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USB-C: All Phones will be forced to switch to one unique USB-C by 2024.
USB-C will soon be implemented for all.
For several years consumers have requested one unique port USB-C for all their electronics especially on phones, tablets, and other portable devices from various companies and brands but in reality, this hasn’t been resolve.
iOS and Android users have complained about the use of different chargers for their phones. AS all known, the iPhone is charged from a Lightning cable while Android-based devices are charged using USB-C connectors.
This hustle of different chargers for consumer electronics costs a lot of burden on the final consumer. For instance, the user of two phones being iPhone and Samsung is forced to use two separate chargers.
THE ACTION.
The European Commission has presented legislation that would compel all consumer electronics to use one standard USB-C port. This proposal would require a harmonized charging standard, which would apply to Phones, Tablets, Headphones, and Cameras.
As a matter of fact, this proposal will affect Apple as it is the only company still relying on proprietary smartphone charging standards (Lightning).
The positive impact of this proposal will be the cutting down of cost and reduction of e-waste as all manufactures will be required to stop providing a charging brick.
Most companies have already begun this exercise.
The European Commission hopes that this will occur in 2022. From that point, companies will have two years to transition to USB-C on their devices.
PREVIOUS ACTION.
European Commission failed to finalized the regulation back in 2018.
In 2019, a European Commission impact assessment study found that half of all charging cables sold with mobile phones had a USB micro-B connector, 29 percent had a USB-C connector, and 21 percent had a Lightning connector.
However, the iPhone maker is not happy about the development. The company is resisting by claiming that the legislation would stifle innovation.
“We remain concerned that strict regulation mandating just one type of connector stifles innovation rather than encouraging it, which in turn will harm consumers in Europe and around the world,” the company said in a statement.
Reuters
If such a proposal is legally enforce to prompt Apple to change to USB-C, then one can expect the rumour of a portless iPhone to come with a wireless MagSafe charger.
Sports
Liverpool vs. Real Madrid: Where to watch it live.
The UEFA Champions League final has arrived and the teams that met at the 2018 finale are again on the verge of deciding who will lift the trophy.
The UEFA Champions League final has arrived and the teams that met at the 2018 finale are again on the verge of deciding who will lift the trophy.
In 2018, Real Madrid claimed its 13th European championship with a 3-1 win over Liverpool. So the question is, will the Anfield football giant Liverpool, seek payback at the 2022 UEFA Champions League final and its second European title in four years.
The English Football Club had shown a good cup race this season
Liverpool has been crowned champions of the Carabao Cup 2022, beating Chelsea in a penalty shoot-out in the Final at Wembley Stadium to seal a record ninth triumph.
The Reds continue their quadruple title race as they have lifted the FA Cup for the eighth time after triumphing over Chelsea in a 5-6 penalties shootout at Wembley.
The game finished goalless after 90 minutes and eventually ended up in a shootout to decide the champion.
Despite their successive spirit in the English leagues this season, 90 minutes of action will determine the champion.
Real Madrid on the other hand has already been crowned champions of the La Liga title and the team is fully prepared for the final match on Saturday, May 28.
The Spanish giant put up a mysterious comeback to win over manchester city in the semi-final competition in the UEFA Champions League to book their sit in this year’s UEFA Champions League final at the Stade de France in Saint-Denis, France, on 28 May 2022.
head-to-head matches between the two clubs.
Over the years, the two clubs had several encounters and Real Madrid has won four while Liverpool has won 3 out of eight meetings with only one draw.
Who will win ?
As part of their quadruple title race, Liverpool has been crowned champions of the Carabao Cup 2022 and FA Cup 2022 but was halted by taking the English premier league as Manchester City worked a 3-2 comeback trick on Aston villa to grace the league champions.
Real Madrid on the other hand has already been crowned champions of the La Liga title.
Will Real Madrid repeat their victory over Liverpool as it happened in 2018? or Liverpool will continue their title race despite not being able to win the English leagues?
Well, 90 minutes of action will determine who will lift the trophy at the 2022 UEFA Champions League final.
