tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11787279874318956082024-03-28T05:24:12.465+05:30Tech UglyTech Uglyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14045520795585455479noreply@blogger.comBlogger1114125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1178727987431895608.post-51503408724266095052024-03-18T15:09:00.001+05:302024-03-18T15:09:27.930+05:30This amazing Pichkari from Xiaomi is coming to make a splash this Holi<p> After smartphone now Xiaomi is going to launch its new product in India. Which will help you make Holi more special. Yes, you read that right.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjuxJfC4Z0aRkEURnig1DHKvzEKuqS6ySolp7LxC5PnqDOC1-JpStEEHasF1BuQiVRplUJTJ86GQOpRUT0cGqIx5JGeHdxEWd0dP07AxaNIRwi1Z-L6rmhQMyvdygltR3Z-ZoyYunIIU0Jz8VA3q3H4xTtOyOll_oeps0N61mFLhdj6WDDjMhr0SqiK5dl/s881/holi.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="647" data-original-width="881" height="470" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjuxJfC4Z0aRkEURnig1DHKvzEKuqS6ySolp7LxC5PnqDOC1-JpStEEHasF1BuQiVRplUJTJ86GQOpRUT0cGqIx5JGeHdxEWd0dP07AxaNIRwi1Z-L6rmhQMyvdygltR3Z-ZoyYunIIU0Jz8VA3q3H4xTtOyOll_oeps0N61mFLhdj6WDDjMhr0SqiK5dl/w640-h470/holi.png" width="640" /></a></div><p>During this time, you will find different types of pichkari in the markets. To make Holi more spectacular, Xiaomi is also going to launch its smart Pichkari in India.</p><br /><div align="center"><script async src="https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-9640891300720703"
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Only time will tell if we are ready to put a Galaxy Ring on it.</p>Tech Uglyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14045520795585455479noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1178727987431895608.post-27854555877848615002024-03-04T13:51:00.005+05:302024-03-04T13:54:11.118+05:30New Variant of AMOS Stealer Targets macOS Users<p style="background-color: white; color: #111111; font-family: -apple-system, Roboto, SegoeUI, "Segoe UI", "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, "Microsoft YaHei", "Meiryo UI", Meiryo, "Arial Unicode MS", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-variation-settings: var(--cib-type-body2-font-variation-settings); line-height: var(--cib-type-body2-line-height); margin: 12px 0px 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; word-break: break-word;">A <span style="font-size: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-font-size); font-variation-settings: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-font-variation-settings); font-weight: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-font-weight); line-height: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-line-height);">new variant</span> of the <span style="font-size: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-font-size); font-variation-settings: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-font-variation-settings); font-weight: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-font-weight); line-height: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-line-height);">AMOS (Atomic) Stealer</span> malware has recently emerged, posing a significant threat to macOS users. Bitdefender’s analysis sheds light on this alarming development, revealing the malware’s sophisticated techniques and implications for both individual users and organizations.</p><p style="background-color: white; color: #111111; font-family: -apple-system, Roboto, SegoeUI, "Segoe UI", "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, "Microsoft YaHei", "Meiryo UI", Meiryo, "Arial Unicode MS", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-variation-settings: var(--cib-type-body2-font-variation-settings); line-height: var(--cib-type-body2-line-height); margin: 12px 0px 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; word-break: break-word;"><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0XeMT_LgN2MNmUNP-0BU9QqUJk9zMKP9ntOYPFXvxcZaESXtFedvCRbr3WnlNVQxEqD6hSth4n4MjeC83FhJLzijFqE0OYgeLMS0Xgx3ayai7ZFZSrlyg1oLBPLY7PbMcd-tDwHpbGGRaKW6gYMTcu9V19OfqBj06YdNU_0N4rxlVHuV65RMQJD72QDEv/s2048/AMOS-2048x1152.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1152" data-original-width="2048" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0XeMT_LgN2MNmUNP-0BU9QqUJk9zMKP9ntOYPFXvxcZaESXtFedvCRbr3WnlNVQxEqD6hSth4n4MjeC83FhJLzijFqE0OYgeLMS0Xgx3ayai7ZFZSrlyg1oLBPLY7PbMcd-tDwHpbGGRaKW6gYMTcu9V19OfqBj06YdNU_0N4rxlVHuV65RMQJD72QDEv/w640-h360/AMOS-2048x1152.png" width="640" /></a></div><h2 style="background-color: white; color: #111111; font-family: -apple-system, Roboto, SegoeUI, "Segoe UI", "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, "Microsoft YaHei", "Meiryo UI", Meiryo, "Arial Unicode MS", sans-serif; font-size: var(--cib-type-title3-font-size); font-variation-settings: var(--cib-type-title3-font-variation-settings); font-weight: var(--cib-type-title3-font-weight); line-height: var(--cib-type-title3-line-height); margin: 12px 0px 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; word-break: break-word;">The AMOS Stealer: A Growing Threat</h2><p style="background-color: white; color: #111111; font-family: -apple-system, Roboto, SegoeUI, "Segoe UI", "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, "Microsoft YaHei", "Meiryo UI", Meiryo, "Arial Unicode MS", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-variation-settings: var(--cib-type-body2-font-variation-settings); line-height: var(--cib-type-body2-line-height); margin: 12px 0px 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; word-break: break-word;">The <span style="font-size: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-font-size); font-variation-settings: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-font-variation-settings); font-weight: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-font-weight); line-height: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-line-height);">AMOS Stealer</span>, first documented in early 2023, has rapidly become one of the most prevalent threats to macOS users. This new variant employs a combination of <span style="font-size: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-font-size); font-variation-settings: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-font-variation-settings); font-weight: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-font-weight); line-height: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-line-height);">Python</span> and <span style="font-size: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-font-size); font-variation-settings: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-font-variation-settings); font-weight: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-font-weight); line-height: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-line-height);">Apple Script</span> code to execute its malicious activities discreetly.</p><h2 style="background-color: white; color: #111111; font-family: -apple-system, Roboto, SegoeUI, "Segoe UI", "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, "Microsoft YaHei", "Meiryo UI", Meiryo, "Arial Unicode MS", sans-serif; font-size: var(--cib-type-title3-font-size); font-variation-settings: var(--cib-type-title3-font-variation-settings); font-weight: var(--cib-type-title3-font-weight); line-height: var(--cib-type-title3-line-height); margin: 12px 0px 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; word-break: break-word;">Data Theft and Malicious Tactics</h2><p style="background-color: white; color: #111111; font-family: -apple-system, Roboto, SegoeUI, "Segoe UI", "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, "Microsoft YaHei", "Meiryo UI", Meiryo, "Arial Unicode MS", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-variation-settings: var(--cib-type-body2-font-variation-settings); line-height: var(--cib-type-body2-line-height); margin: 12px 0px 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; word-break: break-word;">By dropping a Python script onto the victim’s disk, the malware can gather a wide range of sensitive data, including:</p><ul style="background-color: white; color: #111111; display: flex; flex-direction: column; font-family: -apple-system, Roboto, SegoeUI, "Segoe UI", "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, "Microsoft YaHei", "Meiryo UI", Meiryo, "Arial Unicode MS", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; gap: 4px; margin: 12px 0px 0px; padding-inline-start: 24px;"><li>Files associated with <strong>crypto-wallet extensions</strong></li><li><strong>Browser data</strong> (passwords, cookies, login data, etc.)</li><li>Files from <strong>Desktop</strong> and <strong>Documents</strong> directories</li><li><strong>Hardware-related</strong> and <strong>system information</strong></li><li>The <strong>password</strong> of the local user account</li></ul><p style="background-color: white; color: #111111; font-family: -apple-system, Roboto, SegoeUI, "Segoe UI", "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, "Microsoft YaHei", "Meiryo UI", Meiryo, "Arial Unicode MS", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-variation-settings: var(--cib-type-body2-font-variation-settings); line-height: var(--cib-type-body2-line-height); margin: 12px 0px 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; word-break: break-word;">One of the most cunning tactics employed by this malware is displaying a <span style="font-size: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-font-size); font-variation-settings: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-font-variation-settings); font-weight: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-font-weight); line-height: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-line-height);">fake dialog</span> that impersonates the operating system. Under the guise of a <span style="font-size: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-font-size); font-variation-settings: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-font-variation-settings); font-weight: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-font-weight); line-height: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-line-height);">system update</span>, it prompts users for their local account password. If entered, this password is captured and utilized for further malicious activities.