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TikTok Users Flee to a Chinese App: 'RedNote'
Chinese users of Xiaohongshu, or Little Red Book, welcome Americans fleeing a feared TikTok ban.The Wall Street Journal - 1d -
With a TikTok Ban Looming, Users Flee to Chinese App ‘RedNote’
Some say they joined Xiaohongshu, which translates to “little red book,” to spite the US government after a ban on TikTok became more likely.Wired - 1d -
Apple Faces $1.8 Billion Lawsuit in U.K. Court Over App Store
Lawyers representing the class action said that Apple excluded potential rivals from competing for customers on devices running its iOS operating system by forcing developers to sell their apps ...The Wall Street Journal - 1d -
Chinese TikTok alternative RedNote tops app charts ahead of potential ban
TikTok users are pushing back against the looming TikTok ban Sunday by downloading a Chinese app called RedNote, or Xiaohongshu.NBC News - 22h -
TikTok ban: Here’s what to expect if the app is banned in the U.S. on Sunday
The U.S. Supreme Court is viewed as open to upholding a national-security law that will shut down the video-sharing app nationwide on Sunday if it continues to be controlled by its Chinese parent ...MarketWatch - 1d -
‘I read 35 books this year!’: the Guardian readers who cut their phone use in 2024
It’s been a year since we launched the Reclaim Your Brain newsletter, so we reached out to subscribers to see how they’re doing. Haven’t signed up yet? Start your free, five-week plan to reduce ...The Guardian - 1d -
Apple to face court over claims it overcharged UK users on App Store
Class action alleges company is abusing its dominant position in the app market and 30% fee breaches laws. Business live – latest updates Apple will appear in court on Monday accused of ...The Guardian - 2d -
Watch Duty, a Wildfire-Tracking App, Provides a Lifeline in Los Angeles
A nonprofit runs the app with volunteers and full-time employees, including retired firefighters and dispatchers, to provide live updates on fire conditions.The New York Times - 3d -
‘Each year you delay giving a phone is a big win’: child screen-time solutions from around the world
From stringent legislation to grassroots action, Australia and Spain lead the way in tackling children’s use of mobile phones and tablets. If the advent of the affordable mobile phone has given ...The Guardian - 3d -
The Evacuation App That’s Saving Lives in the L.A. Wildfires
Government agencies were slow to adapt Genasys Protect, created by two tech industry veterans at the request of a fire chief. But the app, which guides people to safety, has proved its value.Inc. - 4d -
Secret Phone Surveillance Tech Was Likely Deployed at 2024 DNC
Data WIRED collected during the 2024 Democratic National Convention strongly suggests the use of a cell-site simulator, a controversial spy device that intercepts sensitive data from every phone in ...Wired - 4d -
Jimmy Carter’s grandson shares relatable phone mishap they had
As the country paused to honor the life of former President Jimmy Carter, his grandson Jason shared a sweet story about a relatable cell phone mixup he experienced with his “Paw Paw.” TODAY’s Jenna ...NBC News - 4d -
Top House Democrat asks Alito to recuse himself from Trump case after phone call
Top House Judiciary Committee Democrat urges Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito to recuse himself from Trump hush money sentencing after a call between Trump and Alito.ABC News - 4d -
How a Phone Call Drew Alito Into a Trump Loyalty Squabble
The phone call centered on a former law clerk of Justice Alito’s. In the eyes of the Trump team, the clerk still needed to prove his loyalty to the president-elect.The New York Times - 5d -
Elon Musk's xAI Launches Stand-Alone Grok App
The AI startup launched its first stand-alone consumer app, as the company tries to catch up with more established players such as OpenAI and Google in the generative AI race.The Wall Street Journal - 5d -
Los Angeles residents turn to Watch Duty app for rapid wildfire updates
Los Angeles residents are turning to a free nonprofit-run app called Watch Duty to help them navigate the chaos caused by the catastrophic fires ravaging the area.NBC News - 6d -
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What a Crazy Idea: No One Will Ever Watch Videos on a Phone!
