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Is Apple Music Catching Up to Spotify with the New Free Trial?

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Is Apple Music Catching Up to Spotify with the New Free Trial?
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Apple Music is doing the same for Spotify at this moment by giving a free three-month trial to its new subscribers until September 23. This extended free trial would give users a full deal with all the features that Apple offers at no cost, unlike the previous one-month free trial. This offer is only available for first-time users.

You need to be a new subscriber to be eligible for the trial. Any existing users, whether they have access to Family plans or any other upgraded plans, are thus ruled out. You are also required to enroll using the Apple Music app on an iPhone, Mac, or iPad with the latest software.

Apple Music

Apple Music is differentiated from the others through its high-quality streams and well-maintained, mastered playlists. It combines editorial playlists with algorithmic ones. It offers audio of CD quality or even more excellent quality without additional charges for lossless streaming.

But it does come with boundaries on how far it can go. Apple Music is geared toward Apple devices, it’s also available on Android. Podcasts aren’t covered, and there isn’t a free version other than the trial.

Apple Music

Notice that after the trial is over, this service will renew at $11 per month. Be sure to cancel if you don’t want to go further. Begin your music campaign through Apple Music’s vast library during this most generous trial offer.

Here’s Why X chose to close the office in Brazil

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Here’s Why X chose to close the office in Brazil
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X has announced that X close its office in Brazil. The reason is, legal threats made against representatives of the company. One of the Supreme Court justices, Alexandre de Moraes, was reported to have threatened to arrest one of the legal representatives of X. This was after X refused to delete some of the content as ordered.

X chose to close the office in Brazil rather than abide by what it described as “censorship orders.” According to Reuters, this step was to protect its staff. Even with that, the X service will continue to be available in Brazil. However, the company is no longer willing to operate an office in that country.

Elon Musk, the owner of X, called de Moraes out publicly over his actions. Musk said that complying with the demands would require breaching several laws, including Brazilian and international laws. He added that the closure of the office in Brazil was a tough decision but one that was very necessary.

It also mentioned that its appeals to the Supreme Court fell on deaf ears. The company said that its staff in Brazil had no say over the blocking decisions. As opposed to pursuing the proper legal channels, however, de Moraes chose to threaten the staff.

This conflict marks a high point in the emerging tensions between X and the government of Brazil. The choice made by X to hold staff safety above compliance with local orders could have far-reaching implications for its global operations.

What’s Gemini New Features Update? Improved Functionality

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What’s Gemini New Features Update? Improved Functionality
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Very recently, it introduced a batch of new features in Gemini. The features included are a visual glow around its floating window. Now it will provide the facility so that the user can interact with it without opening the application. The glowing effect will make the chatbot viewable and accessible to all.

Now, it’s going to let the Gemini window expand to three-quarters of the screen. This adds much more immersion into the conversations while being able to keep your current app or screen in view. Those who want a full Gemini still have the ability through an icon in the top right corner of the window.

The update also allows users to drag and drop Gemini-created images directly into Google Messages and Gmail. The feature makes Gemini’s capabilities more accessible within daily communication apps, allowing the sharing and utilization of images created by the chatbot to be easier.

Gemini new features
Gemini new features

Finally, the “Ask about this video” feature on YouTube allows users to obtain summaries and ask questions about videos from within an app. This adds a whole new dimension to interaction with video content in a much more informative and interactive way. The new features will begin to go live in the coming weeks for all Gemini and Gemini Advanced users.

Here’s Why Google Messages No Longer Supports YouTube PiP

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Here’s Why Google Messages No Longer Supports YouTube PiP
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An unpopular removal was quietly made to Google Messages of its YouTube picture-in-picture feature. Added last year, this feature allowed users to view YouTube videos directly in the app, making it easier for users to keep watching videos without switching apps. Unfortunately, this functionality was killed in the last updates.

The APK teardown continues to note that all related code and text triggering the feature have been torn out. Now, when users tap a YouTube link, they’ll be redirected to the app instead of opening in a floating video. There’s no official word from Google Messages on this change yet, leaving users to speculate.

Google Messages

It is not known why the feature was removed. Maybe it was taken away because few people were using it. Anyway, there’s a new reason for YouTube lovers to get excited.

