Which high-end phone is better, the OnePlus 13 or the iPhone 16 Plus?

Although both the OnePlus 13 and the iPhone 16 Plus are excellent smartphones, OnePlus' most recent flagship model appears to have a distinct edge in terms of performance, camera, and battery life.Apple iPhones are renowned for their seamless software, high-end construction, and superb cameras. However, newly released flagship Android phones, such as the OnePlus 13, offer even more features, including greater customization choices, a larger battery, and quicker charging. Here is a little guide that can help you choose between the recently released OnePlus 13 and the iPhone 16 Plus if you are having trouble deciding between the two.Design and presentation There is no greater contrast between the design language of the OnePlus 13 and the iPhone 16 Plus. In contrast to the Android phone, which is somewhat rectangular, the iPhone 16 Plus has far more subtle curves than the OnePlus 13, making it simpler to grip and pocket. Both phones now have an aluminum chassis. This also applies to these gadgets' backs. In contrast to the OnePlus 13, which has a glass back finish and is available in white and black, the iPhone 16 Plus has a frosted glass back. The OnePlus 13 also has a faux vegan leather finish. In terms of display, the OnePlus 13 boasts a slightly larger 6.82-inch AMOLED screen than the iPhone 16 Plus, which has a 6.7-inch OLED screen. Additionally, for unclear reasons, Apple chose to use a 60Hz panel on the iPhone 16 Plus, whereas the Oneplus 13 sports a 120Hz screen, which allows for far better scrolling and user interface components. You will probably notice the difference whether reading articles or playing games on the new OnePlus handset, which still has a significant advantage over the iPhone 16 Plus.  

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra 5G demonstrates what happens when AI and the greatest stylus combine.

With its potent S-Pen, huge screen, AI-driven features, and robust performance, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra 5G raises the bar for Android tablets. But is the time and money you've invested worth it? Let's investigate. Which Android tablet is the best available? The Samsung Galaxy Tab has been the only solution to this problem for years. With its new Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra 5G tablet, which is the tablet counterpart of its flagship smartphone, the Korean tech giant aims to emphasize this for another year. However, is the heritage that comes with the new Tab S10 Ultra truly worth it? This is my opinion after using it for a few days. Notwithstanding its sizable 14.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra 5G is a stylish tablet. With a size that other firms don't provide, the tablet is obviously targeted at people who require a larger canvas in order to fully utilize the S-pen's capacity to elevate your creativity. You should be aware that this is a huge tablet, particularly given its long or broad orientation. Fortunately, the thinness and light weight of this tablet make up for its bulk.  

AI breakthrough in breast cancer detection: According to a new study, screening accuracy has increased by almost 17%.

AI can be a useful tool in the early diagnosis of breast cancer, according to a recent study conducted by experts from the University of Lubeck in Germany.In a significant discovery, scientists from the University of Lubeck in Germany discovered that artificial intelligence (AI) can increase cancer detection rates by almost 17%. The results come from a recent study that included the biggest AI use in breast cancer screenings ever.A total of 4,60,000 women were screened by 119 radiologists for the study. The radiologists were free to decide whether or not to employ AI. According to the study, radiologists supported by AI were able to detect cancer at a rate of 6.7 per 1,000 tests, a 17.6% increase over conventional readings.Up to 65% of AI-assisted readings for requested biopsies revealed malignancy, compared to 59% without AI. The study also showed that, without sacrificing accuracy, AI enabled 43% faster reading times, which decreased workloads.    

As part of the government's India AI program, Microsoft will create an AI Center of Excellence and teach 5 lakh Indians.