</p><h2 style="background-color: white; color: #111111; font-family: -apple-system, Roboto, SegoeUI, "Segoe UI", "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, "Microsoft YaHei", "Meiryo UI", Meiryo, "Arial Unicode MS", sans-serif; font-size: var(--cib-type-title3-font-size); font-variation-settings: var(--cib-type-title3-font-variation-settings); font-weight: var(--cib-type-title3-font-weight); line-height: var(--cib-type-title3-line-height); margin: 12px 0px 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; word-break: break-word;">Similarities with RustDoor Backdoor</h2><p style="background-color: white; color: #111111; font-family: -apple-system, Roboto, SegoeUI, "Segoe UI", "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, "Microsoft YaHei", "Meiryo UI", Meiryo, "Arial Unicode MS", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-variation-settings: var(--cib-type-body2-font-variation-settings); line-height: var(--cib-type-body2-line-height); margin: 12px 0px 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; word-break: break-word;">Bitdefender’s analysis of the AMOS Stealer’s code revealed significant similarities with the <span style="font-size: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-font-size); font-variation-settings: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-font-variation-settings); font-weight: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-font-weight); line-height: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-line-height);">RustDoor backdoor</span>. This convergence of tactics among different malware families underscores the growing sophistication of cyber threats.</p><h2 style="background-color: white; color: #111111; font-family: -apple-system, Roboto, SegoeUI, "Segoe UI", "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, "Microsoft YaHei", "Meiryo UI", Meiryo, "Arial Unicode MS", sans-serif; font-size: var(--cib-type-title3-font-size); font-variation-settings: var(--cib-type-title3-font-variation-settings); font-weight: var(--cib-type-title3-font-weight); line-height: var(--cib-type-title3-line-height); margin: 12px 0px 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; word-break: break-word;">Small Disk Image Files: A Stealthy Approach</h2><p style="background-color: white; color: #111111; font-family: -apple-system, Roboto, SegoeUI, "Segoe UI", "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, "Microsoft YaHei", "Meiryo UI", Meiryo, "Arial Unicode MS", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-variation-settings: var(--cib-type-body2-font-variation-settings); line-height: var(--cib-type-body2-line-height); margin: 12px 0px 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; word-break: break-word;">The AMOS Stealer spreads through <span style="font-size: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-font-size); font-variation-settings: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-font-variation-settings); font-weight: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-font-weight); line-height: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-line-height);">disk image files</span> that are surprisingly small, making them less likely to raise suspicion. These files contain a <span style="font-size: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-font-size); font-variation-settings: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-font-variation-settings); font-weight: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-font-weight); line-height: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-line-height);">FAT binary</span> with <span style="font-size: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-font-size); font-variation-settings: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-font-variation-settings); font-weight: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-font-weight); line-height: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-line-height);">Mach-O files</span> for both <span style="font-size: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-font-size); font-variation-settings: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-font-variation-settings); font-weight: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-font-weight); line-height: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-line-height);">Intel</span> and <span style="font-size: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-font-size); font-variation-settings: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-font-variation-settings); font-weight: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-font-weight); line-height: var(--cib-type-subtitle2-stronger-line-height);">ARM architectures</span>, acting as a dropper for the Python script.</p><p style="background-color: white; color: #111111; font-family: -apple-system, Roboto, SegoeUI, "Segoe UI", "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, "Microsoft YaHei", "Meiryo UI", Meiryo, "Arial Unicode MS", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-variation-settings: var(--cib-type-body2-font-variation-settings); line-height: var(--cib-type-body2-line-height); margin: 12px 0px 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; word-break: break-word;">In summary, macOS users must remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to protect their sensitive information from this evolving threat.