 Google Photos beta 6.94 reveals new Most recent and Best match search filters, a Spotlight video editor for quick social media clips, and a floating comment bar in shared albums, all aimed at enhancing library management and user experience. This week in KDE: SVG Breeze cursors and more thumbnails https://pointieststick.com/2024/08/09/this-week-in-kde-svg-breeze-cursors-and-more-thumbnails/ @kde@floss.social @kde@lemmy.kde.social Researchers of the cybersecurity company Sonar found three critical vulnerabilities in Roundcube webmail that allow JavaScript execution via malicious emails. Administrators should update to the patched version 1.6.8 or 1.5.8 as soon as possible. The future of Nova Launcher is uncertain after Branch Metrics laid off most of its team, leaving only founder Kevin Barry as the sole developer. Development will continue slowly, focusing on version 8.1 Proton Pass now supports biometric authentication for Windows and Mac via Touch ID and Windows Hello, but only for subscribers to a paid plan. Additionally, a new Identities feature for autofilling contact info is accessible to all users. A critical security flaw in 1Password 8 for Mac, affecting versions before 8.10.36, allows attackers to bypass inter-process protections, risking user credentials and account unlock keys https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/8/critical-security-flaw-found-in-1password-8-for-mac-users-urged-to-update-immediately/ Turkey has indefinitely banned Roblox over concerns of child exploitation and inappropriate content, affecting users and creators worried about their earnings and Robux value https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/8/turkey-bans-roblox-over-child-exploitation-concerns-amid-safety-and-legal-issues/ Microsoft Store gets a major update on Windows 11, now available to Windows Insiders. New version adds a redesigned library, improved search, and a new Updates & download page. It also includes a section for game developers to promote in-app events. Heroic Games Launcher is releasing an update to support GOG Galaxy on Linux using the Comet project, allowing Linux users to play GOG games that previously required the non-Linux native client https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/8/heroic-games-launcher-update-brings-initial-gog-galaxy-support-for-linux-users/ Instagram will make views the primary metric for content performance across all formats, including Reels, Stories, and Posts. Creators are also advised to monitor sends per reach for better insights https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/8/instagram-shifts-to-views-as-primary-metric-for-content-performance-across-all-formats/ Amazon's upgraded AI image generator, Titan Image Generator V2, offers advanced image conditioning for targeted edits. It supports fine-tuning with brand assets and includes features like automatic background removal https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/8/amazon-launches-titan-image-generator-v2-with-advanced-image-conditioning-for-edits/ Google to integrate Web Monetization into Chrome, enabling automatic micro-payments to websites, providing an alternative to ads and subscriptions. This feature supports small payments with minimal fees and user control over contributions https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/8/google-to-integrate-web-monetization-in-chrome-enabling-micro-payments-to-websites/  YouTube is testing a community notes feature to correct misinformation in videos, similar to X/Twitter's Community Notes. It's in a selective rollout to US English-speaking users, with feedback refining the feature https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/8/youtube-is-currently-testing-its-community-notes-feature-among-a-select-group-of-users/ Reddit plans to introduce AI-powered search and paid subreddits to diversify revenue. AI search will summarize threads, enhance content discovery and attract advertisers, while paywalled subreddits might offer exclusive content for monetization. Audible, owned by Amazon, launched Maven, an AI-powered search feature for personalized audiobook recommendations. Initially available to half of U.S. customers on iOS and Android, Maven also tests AI-curated collections and review summaries. Facebook introduced a new program to assist content creators in managing warnings for breaching Community Standards. This initiative offers in-app training for first-time offenders, allowing them to remove warnings upon successful completion. New research at the Black Hat conference reveals a vulnerability in Windows 10 and 11, dubbed Windows Downdate, allowing attackers to downgrade systems via Windows Update, exposing them to old vulnerabilities. @alternativeto "There is a need for increased awareness of and research into OS-based #downgrade attacks. During this process, I found no mitigations preventing the downgrade of critical OS components in #Microsoft #Windows. We believe other OSs may be equally susceptible to similar attack vectors and that all OS vendors must be vigilant against the dangers they pose." https://www.safebreach.com/blog/downgrade-attacks-using-windows-updates/ The new beta update for the recently launched Nvidia app introduces enhanced display settings, RTX Video Super Resolution, HDR sliders, and ChatRTX integration. It also features an improved stats overlay and includes a free month of PC Game Pass https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/8/the-new-nvidia-app-adds-rtx-super-resolution-new-display-settings-and-chatrtx-integration/ Researchers found a way to bypass Microsoft 365's anti-phishing measure, 'First Contact Safety Tip,' using CSS. This vulnerability can hide alerts and make phishing emails appear secure. Despite reporting the issue, Microsoft hasn't yet addressed it https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/8/researchers-find-flaw-in-microsoft-365-s-anti-phishing-feature-through-css-style-tags/ Manjaro has released an experimental Manjaro Immutable version for community testing, utilizing Arkdep. It's not recommended for primary use but may benefit gaming handhelds and businesses https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/8/manjaro-linux-introduces-immutable-version-for-community-testing/ |
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