Through the establishment of an AI Center of Excellence, Microsoft and the Indian government plan to train 500,000 Indians, including students, teachers, developers, government officials, and female entrepreneurs, to utilize AI technologies by the end of the year.Under the India AI initiative, the software giant and the Union Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology inked a Memorandum of Understanding. Microsoft will also establish AI productivity laboratories to provide AI learning courses in 20 National Skill Training Institutes (NSTIs)/NIELIT sites spread across 10 states as part of the agreement. On Wednesday, January 8, during the Microsoft AI tour in New Delhi, CEO Satya Nadella announced the partnership. Additionally, he provided a summary of the three primary AI platforms offered by Microsoft (Copilot, Copilot & AI stack, and Copilot Devices) and their implications for Indian companies.The diffusion rate and acceptance rates are significantly faster, which is the most exciting aspect of visiting India at all. Not much of a difference exists. In terms of how people discuss and use [AI], it doesn't really matter where I am—in Seattle, Palo Alto, Delhi, or Bangalore," Nadella stated during his presentation.  

How Arm became the most prosperous tech company in Britain

Co-founder of London-based Amadeus Capital Partners Hermann Hauser joined a WhatsApp group in 2023 that was full of billionaire US investors including Michael Dell and Mark Andreesen.Hauser tells me, "When they invited me to join the group, one of the first things they did was lament the fact that Europe doesn't have any hundred-billion tech companies."“Well, keep an eye on Arm,” he said. The tip was sound. The chip designer's market value soared above $100 billion a few months after Arm's stunning Nasdaq IPO, making it the first British tech company to reach that milestone. Hauser, who had led the company's spinout from Cambridge-based Acorn Computers in the early 1990s after a modest investment from Apple, was proud of the moment.And the stock keeps up its impressive rise. It is currently valued at about $150 billion, more than twice as much as it was at its 2023 IPO, and it even briefly surpassed the $200 billion milestone in July of last year. During a recent staff conference, Arm's Chief Architect Richard Grisenthwaite, the company's de facto CTO, stated, "I can definitely see us going way above our current valuation over the years because the demand is really there." He also insisted on walking on stage to the song "You Ain't Seen Nothin' Yet" by Bachman-Turner Overdrive."Everyone will be using more and more computing in everything they do, and it's in the data centers." Our networked world will include artificial intelligence, which presents us with a plethora of potential. "The demand for computing is significantly exploding right now.Here, the possibilities are truly endless. According to Arm's most recent financial reports, Grisenthwaite's optimism is justified. The company's turnover is expected to nearly double from just three years ago, reaching approximately $4 billion by the conclusion of its current fiscal year in April. Since then, Arm has gained over 2,000 employees, bringing its total workforce to almost 8,000. The majority of these employees still work in Cambridge, where the firm is now developing a new headquarters.  

Under the new law, Malaysia authorizes WeChat and TikTok to function.

Under the new law, Malaysia licenses WeChat and TikTok to operate. Social media sites and messaging services with more than 8 million members in Malaysia are required by law to obtain a license or risk legal action, which was created to address the growing problem of cybercrime.KUALA LUMPUR: According to Malaysia's communications regulator, while several other platforms had not registered, Tencent's WeChat and ByteDance's TikTok were granted licenses to operate in the nation under a new social media law.In an effort to combat the growing problem of cybercrime, the law mandates that messaging services and social media platforms with over 8 million users in Malaysia obtain a license or risk legal action. It became operative on January 1. The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission stated in a statement on Wednesday that Meta Platforms, the company that owns Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, had started the licensing procedure, while messaging app Telegram was nearing the end of the licensing process.Because the platform claimed that its local user base fell short of the 8 million criterion, the regulator stated that X had not filed an application. The regulator stated that it was examining whether X's claim was legitimate. After voicing concerns regarding YouTube's video sharing capabilities and its classification under the licensing rules, Alphabet's Google, the company that runs the video site YouTube, also declined to apply for a license, the regulator said. It stated that YouTube must comply but did not specify the issues or how they relate to the legislation. "Platform providers found to be in violation of licensing requirements may be subject to investigation and regulatory actions," the agency stated. Early in 2024, Malaysia observed a significant rise in hazardous social media content and encouraged  

The greatest investment of 2024 was Bitcoin, despite its typical volatility.

