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Table of Contents Table of Contents Bad impact, across the board Corrective tools are available, too There is a lot of debate on how exposure to blue light from screens is affecting human sleep patterns. It is, however, generally accepted that using electronic devices has affected our sleep-wake habits, delaying the onset of sleep and overall quality. Now, fresh research says screen use before bed hurts sleep habits across all age groups, and in varied ways. Research published in the JAMA Journal analyzed the pattern of screen usage right before falling asleep in over 122,000 participants for a period of…
Realme 14 5G has been unveiled in select global markets. The handset is powered by a Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 chipset paired with 12GB RAM. It is backed by a 6,000mAh battery with 45W SuperVOOC charging and bypass charging support. The smartphone is equipped with a dedicated GT Boost mode to improve gaming experience. It is said to support up to 120fps frame rate for smooth gameplay. The phone also carries a 6,050mm² VC liquid cooling system. The Mecha Design as well as key features of the handset are similar to the Realme Neo 7x handset, which was introduced in China in February.Realme 14 5G…
WhatsApp has rolled out a new update for its iOS app which lets users set it as the default app for calls and messages. The feature was initially spotted in a beta version of the app but has since been rolled out widely and is available to all WhatsApp for iOS users. The release of this feature builds upon the ability to change the default calling and messaging apps on iPhone which Apple introduced with the iOS 18.2 update in December.WhatsApp as Default App for Calls and MessagesThe latest WhatsApp for iOS app version 25.8.74 introduces the instant messaging platform as an option…
OpenAI has enforced temporary rate limits on image generation using the latest GPT-4o model after the internet was hit with a tsunami of images recreated in a style inspired by Studio Ghibli. The announcement comes just a day after OpenAI stripped free ChatGPT users of the ability to generate images with its new model. OpenAI’s co-founder and CEO Sam Altman said the trend was straining OpenAI’s server architecture and suggested the load may be warming it up too much. Altman posted on X that while “it’s super fun” to witness the internet being painted in art inspired by the classic…
How often do you take screenshots of exciting destinations from travel blogs and TikTok videos but forget about them entirely when you’re planning your next vacation? Don’t fuss if the answer is “plenty.” The increasing information overload leaves little room for memories of a fascinating spot in another random part of the world. Thankfully, the new Gemini AI features in Google Maps can do just that, so your interesting saves don’t go buried under the myriad screenshots on your phone. After recently receiving Gemini’s superpowers to assist you in discovering places, Google Maps is gaining the ability to look through…
OnePlus is rolling out the latest version of its Android 15-based operating system (OS) dubbed OxygenOS 15 for the OnePlus 12R, OnePlus Nord 4, and the OnePlus Pad 2 in India, the company announced via separate posts on its community forum on Wednesday. The update enables users to customise folders more freely, choose how many apps are displayed in the dock, adds Privacy Center to Phone Manager, and improves Wi-Fi network switching. It also bundles the March 2025 Android security patch.OxygenOS 15 Update for OnePlus 12R, OnePlus Nord 4 and OnePlus Pad 2According to OnePlus, the update brings software version to OxygenOS…
Google has announced several new measures aimed at combating malicious apps, fraudulent and deceptive apps on the Play Store. The company also says it will make it easier for developers to submit apps using pre-review checks, while improving the Play Integrity API to preventing the spread of harmful apps outside the company’s app store. Google says it will also expand its live threat detection feature to identify applications designed to impersonate financial apps, and introduce new badges to provide validation for specific app categories on the Play Store.Google to Expand, Enhance Play Integrity API for More UsersThe company states that…
Fighting games have long established a trend of including guest characters on their rosters. Whether you’re talking about Akuma appearing in Tekken 7, Yoda showing up in Soulcalibur IV, or the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles being added as DLC in Injustice 2, guest characters are nothing new for this genre. However, with the announcement of soccer legend Cristiano Ronaldo joining its main roster, the upcoming Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves makes a strong case for hosting one of the more unique and unpredictable guest inclusions. Widely regarded as one of the greatest soccer players to ever step foot on…
YouTube Premium, despite its recent string of price hikes, has continued to grow and even diversify its subscription tiers with low-cost, watered-down plans. The most notable of its perks is ad-free video watching, which remains a core subscription driver for people who flock to the service for entertainment, work, or education. The company has now started testing a new feature that lets YouTube Premium subscribers share ad-free videos with their friends, family members, or any other acquaintances. It’s not a free buffet situation, however, as the number of shared ad-free videos maxes out at ten per month. The core premise…
Dreamhaven, a publisher founded in 2020 by Blizzard co-founder and former CEO Mike Morhaime, held its first showcase yesterday detailing updates for a handful of titles from its studios. The publisher was formed alongside other Blizzard alumni to “create and publish original games for players around the world.” To that end, it established two internal studios, Secret Door and Moonshot Games, which consist of industry veterans hailing from Blizzard and beyond. Today’s showcase sees Dreamhaven roll the carpet out for their upcoming slate of games in a big way, and if you missed the event live, here’s a quick round-up…