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  • Apple Event 2024: Tech Giant Expected To Launch These Products |

    New Delhi: In the tech world, anticipation is building as rumors circulate about Apple’s groundbreaking releases in 2024. Brace yourselves for a wave of innovation as the iPhone 16 series, a revamped MacBook Air with the M3 chip, an iPad Pro with an OLED display, and a redesigned Apple Watch X are all expected to hit the market.

    iPhone 16 Series

    Scheduled for a September 2024 launch, the iPhone 16 series is poised to build on the success of its predecessor. Leaks suggest a sleek new chassis design, with Pro models potentially featuring a dedicated “capture” button for quick camera access. An extended Action button across the lineup aims to simplify navigation through apps. (Also Read: Pankaj Patel’s Inspirational Journey: From Cadila Laboratories To Owner Of Rs 52,400 Crore Empire)

    Speculations hint at buttons adopting haptic technology, enhanced zoom capabilities for Pro models, and even the debut of an “iPhone 16 Ultra.” The series is expected to boast a larger battery, a new chipset, higher refresh rate displays, and an upgraded camera. Fast charging support remains uncertain, but Apple may surprise us, given the recent strides in Android phones. (Also Read: Premium Smartphones Launched In 2023: Check)

    MacBook Air With M3 Chip

    Apple plans to introduce a new MacBook Air in 2024, equipped with the advanced M3 chip. This move is aimed at dispelling the notion that the MacBook Air is only suited for light tasks.

    The M3 chip promises a significant performance boost, providing users with a faster and more efficient experience, especially in tasks like video editing.

    iPad Pro 2024

    In a long-awaited move, Apple is set to bring OLED display technology to its iPad Pro lineup in 2024. The iPad Pro is expected to be powered by the all-new Apple Silicon M3 chip.

    Renowned Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo suggests an early launch in the second quarter of 2024, marking a milestone as the first iPad with an OLED display.

    Apple Watch X Revamp

    Leaked information points to a redesigned Apple Watch X hitting the shelves next year. With a thinner profile and a magnetic band attachment system, the new design is sure to catch the eye of tech enthusiasts.

    Rumored health features include sleep apnea detection and blood pressure monitoring for hypertension, adding a layer of wellness to the revamped Apple Watch X.

    AppleGPT

    In a surprising move towards the world of generative AI, Apple is reportedly developing an in-house ChatGPT-like service named AppleGPT. Initially designed for internal use, this tool is said to aid employees in testing features, summarizing text, and providing answers based on stored data.

    If leaks are accurate, AppleGPT might make its public debut in 2024, offering a new dimension to Apple’s suite of services.

  • Apple developing ‘Speed Racer’ live-action series with JJ Abrams

    By PTI

    LOS ANGELES:  A live-action series based on the popular manga and animated show “Speed Racer” is in the works at Apple.

    According to The Hollywood Reporter, filmmaker JJ Abrams will serve as an executive producer on the project. Though the details of the series are scarce at the moment, the show is written by Hiram Martinez and Ron Fitzgerald, who will also serve as co-showrunners.

    Abrams will executive produce under his Bad Robot banner. Warner Bros Television is the studio where Bad Robot is under an overall deal. “Speed Racer” was first launched in Japan as a manga series titled “Mach GoGoGo” by Tatsuo Yoshida in 1966.

    It was later adapted into anime by Tatsunoko Productions, which aired on Japan’s Fuji TV as well as in the US. The story follows the adventure of auto racer Speed Racer and his souped-up car, the Mach 5.

    His team consists of his father and car builder Pops Racer, his little brother Spritle and his pet chimpanzee Chim-Chim, and Speed’s girlfriend Trixie.

    Speed also frequently crosses paths with the mysterious Racer X, who is secretly Speed’s older brother Rex Racer.

    The series would be the second live-action project based on the iconic Japanese character. Filmmakers Lily and Lana Wachowski had written and directed a 2008 film, featuring Emile Hirsch in the title role. The film was a major box office disappointment and received mostly negative reviews from the critics.

