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HONOR is No. 1 smartphone brand in China, vows to echo success in PH next year

November 4, 2023

Manila Standard - Tech

According to the latest Canalys, IDC Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker, and Counterpoint’s Market Pulse Service studies for the third quarter of 2023, HONOR is a clear landslide winner getting the first spot for all reports. “This success gives us more confidence here in the Philippines to do even better and achieve greater heights sooner than later. We are […]
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One of the World’s Biggest Diamonds Could Be Key to Some of the World’s Fastest Microchips

November 4, 2023

To beat the heat that our devices throw off, engineers are experimenting with synthetic diamonds, ultrapure glass and other obscure materials.

Tech Giants Spend Billions on AI Startups—and Get Just as Much Back

November 4, 2023

Microsoft, Amazon and Google benefit from OpenAI and Anthropic paying for the expensive cloud services needed to run their products.

His Job Was to Make Instagram Safe for Teens. His 14-Year-Old Showed Him What the App Was Really Like.

November 3, 2023

When a Meta security expert told Mark Zuckerberg that Instagram’s approach to protecting teens wasn’t working, the CEO didn’t reply. Now the former insider is set to tell Congress about the predatory behavior.

Apple Sales Decline as China Market Weighs on Earnings Report

November 3, 2023

Sales fell for the fourth straight quarter, including a decline in China that came as the company faces a broad economic slowdown in the country and new competition from rival Huawei Technologies.

Amazon Executives Discussed How Its Policies Hurt Sellers, FTC Suit Says

November 3, 2023

The executives discussed how its pricing policies had a “punitive aspect” on sellers, according to internal documents quoted in newly unredacted portions of the agency’s monopoly lawsuit against the company.

Can a $400 Box Keep Your Packages Safe from Porch Pirates?

November 3, 2023

Nearly 1 in 7 Americans had a package stolen from their homes in the first 10 months of 2022. This holiday season, some are using smart-yet-ugly lockboxes to protect their purchases.

Fake Nudes of Real Students Cause an Uproar at a New Jersey High School

November 2, 2023

After boys shared faked pornographic images made of female classmates, both the school and the local police began investigating.

‘Take Science Fiction Seriously’: World Leaders Sound Alarm on AI

November 2, 2023

The U.S., China and two dozen other countries pledged closer cooperation in evaluating the risks posed by most advanced forms of artificial intelligence.

After a Boom and Bust, Chip Industry Is Regaining Its Health

November 1, 2023

Intel, Samsung and others see a semiconductor rebound as tech demand starts to recover.

Lumen Technologies Pushes Out Debt Maturity With Agreement

November 1, 2023

The Denver-based telecommunications company said the deal will also provide it with $1.2 billion in additional financing.

Match Group, Google Reach Binding Term Sheet in Legal Battle

November 1, 2023

The online dating company said that $40 million placed in escrow will be returned to Match and no other amount will be owed by the Match plaintiffs to Google.

Chinese Laser Sensor Maker Targeted as Tech Trade War Spreads

October 31, 2023

Sensor maker Hesai is fighting U.S. concerns about lidar systems used in next-generation vehicles and weapons.

Nvidia’s $5 Billion of China Orders in Limbo After Latest U.S. Curbs

October 31, 2023

The tech company had been pushing to make chip shipments for next year before new restrictions came into effect.

X Puts Company Value at $19 Billion

October 31, 2023

Elon Musk previously said he sees a clear, but difficult, path to X being worth more than $250 billion eventually.

Apple’s New M3 MacBook Pro and M3 iMac: Some Tricks, Some Treats

October 31, 2023

The “Scary Fast” computers get powerful M3 chips, but everything else remains largely the same.

SEC Sues SolarWinds Over 2020 Hack Attributed to Russians

October 31, 2023

Regulator says the software company defrauded investors by misleading them about its cyber vulnerabilities.

Google CEO Defends Apple Search Partnership in Historic Antitrust Trial

October 31, 2023

Chief Executive Sundar Pichai took the stand as the trial entered its eighth week, a pivotal moment in a case that could result in major changes to the company’s search engine.

