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  • Fake ‘Brad Pitt’ Scams Two Women Out Of Rs 3 Crore With False Romance |

    New Delhi: Scammers impersonating famous celebrities are nothing new. In a shocking case, Spanish police have arrested five individuals for defrauding two women out of €325,000 (over Rs 3 crore) by pretending to be Hollywood star Brad Pitt. The scammers reached out to the victims via emails and WhatsApp. They faked romantic interest and convinced them to invest in bogus projects.

    How did the scammers find and target their victims?

    The scammers initially connected with the women through a Brad Pitt fan page. They built a fake sense of trust and used emotional manipulation to execute their scheme. They carefully researched the victims’ online profiles, especially on social media to find and target those who seemed vulnerable.

    Targeting Vulnerable Individuals

    Spanish authorities disclosed that the scammers specifically targeted women going through emotional struggles and personal difficulties. “The cybercriminals studied the victims’ social media profiles and created psychological profiles, discovering that both women were vulnerable, lonely, and battling depression,” Spain’s Guardia Civil police told The Guardian.

    One victim from Andalusia was scammed out of €175,000 (around Rs 2 crore), while another victim from the Basque Country lost €150,000 (over Rs 1 crore).

  • LinkedIn Adds Bengali, Marathi, Punjabi And Telugu Language Options |

    New Delhi: Leading professional networking platform LinkedIn on Thursday announced it has added 10 new language options, including four Indian regional languages.

    The new language options are Vietnamese, Greek, Persian, Finnish, Hebrew, Hungarian, along with four Indian regional languages ​​— Bengali, Marathi, Telugu and Punjabi.

    The new additions bring LinkedIn’s support to five Indian languages, including Hindi, it said in a statement.

    “We’re excited to announce that LinkedIn is now more inclusive and accessible than ever. We’ve expanded our language support to include 10 new languages, each representing a vibrant part of our global community,” said Chief Product Officer Tomer Cohen.

    LinkedIn’s member base in India has surpassed 135 million, with engagement rates growing at 20 per cent year-over-year. India stands as LinkedIn’s second-largest and fastest-growing market.

    By adding these languages, LinkedIn aims to bridge language barriers on the platform, allowing more people to establish deeper professional identities and engage more meaningfully with their networks.

    “With these additions, our platform now supports a total of 36 languages, helping professionals around the world connect, communicate, and collaborate more effectively,” said Cohen.

    Last month, the Microsoft-owned platform appointed Kumaresh Pattabiraman as new Country Manager and Product Head in India.

    According to Pattabiraman, LinkedIn has evolved from being just a jobs platform to becoming a dynamic global community where professionals connect for jobs, learning, networking, and knowledge sharing.

    India is among the top five countries with the fastest-growing AI talent and has the highest AI skill penetration globally, and LinkedIn members are using AI skills three times more frequently than the global average.

    LinkedIn recently launched a new video experience in India, in a bid to tap into one of the fastest-growing markets with uploads growing 60 per cent year-on-year in the country.

  • Truecaller Launches ‘Auto-Block Spam’ Feature For iPhone: Know What It Is And How It Works |

    New Delhi: Truecaller has rolled out a new feature for iPhones running iOS 18 called “Auto-Block Spam”. It is aimed at tackling the increasing problem of unwanted calls from scammers and telemarketers. The feature simplifies blocking these calls. The feature which was earlier available on Android has now been added to the premium options for iPhone users.

    What is Auto Block Spam?

    The ‘Auto-Block Spam’ feature helps stop spam calls from reaching your phone by automatically blocking numbers identified by Truecaller as spam. Instead of ringing, these blocked calls will show up in your call log marked as ‘Fraud’ or ‘Scammer’. This handy feature is available only to Truecaller Premium users.

    How Does Auto-Block Spam Function?

    You can turn on Auto-Block Spam by going to the ‘Protect’ option in the app. This feature lets you automatically reject incoming fraudulent calls. Truecaller gives you the option to block either the ‘Top Spammers’ or ‘All Spammers’, helping you avoid unwanted calls without any hassle.