YouTube is currently testing a new mini-player that is movable and resizable on the screen. Only a few users have access to this feature, but it might provide greater flexibility while watching.

Here is Why OpenAI Bans Iranian Influence Operation

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Here is Why OpenAI Bans Iranian Influence Operation
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OpenAI has just detected and blocked accounts linked to an Iranian influence operation. It indicated that these accounts use ChatGPT as a means for generating topics on subjects such as the US presidential campaign and international issues. This “Iranian influence operation” had been connected to a group called Storm-2035. The said group is famous in the world for spreading misinformation.

OpenAI Bans Iranian Influence Operation

Storm-2035 has participated in running an influence operation targeting elections by creating “fake news.” Sharing occurred on social media and a phony website, as reported by OpenAI. The group created content regarding U.S. presidential candidates, including Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, Israel’s invasion of Gaza, and discussions about the Latinx community’s rights.

Furthermore, Storm-2035 produced content on Venezuelan politics and Scottish independence. Furthermore, this group created content on fashion and beauty-related topics. According to Axios, it is for the sake of seeming more real and building up a following. Anyway, despite such efforts, the group’s attempts didn’t gain ground.

OpenAI Bans Iranian Influence Operation

According to OpenAI, their posts from these accounts received less engagement, where most had no likes, shares, or comments. In the same light, articles on the web from these accounts were not very far shared. This lack of engagement suggests that the attempt was largely unsuccessful.

It reiterated OpenAI’s commitment to fighting foreign influence operations. It’s taking such efforts seriously, even if they don’t make a huge impact. OpenAI continues protecting the integrity of its services.

New Redmi Buds 6 Active: Top Features and Pricing Details

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New Redmi Buds 6 Active: Top Features and Pricing Details
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Xiaomi has launched its latest earbuds, the Redmi Buds 6 Active. The new earbuds come as a walkover upgrade over the previous Buds 4 Active, and the company has simply skipped Buds 5 Active. They get improved battery life and a more affordable price tag.

Buds 6 Active
Buds 6 Active

The Buds 6 Active comes with dynamic 14.2mm drivers. As much as they lack active noise cancellation, they duly feature wind noise cancellation for calls. You get five inbuilt EQ settings and miss full EQ customization, though. On the upside, you can summon your voice assistant with a touch-and-hold on the buds.

Buds 6 Active

The earbuds are connected via Bluetooth 5.4 and are Google Fast Pair compatible. Some other features included in the new goodies are spatial audio, supported but exclusively on Xiaomi 13/13T/14 series smartphones, that enhances the listening experience with compatible devices.

The batteries seem to work pretty well. I mean, the buds could last six hours just on a single charge. With the charging case, they will give up to 30 hours of total use, basically bringing out the extended life for long listening sessions.

Earbuds cost RM99 and come in four colors—with two having transparent covers. They are offered at a special price of RM69 until September 15, 2024.

Get Ready for the OnePlus Nord 4 Launch in Malaysia

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Get Ready for the OnePlus Nord 4 Launch in Malaysia
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The OnePlus Nord 4 has just been launched in India, but the company is still mum about the Malaysian release. Well, that may soon change as new developments indicate its impending release here. The Nord 4 has obtained SIRIM approval – a telltale sign of an imminent local launch.

the Nord 4

The Nord 4 was spotted in the SIRIM database a few days ago with the model number CPH2663. Now, the device has been listed on the Malaysian website of the brand in three color options, listing two configurations, 12GB+256GB and 16GB+512GB.

Coming to the specifications, the Nord 4 sports a 6.74-inch AMOLED panel with a resolution of 2772 x 1240 pixels, supporting refresh rate up to 120Hz and great brightness up to 2,150 nits. For the performance unit, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Plus Gen 3 chipset has been installed in this smartphone, and it receives an IP65 rating against dust and water.

the Nord 4

It sports a triple camera setup that features a 50MP primary sensor with OIS, complemented by an 8MP ultra-wide lens and a 16MP front selfie camera. The mobile phone also comes with other advanced AI photo editing features such as AI Best Face and AI Clear Face. Some other AI tools include AI Audio Summary and AI Note Summary.

the Nord 4

The Nord 4 is powered by a massive 5,500mAh battery with fast 100W charging. Taking into consideration the enhancement of performance and capacity, the device is certainly one of the top choices in the mid-range segment.

