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One UI 7: Samsung says these Galaxy models will get the update to Android 15

Samsung has published an official overview of Galaxy smartphones and tablets that are to receive the major update to One UI 7.

Nepenthes: a tarpit for AI web crawlers

Web crawlers for AI models often do not stop at copyright protection either – The Nepenthes tool sets a trap for them.

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Microsoft 365 alternative: openDesk version 1.0 announced for October

German-funded openDesk aims to end reliance on Microsoft with open source tech.

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Framework agreement: MS-365 alternative OpenDesk to conquer the Bundeswehr

The IT system house of the BWI has concluded a framework agreement with Zendis for "sovereign communication and collaboration solutions" such as OpenDesk.

Microsoft Edge: Adobe Reader also standard for business users from fall

Private Edge users have long since switched to the Adobe inline reader. From September, it will also become an opt-out for business customers.

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For the Sphere Las Vegas: Google recreates “The Wizard of Oz” in HD with AI

“The Wizard of Oz” was released in 1939. Google helped out with a project in the huge Sphere cinema in Las Vegas: with lots of AI and a prompter.

After the impending CVE blackout: EU vulnerability database goes live

European cybersecurity authority ENISA, its US-counterpart CISA and others are positioning themselves to maintain continuity.

"XCOM" meets "Star Wars": EA develops turn-based game "Zero Company"

14,000 Fortinet firewalls compromised: Attackers nestle in

Tablature from Songsterr by "Master of Puppets" with slight mistakes.

Songsterr uses AI to create fairly accurate guitar tabs from your own recordings

iPhone mirroring in the EU: still waiting for useful macOS function

AI videos and images for everyone: Amuse 3.0.1 simplifies the use of AI

Amuse is a Windows program with which generative image AIs can be used by everyone. New in version 3.0.1 are video AI models.

Alien 3 Legacy Cut: "Unofficial" 4K version without consent of rights holders

It took a fan five years to create a new version from the two known cut versions of the sci-fi film, fixing numerous weaknesses in the process.

A man in a suit presses his index finger on a virtual eGovernment icon.

Digital sovereignty: Federal Ministry of the Interior dumps ZenDiS boss

After six months, Jutta Horstmann has to leave the federally owned GmbH, which develops OpenDesk, among other things.

"iHostage": Hostage-taking in Amsterdam Apple Store filmed for Netflix

Three years ago, a man tried to extort 200 million euros in cryptocurrency from Apple. The incident has now landed on a streaming service as an action thriller.

Comment: What private messengers are NOT intended for

When politicians chat via Signal, this is certainly – but still a completely wrong means of communication, says Sylvester Tremmel.

Missing link: Digital signal boxes in Norway – A role model for Germany?

Norway wants to digitize its rail network and is relying on a German manufacturer. heise online took a look at the first section without signals.

Meta AI has disappeared from WhatsApp: Meta speaks of technical problem

WhatsApp and other meta-apps in Europe recently introduced an AI assistant – and criticism of it. Now it has disappeared. Meta promises a remedy.

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Ubuntu 25.04: Update apparently temporarily stopped

Ubuntu 25.04 was released over the Easter weekend. The upgrade of the KDE version in particular is causing problems, which is why it has now been stopped.

EU Commission bans AI agents in online meetings

AI agents are supposed to make people more productive, for example by combining meetings. They are not welcome in online meetings of the EU Commission.

Digitale Souveränität mit europäischen Partnern

Der Druck auf europäische Firmen ist bei digitaler Infrastruktur groß – vor allem wegen der geopolitischen Verwerfungen. Es ist jedoch möglich, Cloud-Strategien ohne die US-Hyperscaler zu entwickeln.

Google split-up trial continues

Google has a monopoly and has exploited this position. Now it is being decided in the USA what the consequences will be.

Cisco: Older Webex apps can infiltrate malicious code

Two versions of the Webex client can execute commands hidden in URLs when a link is opened. This affects all operating systems, says Cisco.

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Coinbase to share crypto posts on social media despite US legal troubles

A US state wants to initiate proceedings against the crypto exchange Coinbase. The background to this is controversial new "content coins".

The first mechanized parcel delivery base was established in Braunschweig. According to Deutsche Post DHL, there will be at least 25.

DHL suspends deliveries over 800 US dollars to private customers in the USA

Because the exemption limit has changed, DHL no longer delivers high-value shipments in the USA. Shipments to companies are not affected.

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LG: Smart TVs to monitor viewers' emotions and evaluate them using AI

LG televisions will soon use an AI model for advertising that is more tailored to users' personal beliefs and emotions.

Three heavy goods vehicles are parked on a road with wind turbine components on their trailers.

Wind energy: expansion rate has increased significantly at the start of 2025

In the first quarter of 2025, wind turbines with a capacity of just under one gigawatt went into operation in Germany – the highest figure since 2018.

The latest in Security

Police warn of fraud with British entry permit – with false URL

iOS 18.4.1, macOS 15.4.1 & Co: Apple delivers emergency patches

PHP security check uncovers critical vulnerabilities

Data leak: Car rental company Hertz ends investigation

End of support for Ubuntu 20.04 imminent

The latest in Apple – iPhone, iPod, Mac & Co.