As new exchange-traded funds brought about broader adoption and as expectations for deregulation under a new presidential administration propelled digital assets to all-time highs, Bitcoin was by far the best-performing asset class in 2024.But as this month's trade makes abundantly evident, cryptocurrency ownership also entails the same instability and wild swings. Since beginning the year at around $40,000, the price of bitcoin has more than doubled, and it is currently trading close to $94,000. Ether last traded at over $3,355, and it has gained almost 50% so far this year. The weeks after the U.S. presidential election were the year's most successful period. Anticipating that President-elect Donald Trump's victory over Vice President Kamala Harris would pave the way for more regulatory certainty and attract fresh investment, the cryptocurrency surged beyond $108,000 for the first time by mid-December. However, prices have decreased since then. The idea that the Federal Reserve's rate reduction will be implemented more slowly than expected has caused Bitcoin to decline for the month. Toward the close of the year, the market has also experienced a period of choppiness and apparent profit-taking.  

Hitachi and Eros commemorate their 55-year collaboration.

Over the past 55 years, EROS and Hitachi have established an impressive legacy of innovation, reliability, and quality. Their collaboration started while EROS was just getting started, and it was the start of a journey that would influence household appliances and electronics in the UAE and worldwide.EROS was founded in the early 1960s with the intention of providing premium electronics to satisfy the expanding needs of the Middle East. Its first significant partner was the Japanese multinational corporation Hitachi, which opened the door to a fruitful and long-lasting partnership. The region's electronics sector was only getting started at the time, and Hitachi's inventive, dependable technology soon became well-known. The collaboration between EROS and Hitachi grew along with the region's need for contemporary electronics and home appliances. As a significant distributor, EROS brought Hitachi's appliances and home solutions to local customers.A common dedication to quality and innovation has been one of the pillars of the EROS-Hitachi collaboration. Customers of EROS have responded favorably to Hitachi's energy-efficient, long-lasting, and user-friendly products, which have continuously introduced new technology to the market.With its state-of-the-art technology and unparalleled dependability in household appliances, Hitachi continues to be a crucial brand in EROS' lineup. Customers around the region may readily access Hitachi's products thanks to EROS' extensive physical and online retail network. Hitachi sets the standard for home solutions that blend outstanding performance, contemporary design, and great value because to its constant innovation. Rajat Asthana, COO of EROS Group, states, "Our partnership with Hitachi is a testament to the power of collaboration, trust, and innovation." "We have been dedicated to providing our clients with quality, cutting-edge technology, and outstanding value for the past 55 years. Our shared commitment to the UAE's dynamic economy is reflected in the legacy we have created. We're excited to carry on with this journey and launch even more innovative products.  

Wiley's Jarrett on how ethical AI can revolutionize the publishing business

The way researchers interact with their readers is being profoundly altered by artificial intelligence (AI), which is also making the scholarly publishing industry more technologically oriented. While human input is still crucial for publication authorship, AI's contribution is constantly growing, according to Josh Jarrett, Senior Vice-President of AI Growth at Wiley, a multinational research and publishing company with a strong presence in India, who spoke with TechCircle. He described how Wiley is prioritizing ethical considerations while improving the publishing experience through the proper use of AI/ML (Machine Learning). Edited passages:How can scholars effectively use AI for scholarly publishing? For a long time, Wiley has strategically chosen to use AI to enhance research procedures. According to recent surveys, scientists are struggling with fundamental issues with AI's capacity to improve language, analyze intricate data, and produce novel theories. We are especially excited about AI's potential to improve authorship, create simulations, find undiscovered gaps, help with literature reviews, and expedite research workflows. But we also acknowledge the difference between cautious experts and eager early adopters. By creating strong standards, policies, procedures, and instruments that uphold integrity, we hope to close this gap and guarantee that Wiley and its collaborators influence the direction of AI research in the future.  

