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iOS 18 to Enhance User Experience with Advanced AI Features in Siri and Spotlight
Apple is gearing up to significantly enhance the capabilities of its operating systems with a slew of advanced artificial intelligence features, targeting major improvements in user interactivity and productivity. Sources from AppleInsider have detailed upcoming enhancements in iOS 18, particularly focusing on AI-driven functionalities within Siri, Spotlight Search, and integration across key applications like Messages, Mail, Safari, Calendar, and Reminders. 
Apple is gearing up to significantly enhance the capabilities of its operating systems with a slew of advanced artificial intelligence features, targeting major improvements in user interactivity and productivity. Sources from AppleInsider have detailed upcoming enhancements in iOS 18, particularly focusing on AI-driven functionalities within Siri, Spotlight Search, and integration across key applications like Messages, Mail, Safari, Calendar, and Reminders. -
Huawei Covertly Funds US Research Through Independent Foundation, Awarding Millions in Prizes - Report
Huawei Technologies Co., the Chinese telecommunications giant under US sanctions, has been secretly funding cutting-edge research at American universities, including Harvard, through an independent Washington-based foundation, according to a report by Bloomberg News. 
Huawei Technologies Co., the Chinese telecommunications giant under US sanctions, has been secretly funding cutting-edge research at American universities, including Harvard, through an independent Washington-based foundation, according to a report by Bloomberg News. -
Qualcomm Sees Surge in Demand for AI Chips as Chinese Smartphone Market Rebounds
Qualcomm Inc. is witnessing a significant rebound in its fortunes, driven by a resurgence in the Chinese smartphone market and an increasing demand for AI capabilities. On Wednesday, the San Diego-based chipmaker reported a substantial 40% increase in sales to Chinese smartphone manufacturers in the first half of its fiscal year, signaling a recovery from a two-year market slump. 
Qualcomm Inc. is witnessing a significant rebound in its fortunes, driven by a resurgence in the Chinese smartphone market and an increasing demand for AI capabilities. On Wednesday, the San Diego-based chipmaker reported a substantial 40% increase in sales to Chinese smartphone manufacturers in the first half of its fiscal year, signaling a recovery from a two-year market slump. -
Google Paid Apple $20 Billion in 2022 to Remain Default Safari Search Engine, Court Documents Reveal
Newly unsealed court documents in the U.S. Department of Justice's antitrust lawsuit against Google have revealed that Alphabet Inc. paid Apple Inc. a staggering $20 billion in 2022 to maintain its position as the default search engine in the Safari browser. The deal between the two tech giants is a central focus of the landmark case, in which antitrust enforcers allege that Google has illegally monopolized the market for online search and related advertising. 
Newly unsealed court documents in the U.S. Department of Justice's antitrust lawsuit against Google have revealed that Alphabet Inc. paid Apple Inc. a staggering $20 billion in 2022 to maintain its position as the default search engine in the Safari browser. The deal between the two tech giants is a central focus of the landmark case, in which antitrust enforcers allege that Google has illegally monopolized the market for online search and related advertising. -
iPhone 16 Leaks Reveal Bigger Displays, Enhanced AI Features, and Upgraded Cameras
As Apple gears up for the launch of its highly anticipated iPhone 16 lineup, rumours and leaks about the upcoming smartphones are gathering pace. Despite the iPhone 15 series being released just seven months ago, the tech giant appears to be focusing on delivering a more significant upgrade with the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max, which are expected to launch in September. 
As Apple gears up for the launch of its highly anticipated iPhone 16 lineup, rumours and leaks about the upcoming smartphones are gathering pace. Despite the iPhone 15 series being released just seven months ago, the tech giant appears to be focusing on delivering a more significant upgrade with the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max, which are expected to launch in September. -
iPhone 16 Dummy Units Reveal Larger Screen Sizes for Pro Models and Vertical Camera Arrangement for Base Models
A recent leak of iPhone 16 dummy units has provided a glimpse into the potential changes Apple has in store for its upcoming smartphone lineup. The image, shared by leaker Sonny Dickson, showcases all four expected models: the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max, with their respective screen sizes clearly labeled above each device. 
A recent leak of iPhone 16 dummy units has provided a glimpse into the potential changes Apple has in store for its upcoming smartphone lineup. The image, shared by leaker Sonny Dickson, showcases all four expected models: the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max, with their respective screen sizes clearly labeled above each device. -
BYD Faces Stiff Competition and Slowing Sales in Q1 Amid Price War Challenges
Chinese electric vehicle (EV) giant BYD has reported a significant slowdown in its financial performance for the first quarter of 2024, revealing the impact of ongoing price wars and cooling demand in the world's largest auto market. The company's latest earnings illustrate a challenging period marked by a steep drop in quarterly profit growth and a reduction in revenue compared to previous quarters. 
Chinese electric vehicle (EV) giant BYD has reported a significant slowdown in its financial performance for the first quarter of 2024, revealing the impact of ongoing price wars and cooling demand in the world's largest auto market. The company's latest earnings illustrate a challenging period marked by a steep drop in quarterly profit growth and a reduction in revenue compared to previous quarters. -
Elon Musk Meets with Chinese Premier Li Qiang, Discussing Tesla's Success and Future Cooperation
Tesla founder and CEO Elon Musk met with Chinese Premier Li Qiang in Beijing on Sunday, just as the nation's carmakers showcase their latest electric vehicle (EV) models at the ongoing Beijing auto show. The meeting, which was not announced in advance, comes as Tesla faces increasing competition from Chinese automakers in the world's largest automobile market. 
Tesla founder and CEO Elon Musk met with Chinese Premier Li Qiang in Beijing on Sunday, just as the nation's carmakers showcase their latest electric vehicle (EV) models at the ongoing Beijing auto show. The meeting, which was not announced in advance, comes as Tesla faces increasing competition from Chinese automakers in the world's largest automobile market. -
Alphabet Achieves $2 Trillion Valuation and Declares First Dividend Amidst Surging Shares
Alphabet, the parent company of Google, has achieved a significant milestone, reaching a market valuation of over $2 trillion. This achievement comes on the heels of the company's announcement of its first-ever dividend and a substantial $70 billion stock buyback plan. The news propelled Alphabet's shares up by 10% in early trading on Friday, marking the most substantial surge since a 16% jump in July 2015. 
Alphabet, the parent company of Google, has achieved a significant milestone, reaching a market valuation of over $2 trillion. This achievement comes on the heels of the company's announcement of its first-ever dividend and a substantial $70 billion stock buyback plan. The news propelled Alphabet's shares up by 10% in early trading on Friday, marking the most substantial surge since a 16% jump in July 2015. -
ByteDance Prefers TikTok Shutdown Over Sale if Legal Battles Fail: Report
ByteDance, the Chinese parent company of the popular short-form video app TikTok, would rather shut down the platform in the United States than sell it if the company exhausts all legal options to fight legislation banning the app from U.S. app stores, according to four sources close to the company. 
ByteDance, the Chinese parent company of the popular short-form video app TikTok, would rather shut down the platform in the United States than sell it if the company exhausts all legal options to fight legislation banning the app from U.S. app stores, according to four sources close to the company.
