As we wrap up another dynamic week in the world of technology, we bring you a comprehensive overview of notable happenings. Here’s the TechBooky weekly roundup for the week ending 14th November 2014.
We kick off with noteworthy updates from Facebook. The social media giant has added another feather to its cap by officially linking its network with the anonymous platform Tor. Although you could access Facebook via Tor earlier, this official integration will prevent potential misinterpretation of your connection as a hacked account. Delve deep into this story and the role of the Tor network.
Moreover, Facebook has achieved a commendable milestone with over 500 million users on its messenger platform, a move that was initially met with criticism due to its ‘forced download’ nature. The news feed feature has also been enhanced, empowering users to curate their feed by easily unfollowing and following back people. Learn more about this feature update.
Microsoft, too, made headlines by unveiling its first non-Nokia Microsoft Windows phone, the Microsoft Lumia 535, marketed as a budget-friendly alternative for Windows phone enthusiasts. Explore more about this launch.
From the African continent, we bring you uplifting news that Rwanda has joined the bandwagon of nations launching their own 4G-LTE services. With the growing demand for high-speed data in Rwanda and across Africa, this is indeed a welcome development. Find out more about Rwanda’s technological stride.
On the Twitter front, the company is set to introduce an ‘instant timeline’ service aiming to engage guests and non-account holders, helping them explore the platform before signing up. This initiative aims to convert its 500 million visitors into active users. Discover more about Twitter’s strategic move.
Sony enters the on-demand arena with the announcement of ‘Vue,’ an on-demand and broadcast service. Navigating the rise in demand for streaming services, Sony has cleverly leveraged its PlayStation platform for this endeavor. Read deeper into Sony’s strategic move.
Finally, we close with Samsung’s bold announcement of building a massive $3 billion factory in Vietnam, augmenting its existing $2 billion plant. Through this, Samsung braces to boost its smart device production. Here’s the full insight into Samsung’s expansion plans.
Thank you for joining us in navigating through this tech-filled week. Remain hooked to TechBooky for more weekly recaps and in-depth tech insights. Enjoy the weekend!
This article was updated in 2025 to reflect modern realities.
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