has now been rescheduled to December 5, 2024, at 4:04 PM IST. The delay was caused by an anomaly detected in the spacecraft. The PSLV-C59 rocket will deploy the PROBA-3 spacecraft into a highly elliptical orbit, marking a significant milestone in space exploration. This mission is a collaborative effort between ISRO and NewSpace India Limited (NSIL), and it is…

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has announced a new event called “12 Days of OpenAI,” set to begin on December 5. The event will showcase a series of new AI tools and products from the company over the next 12 days. Although Altman did not reveal the exact details, reports suggest that the lineup may include the AI video generator called Sora and a new reasoning model. In a tweet, Altman mentioned that each weekday would feature a livestream showcasing new launches or demonstrations, some of which will be significant, while…

On Thursday, December 5,  Britain gave the green light to the 19 billion-Dollar merger between Vodafone UK and Hutchison’s Three UK. This deal, which creates the largest mobile operator in the country, reduces the number of major mobile networks from four to three. The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) had initially raised concerns that the merger could drive up prices for consumers. However, the regulator later acknowledged that the companies’ commitments to invest in network development and offer protections for customers were sufficient to address these concerns. The CMA said,…

Google is currently experiencing a widespread outage that is impacting multiple services, including YouTube, Gmail, and Google Meet. Users from across the globe are reporting difficulties in accessing these platforms. According to Downdetector, a website that tracks service disruptions, nearly 7,000 users have been affected by the outage. The majority of the complaints, around 53%, are related to issues with Google Search. Another 41% of users are reporting problems accessing the Google website, while 6% are facing difficulties logging into their accounts. The disruption began around 3:00 PM (IST) and…

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has postponed the launch of the PSLV-C59 rocket, initially planned for Wednesday, due to an anomaly detected in the PROBA-3 spacecraft. The revised launch schedule is set for Thursday, instead of Wednesday (5.12.2024)  at 4:12 PM. ISRO announced the update on social media, stating, “Due to an anomaly detected in PROBA-3 spacecraft PSLV-C59/PROBA-3 launch rescheduled to tomorrow at 16:12 hours.” The PSLV-C59 mission is a collaborative project between ISRO and NewSpace India Limited (NSIL). It aims to deploy PROBA-3, a groundbreaking technology demonstration mission by…

Mahindra has taken a major step forward in India’s electric vehicle (EV) revolution with the launch of two flagship electric SUVs: the BE 6e and XEV 9e. These new vehicles are built on Mahindra’s innovative INGLO architecture, a design that showcases the company’s commitment to shaping the future of mobility through advanced technology, performance, and design. Unlike many electric cars that are retrofitted with electric powertrains, the BE 6e and XEV 9e are “born electric,” meaning they were designed from the ground up as electric vehicles. This gives them a…

December 2024 promises to bring a wave of exciting new smartphone launches in India, with devices powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, foldables, and more. Here’s a quick look at the top smartphones to keep an eye on: 1) iQOO 13 Set to launch in India on December 3, the iQOO 13 is expected to feature the powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, with impressive Antutu scores surpassing 3 million. The phone will include a large 6,000mAh battery, supporting 120W fast charging. For durability, it will come with IP68 and…

Canada’s Competition Bureau has initiated a legal case against Google, accusing the tech giant of exploiting its dominance in the online advertising industry to harm competition and disadvantage Canadian businesses. The bureau is seeking a court order for Google to sell two of its advertising technology tools and to impose penalties for what it describes as anti-competitive practices in Canada’s digital advertising ecosystem. These practices, the bureau claims, hinder publishers and advertisers who rely on fair market systems for revenue and customer outreach. Focus on Online Advertising Control The case…

India’s space sector is poised for significant growth, and private companies and startups have an important role to play, according to ISRO Chairman S. Somanath. Speaking at the Huddle Global 2024, a leading startup festival organized by Kerala Startup Mission, he emphasized how startups can help India expand its space activities and capture a larger share of the global market. Despite India being recognized as a major space power, Somanath pointed out that India’s current share of the global space business is only about two percent, valued at USD 386…