U.S. Government Urges Federal Employees: Update Your Galaxy Phone or Face Device Suspension
August 19, 2024 – The U.S. government has recently issued an urgent notice, instructing federal employees to update their Samsung Galaxy smartphone systems by August 28th, or face a ban on using these devices for official purposes. This directive comes as a followup to a similar action in July, which targeted Pixel smartphone users. The…
Elon Musk Statue Makes Surprise Appearance in Texas, Transported by Tesla Cybertruck
August 19, 2024 – Last weekend, a Tesla Cybertruck was spotted in Texas towing a trailer carrying a statue of Elon Musk. The specific purpose of the statue remains unclear at this time. On Sunday, X user S.E. Robinson Jr. shared a video recorded by Sandra Helena Garcia in Brownsville, Texas. The video featured the…
Hon Hai to Collaborate with Apple on Desktop Robot Production, Leveraging Its Mass Production Experience of Related Components
August 19, 2024 – According to a supply chain rumor reported by the Taiwanese media outlet Economic Daily News, Foxconn Group’s casing manufacturer, Foxconn Precision, has been included in Apple’s robot supply chain partnership list due to its experience in mass-producing robot-related components. The collaboration aims to tap into the vast opportunities presented by the…
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Series Lens Rings Revealed: Introducing the New ‘Desert Titanium’ Color
August 19, 2024 – Recent insights from Majin Bu, a notorious leaker, have unveiled a tantalizing glimpse of the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max’s camera lens rings, seemingly confirming their color palette and divulging additional details about the novel “Desert Titanium” finish. According to the leaker, the new “Desert Titanium” hue leans…
Apple’s iPhone 16 Pro Max to Feature New Bronze Color Variant
August 17, 2024 – According to a tweet posted by Sonny Dickson on X platform yesterday (August 16th), photos of the iPhone 16 Pro Max dummy model were shared, revealing a notable addition: a new bronze color option. Currently, the iPhone 15 Pro Max, as listed on Apple’s official Chinese website, offers four color variants:…
Tesla Cybertruck’s New Avatar: Armored Version Resists 14.5mm Bullets
August 17, 2024 – According to a recent report by Electrek, a collaboration between Tesla tuning house Unplugged Performance and defense company Archimedes Defense has resulted in a new line of Cybertruck-based “armored vehicles” aimed at both military, government, and civilian users. Dubbed “STING,” this series is tailored for individuals who demand the highest standards…
Samsung Unveils Galaxy A06: Featuring MediaTek Helio G85 Chip and 6.7-inch 90Hz Display
August 17, 2024 – According to a report by GizmoChina on August 16th, Samsung has officially unveiled its new Galaxy A06 smartphone, featuring several upgrades compared to its predecessor, the Galaxy A05. One of the most notable improvements is the increase in screen refresh rate to 90Hz on its 6.7-inch display, providing a smoother visual…
Rivian Halts Production of Amazon Delivery Vans Due to Component Shortage
August 17, 2024 – According to a report by electrek, Rivian, the emerging American automobile manufacturer, has halted the production of its electric delivery vehicles (EDVs) at its Illinois plant due to a shortage of components. A company spokesperson confirmed this news on Friday. Rivian produces EDVs for its largest investor, Amazon, which ordered 100,000…
Microsoft Azure to Mandate Multi-Factor Authentication from October
August 17, 2024 – Microsoft announced yesterday that it will be mandating multi-factor authentication (MFA) from October onwards, as a security measure aimed at reducing the vulnerability of accounts to breaches. According to Microsoft, MFA has been proven to thwart over 99.2% of account breach attempts, hence the decision to make it compulsory. The implementation…
AI-Generated Musk Dupes Elderly American Out of $700,000 in Fake Ad Scam
August 16, 2024 – According to a report by The New York Times on the 14th, Elon Musk’s image has been used in thousands of fake advertisements through AI-generated “deepfakes,” resulting in billions of dollars in fraud. The report highlights the story of Steve Beauchamp, an 82-year-old retiree, who fell victim to this scam. Seeking…