  • Apple’s highly anticipated drama ‘Pachinko’ to premiere on March 25 

    By PTI

    LOS ANGELES: Apple is set to premiere its highly-anticipated drama “Pachinko” globally on March 25.

    The new series, which marks the international debut of popular South Korean star Lee Minho, features an international cast and will be told across three languages– Korean, Japanese and English.

    The series will debut with the first three episodes followed by new weekly installments each Friday during its eight-episode season through April 29, 2022.

    The series is based on The New York Times bestselling, acclaimed novel by the same name.

    Epic in scope and intimate in tone, the story begins with a forbidden love and crescendos into a sweeping saga that journeys between Korea, Japan and America to tell an unforgettable story of war and peace, love and loss, triumph and reckoning, according to the official logline shared by the streamer.

    ‘Pachinko’ is written and executive produced by Soo Hugh of ‘The Terror’ and ‘The Killing’ fame.

    Hugh created the series and serves as showrunner.

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    Kogonada, known for his film “Columbus” as well as famous videos analysing film classics, has worked alongside Justin Chon as executive producers.

    They have directed four episodes each, with Kogonada directing the pilot.

    Michael Ellenberg and Lindsey Springer executive produce for Media Res; Theresa Kang-Lowe executive produces for Blue Marble Pictures; and Media Res’ Dani Gorin co-executive produces, along with Richard Middleton, David Kim and Sebastian Lee.

    “They say there are those projects that come along and change the very core of who you are as a filmmaker and a person. Undoubtedly, ‘Pachinko’ is that project for me,” said Soo Hugh.

    “Not only is this a story of my forebears, it’s my tribute to them to all of the Sunjas’ buried deep in all of our family’s history.

    It’s been an incredible honor to bring this series to life with this dedicated and gifted cast and crew.

    ” The series stars Soji Arai as Mozasu; Jin Ha as Solomon; Inji Jeong as Yangjin; Minha Kim as teenage Sunja; Lee Minho as Hansu; Kaho Minami as Etsuko; Steve Sanghyun Noh as Isak; Anna Sawai as Naomi; Junwoo Han as Yoseb; Eun Chae Jung as Young Kyunghee; Jimmi Simpson as Tom Andrews; Yu-na Jeon as young Sunja; and, Academy Award-winning actress Youn Yuh Jung as older Sunja.

  • IT ministry withdraws compliance letter sent to Apple over iMessage platform

    By PTI
    NEW DELHI: The IT ministry is learnt to have withdrawn a letter sent to iPhone maker Apple seeking compliance of iMessage platform with the new IT rules, according to a source.

    Apple has explained to the ministry that iMessage is a feature in its mobile device like every phone has for sending out messages and not an app which can be downloaded by any user.

    It also has less than 5 million users of iMessage which is another reason why it is out of the purview of Information Technology (IntermediaryGuidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules 2021.

    “Apple’s iMessage is not an app available that can be downloaded by anyone. It is a SMS like feature of the phone and hence Meity has withdrawn a letter issued to Apple for seeking compliance,” the source said.

    An Email query sent to the Ministry of Electronics and IT and Apple elicited no reply.

    The new IT rules came into force from May 26.

    The rule defines a social media platform which primarily or solely enables online interaction between two or more users and allows them to create, upload, share, disseminate, modify or access information using its services.

    Social media platforms having more than 5 million users in India need to comply with the new IT rules.

    They are required to appoint a chief compliance Officer, nodal contact person and a resident grievance officer and each of them should be resident of India.

  • New BBC documentary to give Bush administration’s view of 9/11 attacks

    By Associated Press
    NEW YORK: Actor Jeff Daniels will narrate a new documentary, “9/11: Inside the President’s War Room,” that will tell the story of the attacks through the eyes of the Bush administration.

