WhatsApp no longer supports iOS 9

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If you're using an iPhone running on iOS 9 or older, you won't be able to use WhatsApp anymore. A support document on WhatsApp's site states that its users will be to using at least an iOS 10, which means you'll need to have at least an iPhone 5 or later model. If you're using an older device, WhatsApp recommends you export your chat history before losing access to the app.

The change will only affect a small number of iOS users. As iMore points out, only two percent of iPhone users are still running iOS 12 or earlier versions.

Nanoleaf Essentials brings Thread technology to its smart lights

Nanoleaf introduced its new Essentials smart lighting line, including a Smart Color Changing LED Bulb and Lightstrip. These lighting systems support Thread technology, which promises the fastest, most reliable smart home network. 

According to TechHive, Thread is an IP-based Internet of Things protocol backed by companies like Apple, Google, and Samsung. It is a low-power, high-reliability, and security-focused protocol that has been in the works for over six years.

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Apple's Green Bond spend is now $2.8B, helped create 1.2 gigawatts of clean power

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Apple has now spent US$2.8B to help generate 1.2 gigawatts of clean energy as part of its Apple Green Bond Initiative. The company has released an update through its Annual Green Bond Impact Report. 

The company has promised to spend a total of $4.7B for this initiative. Some projects are directly tied to generating power for its data centers, while others are for feeding clean energy into the grid.

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Samsung debuts new Galaxy A52, A52 5G, and A72

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Samsung expands its midrange line with three new devices: the Galaxy A52, A52 5G, and A72. These new phones check off some key specs young smartphone users expect from their devices: fast displays, enticing camera features, 5G option, big battery, and decent performance.

All three have Super AMOLED Infinity-O displays. The 6.5-inch Galaxy A52 and the 6.7-inch Galaxy A72 come with a 90Hz refresh rate, while the 5G variant of the Galaxy A52 gets a speedier 120Hz refresh rate.

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