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Yu says that ByteDance practically stole content from rivals in order to drum up its presence on TikTok early on but more insidious is his claim that the company also gave the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) what he believes was “supreme access” to all of its data via a backdoor channel. A channel Yu says persisted even after data from US users had been walled off. Yu also says that a special government-controlled committee existed within ByteDance – they weren’t even part of the parent company – and that it had a significant role in sifting through TikTok data....

Of course, it comes as no surprise that some developers also chose the start of this month to unveil new IPs, some of which are fresh, while others are simply sequels to sometimes critically acclaimed titles. Here’s but a short list of what’s been happening for gaming this week. Diablo IV: Desecrating Holy Ground Blizzard’s Diablo IV is still months away from its 6 June launch date, but as we said, that hasn’t stopped the studio from pulling off their latest stunt of portraying hell on earth: painting the game’s overall demonic-themed murals and hellscape all across the dome of a chapel....

For its four major seasonal sales, we have the Spring Sale between 16 and 23 March. Next comes the Summer Sale, which is dated between 29 June and 13 July. Then there’s the Autumn Sale, scheduled to happen between 21 and 28 November. And finally, the Winter Sale will start on 21 December, and ends 4 January of next year. Sprinkled in between the Spring and Autumn Sales though are a ton of Fests, which is usually a time to try out demos or chat with developers instead....

Powered by the MediaTek Helio G37, the Malaysian variant of X7a comes standard with 6GB of RAM and 128GB internal storage alongside the support for a microSD card with a capacity of up to 1TB. The new phone also carries a 6.74-inch IPS display that has a 90Hz refresh rate and a native resolution of 1600 x 720. On its back, the new HONOR X7a features a 50MP f/1.8 primary camera which is accompanied by a 5MP f/2....

Unfortunately, little is known regarding the specifications of the upcoming device, with the exception of its display. But rather than detailing the resolution, refresh rate or colour output, HONOR instead is placing a lot of emphasis on the durability of the X9a 5G’s screen. According to the company, the phone’s “ultra-tough” curved display adopts a 0.65 mm Super Reinforced glass, which is claimed to be able to withstand fall impact....

Alternatively, if you believe your account has been compromised in a password breach, or you’ve forgotten your existing Instagram password, here is how you can change or reset it on your iPhone, Android, or desktop. Before we begin: Make sure not to use a weak, easily guessable password. Always use a combination of at least six numbers, letters, punctuation symbols, etc. You can also let the iCloud Keychain or a third-party password manager suggest a long, complicated password....

You can use a handy battery widget to view the Apple Pencil battery level on Home Screen or Today View. Apple Pencil 2 displays its battery level whenever you connect it to an iPad. But how can you check Apple Pencil’s battery level? Well, we’ll enlist the help of its friend, the iPad, and here’s how to check the battery status for Apple Pencil Gen 1 and Gen 2. Use the battery widgetUse the Settings appCheck Apple Pencil 2nd Gen battery while charging...

Importance of clearing cache, history, and cookies on Mac It is advised to regularly clear out your browser’s cache, history, and cookies. If you tend to use Chrome as your default browser, this practice will reduce the amount of storage occupied by your browser. However, before jumping into the process, it’s vital to be aware of the terms. Cache: Every content that has been previously accessed, like web pages, images, and online streaming services, acts out as cache memory....

Importance of creating profiles in Safari How to create Safari profiles on iPhone and iPad How to delete Safari profiles on iPhone and iPad How to create Safari profiles on Mac How to delete profiles in Safari on Mac Importance of creating profiles in Safari Creating profiles in Safari can be an extremely beneficial step for both personal and professional use. It enables users to curate personal user profiles so that they can personalize their browsing experience by setting up preferences they like, such as blocking or clearing cookies, preventing pop-ups, and enabling/disabling JavaScript....

Downgrading involves backup (optional but recommended) → Erase macOS Monterey → reinstall macOS Big Sur → restore Time Machine backup. You can reinstall macOS Big Sur through the internet or a bootable USB drive. Keep your Mac plugged in as it’s a lengthy and energy-consuming process. Note: Open this article on a mobile device or take a printout so that you can refer to it during the downgrading process. If you plan to install macOS Big Sur via a USB drive, create a bootable macOS drive before moving on....

