A new study from Apple shows that there have been a lot more data breaches lately. <a href="https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2023/12/report-2-point-6-billion-records-compromised-by-data-breaches-in-past-two-years/">The report, written by an MIT professor, Dr. Stuart Madnick</a>, says that cyber threats are a big concern, with 2.6 billion personal records getting hacked in the last two years. This emphasizes the need for strong protections like end-to-end encryption, especially for data in the cloud.&nbsp;&nbsp;
The study shows a big increase in data breaches. It tripled between 2013 and 2022, with 2.6 billion personal records were exposed in the last two years. The latest findings in 2023 confirm that these threats are getting worse, stressing the need for stronger protection measures.&nbsp;&nbsp;
To tackle these growing problems, <a href="https://support.apple.com/guide/iphone/use-advanced-data-protection-iph584ea27f5/ios">Apple introduced Advanced Data Protection for iCloud</a>. This feature uses end-to-end encryption to make sure user data in the cloud is really secure. It gives users the power to strengthen the protection of important iCloud data, even if there's a data breach. This protection covers 23 types of sensitive data, like iCloud Backup, Notes, and Photos, showing Apple's strong dedication to user privacy and security.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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In line with the report, Apple's Craig Federighi stressed the importance of strong protection against cyber threats. <a href="https://www.technobezz.com/news/google-drive-users-report-file-disappearance-glitch/">The report</a> shows that as our personal and work lives become more digital, our data becomes more at risk. This means we need to take action to make our data safer.&nbsp;&nbsp;
The study shows how <a href="https://www.technobezz.com/protect-smartphone-hackers/">cybercriminals are changing their methods</a> to break into even very secure systems. It also explains how risky it can be for organizations to keep user data in a way that's not safe, as hackers can exploit this using complex strategies.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Moreover, the report highlights a big increase in ransomware attacks. Cybercriminals are targeting <a href="https://www.technobezz.com/what-is-icloud-drive/">cloud systems</a> and working together to attack companies and their products, putting consumers' data at risk. The number of ransomware attacks reported in 2023 has gone up by 70% from the previous year, causing serious problems in the United States and worldwide.&nbsp;&nbsp;
In the midst of increasing cybersecurity challenges, Apple's strong commitment to creating new features like Lockdown Mode. The feature helps people facing serious threats, shows the company's dedication to making their products the best in the industry. Apple's Advanced Data Protection for iCloud is another example of how determined they are to protect users from growing risks to their data.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Apple's Report Exposes 2.6 Billion Data Breaches - How to make your data safer?

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Next week, on December 14, mobile enthusiasts worldwide can look forward to <a href="https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_x100_x100_pro_global_launch_date-news-60871.php">the global launch of vivo's X100 and X100 Pro smartphones</a>. This exciting announcement follows the pre-order availability of both models since November 24. The much-anticipated <a href="https://www.vivo.com/en/activity/x100-series-launch">launch event is scheduled for 7 PM next Thursday</a>, with the time zone yet to be disclosed by the company.
An impressive feature of these smartphones lies in their performance, driven by the powerful Dimensity 9300 SoC. What sets them apart are the distinct camera and battery specifications.
In the power department, the X100 stands out with a robust 5,000 mAh battery, complemented by a remarkable 120W wired charging capability. Meanwhile, the X100 Pro boasts a slightly larger 5,400 mAh battery, featuring 100W wired charging and an additional 50W wireless charging option.
Shifting our focus to the camera setups, both smartphones sport a triple camera arrangement on the rear. The shared element is a 50MP ultrawide camera, while the primary and periscope telephoto cameras differ between the X100 and X100 Pro.
The X100 takes pride in its 50MP 1/1.49" primary camera and a 64MP 70mm periscope telephoto unit with 3x optical zoom. In contrast, the X100 Pro features a 50MP 1/0.98" primary camera and a 50MP 100mm periscope telephoto unit offering 4.3x optical zoom.
With these exciting features and the global launch just around the corner, vivo's X100 series is expected to make waves in the smartphone market. Stay tuned for <a href="https://www.technobezz.com/news/vivo-s18-series-anticipated-insights-ahead-of-december-14-launch/">the unveiling event</a> next Thursday

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Global Launch Date Set for vivo X100 Series

