Apple bans Clearview AI's iPhone for violating its rules

Clearview AI's use of an enterprise certificate on an iPhone (Screenshot: TechCrunch)

Controversial facial recognition startup Clearview AI found its iPhone app banned from the Apple App Store. According to Apple, the startup "violated" the terms of Apple's enterprise developer program. 

Clearview AI was allowing users to get its app outside of the App Store through its enterprise certificate, which is against Apple's policies. The use of certificate access is for users within a company and not for members of the public.

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Google says its working on old Bluetooth connectivity issues on Home devices

Google Home device's issues with staying connected via Bluetooth isn't a new problem. Users have been complaining about the issue since 2018. But it took Google until this year to publicly acknowledge the issue and say that it is working on the problem. The Google Nest account on Twitter replied to a user reporting the problem. The company said, "We're sorry for the trouble! Our team is already aware of this and we're working on a fix, we'll bubble this up to our team and check back in once we have an update. Hang tight!"

A specialist on the Google Nest support also acknowledged the issue, saying the team is working on a fix. They're encouraging users to send feedback about the problem via voice command by saying, "Hey Google, send feedback," and use the keywords "GHT3 Bluetooth IN keeps on disconnect." Now, we're hoping the company fixes this relatively old problem quickly.

Source: Android Police

Samsung Galaxy A11's design leaked in render image

Samsung is rumoured to be working on is its next budget smartphone for the year called the Galaxy 2020. And Android Headlines reported on what the phone would look like. 

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Facebook simplifies Messenger, removes Discover tab

Facebook is taking cues from its app WhatsApp by simplifying the Messenger app. It now prioritizes messages and stories. The Discovery tab, which was full of chatbots, has been taken out. These chatbots were used by companies to message users, make them play games, or even encourage them to buy products. But now, Facebook is shifting its focus to speed, simplicity, and performance of the messaging service.

Messenger now has two tabs: Messages and People. The second shows users' stories in tiles. Chatbots can still be used by companies when you need to get in touch with them, but they're just not prominently seen now. The redesign will be rolling out globally, and it should be hitting your device soon.

Source: TechCrunch