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The iPhone's evolution: How Apple has altered its design over the past 16 years

Apple's newest device, the iPhone 15, will be available in stores nationwide in less than a day. Since everyone carries a smartphone these days, it's easy to overlook how revolutionary the original iPhone was and how much it's changed over time. This shows the evolution of the iPhone from 2007 until 2023.On January 9, 2007, Apple CEO Steve Jobs finally revealed the original iPhone after months of conjecture. The 4GB model of the smartphone, which didn't actually go on sale until June, cost $499, while the 8GB model (with a two-year commitment) cost $599. It had a 2-megapixel camera, a 3.5-inch screen, and was praised for its then-novel multitouch capabilities. However, some claimed that the phone was too costly to succeed in the market. (See the narrative of the iPhone launch.)Apple released the iPhone 3G, its replacement, on June 9, 2008, one year after the original iPhone went on sale. The new model was more affordable, had more capacity, a built-in GPS, and the ability to connect to quicker 3G networks. The iPhone 3G, which went on sale on July 11 for $199 for the 8GB model and $299 for the 16GB model, featured a feature known as location services. Steve Jobs, the CEO of the iPhone, predicted that location services would be a major feature. "That's going to blow up." (Refer to the launch narrative.)  

The 'final chance' for social media to address unlawful posts

As the Online Safety Act (OSA) goes into effect, online platforms will have to start evaluating whether their services expose users to unlawful content by March 16, 2025, or risk financial penalties. The UK's internet safety regulator, Ofcom, released its final codes of practice on Monday that outline how businesses should handle unlawful online content.Platforms may be fined up to 10% of their worldwide turnover if they don't do risk assessments within three months of discovering possible harms to their services. Dame Melanie Dawes, the director of Ofcom, told BBC News that this was the industry's "last chance" to reform."If they don't start to seriously change the way they operate their services, then I think those demands for things like bans for children on social media are going to get more and more vigorous," she stated. "I'm asking the industry now to get moving, and if they don't they will be hearing from us with enforcement action from March." Platforms must determine when, where, and how illegal content may appear on their services as well as how they will prevent it from reaching users in accordance with Ofcom's regulations. According to the OSA, this includes anything that promotes or facilitates suicide, self-harm, extreme sexual violence, controlling or coercive behavior, or child sexual abuse material (CSAM).However, detractors claim that the Act ignores a variety of ills that children face. The OSA has "deep structural issues," according to the Molly Rose Foundation, which was established in honor of adolescent Molly Russell, who committed herself in 2017 after seeing pictures of herself harming herself on social media. Its chief executive, Andy Burrows, stated that the organization was "astonished and disappointed" that Ofcom's guidelines did not include explicit, targeted steps for platforms on handling suicide and self-harm content. "Robust regulation remains the best way to tackle illegal content, but it simply isn't acceptable for the regulator to take a gradualist approach to immediate threats to life," he stated.  

Get ready for the cyberwar, CW EMEA

Cyber security experts and prominent government and business organizations prepared for a probable online conflict when the conflict between Israel and Hamas broke out in October. We discuss cyberwar, threat activity trends, and what security teams can do to safeguard their organizations in this issue of CW EMEA. We also examine the developments in quantum computing in Finland, the technology developed by Belgian researchers to speed up datacenter processing, and the keys to KPN's successful economic transformation. Go ahead and read the issue.Later, a senior minister will warn that Russia is prepared to launch cyberattacks against the UK and other allies in an effort to erode support for Ukraine. At a NATO summit, Pat McFadden, the chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster, who is also in charge of national security, is expected to warn that the Kremlin might attack British companies and deprive millions of people of their electricity. McFadden is to describe Russia's cyberwarfare capabilities as a "hidden war" being fought against Ukraine, and this is the most recent in a string of warnings about them. Additionally, he is anticipated to specifically target Russia's Unit 29155, which the government claims has conducted several strikes in Europe and the United Kingdom. The cabinet minister will warn that "cyber war can be destabilizing and debilitating" and characterize the Kremlin as "exceptionally aggressive and reckless" in this regard during a lecture to the NATO Cyber Defense Conference at Lancaster House in London. The potential for Russia to "turn the lights off for millions of people" by shutting down power grids and its readiness to target British companies "in pursuit of its malign goals" will be the main topics of McFadden's discussion. "My message to members today is clear: nobody should undervalue the Russian cyber threat to NATO, especially considering the intensity of that antagonism. He will inform the assembled NATO members, "The threat is real." He will assert that hacker collectives supporting the Russian government are accountable for at least  

The Canada division of TikTok is requesting a court review of the shutdown orders.