    Premium-only perks

    The Auto-Block Spam feature saves users from the hassle of manually dealing with spam calls but is only available to Truecaller Premium subscribers. Along with this, premium users enjoy benefits like priority customer support, an ad-free experience, and Live Caller ID on iOS.

    Call Scanner

    Earlier in May, Truecaller launched the “AI Call Scanner” for Android. This tool uses AI to detect spam calls, even those using cloned or synthesized voices. It’s designed to differentiate between human and AI-generated voices, helping users stay alert to potential scams and frauds.

  • Samsung Galaxy M15 5G Prime Edition Launched In India With 50MP Triple Camera Setup; Check Specs, Price |

    Samsung Galaxy M15 5G Prime Edition India Launch: South Korean giant Samsung has launched the launch of Samsung Galaxy M15 5G Prime Edition. It is set to offer users an enhanced smartphone experience with a Super AMOLED display, a 6000mAh battery, and a 50MP triple camera. The company claims that the phone will receive 4 generations of OS upgrades and 5 years of security updates to ensure users can enjoy the latest features and enhanced security for years to come.

    The phone is available in three trendy colors – Blue Topaz, Celestial Blue and Stone Gray color options.

    Samsung Galaxy M15 5G Prime Edition Price In India And Availability

    The smartphone is available in three storage models. The 4GB RAM + 128GB storage variant is priced at Rs 10,999, offering a balanced performance for basic tasks. For enhanced multitasking, the 6GB RAM + 128GB storage option is available at Rs 11,999. The top-tier 8GB RAM + 128GB storage model, priced at Rs 13,499, provides smoother performance for demanding apps and gaming. The phone will be available on Amazon.in, Samsung.com and at select retail stores.

    Samsung Galaxy M15 5G Prime Edition Display

    The phone dons a segment-best 6.5 inch Super AMOLED display with FHD+ resolution giving users an immersive viewing experience. The Vision Booster technology in Galaxy M15 5G Prime Edition makes scrolling through social media feeds, even in outdoor settings, a breeze for tech-savvy Gen Z and millennial customers.

    Samsung Galaxy M15 5G Prime Edition Battery

    It comes with a segment-best 6000 mAh battery that can power the smartphone for up to two days, allowing users to binge on their favorite entertainment and keeping them connected and productive throughout the day.

    Samsung Galaxy M15 5G Prime Edition Camera

    It sports a 50MP triple camera setup including an ultra-wide camera and Video Digital Image Stabilization (VDIS) to reduce blur or distortion in videos arising from unsteady or shaky movements. Galaxy M15 5G Prime Edition also houses a 13MP front camera for crisp and clear selfies.

    Samsung Galaxy M15 5G Prime Edition Performance

    It is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ processor allowing users to multi-task smoothly. The processor also delivers a smoother streaming, and uninterrupted browsing experience along with handling demanding tasks at ease. The Galaxy M15 5G Prime Edition also comes with up to 8GB RAM with the RAM Plus feature. The unique RAM Plus solution allows users to add virtual RAM as per their requirements.

    Samsung Galaxy M15 5G Prime Edition Features

    It comes with innovations such as Voice Focus that cut the ambient noise for an amazing calling experience. It also features defense-grade Knox Security, ensuring that users are worry-free when it comes to privacy and security on their smartphones.

    The handset will also come with the Quick Share feature which enables users to instantly share files, photos and documents with any other device, even if they are far away, including your laptop and tab, privately.

  • Nothing Ear Open Launched In India With ChatGPT Support Under Rs 20,000; Check Specs, Price |

    Nothing Ear Open India Launch: British consumer technology brand Nothing has officially rolled out its new open-ear style wireless earbuds in India, the Nothing Ear Open. The wireless earbuds come in a single White color option.

    The Nothing Ear Open comes with ChatGPT support and ships the Ear Open in a transparent case. Moreover, the company claims that the new TWS earbuds pack a Sound Seal System and directional speakers so only you can hear the music.

