Google launches Photo Sphere Camera app for iPhone

Google has rolled out Photo Sphere camera app for iPhone users. The app enables users to create 360 degree images and publish them on Google Maps and other social networks.

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FreeCharge buys offline app store Preburn

Online recharge and coupons site FreeCharge has acquired offline app store Preburn for an undisclosed sum. The stealth mode offline app store is designed for Rapid User Acquisition, offering app publishers a large pool of users and hence, faster attainment of critical mass.

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Google buys image recognition app maker Jetpac

Google has acquired a travel based image recognition start-up Jetpac for an undisclosed sum. The firm has created an app that pulls specific items out of publicly available Facebook and Instagram photos to generate city guides.

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Microsoft debuts ephemeral messaging app WindUp for Windows Phone

Microsoft has launched its own version of the ephemeral messaging app dubbed as WindUp. A product of the Microsoft Research, the app will let Windows Phone users send and receive temporary messages and media like audio, video and photo.

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Twitter adds new features for verified users on mobile

Twitter has announced two new tools for verified users with an aim to increase conversations within them. The micro blogging site has added a feature that will alert a verified user on their Android and iPhone mobile app when another verified users follows them.

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Facebook Messenger for Windows Phone gets voice messages, emoticons and more

Facebook Messenger for Windows Phone has been updated with bunch of features that brings it in line to its Android and iPhone app. The latest update 6.0 adds the ability for users to record voice messages that the was apparently the most requested features, according to Facebook.

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Swarm check-in app lands on Windows Phone

Swarm, the new check-in app from Foursquare has now landed on Windows Phone. The app which was separated from Foursquare with some core feature was first announced in May. Windows Phone users can now access the Swarm app that is already available on Android and the iPhone.

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Line introduces camera app for Selfie on iPhone, Android version coming soon

It seems like Line want to tap the ongoing selfie phenomenon. The Japanese chat messenger launched a ‘Selfie Sticker‘ app for iPhone last month. Today, it is launching a camera app made especially for selfies.

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Dropbox for Android updated with previews, redesigned search and more

Dropbox has put more power in its Android app with several updates. For starters, search has been completely redesigned and now tracks recent queries and offers typeahead suggestions.

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Microsoft rolls out ‘Snipp3t’ Celebrity news app on iOS

Microsoft has launched a new app that will allow users to track their favorite celebrities. Dubbed as ‘Snipp3t’  the app is currently available only on iOS devices like the iPhone and iPad.

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Latest Line Android App update suggests relevant stickers for chats

Line has updated its Android App with a new suggest feature that lets users find stickers just by entering the text. The version 4.6.0 suggests stickers ad emojis based on your conversation type.

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Google Search gets deep app linking, hands free mode, Play Music also updated

Google has updated Google Search with a bunch of new features. The version 3.6 adds the  ability for developers to deep link app information through Android’s linking API. However, these features require developers to implement them first within their apps. Additionally, the Search app hints at Google working on a hands-free mode. It would introduce a new interface for when you are driving to offer you a simple and less cluttered interface.

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Revamped Foursquare app goes live on Android and iPhone

Foursquare rebranded its new app and unveiled a new logo last month. Today, the completely redesigned app has been launched that chucks  out check-ins and puts more focus on personalized recommendations.

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Amazon India shopping app goes live on Windows Phone

Amazon India has unveiled its shopping app on Windows Phone that will allow users to search, browse and shop products online. The e-commerce portal had previously launched Android and iPhone app last year.

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Facebook’s Internet.org app brings free limited internet in Zambia

Facebook had announced its ambitious Internet.org project last year with an aim to bring affordable internet access to emerging markets like India and Africa. Today, the social network has launched the Internet.org mobile app that gives users in Zambia, Africa free access to a handful of online services on their mobile phones.

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