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Circle to Search isn't rolling out for the Xiaomi 14T series until October 6...but I enabled it early π
It's pretty funny how I did it, too, lol. All I had to do was be on the right version of HyperOS and change the date to October 7.
It's pretty funny how I did it, too, lol. All I had to do was be on the right version of HyperOS and change the date to October 7.
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Xiaomi Mi A2 smartphone exploded in India
A user claims that his mother's Mi A2 smartphone blasted at midnight while it was on charging. It was being charged with original Xiaomi charger with the help of OnePlus's official braided cable. No part of the smartphone was changed/replaced and it had Original Xiaomi battery inside.
His mother didn't even realize that the Xiaomi smartphone exploded untill the room was filled with smoke all around. The charger and cable are fine and they didnβt catch fire. Thankfully, she is safe as the explosion didn't cause any injury.
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A user claims that his mother's Mi A2 smartphone blasted at midnight while it was on charging. It was being charged with original Xiaomi charger with the help of OnePlus's official braided cable. No part of the smartphone was changed/replaced and it had Original Xiaomi battery inside.
His mother didn't even realize that the Xiaomi smartphone exploded untill the room was filled with smoke all around. The charger and cable are fine and they didnβt catch fire. Thankfully, she is safe as the explosion didn't cause any injury.
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Circle to Search isn't rolling out for the Xiaomi 14T series until October 6...but I enabled it early π It's pretty funny how I did it, too, lol. All I had to do was be on the right version of HyperOS and change the date to October 7.
For those who are thinking that enabling Circle to Search on Xiaomi 14T series just by changing the date could be Google skill issues are wrong because Xiaomi hardcoded it inside their system launcher
Given below is the code for the proof.
Credits: @kacskrz
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Given below is the code for the proof.
public static boolean invokeOmni(Context context, int i, int i2) {
if (!hasCtsFeature(context) || !isSettingsLongPressHomeAssistantEnabled(context)) {
Log.d("CircleToSearchHelper", "circle to search is not available");
return false;
} else if (LocalDate.now().isBefore(LocalDate.of(2024, 10, 6))) {
Log.d("CircleToSearchHelper", "Current Date is before 2024.10.6");
return false;
} else if (isSceneForbid(context, i)) {
return false;
} else {
return OmniHelper.notifyToStartCtS(i2);
}
}Credits: @kacskrz
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CVSS 9.9 Rated Linux Vulnerability Affects CUPS
The hyped Linux 9.9 rated CVE doesn't affect the Linux kernel but rather CUPS β The print server commonly used on Linux systems. Simone Margaritelli discovered this vulnerability & has shared a write-up which is summed up as:
"A remote unauthenticated attacker can silently replace existing printersβ (or install new ones) IPP urls with a malicious one, resulting in arbitrary command execution (on the computer) when a print job is started (from that computer)."
CVE-2024-47176, CVE-2024-47076, CVE-2024-47175, and CVE-2024-47177 have been assigned to these CUPS issues. There are also "several other bugs that are more or less exploitable."
This remote code execution issue can be exploited in public Internet via a UDP packet to port 631 without needing any authentication, assuming the CUPS port is open through your router/firewall.
LAN attacks are also possible via spoofing. It also affects some BSDs, Oracle Solaris, Google Chrome OS etc.
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The hyped Linux 9.9 rated CVE doesn't affect the Linux kernel but rather CUPS β The print server commonly used on Linux systems. Simone Margaritelli discovered this vulnerability & has shared a write-up which is summed up as:
"A remote unauthenticated attacker can silently replace existing printersβ (or install new ones) IPP urls with a malicious one, resulting in arbitrary command execution (on the computer) when a print job is started (from that computer)."
CVE-2024-47176, CVE-2024-47076, CVE-2024-47175, and CVE-2024-47177 have been assigned to these CUPS issues. There are also "several other bugs that are more or less exploitable."
This remote code execution issue can be exploited in public Internet via a UDP packet to port 631 without needing any authentication, assuming the CUPS port is open through your router/firewall.
LAN attacks are also possible via spoofing. It also affects some BSDs, Oracle Solaris, Google Chrome OS etc.
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OpenAI to become for-profit and give Sam Altman equity
OpenAI is working on a plan to restructure its core business into a for-profit benefit corporation. The whole point of OpenAI was to be nonprofit and safety-first, not anymore. ;)
The OpenAI non-profit will continue to exist and own a minority stake in the for-profit company, which would basically have no power now.