    The dual-microphone setup on the earbuds sports AI-powered Clear Voice Technology. The earbuds are also equipped with many features which include a low lag mode for gaming, support for Microsoft Swift Pair and Google Fast Pair, and a Find My Earbuds function.

    Nothing Ear Open Price In India

    The Nothing Ear (Open) is priced at Rs 17,999 in India. Pre-orders will be available on the company’s website starting September 24, with sales commencing on October 1, 2024.

    Nothing Ear Open Specifications:

    The Nothing Ear (Open) earbuds are equipped with 14.2mm titanium-coated drivers in each bud, delivering enhanced sound with a bass boost. The TWS earbuds house a 64mAh battery, while the case is packed with a 635mAh battery, promising up to 30 hours of playback.

    The new device features Nothing’s signature transparent design. The earbuds also come with Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity and support for dual-device pairing.

    However, it’s worth noting that the Nothing Ear (Open) does not offer Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) support. The British consumer technology brand has implemented an innovative three-point balance system with silicone ear hooks, resulting in earbuds that weigh just 8.1 grams each.

  • iQOO Z9 Turbo Plus Launched With 6,400mAh Battery And 50MP Primary Camera; Check Specs, Price |

    New Delhi: Chinese smartphone brand iQOO has launched the iQOO Z9 Turbo+ in China. The newly launched smartphone is a new entrant in the iQOO Z9 series that already has the iQOO Z9, iQOO Z9x, iQOO Z9 Lite, iQOO Z9s series and iQOO Z9 Turbo. However, all the smartphones are not available in all markets.

    The iQOO Z9 Turbo+ smartphone comes in Moonshadow Titanium, Starlight White, and Dark at Night color options. The handset is offered in 12GB + 256GB, 12GB + 512GB, 16GB + 256GB and 16GB + 512GB model.

    iQOO Z9 Turbo+ Price

    The iQOO Z9 Turbo+ starts at CNY 2,299 (approximately Rs. 27,300) in China for the base variant featuring 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. The 12GB + 512GB variant is priced at CNY 2,499 (around Rs. 29,700), while the 16GB + 512GB model is available for CNY 2,899 (roughly Rs. 34,500).

    iQOO Z9 Turbo+ Specifications:

    The dual-SIM (Nano+Nano) smartphone features a 6.78-inch 1.5K (1,260 x 2,800 pixels) AMOLED screen with a 144Hz refresh rate. It is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ SoC paired with a dedicated Q1 chipset for gaming.

    The phone features a resolution of 2800 x 1260 pixels, a remarkable 93.42% screen-to-body ratio, and a peak HDR brightness of 4500 nits. It supports a P3 wide color gamut and comes with SGS certification for low blue light and low flicker. Adding further, it includes an anti-fatigue brightness adjustment 2.0 for enhanced viewing comfort.

    It is equipped with a 6,400mAh battery with 80W fast charging support. On the optics front, the smartphone comes with a 50MP primary camera and an 8MP secondary sensor. For selfies and video chats, there is a 16MP shooter on the front.

    The handset ships with Android 14-based OriginOS 4 out of the box and comes with a 6K VC cooling, and mobile ray tracing.

  • Did You Know How Many Smartphone Users Will Use Digital Identity Wallets By 2026?: Reports |

    New Delhi: At least 500 million smartphone users globally will regularly make verifiable claims using a digital identity wallet (DIW) by 2026, a report said on Tuesday.

    Identity verification establishes confidence in the identity of a person during a digital interaction when curated credentials do not exist, are not available or do not provide sufficient assurance.

    However, due to challenges with the traditional IDV model, solutions based on portable digital identity (PDI) have emerged, according to a Gartner report.

    “The market is entering a transition period as PDI solutions are starting to mature, which in the next five years, will reduce the demand for standalone IDV,” said Akif Khan, VP Analyst at Gartner.

    The current IDV model of a user being asked to do the ID-plus-selfie process repeatedly, is not ideal. Khan said that the processes in place today are focused and limited to core identity data (name, date of birth, address etc.).