    Several members of the Bush administration will give their view of what happened on that day, including former President George W. Bush and his vice president, Dick Cheney, it was announced on Thursday. Condoleezza Rice, national security adviser on that day, former Secretary of State Colin Powell and White House chief of staff Andy Card will also participate.

    Apple+ and the BBC will collaborate on the project, which will debut in September near the 20th anniversary of the terrorist attacks. Both the streaming service and BBC One will show the project.

    The documentary will focus on the 12 hours following the attack. The creative team includes director Adam Wishart and producers Simon Finch, Neil Grant and Serena Kennedy.

  • After Joe Biden’s offer of help, global tech giants pour support to Covid-hit India

    By Express News Service
    BENGALURU: A day after US President Joe Biden announced the lifting of the embargo on the exports of vaccine raw materials and helping India tide the Coronavirus wave, aid has started pouring in from the top global tech giants. 

    Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella said in a statement that he was heartbroken by the current situation in India. ”I’m grateful the US government is mobilizing to help. Microsoft will continue to use its voice, resources, and technology to aid relief efforts, and support the purchase of critical oxygen concentration devices,” he added. On Tuesday, e-commerce giant Amazon said that it would airlift 100 ICU ventilator units from the US to India, working in coordination with the country’s Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. The e-tailer also said that it is working with a non-profit organization of various Indian startups, ACT Grants to import over 8,000 oxygen concentrators and 500 BiPAP machines from Singapore into the country.

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    The e-tailer said that it is working closely with Medtronic (MT) for these units to be airlifted into India. “we expect the consignment to enter the country in the next two weeks. Amazon India is working closely with the MoHFW appointed agencies to finalize the hospitals with the most urgent need so that Amazon can partner with MT for end-to-end delivery, installation, maintenance, and training of personnel who will use these machines,” the company said in a statement.

    Earlier, Apple CEO Tim Cook said that the tech firm will donate to the relief support and medical aid supplies in India. “Amid a devastating rise of COVID cases in India, our thoughts are with the medical workers, our Apple family, and everyone there who is fighting through this awful stage of the pandemic. Apple will be donating to support and relief efforts on the ground,” Cook said in a statement.

    On Monday, Google CEO Sundar Pichai announced Rs 135 crore ($18 million) aid to India to help with direct cash for low-income families as well as augment medicine supplies. “This includes two grants from Google.org, Google’s philanthropic arm, totaling 20 Crore INR ($2.6 million USD). The first is to GiveIndia to provide cash assistance to families hit hardest by the crisis to help with their everyday expenses. 

    The second will go to UNICEF to help get urgent medical supplies, including oxygen and testing equipment, to where it’s needed most in India. It also includes donations from our ongoing employee giving campaign — so far more than 900 Googlers have contributed 3.7 Crore INR ($500,000 USD) for organizations supporting high-risk and marginalized communities,” Pichai said in a statement.

  • Tom Holland to star in Apple’s ‘The Crowded Room’

    By ANI
    WASHINGTON: Hollywood actor Tom Holland, who is widely known for playing Spider-Man in Marvel films, is set to star in ‘The Crowded Room’, Apple’s anthology series from writer Akiva Goldsman.

    As per Variety, the anthology will explore the true and inspirational stories of those who struggled and learned to successfully live with mental illness. The first season of the series will be based on the biography ‘The Minds of Billy Milligan’ by Daniel Keyes.

    It will tell the story of Billy Milligan (Holland), the first person ever acquitted of a crime because of Multiple Personality Disorder (now known as Dissociative Identity Disorder). Apple has ordered a 10-episode first season.

    Goldsman will adapt the book for the screen and will executive produce under his Weed Road Productions banner, with Holland set to executive produce in addition to starring.

    Alexandra Milchan of EMJAG Productions and New Regency’s Arnon Milchan, Yariv Milchan and Michael Schaefer will also executive produce. The series will be a co-production between Apple Studios and New Regency.

    This is not the first Apple project in which Holland has featured. The streamer most recently released the drama feature ‘Cherry’, which featured Holland in the lead role.

