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Telegram has reached 1 billion active users each month, making it the second most popular messaging app globally, after WhatsApp. Telegram generated revenues of 7 million in 2024, with each user opening the app 21 times daily and spending approximately 41 minutes per day on it. Pavel Durov returned to Dubai after facing legal challenges in France, where he was detained for nearly six months due to serious allegations. In Ukraine, around 73% of users rely on Telegram for news updates, reflecting a 1% increase over the past year.
The Fremont News-Messenger app is available for download on Apple and Google Play stores, providing residents of Sandusky County access to local news and the eNewspaper. It features a customizable interface for news alerts, in-depth journalism, and a digital replica of the daily newspaper. Users can browse, clip, and share articles, adjust text size, listen to articles, and access previous editions. The app includes tailored news alerts, a "My Topics" feature for personalized content, and additional customization options like saving stories and switching to night mode. It is free to download, with subscriptions offering unlimited access to all content, including breaking news updates from the USA TODAY network.
The publisher behind franchises such as BioShock, Civilization, and Mafia announced that games including BioShock Remastered, BioShock 2 Remastered, BioShock Infinite, The Quarry, and Marvel's Midnight Suns will be launched without a separate launcher. They are implementing algorithms to remove the launcher for titles like Mafia Trilogy Definitive Edition, Civilization VI, Civilization V, XCOM 2, and XCOM: Chimera Squad. The publisher has also addressed concerns about the launcher potentially appearing when launching games through Steam and encourages players to connect via their 80 Level Talent platform, Discord server, and social media channels.
The requirement for players to link their PlayStation Network (PSN) accounts has been implemented for both live service and single-player games, including Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered. This has led to player dissatisfaction and mixed reviews for the game. Helldivers 2 faced negative feedback and "review-bombing," which resulted in Sony removing the PSN account linking requirement for that game. However, other upcoming Sony titles on PC may still require account linking, which the company states is necessary for security purposes.
Google has introduced the XML Watch Face Format (WFF) for Wear OS, optimizing memory usage and enhancing battery life for smartwatches. However, this has led to a decline in creativity for Android watch faces, resulting in the loss of popular apps like Facer. The WFF restricts complex animations and features, limiting memory usage to 10MB in ambient mode and 100MB in interactive mode. Users of the Galaxy Watch 7 and Pixel Watch 3 are left with default options or limited WFF alternatives, discouraging innovation. Facer is working with Google to integrate its service with Wear OS 5, but the transition requires converting its library of 500,000 faces to XML, which would strip away many features. Users would need to repurchase previously acquired faces, as the current Play Store structure lacks adequate support for developers. There are suggestions for Google to allow third-party installations of WFF faces or acquire Facer to improve watch face discovery.
Artificial intelligence chatbots are being developed to assist users with various tasks, but many find them rigid and overly formal. Microsoft is enhancing its chatbot, Copilot, to create a more engaging experience by introducing features like real-time voice interactions and the ability to interpret images and text. The updated Copilot aims to communicate in a warm tone and provide emotional support, distinguishing itself in a competitive market. Microsoft envisions Copilot as a digital companion that integrates into users' lives, offering assistance beyond productivity. The company has addressed previous criticisms of its chatbot by refining its responses and hiring voice actors to create distinct voice options. New features include a daily function for weather and news updates, integration with the Edge browser, and a testing platform called "Copilot Labs" for users to explore upcoming functionalities. Microsoft assures that privacy concerns related to data retention have been addressed with the new Copilot Vision feature.
Ukraine has banned the installation of the Telegram messaging app on state-issued devices for government officials, military personnel, and workers in defense and critical infrastructure sectors due to cybersecurity threats posed by Russia. The ban, announced by Ukraine's Security and Defense Council, is a precaution during the ongoing war with Russia. Concerns have been raised about Telegram being exploited for cyberattacks, phishing schemes, and tracking user locations. Exceptions to the ban are allowed for individuals who need to use the app for official duties, while Ukrainian citizens can still use Telegram on personal devices. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is expected to continue using the app for communication with the public. Ukraine's intelligence chief, Kyrylo Budanov, has expressed concerns about the app's security vulnerabilities, emphasizing the need to prioritize national security over freedom of speech in this context.
Nearly 97% of Americans own smartphones, engaging with them every 10 to 12 minutes. The default lock screen on Android devices features a background image, a clock, and basic unlocking options. The Android custom lock screen allows for dynamic displays, real-time news updates, sports scores, and weather updates. Benefits of the Android custom lock screen include personalization through AI, enhanced security, and aesthetic appeal. Popular customization options include clock style, wallpaper, shortcuts, notifications, and widgets. The Glance smart lock screen is a premium feature on devices from brands like Samsung and Xiaomi, offering real-time updates, privacy assurance, customizable content, AI-driven personalization, and interactive elements.
The updated Recall feature has raised concerns due to its previous ability to capture screenshots of user activity, leading to fears about potential data leaks and privacy issues. While the intelligent media search aims to enhance efficiency in locating files, users are apprehensive about granting unrestricted access to their personal data.