Sam Altman, who emphasized that he didnβt have any equity in the company, will also receive equity for the first time, which could be worth $150 billion after the restructuring, in addition to ultimate control over OpenAI.
- Jacob Hilton
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OpenAI is working on a plan to restructure its core business into a for-profit benefit corporation. The whole point of OpenAI was to be nonprofit and safety-first, not anymore. ;)
The OpenAI non-profit will continue to exist and own a minority stake in the for-profit company, which would basically have no power now.
Sam Altman, who emphasized that he didnβt have any equity in the company, will also receive equity for the first time, which could be worth $150 billion after the restructuring, in addition to ultimate control over OpenAI.
If OpenAI were to retroactively remove profit caps from investments, this would in effect transfer billions in value from a non-profit to for-profit investors. Unless the non-profit were appropriately compensated, this would be a money grab.
- Jacob Hilton
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Telegram's reporting options have been extended with new categories, including "I don't like itβ, βTerrorismβ, βCopyrightβ & βIt's not illegal, but it must be taken downβ, offering more detailed reporting choices.
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You probably heard about Epic's latest lawsuit against Google, which alleges they were involved in the decision to make Samsung's Auto Blocker feature be enabled by default in the latest version of One UI.
(Auto Blocker, if you aren't aware, is a feature that, when enabled, blocks sideloading apps from outside the Google Play Store or Samsung Galaxy Store.)
Google is now coming out to say that Epic's lawsuit is a "meritless and dangerous move" and that they did not request Samsung create their Auto Blocker feature. Google goes on to state that "Android device makers are free to innovate and design additional safety features for their devices."
I find the use of the word "create" in Google's statement to be interesting. Epic didn't allege that Google made Samsung create the Auto Blocker feature but rather made them turn it on by default. However, Epic admitted that they don't yet have any proof that there was any collusion. We'll have to see how things go in court.
(Auto Blocker, if you aren't aware, is a feature that, when enabled, blocks sideloading apps from outside the Google Play Store or Samsung Galaxy Store.)
Google is now coming out to say that Epic's lawsuit is a "meritless and dangerous move" and that they did not request Samsung create their Auto Blocker feature. Google goes on to state that "Android device makers are free to innovate and design additional safety features for their devices."
I find the use of the word "create" in Google's statement to be interesting. Epic didn't allege that Google made Samsung create the Auto Blocker feature but rather made them turn it on by default. However, Epic admitted that they don't yet have any proof that there was any collusion. We'll have to see how things go in court.
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KB5043145, the most recent optional update for Windows 11 to date, causes multiple issues for many users. The most serious one is a blue screen of death that makes the PC unbootable. Microsoft has confirmed the bug and is working on a solution.
After upgrading the device to Windows 11 OS Build 22621.4249, a number of users faced the inability to start the computer. The only solution that was of help for them is to uninstall the update from the recovery environment.
Sometimes, the bug makes Windows 11 to start into the BitLocker recover environment, especially after several failed recovery attempts.
Among the mentioned BSOD issues, users also report that the same update may prevent USB ports from working. As most modern peripheral devices connect via USB, this breaks them. Keyboards, mouses, and webcam stop working. The latter issue mainly affects N6005 and N5105 Intel NUCs, and Asus TUF / ROG laptops, and other gaming products from the same vendor.
If you are affected - then uninstall the buggy update:
After upgrading the device to Windows 11 OS Build 22621.4249, a number of users faced the inability to start the computer. The only solution that was of help for them is to uninstall the update from the recovery environment.
Sometimes, the bug makes Windows 11 to start into the BitLocker recover environment, especially after several failed recovery attempts.
Among the mentioned BSOD issues, users also report that the same update may prevent USB ports from working. As most modern peripheral devices connect via USB, this breaks them. Keyboards, mouses, and webcam stop working. The latter issue mainly affects N6005 and N5105 Intel NUCs, and Asus TUF / ROG laptops, and other gaming products from the same vendor.
