IPHONE TECHNICAL GLITCHES
How a fake Apple service centre in Gurgaon scammed elderly US citizens of up to Rs 20 lakh each
A fraudulent Apple service centre was discovered in Palam Vihar, targeting elderly victims in the US. Operators sent alarming messages about supposed iPhone issues to individuals over 60 years old. After establishing trust, scammers demanded large sums of money, misrepresenting themselves as banks and using fake Federal Trade Commission notices. Authorities arrested 11 individuals and recovered various electronic devices during the raid.
Apple under scrutiny: India's consumer protection body steps up probe over iOS 18 related complaints
The Central Consumer Protection Authority has begun a detailed investigation into Apple's iPhone technical issues. This action follows a year of ongoing complaints from users after the iOS 18 update. A recent survey shows increased iPhone user complaints, which will aid the authority's probe. LocalCircles advocates for a class action, noting users await a proper fix.
Britain flight chaos deepens, 177 flights cancelled as air traffic glitch hits airlines
UK NATS flight glitch: Air India said the disruption could also affect some of its other flights as aircraft and crew were left out of position following the incident. Passengers were advised to check the latest flight status on Air India’s website before travelling to the airport.
Is Spotify down today? Spotify outage hits over 15,000 as users report server issues with music streaming platform amid outage; here's how to fix
Is Spotify Down Today? Over 15,000 users have flooded Downdetector with reports of Spotify not working. The platform confirmed the outage on X — but offered no timeline for a fix.
This iPhone 17 problem is driving users crazy — Apple needs to fix it fast
iPhone 17 users are facing significant cellular connectivity problems. Dropped calls and missed messages are being reported across different carriers. Wi-Fi connections are also affected. Apple support representatives are aware of the widespread issue. A software update is expected to address these problems. Users can try rebooting their devices or wait for the next iOS update.
Ring users report mysterious logins, company says it's a glitch, not a hack
Ring users are seeing strange logins. These logins show up in their account history. Many users are worried about a hack. Ring says it is just a bug. The company claims a system update caused the issue. Experts say this raises trust concerns. Users should log out old devices. They should also change passwords for safety.
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This Father's Day cake costs more than five iPhones! Check its shocking price
A food delivery app listed a Hazelnut Chocolate Cake for ₹5 lakh. The screenshot went viral before Father's Day. People on social media reacted with disbelief and humor. Users joked about the price and the additional delivery fee. Many assumed it was a mistake. The incident became a viral sensation. It turned a simple dessert into an online comedy show.

Relief against customs duty payment issues for international travellers; new advisory for stuck payments
Customs payment through ICEGATE: Since April 2023 the Customs duty payment have to be made through the ICEGATE portal if its being made online. However for those payments which were although made successfully but failed ultimately due to any error, the customs department has come up with refund guidelines. Now such refunds must be made within 60 days.

Big Billion Days: Is Flipkart's Rs 11 iPhone 13 deal a scam? Frustrated customers outrage
Flipkart's recent promotional offer of the iPhone 13 for just Rs 11 has sparked significant outrage among users. Announced as part of the Big Billion Days Sale, the deal went live on September 22 but sold out almost immediately, leaving many customers frustrated. Users reported technical issues, such as unresponsive buttons and error messages, leading to accusations of misleading marketing practices. While a few claimed to successfully purchase the phone, the majority expressed disappointment and anger on social media, labeling the promotion a scam.

MCD extends last date for geotagging properties in Delhi. How to geotag
Delhi residents can geotag their properties until the end of February for a 10% rebate on advance tax payment in the subsequent financial year. The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) extended the deadline to February 29 due to technical glitches faced by iPhone users. The MCD aims to geotag 15 lakh properties to establish a comprehensive database of property tax records.

Byju’s CEO says will tide over crisis in 45-60 days; BNPL startup ZestMoney to shut down
Amid the ongoing cash crunch at Byju’s, founder and CEO Byju Raveendran told senior executives that he is aiming to address the crisis over the next 45-60 days.

HDFC Bank updates UPI terms and conditions
The Terms and Conditions for HDFC Bank's Unified Interface Payment System have been revised, according to the bank's website.

A new Start button, revamped task bar, no fee for developers using app store: Microsoft debuts Windows 11, first major update in 6 years
Google's popular Android apps will also run on the new system.

CoWin, CoWin, gone
In today's ETtech Morning Dispatch: CoWin faces tech glitches again; Zomato's historic IPO; and FirstCry plans Thrasio-like investment venture

Tech-banking: How are India's banks gearing up as digital goes mainstream?
Banking transactions have grown exponentially over the past few years. Earlier, one transaction amounted to withdrawing Rs 30,000 in cash from an ATM. Now, consumers do dozens of transactions a day — from paying for coriander leaves at a roadside vegetable vendor to paying electricity bills online.

Lessons from Toyota and Wistron: What not to do in Budget 2021 to win back business confidence
Automakers like Ford and GM feel unwanted, as evidenced in high taxes & levies on luxury car items.

COVID contact-tracing feature starts showing on Android and iOS devices, but it remains disabled
Here’s an easy reckoner if you are looking to understand details about the new feature.

The big glitch: Some iPhone X users say they can't activate new devices
The glitches popped up on a banner day for Apple, with huge lines outside stores around the world.

How a Punjab engineering student compelled Snapdeal to sell him an iPhone for Rs 68
Snapdeal has approached the apex consumer forum. The matter will be heard on May 3.

Apple's product launches: 7 biggest controversies
The most valuable company in the world has seen its share of issues marring its product launches.

3G failure: Users shy away from services slated to revolutionise mobile experience
A Neilsen survey has found that despite the advertising blitz, only 19% customers say they plan to use 3G services, the same as last year's figure.
Shivinder Mohan Singh: The wellness mogul
Healthcare offered Shivinder Mohan Singh the perfect vehicle to realise his own mission — to do something that would have a significant social impact and yet be financially viable.
Gadget lovers flip over new iPhone 3G
Gadget lovers around the world on Friday crammed into stores to buy the latest super-fast iPhone G3, swooning over its Internet, GPS and iPod features, despite occasional sticker shock.
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