All articles tagged with #notes
Google continues rolling out major Gemini for Home upgrades, boosting music playback reliability and playlist recognition, speeding up date/time responses, reducing interruptions while you speak, and enhancing notes and lists management. Additional improvements include more reliable iOS camera connections, refined thermostat settings, and expanded parental controls across the Home app.
The United States has proposed a 20-year suspension of all Iranian nuclear activity to buy time, while Iran counters with up to five years; negotiators are still hashing out whether a long-term freeze, rather than a permanent ban, can curb Tehran’s ambitions, with unresolved issues including Iran’s fuel stockpile, sanctions relief (about $6 billion), the Strait of Hormuz, and Tehran’s proxies. The talks come as the Trump administration pushes hard lines, including a naval blockade, and a potential new round of discussions could occur soon, echoing but not duplicating the 2015 JCPOA.
A new Android banking Trojan named Perseus disguises itself as IPTV apps to distribute via unofficial stores. It uses Android Accessibility Services to scan and extract sensitive data from note apps (Google Keep, Samsung Notes, Evernote, OneNote, etc.), including passwords and recovery phrases, enabling full remote control over infected devices (screenshots, overlay attacks, keylogging, app launches, and more). The malware evades analysis with anti‑analysis checks and a “suspicion score” to decide whether to proceed. It primarily targets Turkish and Italian financial institutions and crypto apps. Users are advised to avoid sideloading APKs, only use Google Play, and keep Play Protect enabled.
At the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis, 300+ prospects showcased their athleticism, with 10 players notably boosting their stock: Ohio State LB Sonny Styles (4.46 40, 43.5" vertical), Vanderbilt TE Eli Stowers (45.5" vertical, 4.51 40, 11'3" broad), Arkansas RB Mike Washington Jr. (4.33 40, 39" vertical, 10'8" broad), edge Malachi Lawrence (4.52 40, 40" vert, 10'10" broad), S Jalon Kilgore (4.40 40, 37" vertical, 10'10" broad), Texas Tech edge David Bailey (4.5/40, top speed ~22.9 mph, 14.5 sacks in 2022), LB Jacob Rodriguez (4.57 40, 38.5" vert), WR Chris Brazzell II (6'4", 198 lbs, 4.37 40), T Max Iheanachor (4.91 40, heavy measurables), and S Dillon Thieneman (4.35 40, 41" vert). The results help shape draft stock as teams weigh speed, length and burst against on-field production.
A BuzzFeed staff roundup of 24 funny, unexpected photos and notes—ranging from quirky price tags to misread phrases—showing how everyday signs and messages can read hilariously in the right (or wrong) context.
On the morning of January 6, 2021, Donald Trump called Mike Pence a 'wimp' in a private remark, according to new notes from a forthcoming book by Jonathan Karl.
Unpublished notes from Mike Pence reveal Trump called him a 'wimp' and pressured him to block Biden's certification on Jan. 6, 2021, with these notes potentially serving as key evidence in investigations into Trump's actions surrounding the Capitol riot, as detailed in Jonathan Karl's upcoming book.
Joshua Jahn, a man with anti-ICE motives, carried out a shooting at a Dallas ICE facility, killing one detainee and injuring two others, before committing suicide. He left detailed notes indicating he acted alone to terrorize ICE agents, using premeditated plans and tracking apps, with increased security measures ordered afterward.
A mother and her son were rescued in a remote California forest after leaving trail notes and using ham radio for help when lost due to GPS failure, highlighting the importance of pre-trip notifications and resourcefulness in emergencies.
Apple has acknowledged an issue where iPhone users temporarily lose their iCloud Notes after accepting updated iCloud terms. A new support document outlines steps to resync notes, including checking iCloud settings and restarting devices. Additionally, users facing a 'Cannot Complete Action' error when accepting terms should update their OS. The problem has persisted since the terms update in September.
Some iPhone users have experienced their notes disappearing after accepting new iCloud terms. To resolve this, users should go to Settings, tap their name, select iCloud, tap Notes, and ensure "Sync this iPhone" is turned on. If already on, toggle it off and on again, then wait for notes to restore in the Notes app. The cause of the issue is unclear, and Apple has not commented.
Instagram is making its Notes feature more prominent by allowing them to be visible directly on user profiles, increasing visibility and interaction. The app is also experimenting with "prompts" for Notes, enabling users to share questions for friends to answer in their updates. Additionally, a new "cutouts" feature will allow users to create stickers from objects in their photos, including public posts from other users, providing a new way to remix content.
During a joint press conference with Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, President Biden was seen using notes and a list of reporters' names to call on. This is not the first time Biden has been caught referring to notes during events and calling on reporters from pre-approved lists, sparking criticism and comparisons to previous presidents. The White House defended Biden's use of notes, stating that having a list of reporters is not unusual for presidents and that he did not have advance knowledge of the questions.
Google, facing increased competition and potential disruption in the search industry, is experimenting with bold changes to its search experience. It has introduced features such as publicly visible notes on search results, the option to follow specific search queries for updates, and generative A.I. results that answer questions in natural language. These changes aim to enhance user experience and maintain Google's dominance in the search market, although challenges remain in terms of managing comments, ad revenue, and traffic to publishers.
Google is launching an experimental feature called "Notes" that allows users to add their own annotations to search results and articles on Discover. Users can customize their notes with colorful fonts and images. The notes will be ranked dynamically based on relevance and user queries. Google will employ algorithmic protections and manual human review to moderate the content. The feature will be available in the US and India, and notes will be indexable on the open web. Additionally, Google is introducing a "follow" feature that allows users to receive batched results and notifications about specific queries they follow. The company has no plans to share users' follow data with advertisers or outside parties.