</p><hr style="background-color: white; color: #111111; font-family: -apple-system, Roboto, SegoeUI, "Segoe UI", "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, "Microsoft YaHei", "Meiryo UI", Meiryo, "Arial Unicode MS", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin-top: 12px;" /><p><span face="-apple-system, Roboto, SegoeUI, "Segoe UI", "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, "Microsoft YaHei", "Meiryo UI", Meiryo, "Arial Unicode MS", sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #111111; font-size: 16px;">Please note that this article is for informational purposes only, and users should follow best practices for cybersecurity to safeguard their systems. If you have any specific requests or additional details you’d like to include, feel free to let me know!</span> </p>Tech Uglyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14045520795585455479noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1178727987431895608.post-70974613897355470362024-02-26T13:53:00.001+05:302024-02-26T13:53:19.455+05:30Instagram Wants You to Live-Stream Games and Play with Viewers<p> Hosting live sessions on Instagram can help you get to know your audience better and is a good way to garner followers. However, some influencers may find it difficult to keep their audience engaged for a long duration. This is why Instagram is currently testing the ability to live stream games, but it is different from Twitch or YouTube as your viewers can play with you.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi96ZO1KbxpqgMOcOvBD-z4isNa7Ki0fxF9s9f33P9vN_AK8Mo8iR5C_UD8izf0nNWZDGRlUzHkLvIlx9iJfN0PvYsUL8lUhfjOkt67v9y1dHwXWvYWWQMm_ZVQXumjUdtYr3E1WqNSK_iJuv6mOXz9aA63eI3OrZpG4f2dMpMC7jyWeaAq8g4ddLub3twI/s1556/instaa.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="870" data-original-width="1556" height="358" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi96ZO1KbxpqgMOcOvBD-z4isNa7Ki0fxF9s9f33P9vN_AK8Mo8iR5C_UD8izf0nNWZDGRlUzHkLvIlx9iJfN0PvYsUL8lUhfjOkt67v9y1dHwXWvYWWQMm_ZVQXumjUdtYr3E1WqNSK_iJuv6mOXz9aA63eI3OrZpG4f2dMpMC7jyWeaAq8g4ddLub3twI/w640-h358/instaa.png" width="640" /></a></div><p>As first reported by social media expert, Ahmad Ghanem on Threads, Instagram has added a new “Games” option that you can select before you go live on the app. There seem to be two types of games available as of now.</p><br /><div align="center"><script async src="https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-9640891300720703"
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</script></div><p>As Paytm navigates the complex terrain of corporate restructuring, the landscape of Indian tech undergoes a profound transformation. The workforce reduction serves as a microcosm of the larger shifts within the industry, reflecting a dynamic interplay of strategic realignments, financial prudence, and adaptability in the face of evolving market dynamics. The story of Paytm's layoffs is but one chapter in the evolving narrative of India's tech prowess, a narrative being rewritten with every strategic move and industry-wide shift.</p>Tech Uglyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14045520795585455479noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1178727987431895608.post-65692466618828808032023-12-18T16:37:00.002+05:302023-12-24T00:43:19.475+05:30Apple's New iOS 17 Feature Protects You Against Stolen iPhone Passcodes<p>Apple has once again raised the bar with the introduction of a groundbreaking feature in the iOS 17.3 beta – Stolen Device Protection. This innovative addition is designed to safeguard your data in the event that your iPhone passcode falls into the wrong hands, providing an extra layer of defense against unauthorized access.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUa83gs0PYL1FyeuOwTTSvZkujcKT6zRYlbTpyr6LMqicRUHoHZXtpiHJgPdLiGRbkL2M-hXM19xveIO3eq_uxHd2rGpP_Nz2CJ4q9vRbCxf7BqtSfu8o5h1XCcMVI-oPYCE2iwsx11OCj_6cLlxTVX4Ir66Td0b6Zf31QR0S1uV80bSs7gI4vioeWqWwa/s842/Lock.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="701" data-original-width="842" height="532" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUa83gs0PYL1FyeuOwTTSvZkujcKT6zRYlbTpyr6LMqicRUHoHZXtpiHJgPdLiGRbkL2M-hXM19xveIO3eq_uxHd2rGpP_Nz2CJ4q9vRbCxf7BqtSfu8o5h1XCcMVI-oPYCE2iwsx11OCj_6cLlxTVX4Ir66Td0b6Zf31QR0S1uV80bSs7gI4vioeWqWwa/w640-h532/Lock.png" width="640" /></a></div><p>Recognizing the need to fortify user privacy and protect against such exploits, Apple rolled out the Stolen Device Protection feature, aiming to mitigate the risk of data theft resulting from compromised passcodes.</p><br /><div align="center"><script async src="https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-9640891300720703"