    He is best known for his role as Peter Parker/Spider-Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, having played the iconic superhero in five films to date with the sixth, ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’, set for release in December.

    His other feature credits include ‘In the Heart of the Sea’, ‘The Current War’, and ‘The Devil All the Time’. He will star in the upcoming ‘Uncharted’ film adaptation as well. Meanwhile, Goldsman won an Academy Award and a Golden Globe for the screenplay of ‘A Beautiful Mind.’

    His other feature writing credits include ‘Cinderella Man’, ‘The Da Vinci Code’, and ‘I Am Legend’.

    He is no stranger to television writing either, having penned a dozen episodes of ‘Fringe’ and co-developed the DC Comics TV series ‘Titans’. He is also heavily involved in ViacomCBS’ rebooted ‘Star Trek’ TV universe, including co-creating ‘Star Trek: Picard’ and serving as co-creator and co-showrunner on ‘Star Trek: Strange New Worlds’.

  • These speakers make your home smart

    Smart speakers are Wi-Fi speakers that you can control using your voice. While Amazon, Apple and Google are the major players here, the Jeff Bezos firm stands tall in this fast-growing market, for the simple reason that it has a diverse product range and the best part is these are most user-friendly. Customers use the Alexa-powered Echo, Echo Dot, Echo Plus, Echo Studio and more, for listening to music, devotional content, controlling smart home, kids’ learning and nursery rhymes, bill payments or just as a fun conversational assistant. The best part: Amazon’s smart speakers have seen a surge in popularity in recent months now that people can interact with them in Hindi as well.

    “Emergence of Hindi as a voice command language will not only boost smart-speaker usage in the Hindi speaking non-metros but also open up the opportunity in cities where users prefer other regional languages,” said Debashis Chatterjee, associate vice-president, Karvy Insights, that recently brought out a study titled ‘Understanding Smart Speaker Usage in non-metro cities’. “The parents in smaller towns have realised that smart speakers can be a great tool in building their kid’s communication skills with proper diction and accent. The study also revealed that among those who are aware of smart speakers, Amazon Echo (with Alexa) had high awareness of 97%,” he revealed.

  • Samsung on Apple’s path, charger will not be available with this smartphone

    Apple had decided not to provide chargers and earphones with the iPhone 12 and at that time big companies like Xiaomi, OnePlus and Samsung made fun of Apple. Now it is news that Samsung is also following the path of Apple. According to the report, Samsung Galaxy S21 is now going to sell without charger in many countries. According to the report of xda developers, the sale of Galaxy S21 in Brazil will now be without charger, although this has not been confirmed by Samsung yet. If this happens, Samsung will be the second company after Apple to not provide a charger in the box with the phone.

    Let me tell you that Samsung had made fun of iPhone without charger on its Facebook page, but this post was later deleted. Now the Galaxy S21 has been seen in Brazil with no charger, but it has not yet been clear that in other countries also Samsung will sell the Galaxy S21 without charger or provide the charger together.

  • Apple introduced AirPods Max over-year headphones

    Apple finally introduced its latest AirPods Max Over-Year Noise Cancellation headphones on Tuesday. They are yet to be launched globally on December 15 with a price of $ 549. Apple has listed it on its Indian site and its price has been stated as Rs 59,900. The company will provide them with 5 color (silver, gray, blue, green, pink) options.

    For information, let us know that the company has brought them specifically for customers who do not like to use in-ear headphones (AirPods). Apple has claimed that even with the Nice Cancellation feature, AirPods Max gives 20 hours of battery backup, which is more than all its competitors. They have been specially designed to be used continuously for a long time.

    The special thing is that it also supports “Hey Siri” voice commands. They have been brought with the Quick Pairing feature, meaning that they are connected as soon as they are turned on with the iPhone. This time the company has also included Transparency Mode, that is, you will easily hear the voices around you while using them. If you use them on the pavement, you can easily hear the sounds of vehicles, the company has claimed.