Apple will allow app sideloading and alternate app stores on iPhones in the EU
Apple has announced it is making significant changes to iOS, App Store, and other services in the EU to comply with the new Digital Markets Act (DMA). DMA requires companies with more than 45 million monthly active users and a 75 billion-euro market capitalization to make their apps compatible with those of rivals.
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The FTC is investigating Microsoft, Amazon and Alphabet’s investments into OpenAI and Anthropic
Google and Amazon invested in Anthropic, while Microsoft has a close financial relationship with OpenAI. The FTC sent letters to the companies requiring them to explain the impact these investments have on the competitive market of generative AI.
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WhatsApp on iOS will add suport for Passkeys
Passkeys will allow users to unlock their account using either their face, fingerprint, or a PIN. This feature is under development for both iOS and Android.
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The Google Pixel 8 Pro can now measure the body temperature
The FDA has certified the Pixel 8 Pro temperature sensor and thermometer app as “Body Temperature Sensing Software”. Users can simply open the app and scan a person’s forehead. The results can also be saved on the Fitbit profile.
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New products
Realme GT Neo 6
Realme GT Neo 6 will have an OLED screen, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor and 24GB of RAM. It will be launched in the following month.
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Infinix Smart 8 Pro
The phone has a 6.6-inch HD+ screen, MediaTek Helio G36 processor, 4 GB or 8 GB of RAM and up to 256 GB of storage. It comes with a 5,000mAh battery.
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