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  • How Apple’s M4, M4 Pro, And M4 Max Chipsets Transform Performance For Entrepreneurs, And Developers In AI Era? ,

    Apple New Chipsets: Apple’s M4, M4 Pro, and M4 Max chipsets set new standards for professional performance, combining power efficiency with advanced AI capabilities. It is built on cutting-edge 3-nanometer technology, these chips provide unmatched speed and multitasking, catering to the demands of entrepreneurs, data scientists, 3D artists, composers and developers, making complex workflows faster and more efficient than ever.

    According to Apple, the CPUs across the M4 family feature the world’s fastest CPU core, delivering the industry’s best single-threaded performance, and dramatically faster multithreaded performance.

    The GPUs build on the breakthrough graphics architecture introduced in the previous generation, with faster cores and a 2x faster ray-tracing engine. M4 Pro and M4 Max enable Thunderbolt 5 for the Mac for the first time, and unified memory bandwidth is greatly increased — up to 75 percent.

    Adding further, the M4, M4 Pro, and M4 Max chipsets are designed with Apple Intelligence at their core, marking a new era for Mac. Apple Intelligence integrates powerful generative models with pioneering privacy features, leveraging Apple silicon and the Neural Engine to enable users to work, communicate, and create in entirely new ways.

    “Combined with a Neural Engine that’s up to 2x faster than the previous generation and enhanced machine learning (ML) accelerators in the CPUs, the M4 family of chips brings incredible performance for pro and AI workloads,” said the company.

    The M4 features an up to 10-core CPU, with four performance cores and up to six efficiency cores. It’s up to 1.8x faster than M1, so multitasking across apps like Safari and Excel is lightning fast. A 10-core GPU provides incredible graphics performance, up to 2x faster than M1, making everything from editing photos to AAA gameplay exceptionally fast and smooth.

    M4 supports up to 32GB of unified memory and has a higher memory bandwidth of 120GB/s. M4 Pro takes the advanced technologies debuted in M4 and scales them up for researchers, developers, engineers, creative pros, and other users with more demanding workflows.

    It features an up to 14-core CPU consisting of up to 10 performance cores and four efficiency cores. It’s up to 1.9x faster than the CPU of M1 Pro, and up to 2.1x faster than the latest AI PC chip.

    M4 Pro supports up to 64GB of fast unified memory and 273GB/s of memory bandwidth, which is a massive 75 per cent increase over M3 Pro and 2x the bandwidth of any AI PC chip.

    M4 Max is the ultimate choice for data scientists, 3D artists, and composers who push pro workflows to the limit. It has an up to 16-core CPU, with up to 12 performance cores and four efficiency cores. It’s up to 2.2x faster than the CPU in M1 Max and up to 2.5x faster than the latest AI PC chip.

    M4 Max supports up to 128GB of fast unified memory and up to 546GB/s of memory bandwidth, which is 4x the bandwidth of the latest AI PC chip. This allows developers to easily interact with large language models that have nearly 200 billion parameters.

    M4, M4 Pro, and M4 Max are built for Apple Intelligence, according to the company. (With IANS Inputs)

  • Over Half Of Smartphones Projected To Be GenAI-Ready By 2028 Globally |

    New Delhi: More than half of smartphones shipped in 2028 are projected to be GenAI capable, as broader use cases continue to emerge and availability expands across price segments, according to a new report.

    The global smartphone market has reached maturity, and shipments are expected to remain stable in the coming years. Growth will likely be driven by emerging markets like India, MEA and Southeast Asia.

    “We expect smartphone revenues to continue to grow through 2028 as the premiumisation trend continues across markets. New technologies like GenAI and foldables are also likely to drive average selling price (ASP) growth as adoption rates rise,” said Counterpoint Research Director Tarun Pathak.

    While the smartphone market has enjoyed strong YoY growth over the last few quarters, it is mainly due to a recovery in macroeconomic conditions and consumer demand. While shipment growth may have slowed in recent quarters, global smartphone revenue growth accelerated in Q3 2024, recording 10 per cent YoY growth to reach the highest-ever levels for a third quarter.