Apps from Threads, Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, Messenger and Meta on one smartphone

No Apple Intelligence for WhatsApp & Co: speculation about meta-blocking

"Damages Wine on the Mac": Open source tool Whisky stops further development

Last Mac mini with Intel chip for Apple now "Vintage"

iPadOS more like macOS: Will version 19 finally bring improvements?

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Fewer clicks on the web? EU Commission investigates Google's AI overviews

Google's AI overviews show more content directly in search, resulting in less traffic and advertising revenue for publishers. The EU Commission is investigating

Synology restricts choice of hard disks for new Plus NAS

If there are non-certified drives in a new 2025 NAS from Synology's Plus series, the device loses some important functions.

New look at solar winds: NASA's "Punch" mission delivers first images

Four small NASA satellites are to provide new insights into solar winds. The first images are promising.

"Blue Prince" played: Damn clever

The surprise hit "Blue Prince" by Dogubomb varies familiar game mechanics to create a tricky puzzle hit with roguelike game elements.

Risk analysis with lightweight architecture reviews

Architecture reviews provide information about the status of software systems and identify risks. There are quick, meaningful methods for this.

Happy holidays and the trends in photo news

Whether celebrating Easter or just enjoying a break, the editors of c't Fotografie say thank you by offering both new and classic reading material for you.

Commentary on the coalition agreement: Black and red snake oil

A frightening picture of the digital world emerges from the coalition agreement: AI as a panacea, data protection as a disruptive factor. Falk Steiner comments.

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Shipyard change: Research vessel Meteor IV approaches final construction stage

The research vessel Meteor IV set off on its final construction phase on Good Friday. It is to replace two research vessels.

ChatGPT can now localize image locations much more precisely

Find out where someone else's photo was taken – This can be done much more accurately with a new ChatGPT function.

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Environmentally conscious online shopping – Women a little more mindful

Online or offline shopping? Bitkom warns against simplistic eco-judgments. Studies reveal women more actively reducing emissions through conscious purchasing.

Safety checks for decommissioning a North German nuclear power plant are lacking

To participate in dismantling German nuclear plants, a safety review is needed. Currently, this review is not technically feasible in Schleswig-Holstein.

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The latest in Artificial Intelligence

Meta FAIR: Better eyes and better understanding of AI models

TSMC: GPUs compensate for weakening smartphones

OpenAI launches o3 and o4-mini

Gemini Live: free screen and camera analysis for all Android users

Microsoft's Copilot now sees what you see in the Edge browser

The latest in Cars & Mobility

A cab with Freenow advertising in Berlin, with the Federal Chancellery in the background.

Mobility platforms: Lyft takes over Freenow

Electric SUV Lucid Gravity coming to Germany from the USA in the fall

Report: A day with the ADAC breakdown mechanic

Electric car: Nissan Interstar-e van cheaper with small battery

EU Commission wants to introduce a reparability index for household appliances

The EU Commission will set new requirements for the reparability of products such as consumer electronics. This concerns the Ecodesign Regulation.

Manjaro Linux 25 "Zetar" brings new desktop versions

Manjaro Linux 25.0 with the code name Zetar comes with the latest versions of Gnome, Plasma and Xfce. The Immutable version is also making progress.

Künstliche Intelligenz in der Softwareentwicklung – Chancen und Risiken

KI kann die Softwarebereitstellung beschleunigen und effizienter machen - birgt aber auch Risiken. Sicherheitslücken, schlechtere Codequalität und Ineffizienz können unerwünschte Folgen sein.

Government: 5G has "not significantly" increased mobile phone radiation exposure

Increasing data transmission volumes require constant further development of mobile communications. The government sees no reason to panic regarding radiation.

British army successfully shoots down swarms of drones with energy weapon

The British army is testing an energy weapon based on radio waves to destroy swarms of drones. The system impresses with its low deployment costs.

Sony World Photography Awards 2025: The illusion of the human age

British photographer Zed Nelson wins the Sony World Photography Award 2025 with critical wildlife images.

Meta in court: Zuckerberg testifies for 13 hours

Ads in WhatsApp, Instagram and Facebook Messenger generate tens of billions of dollars for Meta, Zuckerberg says in FTC lawsuit

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"Hubble tension": Rotating universe could solve the riddle of cosmology

People are still puzzling over why nearby objects and distant galaxies move away from us at different speeds. There may now be a simple explanation.

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Atlassian fixes high risk vulnerabilitites in Confluence, Jira & Co.

Atlassian has released security updates for Bamboo, Confluence and Jira. They seal gaps classified as high risk.

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Sonicwall SMA100: Attackers abuse old vulnerability

Attacks are currently taking place on old vulnerabilities in Sonicwall's firmware for devices in the SMA100 series.

Azure Migration Hub: Microsoft supports the transition from AWS and Google Cloud

Microsoft is offering a new knowledge platform for Azure. It is designed to support administrators with workload migrations from AWS and Google Cloud.