If you are affected - then uninstall the buggy update:
wusa.exe /uninstall /kb:5043145. Run the command from WinRE.Winaero
The latest optional update KB5043145 causes BSOD in Windows 11, so be careful
KB5043145, the most recent optional update for Windows 11 to date, causes multiple issues for many users. The most serious one is a blue screen of death
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KB5043145, the most recent optional update for Windows 11 to date, causes multiple issues for many users. The most serious one is a blue screen of death that makes the PC unbootable. Microsoft has confirmed the bug and is working on a solution. After upgradingβ¦
Phew !
Guess I'm lucky as it didn't auto install
Guess I'm lucky as it didn't auto install
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Arch Linux has entered into a direct collaboration with Valve
Arch Linux has officially partnered with Valve, the creators of Steam and the Steam Deck. Valve chose Arch Linux for SteamOS 3, the Steam Deck's operating system, due to its efficiency and low resource requirements.
Now, Valve is providing backing for two critical Arch Linux projects: a build service infrastructure and a secure signing enclave.
Lead developer Levente Polyak mentioned that this support will enable Arch's development team to focus more on these key projects, rather than relying solely on volunteers, speeding up the resolution of some long-standing issues.
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Arch Linux has officially partnered with Valve, the creators of Steam and the Steam Deck. Valve chose Arch Linux for SteamOS 3, the Steam Deck's operating system, due to its efficiency and low resource requirements.
Now, Valve is providing backing for two critical Arch Linux projects: a build service infrastructure and a secure signing enclave.
Lead developer Levente Polyak mentioned that this support will enable Arch's development team to focus more on these key projects, rather than relying solely on volunteers, speeding up the resolution of some long-standing issues.
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Ryujinx Nintendo Emulator Repo is DELETED ??????
Please NOOOOOOO, Holy F*ck You Nintendo
Ryujinx Nintendo Emulator Repo is DELETED ??????
Please NOOOOOOO, Holy F*ck You Nintendo
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https://github.com/Ryujinx Ryujinx Nintendo Emulator Repo is DELETED ?????? Please NOOOOOOO, Holy F*ck You Nintendo
So, Nintendo didn't strike Ryujinx but there's an issue with GitHub
However, for some reason, discord invites are paused for ryujinx
However, for some reason, discord invites are paused for ryujinx
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RIP Ryujinx Emulator, A Big F*ck You Nintendo
According to a discord user, Nintendo contacted main developers house in brazil and offered them an agreement to STOP working on the project, remove the Ryujinx organization along with all the assets. The agreement details are currently unknown but after seeing the GitHub repo deleted, it seems that the developer accepted it
Ryujinx will be remembered ππ»
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According to a discord user, Nintendo contacted main developers house in brazil and offered them an agreement to STOP working on the project, remove the Ryujinx organization along with all the assets. The agreement details are currently unknown but after seeing the GitHub repo deleted, it seems that the developer accepted it
Ryujinx will be remembered ππ»
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Mobile Retailers Urge Ban on Chinese Brands Over Anti-Competitive Practices
Mobile retailers in India, represented by the All India Mobile Retailers Association (AIMRA), are urging the government to ban Chinese-owned brands like iQOO, Poco, and OnePlus. They accuse these brands of engaging in anti-competitive practices by selling products exclusively on e-commerce platforms like Amazon, harming local retailers and causing financial losses to the government.
AIMRA, along with the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT), is pushing for stricter e-commerce regulations to ensure fair competition and protect traditional retail businesses. They also want to address issues like predatory pricing and tax evasion through policy changes.
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Mobile retailers in India, represented by the All India Mobile Retailers Association (AIMRA), are urging the government to ban Chinese-owned brands like iQOO, Poco, and OnePlus. They accuse these brands of engaging in anti-competitive practices by selling products exclusively on e-commerce platforms like Amazon, harming local retailers and causing financial losses to the government.
AIMRA, along with the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT), is pushing for stricter e-commerce regulations to ensure fair competition and protect traditional retail businesses. They also want to address issues like predatory pricing and tax evasion through policy changes.
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OnePlus Gets Banned in Germany Once Again
In August 2022, a Munich court banned Oppo and OnePlus smartphones from being sold in Germany after they failed to reach a licensing deal with Nokia for its 4G and 5G technologies. The 2yr legal battle ended in January 2024, with Oppo signing a global patent licensing agreement with Nokia & OnePlus re-entering the German market.
