Google tools to combat mobile phone theft start rolling out to users
Theft Detection Lock uses AI and sensors to identify when a thief has grabbed and fled with a user's phone and locks the screen.
Wed Oct 16 2024
KLIA immigration officers now banned from using mobile phones while on duty - Azam Baki
This prevents 'counter setting' syndicates from allowing foreign nationals to enter Malaysia through 'special counter lanes'.
Wed Sep 18 2024
Huawei seeks to steal spotlight from Apple with launch of $2,800 tri-fold smartphone
The new phone boasts an AI assistant with text summary, translation and editing functions, as well as AI-boosted image editing functions.
Tue Sep 10 2024
School bus driver detained for uploading video, posting photos of children
A mobile phone believed to be used in the incident has also been confiscated for further investigation.
Fri Sep 06 2024
No link between mobile phones and brain cancer, WHO-backed study says
Despite the huge rise in the use of wireless technology, there has not been a corresponding increase in the incidence of brain cancers.
Wed Sep 04 2024
Apple iPhone 16 event set for Sept 9
The phones are expected to support Apple's suite of AI features, dubbed Apple Intelligence.
Tue Aug 27 2024
Google launches enhanced Pixel phones in bid to leverage AI tech
The upgrades include a Pixel-only feature that lets users search for information stored in screenshots.
Wed Aug 14 2024
Google to test Anti-Theft AI features for Android Phones in Brazil
Google on Tuesday announced new features which will use artificial intelligence (AI) to protect users' data in case an Android smartphone is stolen, German news agency (dpa) reported.
Wed Jun 12 2024
"I'm not Najib's puppet", says SRC's ex-director
Tan Sri Ismee Ismail clarified that he did not have the former premier's personal phone number.
Wed Jun 05 2024
Civil servant among four arrested for impersonating cops, robbing foreign workers
The suspects robbed the Myanmar nationals of their wallets, mobile phones and UNHCR cards and subsequently fled.
Mon May 20 2024
MCMC records statements from Chegubard, Salim Iskandar and Papagomo
MCMC said investigating officers seized mobile phones of the three individuals believed to be used to upload relevant content under probe.
Thu Apr 18 2024
Ops Khas HRA 2024: 7,473 notices issued for various offences on first day
The offences include, speeding, running red lights, overtaking at double lines, driving in emergency and using mobile phones while driving.
Wed Apr 03 2024
Bella’s sister held over child’s images on social media probe
Police also seized a mobile phone believed to have been used for the 'live' session.
Wed Mar 13 2024
Five killed as violence mars Pakistan election; mobile services suspended
Pakistan temporarily suspends mobile phone services and closed some land borders to maintain law and order, as voting commenced.
Thu Feb 08 2024
Bus passengers told to report errant drivers
Aman Shah Hashim said the offences that are often detected among bus drivers using phones while driving, reckless driving and speeding.
Thu Feb 08 2024
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024