Communication

Twenty years since Gilad Schalit's abduction, newly released IDF logs show real-time confusion

The new records rest mostly on reports that an IDF command center received in real time via communications devices with soldiers in the field, as well as handwritten reports and updates.

In this handout photo provided by the IDF, freed Israeli soldier Gilad Shalit (2nd R) walks with Defence Minister Ehud Barak (L), Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (2nd, L) and IDF Chief of General Staff Benny Gantz (R) at Tel Nof Airbase on October 18, 2011 in central Israel.
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DR. DANIEL ORLIEVSKY (left) and his team use the Phaedrus Approach to teach students on the spectrum how to communicate.

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A demonstration of the Digital Ground Army system, June 2026.

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Meta Israel's communications chief: It’s the abilities, not the disabilities

"Pick up your head, look around, and remember that it’s the abilities, not the disabilities, that really count," says Maayan Sarig, head of communications and partnerships at Meta Israel.

Maayan Sarig, Head of Communications & Partnerships at Meta Israel

Ever wish your dog could understand you? New research suggests they can

Pet dogs can learn to respond to human words because they understand that some ‘stand for’ objects.

 A study has made the surprising discovery by recording brain activity that dogs generally also know that certain words “stand for” certain objects. when they hear those words, they activate a matching mental representation in their minds.

Communications Ministry to fine cell companies for poor reception

First time: Ministry of Communications intends to fine Pelephone, Partner, Cellcom, Hot Mobile, and Wicom around 9 million shekels for not meeting 95% 4G cellular coverage requirements in settlements

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Can you hear me now: Cell companies face fine for bad service

If the sanctions go through, this will be the first time that such sanctions are imposed.

 Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi attends digital journalism Conference at the Reichman University in Herzliya, January 9, 2023.

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WhatsApp's new design options aim for organized messaging

The various new “options will save people time and allow them to communicate more effectively through their WhatsApp messages,” Meta said in a statement. 

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Israel says it approves Starlink services in Gaza field hospital

The Communications Ministry also said that Starlink -- Elon Musk's satellite network and the world's largest satellite operator -- will be enabled in Israel for the first time.

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Israeli tech helps soldier with brain injuries heal and speak again

Through Israeli innovation, a wounded IDF soldier is able to communicate with his family once again.

Now Officer R can communicate with his caregivers and family members. "Tagid Li".

5 Reasons to Switch to eSIM Packages for Mobile in Israel and Abroad

eSIM is a modern alternative to traditional SIM cards that offers advantages for eSIM-based communication packages in Israel, abroad, and for integrated packages in both Israel and abroad.

 5 reasons to switch to mobile eSIM packages in Israel and abroad

Bad News for WhatsApp Users: Backup Will Cost Money

The change in the app's file storage format, on Google Drive's cloud, will require many users to pay in order to back up messages and videos over 15 gigabytes.