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</script></div><p>For those eagerly awaiting the arrival of Snapdragon X Series-powered devices, the good news is that these cutting-edge notebooks are expected to hit the market in the coming year. With Qualcomm's strong reputation and a bold new lineup, the tech world is in for some exciting developments as the Snapdragon X Series takes the stage. Stay tuned for the latest updates at the Snapdragon Summit!</p>Tech Uglyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14045520795585455479noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1178727987431895608.post-65240922497980553262023-09-25T14:26:00.002+05:302023-09-25T14:26:26.693+05:30Amazon vs Flipkart: The Battle of Diwali Sales 2023<p>With the festive Diwali season swiftly approaching, it's time for India's leading e-commerce giants, Flipkart and Amazon, to unveil their grandest sale extravaganzas of the year. Flipkart ignited the excitement by teasing its upcoming sale earlier this week, and now, Amazon has joined the race with its tantalizing teasers and comprehensive details. The Amazon <a href="https://amzn.to/3PtQaFp">Great Indian Festival Sale 2023</a> banner has officially gone live, offering a tantalizing glimpse into the myriad offers and deals awaiting shoppers during this mega sale event. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipowDQUQNkaSNL7jgJltZSDKYzTaUH_9xmeY0sm6s44fRzfLJ5ougDP58AXpFM6oqdd8YcqrvgyJPj_fU_m1ADvwiPKgO8MHaT5aCBMFTBP5GjA1v0k8CfZI1q-Qf_amzZU4lzK7H0lHDPtQn_qG4kNwhlhixk70o9O7p66APOpOXolHEppPhXz33iW66Z/s543/Amazon%20.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="350" data-original-width="543" height="412" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipowDQUQNkaSNL7jgJltZSDKYzTaUH_9xmeY0sm6s44fRzfLJ5ougDP58AXpFM6oqdd8YcqrvgyJPj_fU_m1ADvwiPKgO8MHaT5aCBMFTBP5GjA1v0k8CfZI1q-Qf_amzZU4lzK7H0lHDPtQn_qG4kNwhlhixk70o9O7p66APOpOXolHEppPhXz33iW66Z/w640-h412/Amazon%20.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p>This is the opportune moment to acquire that dream gadget or home appliance you've been eyeing. But when exactly will the Amazon Great Indian Festival commence, and what spectacular discounts does it have in store? Dive into this guide, and we'll unveil all the details and more.</p><br /><div align="center"><script async="" crossorigin="anonymous" src="https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-9640891300720703"></script>
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</script></div><p>It’s unclear when and if Google will roll out the Google Maps redesign. But 9to5Google reports that some users are seeing the changes pop up in their iOS versions of Google Maps. Google is testing the color changes for now, and I could not replicate these findings despite running the latest Google Maps version.</p><p>Considering the screenshots showing the purportedly altered Google Maps color palette, I’ll say that Google Maps doesn’t look like an identical copy of Apple Maps. But I do see the similarities.</p><p>For example, the blue Google uses for water is changing from dark blue to Apple’s lighter option. Google’s green for forests is getting darker than Apple’s lighter tones. Below, you can see the current color palette theme for Google Maps.</p><p>One big change, and another similarity to Apple Maps, concerns the new color options for roads and freeways. They’re all gray compared to the white/yellow options from before. And that’s a big similarity to how Apple Maps is displaying roads.</p><p>The dark mode is largely similar to the current Google Maps dark experience, though it could always get additional updates down the road.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3TN_X0ZmpZvzTU0KLBBZ-224EqrpIbEKHae_81RG4KeZIN7lvelDx0onjD3qWcYQgydoK86o8CSpVUv9QyHv3gQ5w6NH21DeYGsqbqtwE9FUsHfXoeVJu592M6B4htgwsJ4Zlh4t9UhMPb4gbOUh9NLMBxpPYov6DfqW4LoGVlX1h2nTXQLkPmwDzKwNg/s921/Goole%20,ap.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="921" data-original-width="415" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3TN_X0ZmpZvzTU0KLBBZ-224EqrpIbEKHae_81RG4KeZIN7lvelDx0onjD3qWcYQgydoK86o8CSpVUv9QyHv3gQ5w6NH21DeYGsqbqtwE9FUsHfXoeVJu592M6B4htgwsJ4Zlh4t9UhMPb4gbOUh9NLMBxpPYov6DfqW4LoGVlX1h2nTXQLkPmwDzKwNg/w288-h640/Goole%20,ap.png" width="288" /></a></div><p>These visual changes would also impact the Android Google Maps experience. 9to5Google shared images showing the new colors in the directions user interface. Google users a darker shade of green, and the roads are gray.</p><p>There’s no telling when Google will roll out the new Google Maps appearance to all Android and iPhone users. Or whether it’ll proceed with the color updates after the test period is over. But if Google changes the Google Maps colors, expect similar tones for the web version of the popular navigation app.</p><br /><div align="center"><script async src="https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-9640891300720703"
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</script></div><p>As a longtime Google Maps user, I don’t think I care that much about the color options and whether they’ll resemble Apple Maps. However, there’s no denying that the current Google Maps color palette is immediately recognizable. It’ll take a while for Google Maps enthusiasts to get used to the new colors if they roll out.</p>Tech Uglyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14045520795585455479noreply@blogger.com0