Innovative ideas often sound crazy at first. But that’s just part of the process. Here’s the proven equation for innovation success.Inc. - Jan. 8 -
Razer's New Remote Play Tech Will Soon Let You Stream Your PC Library To Your Phone
Razer has shown off a long list of new hardware and apps at CES 2025, and one of the coolest is the new PC Remote Play feature coming to its free Razer Nexus mobile app. As the name implies, the ...GameSpot - Jan. 7 -
Nvidia using GenAI to integrate Omniverse virtual creations into physical AI apps
Nvidia unveiled generative AI models and blueprints that expand Nvidia Omniverse integration further into physical AI applications.VentureBeat - Jan. 7 -
Doublepoint releases WowMouse gesture app for Apple Watch to control your Mac devices
Doublepoint has released its WowMouse app for Apple Watch, which you can use to control your Mac devices with gestures.VentureBeat - Jan. 6 -
NHS App upgrade to give patients more choice over treatment
Plans for an upgraded NHS app to allow more patients in England to book treatments will be announced by the health secretary on Monday.BBC News - Jan. 5 -
I’ve been waging war on my phone addiction | Rhik Samadder
My progress has been painfully slow, but at last I think I’m winning. A few years ago I found myself in the toilet without my phone and experienced a surge of actual panic. How was I supposed to ...The Guardian - Jan. 5 -
What to know about Turo, the car rental app used in New Orleans attack and Las Vegas bombing
The car rental app Turo is working to understand how two of its vehicles were used in the deadly New Orleans attack and Cybertruck bombing in Las Vegas. The Tesla Cybertruck that exploded outside ...CBS News - Jan. 3 -
A Book App Used AI to ‘Roast’ Its Users. It Went Anti-Woke Instead
One year-end summary from Fable, a social app where people share what books they read, told the user, “Don’t forget to surface for the occasional white author, OK?”Wired - Jan. 3 -
Foreign phone sales plunge 47% in China, spelling trouble for Apple
Apple is under pressure in China as a result of rising competition from domestic brands, in particular Huawei.CNBC - Jan. 3 -
Later acquires social influencer app Mavely for $250M
Later, an influencer marketing and social media management firm, is acquiring social influencer app Mavely for $250 million.VentureBeat - Jan. 3 -
Turo, the Car-Share App Used in Two Attacks, Is No Stranger to Safety Concerns
After rented vehicles rammed into a crowd in New Orleans and exploded in Las Vegas, some users say a reckoning of the firm’s practices is overdue.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 2 -
Turo Car Rental App Was Quietly Growing Before New Orleans and Las Vegas Attacks
Turo, which investigators say was used to acquire the vehicles involved in the attack in New Orleans and explosion in Las Vegas, was emerging as an alternative car-rental service.The New York Times - Jan. 2 -
Both New Year’s Day Attackers Rented Their Vehicles Through Turo, an App Known for Convenience
Even terrorism reflects trends in society and technology. Here’s how.Inc. - Jan. 2 -
New Orleans attack and Las Vegas Cybertruck explosion put car-rental app Turo in the spotlight
The peer-to-peer service was used to rent vehicles used in the incidents on New Orleans’ storied Bourbon Street and at a Trump Organization–operated hotel in Las Vegas, leading investigators to ...MarketWatch - Jan. 2 -
Suspected people smugglers face phone and travel ban
The stronger powers are needed to tackle "vile gang networks", the home secretary says.BBC News - Jan. 2 -
UK rapper Stormzy banned from driving for using phone behind wheel of Rolls-Royce
British rapper Stormzy has been banned from driving for nine months after admitting that he drove his Rolls-Royce through London while using his phoneABC News - Jan. 2 -
Stormzy banned from driving for using mobile phone
An off-duty police officer caught him using a mobile phone behind the wheel of a Rolls-Royce.BBC News - Jan. 2 -
What is Turo? Car rental app used in New Orleans and Las Vegas
Turo, a San Francisco-based company founded in 2010, operates differently from traditional car rental services.The Hill - Jan. 2 -
What to know about the car-renting app used in the Las Vegas and New Orleans attacks
The car-renting app Turo is in the spotlight after both the cars used in the New Orleans and Las Vegas attacks on New Year's Day were rented through the company. In New Orleans, a pickup truck ...The Hill - Jan. 2 -
Halal tech: how Muslim-friendly websites and apps blossomed in 2024
With firms such as Makani and Boycat, founders answer a growing demand: help their users support Palestinians. Amany Killawi made a breakup playlist every time she was dumped, three in all. The ...The Guardian - Jan. 1 -
Our Favorite Fitness Apps for 2025, Tested and Reviewed
These fitness apps will help you turn New Year's resolutions into real results.Wired - Jan. 1 -
Quitting smoking may be easier with a smartwatch app, researchers say
Motion-sensor software sent alerts to prevent lighting up at most vulnerable moments for those trying to quit. Smartwatches could be used to help people quit smoking, a study suggests.. Researchers ...The Guardian - Jan. 1