    Apple led the market in smartphone revenues capturing a 43 percent share and recording its highest-ever Q3 revenues, shipments, and ASPs. A slightly earlier launch of the iPhone 16 series, a product mix increasingly favoring Pro versions and continued expansion in non-core markets drove Apple’s success in Q3, said Research Director Jeff Fieldhack.

    With most major brands recording strong revenue growth, the $400 and above segment gained a net 2% per cent share YoY in Q3 2024. The ongoing premiumisation wave, observed across regions, has incentivized OEMs to rethink their premium portfolio and device financing strategies.

    The report expects the premiumisation trend to continue in the coming years and project global smartphone ASPs to rise at a CAGR of 3 per cent from 2023 through 2028.

  • Why Meta-Owned WhatsApp Bans More Than 8.5 Million Accounts In India In September?; Know Reason

    Whatsapp Bans Indian Accounts: In a significant move, Meta-owned WhatsApp has imposed bans on numerous accounts in India, aiming to enhance user safety and combat the misuse of its platform. This action comes amid rising concerns over privacy and security, prompting the messaging giant to take a firm stand against abusive practices.

    To avoid such malicious actions, the instant messaging platform banned more than 8.5 million “bad” accounts in India in September for violating its policies. Between September 1 and September 30, the company banned 8,584,000 accounts, of which 1,658,000 were proactively banned before any reports from users, according to the social media platform’s monthly compliance report under the new IT Rules 2021.

    The popular mobile messaging platform, which has more than 600 million users in India, received 8,161 grievances from the country, and the records “actioned” were 97. The term “actioned” refers to complaints where WhatsApp took remedial action.

    WhatsApp also received two orders from the Grievance Appellate Committee in the country and complied with both, according to its monthly compliance report.

    “We will continue with transparency to our work and include information about our efforts in future reports,” said the company. It employs a team of engineers, data scientists, analysts, researchers, and experts in law enforcement, online safety, and technology developments to oversee these efforts.

    “We enable users to block contacts and to report problematic content and contacts to us from inside the app. We pay close attention to user feedback and engage with specialists in stemming misinformation, promoting cybersecurity, and preserving election integrity,” said WhatsApp.

    The abuse detection operates at three stages of an account’s lifestyle: at registration, during messaging, and in response to negative feedback, which we receive in the form of user reports and blocks.

    A team of analysts augments these systems to evaluate edge cases and help improve our effectiveness over time. Between August 1, 2024 and August 31, 2024, 8,458,000 WhatsApp accounts were banned, 1,661,000 of these accounts were proactively banned, before any reports from users.

    It also received 10,707 grievances from the country in August, and the records “actioned” were 93. (With IANS Inputs)

  • WhatsApp’s Multi-Device Feature: A Step-by-Step Guide To Using Your Account On 4 Devices |

    New Delhi: WhatsApp is constantly evolving to keep up with users’ needs, rolling out new features that make staying connected easier and more engaging. In 2024, it introduced some exciting updates, including multiple account support, pinned messages, screen sharing, and even the ability to reply from the lock screen. One standout feature is multi-device support, which lets you use WhatsApp on several devices at once.

    Previously, WhatsApp required users to have separate numbers for each phone if they wanted to use the app on more than one device. However, in 2024, WhatsApp introduced a new feature that changed this. Now, with multi-device support, or “companion mode,” you can use the same WhatsApp account on multiple phones simultaneously. This update allows you to link up to four devices to your primary phone, and you can keep using them indefinitely—as long as you log in on your main device at least once every 14 days to maintain the connection.

    Whether you decide to link your phone to four other phones or to four computers, WhatsApp now makes it easy to do both. However, the steps to link additional phones and desktop devices differ slightly.

    Linking WhatsApp on Web

    – Open web.whatsapp.com on your laptop.

