Unbelievable Weekly Tech Recap: Google Pixel 9 Series Unveiled, Instagram’s Game-Changing Feature & More!
Weekly Tech Recap: Key Highlights
In this whirlwind of a tech week, keeping up with the latest developments can be challenging. Here’s a comprehensive recap of the top stories in technology:
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Google Launches Pixel 9 Series:
This week, Google introduced its latest flagship lineup at the annual Made by Google event, revealing the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, and Pixel 9 Pro Fold. Packed with advanced AI features powered by Google’s Gemini AI model, these devices debut in India and aim to compete against Apple and Samsung. Google also announced price cuts for older models like the Pixel 8 series. -
iPhone SE4 Set for Early Next Year Launch:
While anticipation builds for the iPhone 16 series, a Bloomberg leak suggests that the iPhone SE 4, equipped with Apple Intelligence features, will debut early next year. These features, initially exclusive to the iPhone 15 Pro models, require significant processing power, raising questions about the SE 4’s exact specifications. -
WhatsApp May Soon Introduce a Like Button:
Meta-owned WhatsApp is reportedly testing a new feature allowing users to like status updates, similar to Instagram’s story likes. This addition aims to enhance user engagement and streamline content acknowledgment. -
Potential Separation of Android from Google:
Following a court ruling that found Google guilty of monopolizing the online search market, the U.S. Department of Justice is considering drastic measures. These include forcing Google to divest certain assets such as the Android operating system, AdWords, and Chrome, in efforts to curb the tech giant’s dominance. - Instagram’s New Snap-Like Feature:
Instagram is developing a feature to share location data with specific groups like "close friends" or "followers who follow back." This opt-in feature focuses on user safety and is currently being tested in select markets.
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Published: 17 Aug 2024, 03:37 PM IST
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