Articles by Sophie Webster
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HBO Faces a Lawsuit for Allegedly Sharing User Viewing History to Facebook
HBO has not responded to the lawsuit yet, but the lawsuit alleges that the company is a major advertiser of Facebook.
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UK Expands the Scope of the Online Safety Bill, to Include Scam Ads
The Online Safety Bill will target terrorists, trolls, cyberbullies, racists, and more. The Online Safety Bill drafted by the government of the United Kingdom will be extended, and this time it will include scam ads after the pressure from campaigners.
Google is Acquiring Security Firm Mandiant to Expand its Security
Google said that the deal will be completed before 2022 ends. On Feb. 8, Google announced that it has bought the private cybersecurity firm Mandiant for $5.
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Apple's Upgraded 30W Charger is Constructed With Gallium Nitride That Produces Less Heat
The gallium nitride lets you charge your phone without having to worry about overheating. Apple is set to release a new 30W charger before 2022 ends. The difference with this new charger is that Apple will use gallium nitride or GaN in its construction.
Hackers Backed by the Chinese Government Has Compromised the Computer System of 6 US States
According to Mandiant, the Chinese hackers compromised the systems of 6 states from May 2021 to December 2021.
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Apple Allegedly Plans to Release Mac Studio and Studio Display; What Are These?
Mac Studio has been rumored to be revealed this year for weeks now, and experts reported that fans can expect it during today's event.
Microsoft Edge's Secret Surfing Game: How to Access and Play It
If you do not have any internet service, you can pass time via the secret surfing game on Microsoft, here's how to access it.
NASA Rover's Mars Trip Delayed, When Will the Next Launch Be?
The upcoming ExoMars was delayed twice, and now the public are wondering when the launch will happen.
Apple Peek Performance Event May Reveal 3rd Gen iPhone SE with 5G
Apple's Peek Performance Event is the first event of the tech giant for 2022. Apple's first livestream event of the year is scheduled on Mar.
Hulu Loses NBC Deal as Network Focuses on Peacock
Hulu will lose "Saturday Night Live, " "The Voice" and other live NBC shows. Hulu confirms that NBCUniversal will be withdrawing its streaming rights on the platform in order to concentrate on its own streaming service, Peacock.
Scientists to Use DNA to Store Humanity's Data
In order to keep all of humanity's files, a larger database is needed, and scientists chose our DNA.
Heardle is the Music Version of Wordle as it Lets You Name a Tune in Six Tries
Heardle contains music from the last 10 years, and they are randomly chosen by the app. Wordle is one of the most popular games right now. It focuses on lore, geography, and even NSFW.
YouTube is Offering $50,000 to Creators and $300,000 to Podcast Networks as it Continues to Compete with Spotify
Youtube is looking for ways to compete with Spotify, Apple, and Amazon as the platform dives into the world of podcasts.
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Apple Releases Update to Safari Technology Preview, Includes App Improvements and Patches
Safari Technology Preview lets you see the upcoming updates on macOS, here's how to get the update.
US Surgeon General Wants Tech Companies to Reveal Sources of COVID Misinformation for Public Safety
As COVID-19 misinformation continues to spread, US Surgeon General Dr. Murthy wants tech companies to provide their data about how it happened.
Google Play System Update Includes Faster Wait Time for Downloading Apps and Better App Discovery
Google is continously updating its services and fixing bugs, and this month several Google services will get an update.
Spotify's Swipe to Queue Feature Now Available on Android
The gesture makes it easier to go from one track to another, and this is now a feature that Android users can enjoy.
Verizon to Launch a Hub that Will Include Netflix, Peloton, Disney+ and Other Subscriptions
Verizon Plus Play will also make it easier to trace how much each service bills you. Verizon announced that it is launching a new platform together with Netflix, Disney+, and other streaming services.
Russia's Roscosmos Issues Response to Sanctions, Says They Will No Longer Sell Rocket Engines to the US
Roscosmos confirmed that it will no longer sell rocket engines to the US in response to sanctions placed on the country.
Spotify Closes Offices in Russia But Will Keep Services Running
The streaming service said that they want to protect their employees in the country as the situation escalates.
Polestar Unveiles Convertible EV with Integrated Drone, Polestar OS
Polestar revealed that the new vehicle is like a sports car that mixes open top driving and electric mobility.
Google Chrome Dinosaur: How to Play the Runner Game
Google lets you play a game while waiting for your internet connection to stabilize. Google Chrome shows a "No Internet" error message when you do not have any internet connection whle you are trying to search online.
Windows PC 2022: How to Properly Shutdown Your PC
Windows PC needs to restart from time to time to refresh the OS, here's how to do it properly. Sometimes, after using your computer for so long, you need to shut it down to refresh the settings.
Amazon to Close 68 of its Physical Stores as it Focuses on is Grocery and Fashion Items
The retail giant added that it would focus on fashion and grocery, such as its Just Walk Out and Amazon Style technology.
Walmart's Virtual Clothing Try-On to Show You Through Simulation What You'll Look Like Wearing an Item
Walmart acquired Zeekit last year, allowing the retail giant to built is own clothing try-on. In 2021, Walmart announced its acquisition of Zeekit, a virtual clothing try-on startup.
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Google Temporarily Deactivates the Editing Option on Maps of Ukraine, Russia and Belarus
Google said that the edited pins on the Maps were used by the Russian military in its airstrikes. Google announced that users would no longer be able to edit Maps in Ukraine, Russia, and Belarus.
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Netflix Acquires Next Games for $72 Million to Expand its Internal Game Studio Capabilities.
Netflix and Next Games have partnered up for mobile games like "Stranger Things" and "Walking Dead."
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Apple Maps Expands Accident, Hazards and Speed Check Feature to France
Apple has been rolling out its new feature from the US, China, Germany, and France. The Apple Maps feature reports accidents and hazards on the road. This feature was added in the iOS 14.
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra Shortcut: How to Take Notes Without Unlocking Your Phone
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra users can be used even without unlocking your smartphone. Here's how to do it.
Discord 2022: How to Change the "About Me" Section
Discord users can share some personal information about them via the "About Me" page, here's how to do it.