    – Use your phone to scan the QR code on the screen.

    – Once scanned, your chats will instantly load on your laptop.

    – The same steps work for the WhatsApp app on Windows.

    Linking WhatsApp on Smartphones

    – Install WhatsApp on your second phone.

    – Agree to the privacy policies.

    – On the screen where it asks for your phone number, tap the three dots in the upper-right corner.

    – From the drop-down menu, select the option to link this phone as a companion device.

    – A QR code scanner will open — use it to scan the QR code from your primary phone.

    – Once scanned, your WhatsApp account will link to the second phone.

    Limitations of Companion Mode

    The companion mode has a few limitations. Features like live location and status updates aren’t available on companion devices. Plus, if you don’t use your primary phone for more than 14 days, your companion devices will automatically log out.

  • NSE Unveils New App On iOS And Android With Exclusive Features, Expands Website To 12 Regional Languages ​​|

    NSE Mobile App: The National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) introduced its official mobile app, NSEIndia, and expanded its corporate website, www.nseindia.com, to support 12 regional languages.

    This launch celebrates NSE’s 30th anniversary, a remarkable milestone in its history. The NSE has made this advancement with an aim to empower investors with user-friendly tools, near real-time insights, and the ability to access market information in their preferred language.

    Adding further, NSE recently celebrated another achievement in October, as the total number of client accounts on the exchange crossed 20 crore, showcasing impressive growth over just eight months.

    The NSEIndia App is here! It’s fast, efficient and accessible! Get all updates, real-time data and insights on the market with just a swipe. Download the App now.#NSE #NSEIndia #AppLaunch #DownloadNow @ashishchauhan pic.twitter.com/eAdw9UaLgi — NSE India (@NSEIndia) November 1, 2024

    According to NSE, this dual launch reflects NSE’s dedication to democratizing financial information, making it easier for investors across the nation to engage with India’s capital markets.

    With this latest initiative, NSE’s website now offers content in a total of twelve languages, adding Assamese, Bengali, Kannada, Malayalam, Oriya, Punjabi, Tamil, and Telugu to the previously available English, Hindi, Marathi, and Gujarati.

    NSE Mobile App Availability:

    This linguistic expansion will reach investors across linguistic and regional barriers, fostering increased engagement and inclusivity. The newly launched NSEIndia mobile app, now available on both the Apple App Store and Android Play Store, promises an intuitive and secure experience for investors on the go.

    NSE Mobile App Features:

    The app’s initial release offers easy-to-use features, including an overview of key market indices, snapshots, trends, and turnover. Users can quickly check the top gainers, losers, and most active stocks on Nifty 50, search for any stock and create a personalized watchlist.

    There is also a dedicated section for options trading data, showing active calls, puts, and open interest, helping investors make more informed decisions. (With ANI Inputs)

  • Apple Launches New MacBook Pro With M4 Family Of Chips |

    Cupertino: Apple on Wednesday unveiled the new MacBook Pro powered by the M4 family of chips — M4, M4 Pro, and M4 Max — delivering much faster performance and enhanced capabilities.

    The new MacBook Pro is built for Apple Intelligence, the personal intelligence system that transforms how users work, communicate, and express themselves, while protecting their privacy.

    “Now available in space black and silver finishes, the 14-inch MacBook Pro includes the blazing-fast performance of M4 and three Thunderbolt 4 ports, starting with 16GB of memory, all at just Rs 169,900,” said the company.

    The 14 and 16-inch models with M4 Pro and M4 Max offer Thunderbolt 5 for faster transfer speeds and advanced connectivity.

    According to the company, all models include a Liquid Retina hours of battery life, the longest ever in a Mac.

    The new MacBook Pro is available to pre-order now, with availability beginning November 8, said the company,

    “MacBook Pro is an incredibly powerful tool that millions of people use to do their life’s best work, and today we’re making it even better,” said John Ternus, Apple’s senior vice president of Hardware Engineering.