ASUS Announces Availability of ROG Ally X and New Laptops

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ASUS Announces Availability of ROG Ally X and New Laptops
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ASUS has just confirmed that its ROG Ally X and new laptops are now available. The pre-orders for these products started last month, but they have only been in the hands of consumers for a little while. The confirmation came in from the company’s official Facebook page.

ASUS ROG Ally X and new laptops

The ASUS ROG Ally X puts up with many of the criticisms of its inaugural model, packing an 80Wh battery for double the capacity. Also, it comes with 24GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 1TB of PCIe 4 storage. This handheld gaming device is aimed at a launch price of RM4,299.

ASUS ROG Ally X and new laptops

The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 gaming notebook is powered by an AMD Strix Point processor. This comes with a Ryzen AI HX 370 chip, accompanied by 32GB of LPDDR5X RAM and either 1TB or 2TB of PCIe 4 SSD storage. Depending on the storage, this comes with an Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 or 4070. The prices are RM11,499 and RM13,499.

ASUS ROG Ally X and new laptops

The last is the ASUS TUF Gaming A14, powered by a Ryzen AI HX 370 and an Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060. It also packs 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 1TB of PCIe 4 storage. The display is a 14″ WQXGA IPS with a refresh rate of 165Hz. This laptop costs RM7,599.

Everything You Need to Know About the Samsung Galaxy A06

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Everything You Need to Know About the Samsung Galaxy A06
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Not so long ago, Samsung launched the Galaxy A06 in Vietnam, and it is presented as an entrance into the entry-level market for the company. This new device comes fitted with a 6.7-inch LCD, slightly larger than that of the previous generation. It has a 720 x 1600 pixels resolution and a refresh rate of 90Hz. From the top, it features a small notch designed to accommodate an 8MP selfie camera.

Galaxy A06

Under the hood lies the MediaTek Helio G85 octa-core chipset. The front is equipped with a Mali-G52 MC2 GPU, up to 6GB of RAM, and up to 128GB of storage. The phone gets its power from a 5000mAh battery and offers support for 25W fast charging via USB-C.

Galaxy A06

In the photography department, it comes with a dual camera setup at the back: a 50MP primary camera and a 2MP depth sensor. Other features include a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, a loudspeaker, and a 3.5mm headphone jack on the Galaxy A06.

Galaxy A06

It runs with Android 14 and the latest Samsung One UI. For connectivity, it features dual-band WiFi and Bluetooth 5.3, however, there is no support for NFC. With a starting price of VND3,190,000 (~RM561) for the base model, the device was launched with 4GB + 64GB in Vietnam.

Notably, Samsung Malaysia recently listed a support page for the phone on its website, suggesting that the Galaxy A06 may finally be launched in Malaysia soon.

Instagram Tests New Rectangular Profile Grid Layout

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Instagram Tests New Rectangular Profile Grid Layout
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Instagram is currently testing a new display for a profile grid that features rectangular pictures. The company’s head, Adam Mosseri, announced the change recently in a story on Instagram. Until now, the Instagram grid is square. Its design was inherited from when it first started and could only upload square photos. With most of its uploads now being vertical—be it 4 x 3 images or 9 x 16 videos—the square is restrictive.

Currently, this video tab on Instagram is already in a rectangular grid. The new profile grid test mirrors this layout and now includes photo posts. A user posted an image of this test on Threads with a very similar design. The spokesperson from Instagram has confirmed that indeed the product is in a trial phase for a small number of users.

Instagram Profile Grid

The app has been working on this new layout since at least 2022, according to Alessandro Paluzzi. The test is ongoing, but not all users are pleased with this change. Mosseri shared his story in response to user concerns about losing the classic grid layout.

First, Instagram will collect feedback from its testing group, and then, based on the outcomes, it might even consider a larger rollout. What this app wants to do is strike a balance between modern functionality and what users want. Needless to say, the feedback is going to be instrumental in deciding whether the grid will become permanent or not, and when.

The move forms part of an attempt by the platform to adapt to the changing needs and preferences of users. This new layout will certainly be interesting to see how it works through use cases as the testing phase unfolds.

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