Tech Repository: December 2022

Saturday, December 31, 2022

Apple rumored to be planning larger OLED iPad Pros for 2024

We last got an iPad Pro refresh in October 2022, when the premium 11-inch and 12.9-inch slates were updated with the Apple M2 processor. A...

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Thursday, December 29, 2022

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Twitter in data-protection probe after '400 million' user details up for sale

Frank Weeze 8:15 AM 0 Comments

Politicians and celebrities are said to be affected but the scale of the data breach is unverified. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/tech...

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Wednesday, December 28, 2022

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Ukraine was ‘sea change' for spies – GCHQ head

Frank Weeze 9:14 PM 0 Comments

Sir Jeremy Fleming interviews head of US intelligence agency as guest editor of Radio 4's Today programme. source https://www.bbc.co.u...

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Royal Mail hit by post-Christmas online outage

Frank Weeze 6:13 AM 0 Comments

Problems emerge on the website and app on the first day of regular post following the festive period. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/te...

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The iPad mini 7 is rumored to be on the way – but might not arrive until 2024

Frank Weeze 2:49 AM 0 Comments

What with the iPad mini 6 launching in September 2021, it would be reasonable to expect a follow-up appearing in September 2022 – but of c...

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TikTok: Welsh speakers use social media to teach others

Frank Weeze 2:14 AM 0 Comments

Meet the social media influencers sharing their love of the Welsh language to new audiences. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-64...

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Apple and Tesla: Tech shares tumble amid supply issues

Frank Weeze 1:13 AM 0 Comments

Both companies have suffered major losses over concerns about supply chain hiccups in China. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-64...

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Friday, December 23, 2022

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Meta settles Cambridge Analytica scandal case for $725m

Frank Weeze 6:13 AM 0 Comments

The proposed deal by Facebook's owner is the largest in a US data privacy class action, say lawyers. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news...

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Thursday, December 22, 2022

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FTX boss Sam Bankman-Fried arrives in US to face charges

Frank Weeze 10:14 AM 0 Comments

Two ex-associates plead guilty as the former "King of Crypto" is extradited from the Bahamas. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/...

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Amazon could be blamed for fake Louboutin shoe ads - EU

Frank Weeze 9:14 AM 0 Comments

Top EU court says Amazon could be held responsible for third-party sales of fake Louboutin shoes. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/techno...

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Wednesday, December 21, 2022

mobile-computing

Could 2023 finally be the year of the color Kindle?

Frank Weeze 7:49 PM 0 Comments

Color ereaders aren't new, we've had a fair few come through from smaller players in the ereader market, particularly from Chinese ...

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Former FTX boss Sam Bankman-Fried agrees to be extradited to US, says lawyer

Frank Weeze 10:25 AM 0 Comments

Sam Bankman-Fried has agreed to be taken from the Bahamas to the US to face fraud charges. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-64...

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Eufy publicly acknowledges some parts of its “No clouds” controversy

Frank Weeze 9:27 AM 0 Comments

Enlarge / Eufy's security arm has publicly addressed some of the most important claims about the company's local-focused systems...

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Guardian newspaper hit by suspected ransomware attack

Frank Weeze 9:17 AM 0 Comments

The paper says its IT network is being affected by a "serious incident" and staff are working from home. source https://www.bbc....

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Netflix password sharing may be illegal, says UK government

Frank Weeze 5:19 AM 0 Comments

The Intellectual Property Office said the practice might break criminal and civil law. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-640032...

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Tuesday, December 20, 2022

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Elon Musk to quit as Twitter CEO when replacement found

Frank Weeze 6:15 PM 0 Comments

Elon Musk says he will resign as soon as he finds someone "foolish enough" to take over the job. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/ne...

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Major League Soccer announces 2023 season schedule

Frank Weeze 11:11 AM 0 Comments

Every MLS match to air live on MLS Season Pass, the unprecedented streaming service on the Apple TV app launching February 1.

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Elon Musk: Only blue tick users to vote in Twitter polls on policy

Frank Weeze 6:15 AM 0 Comments

The billionaire says he will change the policy on Twitter votes after users say he should step down. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/bus...

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Lionel Messi World Cup Instagram post is most-liked ever

Frank Weeze 5:15 AM 0 Comments

The Argentine footballer has picked up more than 57 million likes for his collection of photos. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technolo...

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Monday, December 19, 2022

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Will Elon Musk's ultimatum cost him Twitter?