And Extra-time and penalties are available if the two teams cannot be separated after 120 minutes.
Liverpool v Real Madrid team XI.
Liverpool predicted XI: Allison; Alexander-Arnold, Konate, van Dijk, Robertson; Keita, Fabinho, Thiago; Salah, Mane, Diaz
Real Madrid predicted XI: Courtois; Carvajal, Militão, Alaba, Mendy; Casemiro, Kroos, Modric; Rodrygo, Benzema, Vinicius Jr.
Liverpool & Real Madrid road to UCL final.
TIME AND VENUE.
- Who: Liverpool vs. Real Madrid
- When: 28 May 2022 at 9 p.m local time in Saint-Denis.
- Ghana lives coverage 19:00 GMT.
- Where (venue): Stade de France in Saint-Denis, France. (After UEFA decided to move the final out of Russia as result of ukraine invasion).
How to watch Liverpool vs. Real Madrid live
The game will be streamed live via
- BT Sport 1,
- BT Sport Ultimate
- BT Sport’s YouTube channel for FREE.
- Hesgoal (Free).
- Paramount+ (paid subscription). Try It free now
- BT Spots (paid subscription).
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How to protect your WhatsApp account from hackers.
WhatsApp has become the most preferred social messaging app for many and as result, more scammers indulge in ridiculous activities to scam innocent, naïve, and ignorant.
Many users have been victimized to the extent of losing data and some hacked accounts are being used to collect money from their loved ones
However, users have an option to prevent their account from being hacked
How can I secure my WhatsApp?
You can secure your WhatsApp account by following these tips:
- Never share your registration code or two-step verification PIN with others.
- Enable two-step verification and provide an email address in case you forget your PIN.
- Set a device code.
- Be aware of who has physical access to your phone.
- If you receive an email to reset the two-step verification PIN or registration code but didn’t request this, don’t click on the link. Someone could be attempting to access your phone number on WhatsApp.
How to protect your WhatsApp Account?
To protect your WhatsApp account from being hacked, you need to enable two-step verification in your WhatsApp account.
What is two-steps verification?
Two-step verification is an optional feature that adds more security to users’ accounts.
This prevents a third party from accessing an individual’s account without the user’s approval
Does two-step verification work on WhatsApp?
Two-step verification is an optional feature that adds more security to your WhatsApp account. You’ll see the two-step verification screen after you successfully register your phone number on WhatsApp. The two-step verification PIN is different from the 6-digit registration code you receive via SMS or phone call
how to activate two step verification on WhatsApp.
Follow the steps below to enable two-steps verification in your WhatsApp account:
Enable two-step verification
- Open WhatsApp Settings.
- Tap Account > Two-step verification > Enable.
- Enter a six-digit PIN of your choice and confirm it.
- Provide an email address you can access or tap Skip if you don’t want to add an email address. …
- Tap Next.
- Confirm the email address and tap Save or Done.
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4K Tokkit and 4K Video Downloader make it easy download any TikTok videos.
TikTok is known as the home of videos where individuals show their talent in a multicultural way. This has become the daily part of users of this platform. The video shared by numerous users comprises of how-to and fun 🤩 vibe with a certain enthusiasm
Sometimes users wish to have these videos uploaded to TikTok on their devices for offline and be able to share them on different platforms with their loved ones.
This article explains the steps you will need to download your preferred TikTok video for offline consumption.
So let dive in and lay down the steps…
How to Download Short TikTok Videos with 4K Tokkit?
Follow the simple steps below to start downloading.
1. Launch 4K TokKit. It’s available for macOS, Windows, and Linux.
2. Enter the name of the TikTok account or hashtag you want to download videos from.
3. Select the suitable option from the search results.
Tip: You can narrow your search and download only videos that were posted on a specific date or time period. Click the settings icon located to the right of the Download button. Open the in-app calendar and set the preferable date or time range.
4. Click the Download button.
That’s it! Wait a few seconds until the download is finished, and enjoy watching the TikTok videos.
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