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<a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2023-12-08/apple-s-iphone-and-watch-product-design-chief-to-leave-in-shake-up?sref=eeq6exxF">According to Bloomberg</a>, Apple&rsquo;s vice president of product design, Tang Tan, is set to leave the company in February. It looks like this will shake up how Apple makes its gadgets. This is a big deal because it comes during a time when Apple is already making lots of changes in its design groups. It's a major moment for Apple since the former design chief, Jony Ive, left in 2019. Tan, who holds significant influence over the design of Apple's flagship products, including the iPhone, <a href="https://www.technobezz.com/apple-watch-micro-led-technology-delayed-until-2025-or-later-says-analyst/">Apple Watch</a>, and AirPods, has played a crucial role in shaping the company's product strategy.
Tang Tan, who reports directly to Apple's senior hardware chief John Ternus, makes important decisions about products. His leaving will be a big loss for Apple, as he plays a big role in the company. After he goes, other important people on his team will take on more responsibilities. For example, Richard Dinh, who helps Tan with iPhone design, will now be in charge of developing iPhones and will report to Ternus. Also, Kate Bergeron, who oversees Mac hardware, will take the lead <a href="https://www.technobezz.com/news/apple-introduces-new-apple-watch-series-9-product-red/">in designing the Apple Watch</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Not long after Tang Tan is leaving, there's also news that Steve Hotelling, an executive responsible for pioneering technologies in Apple's key products, is retiring from Apple. Hotelling has been in charge of the team that works on the camera and has been a key part of making Face ID, Touch ID, haptic feedback, ProMotion, and other important Apple technologies. This shows that there are <a href="https://www.apple.com/leadership/">big changes happening in Apple's hardware team</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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These significant departures come at a time when Apple is facing industry changes, especially after a drop in iPhone sales last year. Interestingly, global smartphone sales went up in October compared to the year before, suggesting 2024 could bring a positive change, according to Counterpoint Research.
Aware of how important design is to make Apple products stand out, the company is dedicated to making its products not just top-notch technology, but also fashion statements. Since the iPhone brings in most of Apple's money and the Apple Watch is a top smartwatch globally, the changes in design and engineering teams are setting up an interesting new phase for Apple in the next year.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Apple Faces Major Leadership Changes in Design 

Google has officially launched NotebookLM, <a href="https://notebooklm.google/">an innovative AI-first notebook powered by Gemini Pro.</a> Previously known as Project Tailwind, NotebookLM has now been released in the United States and is set to revolutionize the way users engage with their documents and information.
Since it came out in July, NotebookLM has been getting tons of feedback from all kinds of users like knowledge workers, creators, students, and teachers. The feedback are all about how it can sum up stuff automatically, suggest follow-up questions, and handle hard texts while connecting info from different documents. <a href="https://www.technobezz.com/news/google-introduces-gemini-a-new-competitor-to-chat-gpt/">It's all powered by Google's Gemini Pro</a> and other fancy models that make NotebookLM super strong for understanding and working with documents.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Soon, NotebookLM is <a href="https://www.technobezz.com/news/whats-app-introduces-view-once-feature-for-self-destructing-voice-messages/">dropping some new features</a> to make things even better for users. One of these is the "Noteboard," which is all about helping you keep your NotebookLM responses, bits from your sources, and your own notes nice and organized. It's got a user-friendly grid layout that makes saving and working with stuff super easy. Plus, you'll be able to pick several notes and get NotebookLM to make summaries, mush them together into one note, or even whip up study guides and outlines. And to top it off, you can easily shoot your content over to Google Docs straight from the platform.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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NotebookLM is pretty cool because it gives you smart suggestions based on what you're up to. Whether you're summing up a section or jotting down notes, it's got tools that make your writing and understanding better. Now, based on what users want, you can choose which sources you want to work with, and you can have up to 100 notes for each source. Plus, it's going to be easier to handle sources and jump from citations straight to the source material.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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You can use NotebookLM to create, ask questions about, and understand your own data sets. You can chat with the tool, dig into your stuff, and check out themes, questions, and suggestions that work for you. Just remember, even though NotebookLM gives smart ideas, it's crucial to think things through and understand the info instead of just taking <a href="https://www.technobezz.com/news/meta-ai-unlocks-creative-chats-and-expands-possibilities/">what the AI says</a> at face value.&nbsp;&nbsp;
As Google leads the way in using advanced AI in everyday tools, NotebookLM shows how AI can make tasks easier and more effective. With the latest Gemini Pro, NotebookLM marks the start of an exciting new phase in digital note-taking and understanding documents. It looks set to become a useful helper for students, professionals, and anyone who wants a smarter way to handle information.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Google introduces NotebookLM - An AI-first note taking tool powered by Gemini Pro