Dec. 10 (Reuters): According to a statement released on Tuesday, TikTok's Canada division filed an emergency action with the Federal Court of Canada, requesting a judicial review of an order that the firm shut down its activities in the nation due to national security concerns.In a filing dated December 5, the Chinese-owned social media app asked the court to overturn a government order for TikTok to shut down its operations in Canada.The court might, instead, revoke the order and send it back to the administration for review and direction, according to the brief. Last year, TikTok's ambition to invest and grow its business in Canada was the subject of an investigation by Ottawa. Due to national security concerns, the government issued an order last month requiring the company to cease operations in Canada as a result of the review. In its statement on the legal action, TikTok claimed that closing its Canadian operation would result in the loss of hundreds of jobs."We believe it's in the best interest of Canadians to find a meaningful solution and ensure that a local team remains in place, alongside the TikTok platform," added the statement. The government can evaluate any national security threats from foreign investments, like the TikTok proposal, in accordance with Canadian legislation. The government is prohibited by law from disclosing the specifics of these investments. The decision from last month did not completely prohibit Canadians from using the well-known social media site. According to the corporation, TikTok has over 14 million monthly users in Canada.A request for comment from Reuters outside of usual business hours was not immediately answered by Canada's Ministry of Innovation, Science, and Industry. The Canadian ruling came after a similar measure was taken in the United States, when President Joe Biden signed a law in April mandating that Bytedance, the company that controls TikTok, sell its U.S. assets by January 19, 2025, or risk a statewide ban. Separately, TikTok and Bytedance requested on Monday that an appeals court temporarily halt the law until the Supreme Court reviews it.  

Brussels is looking for further details on covert Google-Meta ad targeting of teenagers.

Dec. 10 (Reuters): The Financial Times said on Tuesday that Google has been questioned by European regulators on its now-canceled covert advertising deal with Instagram parent company Meta Platforms, which disregarded the search engine giant's guidelines regarding the treatment of minors online.disclosed in August how Google assisted Meta in a covert marketing campaign aimed at 13–17-year-old YouTube users, controlled by Alphabet (GOOGL.O), with the goal of promoting Meta's (META.O) According to FT, the relationship has subsequently been canceled. It was originally set to expand to the U.S. and then to other countries. According to the most recent FT story, which cited persons familiar with the situation, European Commission officials have been investigating the collaboration and have forwarded the data to regulators who are considering taking action. According to the article, the executives gave Alphabet's attorneys instructions in October to compile and examine information, presentations, internal conversations, and emails pertaining to the advertising initiatives.  

In order to surpass the success of the Galaxy S24, Samsung plans to ship more Galaxy S25 series phones next year.

It is anticipated that Samsung will release the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25+, and Galaxy S25 Ultra sometime in early 2025. In the midst of online speculation over the flagship phones' features, a recent Korean rumor reveals Samsung's production schedule for the Galaxy S25 series. According to reports, the South Korean smartphone manufacturer plans to sell 37 million Galaxy S25 series phones in the upcoming year, which would be more than the number of Galaxy S24 series phones shipped this year. This shows how confident Samsung is in the demand for the next generation of phones.Samsung plans to sell about 37 million Galaxy S25 series phones next year, which is a little higher than the 35 million units of Galaxy S24 series phones that are anticipated, according to a report by The Elec. This implies that the business has high hopes for the next assortment of the Galaxy S series. According to the estimate, Samsung plans to produce 229.4 million handsets the following year. Compared to the October prediction of 237 million units, this is a 7–8 million unit decrease. According to reports, the company intends to manufacture over 7 million foldable phones in the upcoming year.Following Samsung's announcement that the Galaxy S24 series shipped more units than the Galaxy S23 range, the firm released the most recent update regarding its production schedule. The Galaxy S24 series phones with Galaxy AI features saw double-digit increases in shipments and revenue over their predecessors, according to the company's Q2 earnings report this year. The Galaxy S24 was among the ten best-selling phones in Q3 2024, according to market research firm Counterpoint Research.  