Tech Titans Rebound From Tough Times as AI Fuels Optimism

October 30, 2023

Microsoft, Alphabet, Amazon and Meta are seeing some initial payoff from big investments in AI, while trying to assure Wall Street that more wins are ahead.

Meta Pauses Ads for Users Under 18 in Europe as It Rolls Out Subscriptions

October 30, 2023

The decision is part of a plan to launch subscription-based versions of Facebook and Instagram to comply with the continent’s regulations.

Western Digital Separating Hard-Drive Business From Flash-Memory Unit

October 30, 2023

Western Digital plans to break itself up, separating its business making traditional hard drives for computers from its flash-memory business.

I Can Hear You Fine. Is It Rude That I’m Still Wearing AirPods?

October 29, 2023

A new AirPods Pro feature called Conversation Awareness lets you keep them in your ears all day.

Goodbye Green Bubbles: The Android User’s Survival Guide in an Apple World

October 29, 2023

Missing out on iMessage group chats and other Apple perks, Android users are finding workarounds such as chat service Sunbird.

Elon Musk’s Outlook on Our Future Turns Dour

October 28, 2023

The billionaire entrepreneur has been in a dark place these days in the midst of worries about war and U.S. resilience.

Petal Ads showcases cutting-edge mobile advertising platform at IMMAP DigiCon 2023: DIGIMAX Summit

October 28, 2023

Manila Standard - Tech

Petal Ads, a leading provider of mobile advertising solutions, participated in the recent IMMAP DigiCon 2023: DIGIMAX Summit, one of the largest gatherings for the local digital marketing industry in the Philippines. It was held last October 18 to 20, at the Marriot Grand Ballroom in Pasay City. Petal Ads is revolutionizing the mobile advertising […]
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Stacking Boxes? Treating Cancer? AI Needs to Learn Physics First

October 28, 2023

Adding what we know about the real world to artificial intelligence can make it more effective at solving some of the hardest and most essential problems.

X Launches Two Premium Tiers in Bid for Subscription Revenue

October 28, 2023

The social-media platform offered new higher and lower tiers, with the more expensive option reducing ads.

The 9 Most Over-the-Top Perks Companies Are Using to Bring Workers Back to the Office

October 28, 2023

Foosball tables and free cold brew are old news. These workplaces have implemented far more interesting strategies.

Google Commits $2 Billion in Funding to AI Startup Anthropic

October 28, 2023

Google move follows Amazon investment as tech giants place bigger bets on startups racing to develop artificial intelligence.

You Don’t Need a New iPhone. You Just Need a New Battery.

October 27, 2023

Every iPhone has a secret indicator of battery health. So why did our columnist’s iPhone 14 Pro battery deplete so much in a year?

Amazon’s Profit Triples as Sales Show Resilience

October 27, 2023

The company’s revenue increased by 13% to $143.1 billion for its third quarter, beating Wall Street expectations.

Apple Faces Potential Watch Import Ban After Federal Trade Ruling

October 27, 2023

The U.S. International Trade Commission found that Apple violated the patent of a rival company, a ruling that could lead to an import ban for certain of its smartwatch.

These 11 Videogames Make Working Out Actually Fun

October 27, 2023

Why waste time running marathons and lifting weights when you could just be playing Xbox? A trendy category of game will get your heart pumping without feeling like a chore.

X’s Tumultuous First Year Under Elon Musk, in Charts

October 26, 2023

The platform is struggling to attract users and advertisers, third-party data suggest. Musk has voiced optimism, saying the company “can be thought of as an inverse startup.”

Meta Sees Continued Rebound in Advertising

October 26, 2023

The Facebook parent posted quarterly profit of $11.6 billion and reported its largest sales in years.

Tired of Frayed Charging Cables? This Chic Fix Only Costs $8

October 26, 2023

Apple’s new cables will be braided, making them sturdier. But if you’re not buying a new phone, here are some other cures, including a low-budget hack.

Apple Raises TV Streaming Price to $9.99

October 26, 2023

The iPhone maker is the latest company to raise prices on streaming services.

Microsoft Earnings Growth Accelerates on Stronger-Than-Expected Cloud Demand

October 25, 2023

The company’s partnership with OpenAI has helped power new artificial-intelligence businesses.