Frank Weeze 10:22 AM 0 Comments

The BBC's technology editor Zoe Kleinman looks at the future of Musk and Twitter. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-6400323...

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Fortnite settles child privacy and trickery claims

Frank Weeze 9:24 AM 0 Comments

Epic Games pays $520m over claims it violated child privacy laws and tricked players into making purchases. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/n...

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Sunday, December 18, 2022

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Elon Musk asks Twitter poll if he should stay as boss

Frank Weeze 11:14 PM 0 Comments

Elon Musk says he would "abide by the results" if social media users vote for him to step down. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/new...

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Singapore's crypto ambitions shaken by FTX collapse

Frank Weeze 5:17 AM 0 Comments

Users call for more regulation after state fund writes off investment in fallen cryptocurrency exchange. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news...

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Friday, December 16, 2022

Tech News

Why is Elon Musk spending his time on Twitter, not on the mission to Mars?

Frank Weeze 6:21 PM 0 Comments

Friends and colleagues say his plans may be hard to predict, but they wouldn't bet against him. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/tech...

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The all-new iPad Pro crashes to a record-low price – and arrives before Christmas

Frank Weeze 9:54 AM 0 Comments

If you're searching for a stellar iPad deal that also arrives in time Christmas, we've just spotted Apple's all-new iPad Pro do...

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Twitter blocks users from sharing Mastodon links

Frank Weeze 5:13 AM 0 Comments

The social media giant has also suspended the Twitter account of its new rival. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-63999452?at_m...

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US-China chip war: How the technology dispute is playing out

Frank Weeze 1:15 AM 0 Comments

Washington announced some of the broadest export controls on chipmakers in October. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63995570?at...

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Thursday, December 15, 2022

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Twitter bans some journalists who cover Elon Musk

Frank Weeze 8:16 PM 0 Comments

Some reporters for the New York Times, CNN and Washington Post have had their accounts suspended. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-...

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Former US President Donald Trump launches $99 NFT collection

Frank Weeze 8:16 PM 0 Comments

They depict the former US president in various guises including a superhero, astronaut and Nascar driver. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/new...

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Skilled tech workers snapped up despite downturn

Frank Weeze 5:14 PM 0 Comments

For those with experience in AI, automation and cloud computing the tech downturn is not a big problem. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/...

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Ofcom report shows growing 5G coverage

Frank Weeze 9:14 AM 0 Comments

One in five mobile phones is now capable of using 5G, but some consumers say speed is disappointing. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/tec...

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TikTok tests landscape videos in major shake-up

Frank Weeze 8:20 AM 0 Comments

The world's fastest-growing social media platform has become known globally for its vertical format. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news...

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Wednesday, December 14, 2022

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Social media influencers charged with $100m stock scheme

Frank Weeze 10:19 PM 0 Comments

The defendants allegedly used their platforms to hype stocks before selling them off once the prices rose. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/ne...

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New bill would ban TikTok in the US but it faces long odds

Frank Weeze 10:19 PM 0 Comments

TikTok, owned by Chinese firm ByteDance, has called the effort "politically motivated". source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/busine...

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Elon Musk sells $3.6bn of shares in electric car maker Tesla

Frank Weeze 8:14 PM 0 Comments

The sale brings the total of Tesla stocks sold by Mr Musk over the past year to almost $40bn. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-6...

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Twitter suspends @ElonJet account tracking Elon Musk's jet

Frank Weeze 5:21 PM 0 Comments

Twitter owner Elon Musk's critics say the suspension contradicts his avowed commitment to free speech. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/ne...

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Tuesday, December 13, 2022

Tech News

Meta sued for $2bn over Ethiopia violence

Frank Weeze 8:17 PM 0 Comments

The case also seeks changes to Facebook’s algorithm, which it alleges fuels hate and violence source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology...

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From Bitcoin to blockchain: Key cryptocurrency terms and what they mean

Frank Weeze 5:13 PM 0 Comments

As cryptocurrency makes headlines once again, here's a look at the main concepts and what they mean. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news...

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Nvidia RTX 4090 GPU spotted with new Raptor Lake CPU in gaming laptop

Frank Weeze 11:01 AM 0 Comments

Nvidia’s RTX 4090 laptop GPU has been spotted in an HP Omen gaming notebook, along with a raft of other Lovelace mobile graphics cards, pl...

