Apple recently made a big move into the world of virtual reality by unveiling its Vision Pro headset.
The headset is an augmented reality device that allows users to experience a blend of digital content and the real world. It is Apple’s riskiest and most significant product since the introduction of the iPhone. The Vision Pro is priced at $3,499, making it more expensive than other virtual reality headsets currently dominating the market.
The headset will be available in the US early next year, with plans to expand to other countries in 2024.
One unique feature of the Vision Pro is its exterior display, which allows others to see the user’s eyes while wearing the device. The feature aims to ensure that users remain connected to the people around them.
Apple also announced other products and features, including a 15-inch MacBook Air, a powerful chip called M2 Ultra, and improvements to its iOS software. The company has been working with Adobe, Microsoft, and Unity to bring their apps to the Vision Pro headset.
While the Vision Pro focuses on gaming, streaming video, and conferencing, it also has potential applications in the areas of health and fitness. However, it is important to note that the headset requires a lot of computing power and has a limited battery life of two hours.
Apple’s entry into the virtual reality market puts it in direct competition with Meta (formerly Facebook), which has been investing heavily in the development of virtual worlds or the metaverse. Meta recently announced its new Quest 3 virtual reality headset.
Apple’s Vision Pro headset represents a significant step into the virtual reality space and has the potential to reshape the way we experience digital content. With its sleek design, unique features, and partnerships with content providers, Apple aims to make a mark in the VR market.
WhatsApp has initiated testing of a bulk channel administration feature on iOS for select beta users, enabling the simultaneous selection of many channels, hence enhancing the efficiency of managing following channels.
This essential update enables users to perform bulk activities, including muting many channels simultaneously, designating them as read, and altering notifications. If the chosen channels are muted, users will now have the option to activate notifications. Users can swiftly silence unmuted channels in one action.
Additionally, this feature enables users to unfollow many channels simultaneously, thereby optimizing the process of decluttering their channel list. This change is particularly beneficial for users that oversee numerous subscriptions, as reported by WABetaInfo.
Previously, users were required to manage each channel individually, rendering tasks such as muting or designating channels as read laborious and time-consuming.
The functionality provides enhanced flexibility and control over channel subscriptions, enabling users to efficiently manage notifications. The solution streamlines laborious operations for consumers who subscribe to numerous channels, hence enhancing their entire experience.
Accessibility The bulk management feature is presently accessible exclusively to a limited number of beta testers who installed the latest WhatsApp beta for iOS using the TestFlight application. WhatsApp, owned by Meta, plans to expand the feature’s availability to a larger user base in the next weeks.
This update demonstrates WhatsApp’s dedication to enhancing user experience by offering a clear and efficient method for managing channels and notifications.
Even after two weeks, the global submarine cable AAA-1 problem that was discovered on January 2 near Qatar has not been fixed, causing sluggish internet connection in several Pakistani towns.
According to a representative for Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL), the issue has affected customers’ capacity to effectively access social media applications and browse the online. Even with initiatives to fix the problem, social networking sites still lag during busy times.
Internet traffic has been redirected via alternate channels to lessen the impact, and more capacity has been set up to stabilize the service.
The PTCL representative promised that “Internet service across the country is operating normally, and there will be no issues with web browsing,” noting that social media applications’ lag is common during
In an effort to better prepare young people for opportunities in the quickly changing technology sector, the government has launched a new ICT training portal.
To allow graduates to work with IT companies, Huawei and the Ministry of IT have struck an agreement. This program will give participants hands-on exposure to cutting-edge technology, including cybersecurity and artificial intelligence (AI).
There is now a training program that offers three-year internships to graduates. Huawei has also stated that it is dedicated to helping with training initiatives and contemporary technology.
In order to strengthen technical training, Huawei signed an MOU with COMSATS University Islamabad, further demonstrating its support.
Plans call for establishing training facilities in Karachi and growing the initiative across the country.
These projects funded by the Special Investment Facilitation Council are key to revitalizing Pakistan’s economy and fostering growth in the IT sector.