Review of the Google Pixel 9 Pro: Hi, tiny phone

I have a well-established affinity with little phones, and I am the biggest lover of the iPhone 13 mini. But as the gadget has begun to age, I think it's time to upgrade, so I recently done so with the iPhone 16 Pro (I also use the Pixel 9 Pro Fold a lot, and it's really beautiful). I still have a strong need for a little phone, though, and I don't believe Apple intends to bring back the iPhone Mini series anytime soon. For the time being, the Google Pixel 9 Pro has become my new friend (it was my backup smartphone for a few days). It was long overdue for a flagship-level tiny phone, and the Pixel 9 Pro is an intriguing and  

Future of lightweight materials Fibre Coat bags will target the space and defense areas with €20 million.

FibreCoat, a materials technology business based in Germany, has raised €20 million in Series B funding. NewSpace Capital, Goose Capital, Otto Krahn New Business, 212 NexT, Nova Saint-Gobain, Convergent Ventures, and TiE made the investment.Along with the investment, the business has partnered strategically with NewSpace Capital. With the financing, the company will be able to address the demand for materials that are resistant to heat, radiation, and electromagnetic interference (EMI), expand its presence in the rapidly expanding commercial space ecosystem, and spur innovation in the industry. FibreCoat was founded in 2020 in Germany by Robert Brüll, Richard Haas, and Alexander Lüking, who have a wealth of materials research and engineering experience. The creators of the company started working on their coated fiber technology at the Institute for Textile Technology at RWTH Aachen University in 2014. FibreCoat's creative approach to materials technology has been greatly influenced by their academic background.The necessity to reconsider the usage of fibers in materials science is where FibreCoat got its start. They combined the greatest qualities of each material by spinning traditional fibers with coatings of metal and plastic. Years of intense research and development, together with a goal to provide materials that were not only strong, conductive, and recyclable, but also lightweight, led to this achievement.  

Businesses can now use Google's first video generative AI model, Veo.

Google revealed on Wednesday that its two new generative AI models, Veo and Imagen 3, are now available to companies through Vertex AI, the company's cloud platform that offers a range of AI tools for business applications.Veo is an image-to-video model created by Google DeepMind that can produce high-quality, HD videos with realistic-looking people and animals. On Veo, users can either use a text prompt alone or upload an image along with a text prompt to create films. Vertex AI will offer a private peek of it.Warren Barkley, senior director of product management at Google Cloud, claims that "generative AI is driving real business transformation and growth." Eighty-six percent of commercial businesses who use Gen AI report higher revenue, with an anticipated 6% gain. With new models like Veo, our most sophisticated video creation model, and Imagen 3, our highest quality image generation model, Google is investing in its AI technologies for this reason.Google's most recent image-generation model, Imagen 3, can produce realistic, high-quality images in response to straightforward text cues. Beginning next week, Imagen 3 will also be accessible to all Vertex AI clients.In a similar vein, Google's most recent image-generation model, Imagen 3, is hailed as the best quality AI model for creating photos, with the resultant images seeming "photorealistic and lifelike. " Additionally, Imagen 3 has the ability to alter images, adding, removing, and extending them. Companies like Cadbury, Oreo, and Milka are already using these strategies. In order to assist avoid disinformation and misattribution, all of the photos and films produced by Veo and Imagen 3 will be digitally watermarked. This includes Google DeepMind's SynthID, an invisible watermark.