    “With the powerful M4 family of chips, and packed with pro features like Thunderbolt 5, an advanced 12MP Center Stage camera, an all-new nano-texture display option, and Apple Intelligence, the new MacBook Pro continues to be, by far, the world’s best pro laptop,” he added.

    Built using second-generation 3-nanometer technology, the M4 family is the most advanced lineup of chips for a personal computer.

    The M4 family features phenomenal single-threaded CPU performance with the world’s fastest CPU core, along with outstanding multithreaded CPU performance for the most demanding workloads.

    Combined with machine learning accelerators in the CPU, an advanced GPU, and a faster and more efficient Neural Engine, Apple silicon is built from the ground up to deliver incredible performance for AI.

    The 14-inch MacBook Pro with M4 is the ideal choice for entrepreneurs, students, creators, or anyone doing what they love.

    For researchers, developers, engineers, creative pros, or anyone that needs even faster performance for more demanding workflows, MacBook Pro with M4 Pro offers a tremendous performance boost, said Apple.

    While, M4 Pro and M4 Max, two new chips that — along with M4 — bring far more power-efficient performance and advanced capabilities to the Mac.

    “With the world’s fastest CPU core, immensely more powerful GPUs, and the fastest Neural Engine ever, the power-efficient performance and capabilities of the M4 family extend its lead as the most advanced lineup of chips in the industry,” said Johny Srouji, Apple’s senior vice president of Hardware Technologies.

  • After Apple iPhone 16, Indonesia Bans Google Phone Sales: Here’s Why |

    New Delhi: Google smartphones, including the popular Pixel series will no longer be available for sale in Indonesia due to new regulations mandating that at least 40 per cent of a device’s parts be locally sourced. This move follows a similar decision by Apple, which has halted the sale of the iPhone 16 for the same reason. As a result, consumers in Indonesia will miss out on these devices until manufacturers can meet the country’s production requirements.

    “We are pushing these rules so that there’s fairness for all investors in Indonesia,” said Febri Hendri Antoni Arief, spokesperson for the industry ministry, on Thursday. “Google’s products have not adhered to the scheme we set, so they can’t be sold here.” He noted that consumers can still purchase Google Pixel phones from abroad, provided they pay the required taxes. He further mentioned that the country may consider deactivating phones that are sold illegally.

    Febri stated that consumers can still purchase Google Pixel phones from other countries as long as they pay the required taxes. He also mentioned that the government may consider deactivating phones that are sold illegally. This ban follows Indonesia’s recent decision to restrict iPhone 16 sales in the country due to similar violations of local content regulations.

    Companies have various options to comply with the ruling. For instance, different smartphone manufacturers established production facilities in Indonesia at different times: Samsung and Xiaomi invested in assembly plants, while Apple has focused on developer academies to enhance local expertise. These proactive steps enable them to meet local content requirements and maintain a presence in Indonesia’s smartphone market.

    Local content regulations are part of a broader industrial policy aimed at leveraging Indonesia’s large consumer market to boost domestic economic growth. Violating these regulations can result in significant sales restrictions, making it difficult for local companies to compete effectively against foreign giants like Google and Apple.

  • Google Vs ChatGPT: OpenAI Launches Its Own Search Tool – Here’s How It Works |

    New Delhi: OpenAI has entered the search arena and launched a powerful Google competitor called ChatGPT Search. Building on the success of its prototype, SearchGPT, this new ChatGPT-powered search tool is designed to provide users with fast, real-time answers and links to credible sources. Now, instead of turning to traditional search engines users can get instant, timely information directly from ChatGPT.

    “The benefits of a natural language interface are combined with real-time access to sports scores, news, stock quotes, and more,” explained OpenAI.

    The existing ChatGPT, also developed by OpenAI, enables web browsing based on user queries with the option to trigger searches by clicking a web search icon for instant answers. Meanwhile, ChatGPT Search, an advanced tool powered by an upgraded GPT-4 model, brings up-to-date information and images directly from web sources and links.

