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ChatGPT maker OpenAI has delay ed the launch of its custom GPT store until early 2024, according to an internal memo seen by Reuters on Friday. During its first developer conference in November, OpenAI introduced the custom GPTs and store, which were set to be launched later that month. The company is continuing to "make improvements" to GPTs based on custom er feedback, the memo said. The delay comes against the backdrop of the startup's surprise ouster of its CEO Sam Altman and his subsequent reinstatment following threats by employees to quit. The GPTs are early versions of AI assistants that perform real-world tasks such as booking flights on behalf of a user. It is also expected to allow users to share their GPTs and earn money based on the number of users. Source: https://thefoxposts.com/openai-delays-launch-of-custom-gpt-store-to-early-2024-TheFOXposts-42557.html?utm_source=blogger_source&utm_medium=blogger_medium&utm_campaign=blogg...

In a series of first, Apple is planning to allow third-party app stores on iOS. Previously, Apple allowed iPhone and iPad users to download apps from its app store exclusively. However, it is now working on opening the com Pet ition for others. As per reports by Bloomberg, 'software engineering and services employees are engaged in a major push to open up key elements of Apple's platforms'. Read How a secret software change allowed FTX to use client money The move is a part of compliance with the strict European Union's Digital Markets Act (DMA) requirements that will be implemented in 2024. As per the rules, digital firms need open markets for other players. Apple is reportedly working on different measures to ensure security in this regard. Regarding the new rules under the Digital Markets Act (DMA), Apple has been continuously lobbied against the sideloading as it raises security and privacy concerns. Source: https://thefoxposts.com/apple-planning-to-al...

SHANGHAI: Over a hundred customers queued inside Apple's  flagship store in the Chinese financial hub of Shanghai on Friday, waiting to pick up their iPhone 15 orders on the first day of in- store availability. How Apple's latest iPhone sells in China is under close scrutiny by fans and market watchers alike, after widening curbs on iPhone use by government staff and the release of a high-end rival from domestic manufacturer Huawei sparked concern about demand for the device in its third-largest market. But the strength of pre-orders in the world's second-largest economy, which began last Friday, has eased worries, with delivery times pushed into November and the premium iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max selling out in just one minute on Alibaba's Tmall e-commerce site. Local media reported the queue at the store on Shanghai's East Nanjing road shopping belt started forming at 5 a.m. (1000 GMT). Among those at the store was...

It took Apple Inc 15 years from when it first started selling its iPhone in India to having a company-run retail store in now the world's second biggest smartphone market, one where it has faced several business challenges. As Apple opens its first store s, here is a timeline of its journey in India, where the US firm's contract manufacturers are increasingly making iPhones. August 2008: iPhone 3G made its debut in India minus the mass hysteria and winding queues that had marked its launch in the US, Europe and parts of Asia. January 2016: Apple files an application with India's government to set up its own store s in India. May 2016: Apple chief Tim Cook met Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi for the first time as the company looks at plotting an expansion strategy. June 2016: India relaxes its investment rules for foreign retailers, clearing way for giants such as Apple and IKEA to set up stores in the country. May 2017: Apple, working with contract ...

Twitter alternative Bluesky, backed by Jack Dorsey, is now available in app store s. The app made a debut on the app store on February 17 and since then it has been installed by over 2000 users in the testing phase. Although the app is available by invite only, the availability on the app store s shows that it might be launching soon for the public. The app is similar to Twitter. As per reports, it has a simple user interface where an account holder can click on the plus option to create a post with 256 characters. The app currently allows users to share, mute and block accounts. Users can also keep a track of reposts, follows, or replies through the notification tab. However other advanced settings are not available yet. Moreover, it doesn't have the dm option either. Read European Parliament to ban TikTok from staff phones The app is a decentralised version of Twitter and has many similarities to the platform. The app was previously available for testing to a confined set...