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Google Announces New Bard Features in Bid to Close Gap with ChatGPT Tech Nova In an effort to bridge the popularity divide with ChatGPT, Google announced a significant expansion of capabilities for its generative artificial intelligence, Bard. Among the key enhancements, Bard will soon be empowered to fact-check its responses and analyze users' personal Google data, marking a pivotal step forward in its evolution. The emergence of ChatGPT, developed by Microsoft-backed OpenAI, set off fierce competition in the tech industry to provide consumers with access to generative AI technology. ChatGPT swiftly gained traction, becoming the fastest-growing consumer application ever and presently ranking as one of the world's top 30 websites. However, Bard has not enjoyed a similar ascent in popularity. According to data from website analytics firm Similarweb, in August, Bard received 183 million visits, accounting for only 13% of the traffic garnered by ChatGPT. To contend with the rapidl...

Chinese EV maker Nio launches first mobile phone Tech Nova Nio Inc, the prominent Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer listed as 9866.HK, has made an exciting foray into the tech world by unveiling its inaugural mobile phone. This strategic move aims to infuse advanced software and connectivity features into Nio's electric vehicle (EV) lineup, enhancing its allure in the midst of intense pricing competition within the Chinese automotive market. The brainchild of Chief Executive William Li, the Nio Phone was officially introduced in Shanghai, China's bustling commercial hub. During the grand unveiling, Li highlighted several remarkable features that set the Nio Phone apart.  One standout feature allows users to control multiple Nio vehicles seamlessly using a single device. Additionally, the phone boasts the capability to unlock a Nio EV, even when it is powered off, promising a new level of convenience and accessibility for Nio car owners.

OpenAI unveils Dall-E 3, latest version of its text-to-image tool Tech Nova On Wednesday, OpenAI took the wraps off Dall-E 3, the most recent iteration of its groundbreaking text-to-image tool, which leverages the capabilities of its immensely popular AI chatbot, ChatGPT, to enhance prompt responses. Starting in October, Dall-E 3 will be accessible to ChatGPT Plus and Enterprise subscribers via the API, according to the company's announcement. Users will have the ability to input image requests and fine-tune prompts through interactive conversations with ChatGPT. OpenAI stated, "DALL-E 3 excels at translating intricate requests into remarkably detailed and precise images."

  Fairphone 5: could this be the first phone to last 10 years?   Tech Nova The most ethical, sustainable, and repairable handset gets a big upgrade with even longer support The Dutch smartphone company Fairphone has achieved something remarkable – a handset that could last a decade. The ethical pioneer, which leads the way in repairable devices, has just released the Fairphone 5. It is a thinner, lighter, and more refined device compared with its predecessors and one that makes leaps and bounds in terms of longevity, repairability, and quality. With a £619 (€699) price tag, it is more expensive than those before it but it offers up to 10 years of software support – unheard of in the smartphone industry and a significant step in addressing tech waste. The most noticeable upgrade in the new device is the screen, now a crisp OLED running at 90Hz for smooth scrolling and bright enough for most situations, though it struggles a bit in bright sunlight. The device feels...

 Google unveiled a fresh look and logo for Android Tech Nova Google recently unveiled a fresh look and logo for Android, with a notable change in the spelling. Instead of the previous all-lowercase format, Android will now be spelled with a capital A. This update aims to modernize the Android brand and align it with the evolving needs of its community over the past decade. One of the key changes is the three-dimensional appearance of the refreshed Android logo, particularly the robot face known as the bugdroid. The bugdroid now has more dimension and character, making it appear as dynamic as the Android platform itself. The inspiration for the new visuals comes from Material design, which complements the Google brand palette and allows for adaptability. According to Jason Fournier, Director of Android Consumer Brand Management at Google, the refreshed and dynamic robot represents the connection between Android and people, community, and cultural moments. It can also reflect individ...