    As more and more processes move online, there is a need to tie many other attributes to a user’s identity, such as educational or workplace qualifications, proof of employment, not to mention healthcare data, Khan noted.

    A PDI is best defined as a digital identity that contains all the necessary attributes for identifying someone in the digital world. PDI also means that the user maintains some level of control over security and privacy.

    According to the Gartner report, the principle of PDI is that the user formerly proves their identity with a trusted entity, and once authenticated, it is recorded as an identity assertion.

    That identity assertion is either stored with the party that verified their identity (centralized model) or saved in a DIW on their smartphone (decentralised model).

    The European Commission will also require all EU member states to make a DIW available to citizens by 2026.

  • iPhone 16 Pro Touchscreen Issues: Users Face Delayed Response After Tapping Or Swiping Screen; Here’s How Netizens React |

    iPhone 16 Pro Touchscreen Issues: Apple recently launched the iPhone 16 series in the Indian market. Now, users are complaining that they are facing issues with the iPhone 16 Pro. However, there has been a rise in the number of complaints of facing issues with the iPhone 16 Pro touchscreen including delayed responses and unregistered taps, as per reported by 9to5Mac.

    Furthermore, the report suggests that the issue appears to stem from a software bug, rather than a hardware fault. Users reported that unresponsiveness after tapping or swiping the screen, particularly near the camera control on the right side. Some users speculated that the issue may be related to the phone’s very thin bezel.

    iPhone 16 Pro touchscreen issues, such as delayed responses and unregistered taps, have been reported by several users. The problem seems to stem from a software bug rather than a hardware fault.#Techinformer #Apple #iPhone16 pic.twitter.com/KrBK25RJle — Tech Informer (@Tech_Informer_) September 23, 2024

    Apart from this, a Reddit user highlighted issues encountered by iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max users. They explained that if the screen is touched near the camera control button; the display becomes unresponsive, except for the home bar, until the touch is released. This accidental screen contact seems to cause iOS to misinterpret inputs, resulting in a frustrating experience for users.

    Apple Remains Silent On iPhone 16 Pro Touchscreen Glitch

    Apple has yet to respond to the reported touchscreen issues affecting the iPhone 16 Pro. All models in the iPhone 16 series operate on iOS 18, and if the problem is software-related, it may be addressed in the upcoming iOS 18.1 update.

    Here’s how netizens react

    iPhone 16 Pro touchscreen issues, such as delayed responses and unregistered taps, have been reported by several users. The problem seems to stem from a software bug rather than a hardware fault.#Techinformer #Apple #iPhone16 pic.twitter.com/KrBK25RJle — Tech Informer (@Tech_Informer_) September 23, 2024


    iPhone 16 Pro users are experiencing an issue with the touchscreen where certain areas become unresponsive to presses and gestures.

    This appears to be a result of overly sensitive accidental click protection.

    The problem seems to be software-related. pic.twitter.com/unXWJKPvsA — (@TechLiandr) September 24, 2024

    iPhone 16 Pro Max has some serious issues with the touch response. Had to remove the screen protector, and even without that, it skips taking touch inputs every now and then. — Mukul Sharma (@stufflistings) September 24, 2024

    I’m experiencing touch issues with my iPhone 16 Pro screen especially around the portion marked in red. Thought it was my screen protector but with or without, it still has an issue. Haptics feed back registers but the characters don’t. pic.twitter.com/n68kT2f8iP — Ben Manzi (@HalfManHalfTech) September 23, 2024

    iPhone 16 Pro Specifications:

    The premium smartphone features a 6.3-inch OLED Super Retina XDR display with a resolution of 2,622 x 1,206 pixels, delivering a vivid and crisp visual experience.

    It runs on iOS 18 and is powered by the A18 Pro processor, ensuring seamless performance. The camera setup includes a 48-megapixel fusion main camera, a 48-megapixel ultrawide lens, and a 5x telephoto lens, accompanied by a 12-megapixel front camera for clear selfies.

