Government Releases High-Risk Warning for Users of Samsung Mobile Phones

The Indian government has recently issued heightened security alerts, specifically targeting users of Samsung Galaxy phones. The security advisory, issued by the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) on December 13, emphasizes multiple vulnerabilities affecting millions of Samsung Galaxy phones, encompassing both older and newer models. 

Categorized as high-risk, the security alert underscores the critical importance for existing Samsung users to promptly update their phone's operating system or firmware. CERT highlighted, "Multiple vulnerabilities have been reported in Samsung products that could allow an attacker to bypass implemented security restrictions, access sensitive information, and execute arbitrary code on the targeted system."

Instagram Notes feature received a significant enhancement, allowing users to share video status

Instagram Notes has undergone a stylish upgrade, introducing additional features to enhance user experience. Launched a year ago on December 13, 2022, Instagram Notes initially provided a platform for users to share brief status updates visible to mutual followers and close friends accessing DMs. In a bid to inject more excitement into status updates, Instagram now allows users to incorporate a 2-second video. This video, set to play on a loop and vanish within 24 hours, offers a creative twist to the formerly text-centric format.

Redmi Note 13 5G Series Expected Launch Date

Xiaomi has officially confirmed that the Redmi Note 13 5G series is set to launch in India during the first week of January. While specific models like the Redmi Note 13, Redmi Note 13 Pro, and Redmi Note 13 Pro+ are expected, the company has not explicitly mentioned them in the announcement. The handsets, originally unveiled in China in September, share key features such as a 6.67-inch 1.5K full-HD+ AMOLED display and a 16-megapixel front camera across all three variants. The Redmi Note 13 Pro+ runs on a MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Ultra SoC, while the Redmi Note 13 Pro is powered by a Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 SoC. Xiaomi has confirmed the India launch date as January 4, and interested customers can visit the landing page on Xiaomi's India website to receive updates and click on the "Notify Me" button.

Nokia 110 4G and Nokia 106 4G now offer compatibility with YouTube Shorts and additional cloud applications

Nokia 110 4G and Nokia 106 4G, which made their debut in India earlier this year, are receiving an update. Launched in July and May, respectively, the Nokia 110 and Nokia 106 initially featured inbuilt UPI 123PAY support for instant and contactless payments. Now, HMD, the parent company of Nokia, has announced the introduction of support for YouTube Shorts and several other cloud applications for these 4G-enabled phones. Priced at Rs. 2,399 and Rs. 2,199 in India, the Nokia 110 4G and Nokia 106 4G users can access the new features by tapping the Cloud icon and signing in using their Google IDs. This update brings YouTube Shorts and seven other apps, including BBC Hindi, Sokoban, 2048 Game, and Tetris, to the devices.

Android built-in phishing protection

Phishing is a type of cyberattack employed by hackers to trick users into divulging sensitive information. These attacks can be highly sophisticated, underscoring the need for constant vigilance and verification of the legitimacy of the app or website where you enter your credentials. In an effort to enhance protection against phishing attacks on Android, Google appears to be working on a new feature that will automatically identify potentially deceptive apps. 

E3 Gaming Event Has Officially Been Cancelled

E3, long considered the premier gaming event for nearly two decades, has officially met its end. The Entertainment Software Association (ESA) announced the permanent cancellation of the annual event in an official post on X and the E3 website.

ASUS ROG Phone 8 surfaces in official image

An initial teaser of the ROG Phone 8 provided a glimpse of the upcoming offering, confirming a redesigned camera module. ASUS conducted a blind camera test on its official website, prompting visitors to select the best-looking photo in various scenarios. Upon completing the test, the page unveils the ROG Phone 8, offering a better view of the design of the upcoming device's back panel.

Microsoft Edge will remain open even after closing your final tab, eliminating the need for any extensions

At present, Microsoft Edge can be closed in three ways, excluding system options such as the Task Manager. You can close the browser by selecting the "X" in the upper-right corner of the app. Alternatively, you can shut down Edge by clicking the "..." menu and selecting "Close Microsoft Edge." Lastly, closing all tabs in Edge results in the entire browser closing, at least for now.