Now after 9 months, OnePlus is once again banned in Germany over patent dispute with InterDigital, a firm that specializes in research & development for wireless technologies, especially critical 5G patents. It claims that OnePlus has infringed upon its 5G patents & as a result, German authorities have stepped in & banned the sale of OnePlus products in the country
Currently, the only items available on the OnePlus German online store are the OnePlus Pad 2 and the OnePlus Watch 2, devices that donβt have cellular support & thus remain unaffected by the ongoing legal issues.
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In August 2022, a Munich court banned Oppo and OnePlus smartphones from being sold in Germany after they failed to reach a licensing deal with Nokia for its 4G and 5G technologies. The 2yr legal battle ended in January 2024, with Oppo signing a global patent licensing agreement with Nokia & OnePlus re-entering the German market.
Now after 9 months, OnePlus is once again banned in Germany over patent dispute with InterDigital, a firm that specializes in research & development for wireless technologies, especially critical 5G patents. It claims that OnePlus has infringed upon its 5G patents & as a result, German authorities have stepped in & banned the sale of OnePlus products in the country
Currently, the only items available on the OnePlus German online store are the OnePlus Pad 2 and the OnePlus Watch 2, devices that donβt have cellular support & thus remain unaffected by the ongoing legal issues.
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You probably heard about Epic's latest lawsuit against Google, which alleges they were involved in the decision to make Samsung's Auto Blocker feature be enabled by default in the latest version of One UI. (Auto Blocker, if you aren't aware, is a featureβ¦
Google Denies Allegations in Epic Lawsuit
Recently, Epic Games sued Samsung for bydefault enabling the "auto-blocker" feature, which automatically blocks users from installing apps unless they come from βauthorized sourcesβ. Epic claims thereβs NO process for any rival store to become βauthorized.β
Epic also sued Google alongside alleging that Google was involved in the decision to make Samsung's Auto Blocker feature be enabled by default. However, in an interview, Epic Games CEO admitted that they DO NOT have any proof that Google & Samsung colluded and they're hoping that comes out in the legal discovery process
Google has now publicly not only denied making Samsung create the Auto Blocker feature but also denied making them turn it on by default, which is the core allegation made by Epic in its latest lawsuit.
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Recently, Epic Games sued Samsung for bydefault enabling the "auto-blocker" feature, which automatically blocks users from installing apps unless they come from βauthorized sourcesβ. Epic claims thereβs NO process for any rival store to become βauthorized.β
Epic also sued Google alongside alleging that Google was involved in the decision to make Samsung's Auto Blocker feature be enabled by default. However, in an interview, Epic Games CEO admitted that they DO NOT have any proof that Google & Samsung colluded and they're hoping that comes out in the legal discovery process
Google has now publicly not only denied making Samsung create the Auto Blocker feature but also denied making them turn it on by default, which is the core allegation made by Epic in its latest lawsuit.
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After seeing Epic Games CEO β Tim Sweeney tweets, it should be the first time we're live witnessing a CEO going insane
Epic Games CEO claims that Find My feature is "super creepy and surveillance and should NOT exist" because when the CEO's Macbook got stolen by a kid from his car, now years after the incident, Apple still shows where the Macbook is currently located.
For this tweet, Tim Sweeney even got Community noted because acc. to him, Find My is actually illegal and finding your own device is tracking and surveillance ??? ππ
Now, Tim Sweeney has claimed that Apple's .DS store and Microsoft's System Volume Information are "essentially tracking malware". ππ
In reality, .DS store in MacOS stores metadata about how the folderβs contents should be displayed, such as Icon positions, Window size & layout preferences, file's sorting order etc. and Microsoft's System Volume information is used for system restore, indexing service, volume shadow copy etc
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Epic Games CEO claims that Find My feature is "super creepy and surveillance and should NOT exist" because when the CEO's Macbook got stolen by a kid from his car, now years after the incident, Apple still shows where the Macbook is currently located.
For this tweet, Tim Sweeney even got Community noted because acc. to him, Find My is actually illegal and finding your own device is tracking and surveillance ??? ππ
Now, Tim Sweeney has claimed that Apple's .DS store and Microsoft's System Volume Information are "essentially tracking malware". ππ
In reality, .DS store in MacOS stores metadata about how the folderβs contents should be displayed, such as Icon positions, Window size & layout preferences, file's sorting order etc. and Microsoft's System Volume information is used for system restore, indexing service, volume shadow copy etc
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