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Apple launches Freeform: a powerful new app designed for creative collaboration

Frank Weeze 10:20 AM 0 Comments

Freeform for iPhone, iPad, and Mac makes visual collaboration easier than ever.

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Charities dismay as Twitter disbands safety group

Frank Weeze 8:15 AM 0 Comments

The Trust and Safety Council advised on how Twitter tackled hate speech, child abuse and self-harm. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/tech...

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Andrew Tate: 'I fear online influencer radicalised my son'

Frank Weeze 5:17 AM 0 Comments

After an incident at school, Jane is worried how Andrew Tate's views are affecting her 15-year-old. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/...

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Monday, December 12, 2022

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FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried arrested in Bahamas

Frank Weeze 5:13 PM 0 Comments

FTX filed for bankruptcy last month, leaving many unable to withdraw their funds from the cryptocurrency exchange. source https://www.bbc....

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December 2024 set as date for universal phone charger in EU

Frank Weeze 6:15 AM 0 Comments

New portable electronic devices sold in the EU will have to use a USB Type-C charger by autumn 2024. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/tec...

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S Korea says crypto-fugitive Do Kwon is in Serbia

Frank Weeze 12:13 AM 0 Comments

Mr Kwon was charged with fraud and breaches of capital markets law after the implosion of the token. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/bus...

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Sunday, December 11, 2022

Tech News

Twitter's paid blue tick re-launches after pause

Frank Weeze 9:13 PM 0 Comments

Twitter will once again offer a blue tick badge and additional features for a monthly fee. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-63...

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Friday, December 9, 2022

Tech News

Elton John quits Twitter blaming change in misinformation policy

Frank Weeze 7:13 PM 0 Comments

The website recently rolled back a policy aimed at tackling the spread of Covid falsehoods. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-63925416?...

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After the hype plant-based proteins face leaner times

Frank Weeze 4:18 PM 0 Comments

Booming just a few years ago, the market for plant-based proteins is going through a tough patch. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/busine...

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Game Awards: Elden Ring and God of War: Ragnarok are big winners

Frank Weeze 4:18 AM 0 Comments

A star-studded ceremony in Los Angeles sees dark fantasy Elden Ring win the night's biggest prize. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/e...

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US seeks to block Microsoft from £56bn gaming deal

Frank Weeze 3:17 AM 0 Comments

Microsoft said it would fight to buy Activision Blizzard, the studio behind games such as Call of Duty. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/...

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Fired Twitter cleaning staff 'treated like garbage'

Frank Weeze 12:13 AM 0 Comments

One of them told the BBC a member of Elon Musk's team said their jobs would be replaced by robots. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/t...

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Thursday, December 8, 2022

Tech News

How to check if your Instagram posts are being hidden

Frank Weeze 10:27 AM 0 Comments

Instagram unveils a new tool that will allow users to see if they have been shadow banned. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-63...

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Future MacBook Pros could ditch the keyboard in favor of a big foldable screen

Frank Weeze 10:05 AM 0 Comments

Apple is working on a 20-inch foldable display, one that could be the shape of a future MacBook Pro to come. This is going by a report fr...

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Across the globe, Apple and its teams find new ways to give

Frank Weeze 6:13 AM 0 Comments

This year, in communities around the world, Apple and its team members contributed to local organizations and global causes in extraordinary...

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Wednesday, December 7, 2022

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Sunny Balwani: Former Theranos executive gets nearly 13 years in prison

Frank Weeze 9:16 PM 0 Comments

Second-in-command Sunny Balwani receives a heavier sentence than the start-up's founder Elizabeth Holmes. source https://www.bbc.co.uk...

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Elon Musk turns Twitter into 'hotel' for staff

Frank Weeze 7:14 PM 0 Comments

One photo shows a double room with wardrobe and slippers, as Elon Musk seeks to instil a "hardcore" work culture. source https:/...

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Apple advances user security with powerful new data protections

Frank Weeze 10:16 AM 0 Comments

iMessage Contact Key Verification, Security Keys, and Advanced Data Protection for iCloud provide users important new tools to protect data....

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Elon Musk rejects concerns over beds at Twitter HQ

Frank Weeze 7:13 AM 0 Comments

The billionaire has previously told workers to commit to long hours or leave. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-63872987?at_med...

