Meta Removes China-Based Network Of Fake Accounts
Meta has revealed it has removed a network consisting of thousands of deceptive accounts originating from China. These users posed as Americans and sought to disseminate divisive content related to the US politics and US-China relations. The network covered topics including abortion, culture war issues, and aid to Ukraine, as reported by BBC. While the identities were not directly tied to Beijing officials, there's a notable increase in such networks from China leading up to the 2024 US elections. China has now become the third-largest geographical source of such networks, following Russia and Iran, according to the company.
Noise Three Headphones Launched In India
Homegrown Noise has expanded its product range by introducing the Noise Three wireless headphones featuring dual device pairing and a foldable design. The brand emphasises that the foldable design and ergonomic elements of Noise Three enhance convenience on-the-go and deliver an improved audio experience. These headphones support Bluetooth version 5.3 and Instacharge technology. Priced at Rs 1,999, the Noise Three wireless headphones is available via Amazon.in, Flipkart and Noise's official website. The device comes in Space Blue, Jet Black, and Chocolate Brown colour options.
All iPhone 16 Models May Get Revamped Action Button
According to a new rumour, Apple is mulling to incorporate the Action button across all four models in the purported iPhone 16 series. While the mute switch successor was initially exclusive to the iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max models this year, it appears that Apple intends to extend it to the standard iPhone 16 and 16 Plus next year. Additionally, rumours also suggest that the Action button on the iPhone 16 series will be capacitive, employing force sensor feedback similar to the TouchID sensors on older iPhones and the Force Touch trackpad found on MacBooks, according to MacRumors.
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Google Messages Hits 1 Billion RCS Users
Google Messages has officially reached a significant milestone -- 1 billion Rich Communication Services (RCS) monthly active users. To mark the achievement, Google is introducing seven new features to the Messages app designed to "let your personality shine through". Notably, these updates won't alter the colour of RCS bubbles on iOS to blue. Google Messages is introducing the ability to customise bubble colour and background, including the app bar, for each conversation.
X Hit By Wave Of Resignations Post Bonus
Tech billionaire Elon Musk is facing challenges in ensuring a seamless workflow at X, formerly Twitter. The billionaire is under scrutiny from advertisers for his outspoken posts and recent comments on an antisemitic conspiracy theory. There are internal issues within the company, with several employees, both senior and junior in the sales department, resigning from their positions, the media has reported.