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How an artist gave computers an aesthetic soul without writing a single line of code?

Susan Kare revolutionized computer design in the 1980s by making technology more user-friendly. Her work on the Apple Macintosh included creating playful icons and developing digital typography. These contributions made computers less intimidating and more accessible to millions. Her impact extended beyond Apple, influencing various tech giants and leaving a lasting legacy on modern user interface design.

28 Mar 2025 7:25 pm
WhatsApp can now be set as the default calling and texting app on iPhone. Learn how

WhatsApp can now be set as the default app for calls and messages on iPhone; Benefits include time savings, security, free international calls, and easy multimedia sharing; The feature is available to beta testers and will roll out more widely soon.

28 Mar 2025 4:00 pm
Which is the most secure messaging app? Expert weighs in after U.S. war plan leak blunder

A messaging error revealed confidential U.S. military discussions, placing digital security in the spotlight. The incident involved adding The Atlantic's editor-in-chief to a secure Signal group chat. It reignited the debate over the most secure messaging app, highlighting Signal, iMessage, and WhatsApp. Experts emphasize that no app can prevent human errors, the root cause of this breach.

27 Mar 2025 10:48 pm
Samsung to launch new XR smart glasses this year, competing with Meta's Ray-Ban

Samsung is set to launch new XR smart glasses this year, developed under the codename Project HAEAN. These lightweight glasses, expected to rival Metas Ray-Ban smart glasses, will feature Galaxy AI, multiple cameras, and support for payments, gestures, and facial recognition. Powered by a Qualcomm chipset with a Sony IMX681 sensor and Googles Gemini AI model, they aim to enhance user interactions.

27 Mar 2025 10:09 pm
Bill Gates startling AI prophecy: Humans wont be needed for most things' in 10 years

Bill Gates predicts that within a decade, AI will advance to the point where humans are no longer needed for most tasks. He emphasizes that AI will make expert knowledge widely accessible and affordable, reshaping medical, educational and other fields. However, concerns about job displacement and misinformation persist. Gates encourages young innovators to embrace AIs potential.

26 Mar 2025 10:40 pm
Meta unveils new AI-driven marketing solutions to help brands accelerate growth

Meta has launched AI-powered marketing tools to help brands collaborate with the right creators for better sales growth. New features include AI-driven content and creator recommendations in Instagrams creator marketplace, enhanced creator insights, and a keyword search tool for precise matches. Businesses can now access creator engagement data, view playable Reels, and identify experienced creators through badges.

26 Mar 2025 10:31 pm
Bill Gates predicts only three jobs will survive the AI takeover. Here is why

AI is revolutionizing industries with potential job displacement, warns Bill Gates, though coders, energy experts, and biologists will remain essential for now. These professions, crucial for AI development, energy strategy, and scientific research, require skills AI can't yet replicate. Gates advises workers to adapt, anticipating AI's evolving impact on the job market.

26 Mar 2025 4:01 pm
Leaked 'iPhone 17' images fuel wild speculation: Is Apple planning to surprise us with its boldest redesign yet?

Leaked images of the anticipated iPhone 17 reveal a slimmer frame, new horizontal camera layout, and potential shift from titanium to aluminum finishes. Dividing opinions, the possible inclusion of an iPhone 17 Air, featuring a minimalist design, sparks both excitement and criticism. Official unveiling expected in September might confirm these significant design changes.

19 Mar 2025 5:36 pm
Researchers use AI to unearth a 5,000-year-old civilization beneath the worlds largest desert. But how?

Evidence of a 5,000-year-old civilization has been found buried beneath the Rub al-Khali desert. Researchers used AI and satellite imaging to make this discovery. Dubai Culture has approved excavations in the identified areas. The technology could be used to find more lost civilizations in other desert regions worldwide. This groundbreaking research has excited the scientific community.

17 Mar 2025 1:27 am
AI could wipe out '40-50% white-collar' Indian jobs: Atomberg founder warns about 'end of the middle class'

Mumbai-based entrepreneur and Atomberg founder Arindam Paul has sparked a heated discussion on LinkedIn, warning that artificial intelligence (AI) could significantly reduce white-collar jobs in India, particularly in the IT and BPO sectors. He cautioned that without enough well-paying jobs in manufacturing, AI-driven job losses could threaten Indias middle class and overall economic growth. Paul criticized corporations for focusing on AI-powered cost-cutting without considering its impact on co

15 Mar 2025 5:42 pm