All articles tagged with #notes
A BuzzFeed staff roundup of 24 funny, unexpected photos and notes—ranging from quirky price tags to misread phrases—showing how everyday signs and messages can read hilariously in the right (or wrong) context.
On the morning of January 6, 2021, Donald Trump called Mike Pence a 'wimp' in a private remark, according to new notes from a forthcoming book by Jonathan Karl.
Unpublished notes from Mike Pence reveal Trump called him a 'wimp' and pressured him to block Biden's certification on Jan. 6, 2021, with these notes potentially serving as key evidence in investigations into Trump's actions surrounding the Capitol riot, as detailed in Jonathan Karl's upcoming book.
Joshua Jahn, a man with anti-ICE motives, carried out a shooting at a Dallas ICE facility, killing one detainee and injuring two others, before committing suicide. He left detailed notes indicating he acted alone to terrorize ICE agents, using premeditated plans and tracking apps, with increased security measures ordered afterward.
A mother and her son were rescued in a remote California forest after leaving trail notes and using ham radio for help when lost due to GPS failure, highlighting the importance of pre-trip notifications and resourcefulness in emergencies.
Apple has acknowledged an issue where iPhone users temporarily lose their iCloud Notes after accepting updated iCloud terms. A new support document outlines steps to resync notes, including checking iCloud settings and restarting devices. Additionally, users facing a 'Cannot Complete Action' error when accepting terms should update their OS. The problem has persisted since the terms update in September.
Some iPhone users have experienced their notes disappearing after accepting new iCloud terms. To resolve this, users should go to Settings, tap their name, select iCloud, tap Notes, and ensure "Sync this iPhone" is turned on. If already on, toggle it off and on again, then wait for notes to restore in the Notes app. The cause of the issue is unclear, and Apple has not commented.
Instagram is making its Notes feature more prominent by allowing them to be visible directly on user profiles, increasing visibility and interaction. The app is also experimenting with "prompts" for Notes, enabling users to share questions for friends to answer in their updates. Additionally, a new "cutouts" feature will allow users to create stickers from objects in their photos, including public posts from other users, providing a new way to remix content.
During a joint press conference with Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, President Biden was seen using notes and a list of reporters' names to call on. This is not the first time Biden has been caught referring to notes during events and calling on reporters from pre-approved lists, sparking criticism and comparisons to previous presidents. The White House defended Biden's use of notes, stating that having a list of reporters is not unusual for presidents and that he did not have advance knowledge of the questions.
Google, facing increased competition and potential disruption in the search industry, is experimenting with bold changes to its search experience. It has introduced features such as publicly visible notes on search results, the option to follow specific search queries for updates, and generative A.I. results that answer questions in natural language. These changes aim to enhance user experience and maintain Google's dominance in the search market, although challenges remain in terms of managing comments, ad revenue, and traffic to publishers.
Google is launching an experimental feature called "Notes" that allows users to add their own annotations to search results and articles on Discover. Users can customize their notes with colorful fonts and images. The notes will be ranked dynamically based on relevance and user queries. Google will employ algorithmic protections and manual human review to moderate the content. The feature will be available in the US and India, and notes will be indexable on the open web. Additionally, Google is introducing a "follow" feature that allows users to receive batched results and notifications about specific queries they follow. The company has no plans to share users' follow data with advertisers or outside parties.
Google Assistant is transferring control of notes and lists to Google Keep, a move that reverses a previous decision made in 2017. While this is good news for users as Keep is a decent note-keeping app, it also raises concerns about relying on a single platform that Google may one day abandon. Previously, Google had moved the shopping list feature from Assistant to Google Express, creating confusion for users. Third-party support for storing lists ended in June, leaving Keep as the primary option. The transition of notes and lists to Keep is automatic, except for certain exceptions. This shift reflects a broader trend of Google Assistant losing features and focus in favor of AI-centered projects.
ConocoPhillips plans to raise funds for its $3 billion acquisition of the remaining 50% stake in the Surmont oil facility in Canada through the issuance of senior unsecured debt notes. The company did not specify the amount it intends to raise. The Surmont oil facility is located in the Canadian oil sands and holds significant crude reserves. ConocoPhillips previously issued $1.1 billion in notes in May and had a total debt of $16.44 billion as of June 30. The acquisition is expected to be completed in the second half of 2023.
Steam's latest client update includes a redesigned in-game overlay with new features, a notes function, pinnable in-game windows, and improvements to notifications. The update also brings visual and usability improvements, including a fresh coat of paint to the UI. The ability to pin windows from the overlay is ideal for multi-tasking while gaming, and notes can be saved per game and synced to other PCs. Mac and Linux users will also see improved hardware acceleration.
Instagram has added a new option to include music tracks in its Notes feature, allowing users to share songs with their friends. The move is seen as an effort to keep up with TikTok, which has become a key distribution channel for the latest music trends. However, it remains to be seen how much practical value the new feature will add, as Notes doesn't seem to be a major engagement winner in the app.