WhatsApp update increases group chat size limit to 512 participants

WhatsApp has been working on a lot of features lately, such as the ability to edit messages, undo delete a message, silently exit a group and more. The company announced that they will be doubling the supported maximum number of participants in the group chat to 512 members, and now the update has begun rolling out.

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Meta halts development of smartwatch and commercial release of AR glasses

Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has reportedly halted the development of their smartwatch and has also decided to limit the release of their AR headset to developers. The two decisions are part of the company’s larger move to scale back their investments in their Reality Labs hardware and AR/VR division.

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Apple may launch 15-inch MacBook Air models in 2023, 12-inch model in 2024

Apple announced the new 13.6-inch MacBook Air with the M2 chip inside at their WWDC 2022 Keynote event. According to new rumours, Apple is reportedly planning to expand their MacBook Air lineup with a 15-inch model and maybe a 12-inch model in the future.

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iPadOS 16 Stage Manager will be supported only on M1 iPads

iPadOS 16 is one of the biggest updates to iPadOS in recent times, filled with features for multitasking and making it more PC-like. Among these updates is Stage Manager, which allows users to resize tabs, reorder them, and group multiple apps together. Unfortunately, it appears to only be supported on iPad models powered by the M1 chip.

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iOS 16 to support eSIM transfer via Bluetooth

When Apple unveiled iOS 16 at their WWDC 2022 keynote event, there were loads of small features that Apple did not talk about. One among them is the ability to transfer eSIM connections between iPhones via Bluetooth.

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Apple introduces watchOS 9 with enhanced Workout app, AFib History feature, a Medications app and more

Among the many announcements at Apple’s WWDC 2022 keynote event yesterday was the introduction of watchOS 9. Apple unveiled the next version of the operating system for the Apple Watch, and it comes with an enhanced Workout app, an AFib History feature, a new Medications app, and of course lots more customisable watch faces.

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iOS 16 brings redesigned Lock Screen, updates to Messages, Mail, Wallet and more

Apple held their keynote event for WWDC 2022 yesterday. At the event, they unveiled the next version of their iPhone’s operating system, called iOS 16. It features a new Lock Screen with support for widgets, support for iCloud Shared Photo Library, an enhanced Visual Look Up feature, an updated Messages app, Mail app and more.

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iPadOS 16 introduces Stage Manager, external display support, Weather app and more

One of the biggest announcements at Apple’s WWDC 2022 Keynote event yesterday was the introduction of iPadOS 16. It is loaded with new features such as Stage Manager, full external display support, iCloud Shared Photo Library, Collaboration features via Messages, a new Weather app, a new Freeform app and more.

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Zebronics ZEB-BT800RUF 50W tower speaker with karaoke feature launched

Zebronics, a popular manufacturer of audio products and computer peripherals, has announced the launch of a new tower speaker called the ZEB-BT800RUF. This Made-in-India speaker features a minimalist design, comes with a wired mic in the box for Karaoke, supports multiple inputs and more.

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Here is what to expect at Apple’s WWDC 2022

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Apple is set to hold their WWDC 2022 event today, and there are loads of rumours talking about the various announcements that Apple may make. According to Bloomberg reporter Mark Gurman, Apple is preparing to launch a new version of the iPadOS, iOS and more, however they are unlikely to launch their long-rumoured AR/VR headset.

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Meta introduces new editing tools for Facebook and Instagram Reels

Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has announced a couple of creator-focused updates to Instagram Reels and Facebook Reels. Creators on these platforms now have access to new editing tools, the ability to create and schedule Reels on desktop, and more.

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Google announces Sound Amplifier, Lookout and Gboard updates for Android

Google has introduced a number of features for Android that adds new ways of interacting with people and devices. These include new text stickers support in Gboard, new accessibility features, and the ability to use Play Points for in-app purchases.

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WWDC 2022: iPadOS could get new multitasking features

Apple’s WWDC 2022 event is right around the corner, scheduled for June 6th. The company is expected to unveil the next version of iOS, along with various updates to iPadOS, watchOS, tvOS and macOS. Among these, iPadOS will reportedly receive major upgrades to its multitasking features that should make the iPad more like a laptop and less like a phone.

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Facebook Messenger update adds Calls tab to home screen

Facebook Messenger has begun rolling out an update to its iOS and Android apps that will add a new ‘Calls’ tab to the home screen. The move comes as the company has observed a 40% increase in daily callers now when compared to pre-COVID times.

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Google to bring Meet features to Duo; will merge the two apps later in 2022

2 years ago, we reported that Google was looking to replace the Google Duo app with their work-focused Google Meet app. The company has now confirmed the same, where later in the year Google Meet will replace Google Duo. In the meantime, Google Duo will be updated with all the features that are present in Google Meet over the next few weeks.

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