How to download your Snapchat data on iPhone and Android How to download your Snapchat data from macOS or Windows What types of information are accessible on Snapchat? How to access the downloaded Snapchat data? How to download Snapchat data on iPhone and Android After submitting the request, you will receive an email once your data is ready to download. Download your Snapchat data from macOS or Windows Once your data is ready to download, you will receive an email....

How to Hide or Show WhatsApp Status from Specific Contacts on iPhone or Android Step #1. Open WhatsApp on your iPhone or Android. Step #2. Tap on Status tab from the menu section. Step #3. Select Privacy from the top-left corner of the window. Note: For Android device tap on the three-dot icon from the top-right of the screen and select Status Privacy. Step #4. On this page select who can see your status update from three options....

I’m wondering if I should get her some cat headphones too! If you want your pet to join the fun, here’s how to make a Spotify pet playlist but first, let’s understand more about it. What is the pet playlist by Spotify? According to Live Science and MakingMusic, pets share our capacity to enjoy music. And Spotify has created algorithmically generated playlists for your pets, depending on their personalities. The music streaming giant conducted an online survey of 15,000 pet-loving users across 5 countries and found that 8 out of 10 believed their animals liked music....

How to Take Burst Photos on iPhone 11 or 11 ProHow to Use Burst Mode With Your iPhone 11 Volume Button How to Take Burst Photos on iPhone 11 or 11 Pro The number in the middle of the shutter button indicates how many pictures have been clicked. To stop clicking, release the shutter button. How to Use Burst Mode With Your iPhone 11 Volume Button With iOS 14, a new option lets you use the volume up button for burst photos on iPhone 11 series....

Note: iCloud Music Library, Sync Library, and Cloud Music Library are just different names for the same feature. What is the iCloud Music Library? How iCloud Music Library Works? Sign into iCloud Music Library How to Turn ON iCloud Music Library on Computer How to Turn ON iCloud Music Library on iPhone and iPad Play or Download Songs from iCloud Music Library Know the Status of Songs in iCloud Music Library How to Remove Songs from iCloud Music Library What To Do If iCloud Music Library Does Not Work?...

You can easily access Quick Notes on iPad by swiping from the bottom right corner. Quick Notes can also be invoked from Control Center. Press the global key (function key) + Q using the external keyboard to call Quick Note. With Quick Notes, you can jot down anything quickly without leaving the app you’re currently using. This is an essential feature you need to master if you have an iPad. And with this guide, I’ll teach you how to use Quick Notes and all its hidden features....

Of course, it was possible to use swipe keyboard feature on iOS devices but it was only possible with third-party keyboard apps. But now, the feature is built-in in the latest version of iOS 13 and iPadOS as well. In this post, I will guide you on how to enable and use QuickPath keyboard on your iPhone and iPad running on iOS 13 and iPadOS respectively. How to Use QuickPath Keyboard on iPhone and iPad Let me breakdown this guide into two parts....

Note: Ensure your app is updated to the latest version. How to co-author posts and Reels on Instagram Once the person you are trying to collaborate with accepts your Collab request, your post will be shared with their followers too. Plus, the person will be shown as the author of the post. This is how to invite collaborators and use the new Collab feature on the Instagram app. In my testing, I found that you can collaborate with accounts you follow or with a public account (even if you do not follow them)....

The feature will be available for all iOS users in the coming months. To ensure that your WhatsApp has Communities, you’ll have to ensure that the app is updated to its latest version. What are WhatsApp Communities? What are WhatsApp Communities used for? How to create a Community in WhatsApp on iPhone How WhatsApp Communities work for Admins and Members Is it a risky move by Meta? What are WhatsApp Communities?...

Yes, it can. Don’t get too excited as there’s no official YouTube app yet! But there’s a workaround that can help you play YouTube videos on your Apple Watch. Watch YouTube Videos through WatchTube On the Apple Watch, you can play songs through YouTube Music but not videos. Moreover, Safari isn’t supported on the Apple Watch either. The only option you’re left with is to watch YouTube videos through WatchTube....