Google app update hints at podcasts episode search, Google Lens intro text and more

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Google has pushed a new beta update to its Google app and this update details how the last remnant of Google Now will soon be killed. It also hints at some minor tweaks to Podcasts and Lens. It features a “deprecation_warning” for a widget. “Feed” is most likely to be removed since how it is the last piece linked to Google Now. Continue reading “Google app update hints at podcasts episode search, Google Lens intro text and more”

LG V30 Plus Android Oreo update in India brings AI Cam, ThinQ branding

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LG is finally rolling out the Oreo update to the LG V30 Plus which will turn the phone into LG V30 ThinQ with AI Camera. After updating, the start screen of the device will now show LG V30ThinQ branding instead of LG V30 Plus. The update comes with build number OPRR1.170623.026 and software version V20b-IND-XX.  Continue reading “LG V30 Plus Android Oreo update in India brings AI Cam, ThinQ branding”

Mozilla announces first Firefox Mobile Test Pilot – Notes for Android, Lockbox password manager for iOS

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Mozilla today has announced the first Firefox mobile test pilot for mobile devices. The company is taking these steps toward bringing Mozilla’s mission of privacy, security, and control to mobile apps beyond the browser. The two apps it is introducing are the lockbox password manager for iOS and Note app.  Continue reading “Mozilla announces first Firefox Mobile Test Pilot – Notes for Android, Lockbox password manager for iOS”

Twitter for Android finally gets a new bottom navigation bar

Twitter Bottom Navigation Bar

Twitter is finally rolling out a new bottom navigation bar for Android much like how it is for iOS. This makes it easier for navigation while browsing through the latest tweets. However, this change doesn’t let you swipe between the various tabs of the app such as Home, Search, Notifications, and Messages. Continue reading “Twitter for Android finally gets a new bottom navigation bar”

PUBG mobile beta version for Android released on the Play Store

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PUBG is consistently releasing a fresh new update since it launched back in March. In May it rolled out the much talked 0.5.0 update and in June it released the 0.6.0 which is currently the stable release. Though it tests the upcoming stable release before it rolls out, the beta of the game is not so easy to find for everyone who might be interested. To make the process easy, Tencent Games released the PUBG mobile beta on the Play Store.  Continue reading “PUBG mobile beta version for Android released on the Play Store”

Emirates Skywards GO companion app for Android and iOS released

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Emirates Skywards which is the loyalty programme of Emirates airline has partnered with the ENTERTAINER to launch its own Emirates Skywards GO app for members. The app is a mobile travel companion that offers members access to over 4,400 2-for-1 offers at some of the best restaurants and spas in over 20 cities. Continue reading “Emirates Skywards GO companion app for Android and iOS released”

Google Play Games update brings Search, Snake game, YouTube videos with gameplay and more

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Google Play Games app is getting a new update (v5.10) which brings features like new setting to disable autoplay videos, new search, removed settings to disabled Quest and Request notifications (v5.9), added Snake, YouTube links under games in the carousel (v5.8), White nav bar (v5.8). It is also bringing a new progress screen to a small group of users. Continue reading “Google Play Games update brings Search, Snake game, YouTube videos with gameplay and more”

Microsoft said to be working on Movies & TV app for Android and iOS

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Microsoft has been moving its focus in bringing out more apps that are daily usable by users. With Microsoft’s Edge browser and Launcher striking gold with millions of downloads in Play Store and App Store, the company sure has a scope to do more. The company’s Movies & TV app is currently only available on Windows-based platforms like Windows 10 PC, Xbox, and Windows 10 Mobile. Continue reading “Microsoft said to be working on Movies & TV app for Android and iOS”

RED Hydrogen One with 5.7-inch holographic display, 6GB RAM, Android 8.1 specifications surface in benchmarks

RED HYDROGEN ONEAhead of the official release in August, RED Hydrogen One which was introduced last year has been spotted Geekbench benchmarks. It confirms most of the previously rumored details like the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 chipset, and 6GB of RAM.
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Instagram updated with video chat, topic channels in Explore and new AR camera effects

Instagram Video Chat

Instagram has received a new update which brings features like Video Chat, topic channels in Explore, and new camera effects for Stories. With the new video call, you can video chat in Instagram Direct, either with just one person or a group. Topic channels on Explore give you new ways to discover your interests on Instagram. Continue reading “Instagram updated with video chat, topic channels in Explore and new AR camera effects”

Google Chrome can now save content offline on WiFi

Google Chrome Offline

Google today is releasing a new feature to Chrome that offers another way to use Chrome on Android for users in India along with more than 100 countries including Nigeria, Indonesia, and Brazil. The new feature allows users to surf the web with Chrome even without a constant internet connection. Continue reading “Google Chrome can now save content offline on WiFi”

Adobe Spark for Android with intelligent graphic design, typography, design filters and more released in beta

Adobe Spark

Adobe today has finally released the Spark app for Android in beta, the app was available on Web and iOS for a while now. It is the company’s storytelling app that includes ‘Page,’ ‘Post,’ and ‘Video.’ The app can create collages, flyers, and social posts based on a set of templates. Continue reading “Adobe Spark for Android with intelligent graphic design, typography, design filters and more released in beta”

Worldwide smartwatch shipments to hit 43.5 million in 2018 with 34.8% market share: IDC

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The worldwide wearables market forecasts an estimate of 124.9 million units by the end of 2018, which is an 8.2% increase from the same time last year. Though the growth is slightly lower than the 10.3% growth experienced in 2017, the market is expected to return to double-digit growth from 2019 until 2022 as smartwatches and other form factors grow according to International Data Corporation (IDC). Continue reading “Worldwide smartwatch shipments to hit 43.5 million in 2018 with 34.8% market share: IDC”

Android Messages gets Web version, Smart Replies, GIF support, link previews and more

Android Messages

Google is finally bringing features to Android Messages application that many would appreciate. Google says that it is creating a messaging experience that would be available on multiple devices, and let you share whatever you want. One among the many features is rolling out is Android Messages for Web that lets you send and receive texts from your computer. Continue reading “Android Messages gets Web version, Smart Replies, GIF support, link previews and more”