1) Google could be forced to sell the Chrome browser and disconnect from Android:
According to Bloomberg, the US Department of Justice will ask a judge to force Google to divest its Chrome browser. The department may also propose additional measures aimed at artificial intelligence and Google's Android operating system. Judge Amit Mehta could also consider imposing data licensing requirements on the tech giant. If accepted, these proposals would represent unprecedented legal action against a major technology company.
This development follows an August ruling in which the court found Google guilty of violating antitrust laws by maintaining monopolistic control over the search and advertising markets. “After carefully considering and weighing the witness statements and evidence, the court reaches the following conclusion: Google is a monopolist and has acted as such to maintain its monopoly,” the ruling said.
Currently, Google Chrome leads the global browser market with a 65% share, while Apple's Safari lags behind with 21%, according to SimilarWeb's October 2024 data.
2) iPhone 17 Air may be equipped with a new camera module:
In an early report, The Information highlighted that the iPhone 17 Air could see a significant shift in camera placement, from the traditional left corner to a top-center position.
Over the years, Apple has maintained its signature corner placement for the camera in single-, dual-, and triple-camera setups, giving the devices a distinctive look compared to the competition. However, it is expected that the iPhone 17 Air will deviate from this, probably as a measure to accommodate the device's slim profile and ensure better weight distribution.
A recent video from Apple Track on YouTube has given us a better look at what the iPhone 17 Air could look like. According to the renders, the device is said to have a dual-camera setup, centered at the top of the back panel, with the LED flash placed directly below. However, this central positioning has raised eyebrows as it appears to compromise the phone's aesthetics, especially compared to previous rumors suggesting a single rear camera setup.
3) LLM Siri debuts with iOS 19:
After giving Siri a major overhaul with iOS 18 earlier this year, Apple now plans to develop a more conversational version of the voice assistant, similar to OpenAI's ChatGPT and Google's Gemini, according to a report from Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. The new Siri is said to use a more advanced large language model (LLM) that could potentially improve back-and-forth conversations and allow the voice assistant to handle advanced requests faster.
The new voice assistant, which will eventually replace the current Siri, is reportedly being called 'LLM Siri' by the people working on it. The new Siri overhaul will likely be announced as part of the iOS 19 and macOS 16 update, internally called Luck and Cheer, in 2025.
However, just like the upgraded Siri features in iOS 18, the new Siri isn't expected to be packed with iPhone 17 next year. Instead, the Cupertino-based tech giant plans to release the revamped digital assistant sometime in spring 2026 to be released, according to Gurman.
4) WhatsApp gets a new Voice Note Transcription feature:
WhatsApp has introduced a new transcription feature that allows users to read the contents of voice messages without having to listen to them. This new voice transcription feature is especially useful in noisy environments or during busy meetings. WhatsApp announced that the feature is rolling out globally today for both Android and iOS users and will be available to all users in the coming weeks.
WhatsApp does not provide details on whether the company uses AI to convert voice messages into text. However, Meta's messaging app has revealed that transcriptions are generated on the device itself, ensuring that voice messages remain end-to-end encrypted. This means that no one, including WhatsApp, can listen to the voice messages.
5) TRAI is taking important steps to combat spam calls:
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has taken several decisive steps to address the persistent problem of spam calls and text messages, reporting significant progress in reducing complaints and improving message traceability.
In a bid to tackle unauthorized promotional appeals, TRAI has issued guidelines on August 13, 2024 mandating strict action against violators. Sanctions include disconnection of telecom resources, blacklisting for up to two years and a ban on the allocation of new resources during this period.
According to the regulatory body, these measures have shown promising results, with complaints about spam calls steadily decreasing. Access providers reported 1.89 lakh complaints in August 2024, which fell to 1.63 lakh in September (a 13 per cent reduction) and further to 1.51 lakh in October (a 20 per cent reduction from August).
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Published: Nov 24, 2024 11:08 IST