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Microsoft's Bing Wallpaper App Caught Engaging in Suspicious Privacy-Invasive Behaviors
A security analysis reveals Microsoft's Bing Wallpaper app secretly installs additional software and modifies browser settings without user consent. The investigation uncovers concerning practices like cookie decryption and tracking capabilities, prompting recommendations against installation.
Microsoft's Aggressive Push: Full-Screen Windows 11 Prompts Target Windows 10 Users
Microsoft intensifies its hardware upgrade campaign with full-screen prompts urging Windows 10 users to buy new PCs ahead of October 2025 support end. While promoting Windows 11 compatibility, the company quietly offers extended security updates for those who wish to keep their current systems.
Microsoft at 50: An AI Giant's Evolution from Tech Tyrant to Open Source Advocate
As Microsoft marks its 50th anniversary, the tech giant has transformed from a closed ecosystem to an AI powerhouse and open-source champion. Yet despite embracing innovation and collaboration, traces of its monopolistic past persist as it navigates an AI-driven future.
DOJ Demands Google Divest Chrome Browser in Major Antitrust Push
The U.S. Department of Justice is calling for Google to sell off Chrome as part of efforts to break up its search monopoly. The landmark antitrust case, set for trial in 2025, could reshape how Americans access internet services, though Google strongly opposes the 'radical' proposal.
Apple's Black Friday Bonanza: Up to $200 Gift Cards with Select Products
Apple's upcoming Black Friday promotion offers gift cards worth up to $200 with purchases across its product lineup, including MacBooks, iPads, iPhones and accessories. The limited-time event kicks off November 29 across Apple's retail channels.
iOS Photos App Overhaul Divides Users with AI-Powered Redesign
Apple's dramatic iOS 18 Photos app redesign has created a rift between users, with some embracing AI features while others struggle with the new interface. The update represents the biggest change to iPhone photo management in years, sparking ongoing debate about balancing innovation with usability.
Popular TV Tracking App TV Time Battles App Store Removal Over Copyright Dispute
TV Time, a widely-used entertainment tracking platform with 30 million users, was temporarily removed from Apple's App Store due to a DMCA complaint over user-uploaded content. The incident highlights Apple's significant control over app distribution and raises concerns about the company's handling of intellectual property disputes.
Apple Challenges DOJ's Antitrust Lawsuit in Crucial Court Hearing
Apple seeks dismissal of Department of Justice's antitrust lawsuit alleging smartphone market monopoly, disputing claims of anti-competitive practices. The case focuses on five key allegations including message quality degradation and smartwatch restrictions, with a ruling expected by January.
The Summer Intern Who Saved Valve: A Near-Bankruptcy Tale Behind Half-Life 2
Gaming giant Valve Corporation narrowly escaped bankruptcy in 2004 during a legal battle with Vivendi Games, thanks to a Korean-speaking summer intern. The intern's discovery of damaging evidence in Korean documents proved pivotal in preserving Valve's independence and enabling Steam's historic launch.