 China Implements Ban on Government Officials Using iPhones Tech Nova Move Raises Concerns Amidst Sino-U.S. Tensions and Upcoming Apple Event China has recently implemented a ban on government officials using iPhones and other foreign-branded devices for work. According to the Wall Street Journal, officials at central government agencies have been instructed not to bring these devices into the office. The extent to which these orders have been distributed is unclear.  This ban comes just before an upcoming Apple event, expected to unveil a new line of iPhones. It is possible that this ban could raise concerns among foreign companies operating in China, as tensions between China and the United States continue to escalate.

 Elon Muck announces Audio, Video call feature on X Tech Nova Elon Musk, the tech billionaire and CEO of X (formerly known as Twitter), announced on Thursday that the platform will soon be adding audio and video call features. This comes after company CEO Linda Yaccarino mentioned that X would be getting a video calling feature. The audio and video calling feature on X will be available on Android, iOS, PCs, and Macs, and it won't require a phone number to make calls. In a post, Musk stated, "Video & audio calls coming to X: - Works on iOS, Android, Mac & PC - No phone number needed - X is the effective global address book. That set of factors is unique." With this new feature, users on X will be able to make video and audio chat calls, similar to Facebook Messenger and WhatsApp, as X transitions to become an "everything app." The company CEO had previously mentioned that video calls on the platform would be available without sharing phone numbers. Since...

Apple's 'Wonderlust' Event: Unveiling the iPhone 15 Tech Nova Apple's highly anticipated September 12 event is expected to showcase the launch of the new iPhone 15 series and the latest lineup of Apple Watches. The event, named "Wonderlust," will take place at the Apple Park in California.  Apple has already sent out invitations for the event, featuring the iconic Apple logo in various shades like black, blue, and grey, possibly hinting at the color options for the iPhone 15 Pro model. The event is scheduled for 10am PT or 10:30pm IST. In addition to Apple's announcement, Google has also revealed its upcoming smartphone launch dates. The Google Pixel 8 series is set to make its debut shortly after the iPhone 15 lineup reveal. Google has officially confirmed that the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro will be launched on October 4. To add some humor to the announcement, Google shared a video advertisement on a platform called "X" (formerly known as Twitter)....

  OnePlus Open more "Durable & Cheaper" than Z Fold 5 ? Tech Nova The upcoming OnePlus Open, the maiden foldable from OnePlus, may have proven to be more durable than the recently launched Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5, according to a leakster. In lab tests, the OnePlus Fold withstood 400,000 folds, as claimed by tipster Max Jambor. The device reportedly underwent rigorous testing and is expected to last up to 10 years, withstanding 100 folds a day. The Oppo Find N3 Flip was also rated for 400,000 folds, while the Galaxy Z Fold 5 promises only up to 200,000 folds. On X (formerly Twitter), Jambor posted, "#OnePlusOpen has apparently been put through a lot of testing. You can open and close it for at least 400,000 times which is equivalent to like 100 folds a day for up to 10 years." OnePlus teased its first foldable during the OnePlus 11 launch event earlier this year with the statement, "We OPEN when others FOLD." It is speculated that the foldable device m...

Record accounts (7.2 M) banned in India in one month   WhatsApp, owned by Meta, has announced that it has taken down more than 7 million bad accounts in India as part of its compliance with India's IT Rules 2021. In July alone, the popular instant messaging platform banned over 7.2 million accounts in the country. With over 500 million users in India, WhatsApp received a record-breaking 11,067 complaint reports in July, resulting in the actioning of the aforementioned accounts. Surprisingly, around 3.1 million accounts were proactively banned even before receiving any reports from users.   WhatsApp released its monthly compliance report, stating, "This user-safety report contains details of the user complaints received and the corresponding action taken by WhatsApp, as well as WhatsApp's own preventive actions to combat abuse on our platform."   The term "Accounts Actioned" refers to cases where WhatsApp took remedial action based on the reports ...