Usman Qureshi

5 days ago | iphoneincanada.ca | Usman Qureshi

An in-depth analyses by ArsTechnica highlights Apple TV’s commitment to minimizing data collection, setting it apart from competitors like Roku, Amazon Fire TV, and Google Chromecast. Unlike many streaming devices that track user behavior for targeted advertising, Apple TV operates with a philosophy of data minimization. The device requires explicit user consent before collecting data, and even then, the information gathered is limited and primarily used to enhance user experience.

5 days ago | iphoneincanada.ca | Usman Qureshi

Samsung is in advanced discussions with Perplexity AI to integrate its advanced artificial intelligence features into its Galaxy smartphone lineup, potentially moving away from reliance on Google’s Gemini, Bloomberg is reporting. Perplexity AI, founded in 2022, has quickly gained attention for its innovative “answer engine” that combines real-time search capabilities with AI-driven responses.

5 days ago | iphoneincanada.ca | Usman Qureshi

Elon Musk has just announced the rollout of XChat, a new direct messaging feature on X (formerly Twitter), aiming to enhance user privacy and communication capabilities (via TechCrunch). All new XChat is rolling out with encryption, vanishing messages and the ability to send any kind of file. Also, audio/video calling. This is built on Rust with (Bitcoin style) encryption, whole new architecture.

5 days ago | iphoneincanada.ca | Usman Qureshi

Apple has initiated a legal appeal against the European Union’s directive under the Digital Markets Act (DMA), which mandates the company to open its iOS ecosystem to rival technologies, Axios reports. The appeal was filed with the EU General Court in Luxembourg, contesting the requirement to share user data and system features with third-party developers.

1 week ago | iphoneincanada.ca | Usman Qureshi

Apple’s latest support video shows how you can use the built-in camera on your iPhone or iPad to scan a Quick Response (QR) code for links to websites, apps, tickets, and more. Once you point your iPhone or iPad camera to scan a QR code, the built-in scanner automatically detects and highlights it. Here’s how it works:Open Camera on your iPhone. Position iPhone so that the QR code appears inside the camera frame.