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Elon Musk’s Starlink was Ukraine’s most downloaded app last Sunday

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This past Sunday, the Starlink mobile app, which allows users to connect to Elon Musk’s satellite internet service, became the most downloaded application from the Apple App Store in Ukraine. Mariupol, which has experienced heavy attacks, was reportedly without internet connectivity for a week as of March 9, 2022.

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Hyundai, Kia join China’s Baidu to develop connected cars – ET Auto

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Seoul, South Korea’s top carmaker Hyundai Motor and its affiliate Kia said on Sunday that they have inked an agreement with China’s tech giant Baidu to develop technologies for connected cars. The agreement came amid the growing market for connected cars in China.

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Starlink broke top 100 most downloaded iPhone apps on Wednesday

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On Wednesday, the Starlink app was the 54th most downloaded iPhone app for users in the U.S. The Starlink app, which is free to download, helps customers set up and use the hardware to receive internet service. It also monitors the connection and the speed. Follow us for interactive news & more.

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BMW integrates Ubigi’s global Personal eSIM solution for premium connectivity – ET Auto

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BMW customers in France and Germany can activate the Personal eSIM of their vehicle with Transatel’s Ubigi 5G data plans to enjoy additional infotainment features and WiFi connectivity, irrespective of their primary network operator for their regular smartphone subscription. and 9 with the option Personal eSIM (SA6PA).

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Safeguarding connected cars from cybersecurity threats – ET Auto

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These modern vehicles boast an array of features aimed at enhancing convenience, safety, and connectivity. Utilize Secure Wi-Fi Networks: Smart cars often rely on Wi-Fi connectivity for various functions, including software updates and data transmission.

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Rising disposable income giving a thrust to connected cars in India – ET Auto

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Car variants that are connected feature-rich contribute as much as 45% of sales of a particular model, according to industry estimates. Connected cars are becoming the mainstream choice for many new car buyers in India fuelled by rising disposable incomes and an influx of new models.

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US looks at regulating connected vehicles to prevent abusers from tracking victims – ET Auto

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telecommunications is considering a rule that could stop domestic abusers from tracking victims through vehicles that are connected wirelessly. Federal Communications Commission Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel is asking other commissioners to start the process of drawing up new regulations. The agency that regulates U.S.

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