    It comes in storage options of 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB, with no expandable storage. The battery life supports up to 27 hours of video playback and up to 22 hours when streamed.

    The handset offers 20W wired charging, along with MagSafe wireless charging up to 25W and Qi2 charging up to 15W. The features include Apple Intelligence, an Action button, a Camera Control button, 4x audio microphones, Dynamic Island, and a brightness range from 1 to 2,000 nits. The phone is IP68 resistant and comes in black, white, natural, and desert titanium colours.

  • TECNO Pop 9 5G Launched In India With Android 14 Under Rs 10,000; Check Specs, Price |

    TECNO Pop 9 5G India Launch: TECNO has launched the TECNO Pop 9 5G smartphone in the Indian market. The newly-launched smartphone is the successor to the Tecno Pop 8, which was unveiled in the country earlier this year.

    It is offered in Aurora Cloud, Azure Sky and Midnight Shadow color options with two additional back panel skins in the box. The company says that it will offer over 4 years of lag-free performance.

    The handset is the first 5G phone in the segment with NFC support and runs Android 14 with HiOS 14. It is offered in 4GB+64GB and the 4GB + 128GB model.

    Tecno Pop 9 5G Price And Bank Offer

    The smartphone is priced at Rs 9,499 for the base 4GB + 64GB model and the 4GB + 128GB model costs Rs 9,999. The phone is now available for pre-order from Amazon.in and will go on sale starting from October 7.

    There is a Rs 1000 bank offer, the effective starting price of the phone is Rs. 8,499.

    Tecno Pop 9 5G Pre-Booking

    According to the e-commerce platform, the customers can pre-book the handset with a token amount of Rs 499, which will be credited back as Amazon Pay Balance at the time of purchase.

    It will be available for purchase in early October, according to the company.

    Tecno Pop 9 5G Specifications:

    The smartphone features an unspecified LCD screen with a 120Hz refresh rate. It is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 SoC along with 4GB of RAM and up to 128GB of onboard storage.

    The dual-SIM (Nano+Nano) smartphone packs a 5,000mAh battery with support for 18W wired charging.

    On the optics front, the smartphone carries a 48-megapixel rear camera sensor alongside an LED flash. For selfies and video chats, there is an 8-megapixel shooter at the front.

    The handset features dual speakers with Dolby Atmos. It carries an infrared (IR) transmitter and an IP54 rating for dust and splash resistance.

  • iPhone 15, iPhone 14 Get A Big Price Cut As iPhone 16 Series Goes On Sale In India –Check Latest Rates |

    New Delhi: As the latest iPhone 16 goes on sale in India, those looking to settle for the older models of iPhones could have a better deal now. Both iPhone 15 and iPhone 14 models have got an official price drop as the iPhone 16 models go on sale in the country.

    iPhone 15, iPhone 14 Price In India After Rate Cut

    The price of iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus (128GB), as well as that of iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus (128GB) has got a discount of Rs 10,000.

    The iPhone 15 128GB with the latest price cut is priced at Rs 69,900 as against Rs 79,900. Phone 15 Plus 128GB will come at Rs 79,900, drop from Rs 89,900. iPhone 14 128GB has now been priced at Rs 59,900, from Rs 69,900 earlier, while the iPhone 14 Plus 128GB will come at Rs 69,900 instead of Rs 79,900.

    iPhone 16 Available In India

    Apple iPhone 16 series — iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max went on sale in India on September 20. Customers who are eager to exchange their older iPhone model, can get up to Rs 67,500 being adjusted towards a new device, Apple has said.

    Cashbacks and bank offers include –Rs 5,000 instant cashback from select banks –American Express, Axis Bank, and ICICI Bank. Apple is also offering no-interest equated monthly installment (no-cost EMI) plans of three and six months.

    iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB storage options. The price of iPhone 16 Pro starts at Rs 119,900 while the iPhone 16 Pro Max starts at Rs 144,900.

    iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus is available in 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB storage options. The price of iPhone 16 starts at Rs 79,900 while iPhone 16 Plus starts at Rs 89.900.