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Nintendo lands Call of Duty in 10-year Microsoft deal

Frank Weeze 5:14 AM 0 Comments

Microsoft says it has offered the same deal to Sony, with Call of Duty also continuing to appear on PCs. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news...

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Tech layoffs at Meta, Twitter, Amazon: The good people helping Indians find jobs

Frank Weeze 2:13 AM 0 Comments

Tech workers are rallying together to help peers who face having to leave the US after being laid off. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/w...

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Tuesday, December 6, 2022

Apple announces biggest upgrade to App Store pricing, adding 700 new price points

Frank Weeze 10:25 AM 0 Comments

Apple today announced the most comprehensive upgrade to pricing capabilities since the App Store first launched.

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Apple to allow Mac and iPhone owners in Europe to repair their own devices

Frank Weeze 10:02 AM 0 Comments

Apple has announced the expansion of its Self Service Repair scheme to Europe, including the UK. The Self Service Repair program has only...

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Apple introduces Apple Music Sing

Frank Weeze 7:19 AM 0 Comments

Apple Music Sing is an exciting new feature that allows users to sing along to their favorite songs with real-time lyrics and adjustable voc...

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Apple self-repair service comes to UK

Frank Weeze 2:13 AM 0 Comments

The tech giant warned that if a repair goes wrong, the device's warranty will no longer be valid. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/te...

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Apple launches Self Service Repair in Europe

Frank Weeze 1:13 AM 0 Comments

Customers in Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Poland, Spain, Sweden, and the UK can purchase genuine Apple parts and tools.

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Monday, December 5, 2022

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Meta threatens to remove US news content if new law passes

Frank Weeze 8:17 PM 0 Comments

Facebook's parent company says it will pull news from the platform in the US if a new media law passes. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/n...

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Apple finally stumps up cash for MacBook customers hit by butterfly keyboard problems

Frank Weeze 1:16 PM 0 Comments

Do you own a MacBook with a butterfly keyboard which required a repair? Well, you might be able to claim some money as part of a settlemen...

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Covid restrictions hit iPhone maker Foxconn

Frank Weeze 7:15 AM 0 Comments

The electronics manufacturer says its revenue in November is down 11% compared to the same month in 2021. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/new...

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Sunday, December 4, 2022

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Meta, Amazon, Twitter layoffs: 'Tech layoffs will not destroy our American dreams'

Frank Weeze 5:14 PM 0 Comments

Surbhi Gupta, who was laid off in the US, on the uncertainties she and other visa holders are dealing with. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/n...

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Saturday, December 3, 2022

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Google opens its first UK centre making tech for disabled people

Frank Weeze 6:13 PM 0 Comments

The tech giant will do the work at a new site in London, the first of its kind outside the US. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technolog...

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Callisto Protocol: Gory new game pushes horror to new limits

Frank Weeze 6:13 PM 0 Comments

The Callisto Protocol has been cancelled in Japan for being too gruesome but its makers are unapologetic. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/new...

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Kate Winslet: Parents feel powerless over children's social media use

Frank Weeze 9:15 AM 0 Comments

The actress tells the BBC ministers should make firms enforce strict age limits on their platforms. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/ente...

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Friday, December 2, 2022

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'Merry Christmas': 30 years of the text message

Frank Weeze 6:14 PM 0 Comments

In December 1992, the first SMS text message was sent to a mobile phone by an engineer in Berkshire. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/tec...

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No more airplane mode? EU to allow calls on flights

Frank Weeze 6:14 AM 0 Comments

EU airlines will be able to install equipment that lets them provide 5G on board planes by June 2023. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/te...

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Thursday, December 1, 2022

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'5G makes my phone pretty worthless'

Frank Weeze 10:18 PM 0 Comments

Some users are finding the next generation of mobile internet slow and patchy, three years after it launched. source https://www.bbc.co.uk...

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Kanye West no longer to buy Parler social media platform

Frank Weeze 8:14 PM 0 Comments

The rapper has repeatedly made anti-Semitic remarks, alienating business partners and fans. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-638...

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Russian mercenary videos 'top 1bn views' on TikTok

Frank Weeze 9:35 AM 0 Comments

The platform is said to be hosting hundreds of videos that celebrate the Russian Wagner group. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-eur...

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Elon Musk's Starlink to help strengthen internet in remote UK places

Frank Weeze 3:14 AM 0 Comments

World’s richest man’s company is involved in a trial to get isolated areas of the UK connected to the internet. source https://www.bbc.co....

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