    Who currently has access to ChatGPT Search?

    ChatGPT Search is launching as a paid feature and it will be available to ChatGPT Plus and Team subscribers. Those on the SearchGPT waitlist will gain access starting Friday, with Enterprise and Edu users following in the next few weeks. OpenAI also plans to gradually make this feature available to all Free-tier users in the coming months.

    What makes ChatGPT Search work, and where does it get its information?

    OpenAI spokesperson Niko Felix explains that ChatGPT Search is built on a refined version of GPT-4, improved through innovative data techniques like output distillation from OpenAI’s o1-preview model, India Today reports. By integrating data from third-party search engines and select content partners, ChatGPT Search aims to deliver precise answers tailored to users’ queries.

  • WhatsApp New Feature: Now Filter Chats With Customized Lists –Check How To Use It |

    New Delhi: Meta-owned WhatsApp on Thursday made it easier to organize messages filling up users’ inbox, which will help them keep track of conversations with family members, work colleagues, college friends and more.

    Earlier this year, the popular messaging platform introduced chat filters as a way to find messages faster.

    “We’ve had great feedback that they help you keep track of your chats, and we’re excited to have quickly evolved them into Lists,” said the social media company.

    How To Filter Chats With Customized Lists On WhatsApp

    With Lists, you can now filter your chats with custom categories of your choice. Whether that’s a list for family, work or your local neighborhood, Lists help you focus on the conversations that are most important, when you need them.

    “You can create and edit your lists easily by tapping the + in the filter bar at the top of your Chats tab, or edit by long-pressing a list,” said WhatsApp.

    Similar to your ‘favorites’, you can add both groups and one-on-one chats to a list, and any list you create will appear in the filter bar.

    “We’re rolling Lists out to users today, and will be available to everyone in the coming weeks. We look forward to expanding the functionality of Lists to help you focus on the people and conversations that matter most,” the company informed.

    By default, WhatsApp will still open to the “All” category, which displays all messages in chronological order.

    Notably, WhatsApp already had a way to look at unread messages through a filter in the search bar. But with the new filter bubbles on top of the chat screen, the option is easily available.

    Gmail users might find these filter bubbles familiar as the Google-owned email service introduced a similar feature in 2020 to make search simpler.

  • BSNL Deploys Over 50,000 Indigenous 4G Sites In India’s Most Remote Regions |

    New Delhi: In a landmark move advancing India’s digital connectivity goals, the state-run telecom operator Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has successfully deployed more than 50,000 indigenous 4G sites nationwide, the Ministry of Communications announced.

    “Under the Government’s Atma Nirbhar Bharat initiative, Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has successfully deployed more than 50,000 indigenous 4G sites nationwide, significantly advancing India’s digital connectivity goals,” said the ministry.

    This deployment, in collaboration with Indian tech giants like Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Tejas Networks, the Center for Development of Telematics (C-DOT), and ITI Ltd., showcases the strength of India’s homegrown technology in fulfilling the country’s connectivity needs. . Designed, developed, and implemented entirely by Indian companies, BSNL’s 4G network embodies the concept of “Poorn Swadeshi” (Completely Indigenous) innovation, ushering in a new era for telecom in India, the ministry added.

    As of October 29, 2024, BSNL has installed over 50,000 sites, of which more than 41,000 are now operational, with nearly 36,747 sites established under the Phase IX.2 of the project and 5,000 sites under the 4G Saturation Project funded by Digital Bharat Nidhi. Fund erstwhile Universal Service Obligation Fund (USOF). These efforts are bolstering BSNL’s goal to deploy over 1,00,000 4G sites, a testament to its swift pace of expansion.

    Till July,2024, BSNL has put on Air 15000 sites. Moreover, the last three months have witnessed the addition of over 25,000 new 4G sites, serving as a powerful reminder of the impact of Swadeshi technology and BSNL’s commitment to connecting all of India.