Google rolled out Smart Replies in Android Messages last year, while the initial offering was available to selected devices as it was a server-side roll out. Now according to new reports, the test might be expanding as users have started reporting seeing the feature on their devices. Continue reading “Android Messages Smart Replies now rolling out to more users”
Google has rolled out a new beta update to Gboard bringing the version to V7.3. While there are not many features or changes, digging deep within the APK reveals some critical changes like OCR capabilities, battery saver mode support with a dark theme, custom text and more. Continue reading “Gboard v7.3 beta hints at OCR capabilities, battery saver mode with dark theme, custom text and more”
Google Lens from the date it was announced refrained itself within the camera app and Assistant, and today Google has finally launched it as a standalone app on the PlayStore. This way you can now access Lens feature even if your phone doesn’t currently offer it. The Google Lens app offers exactly same functionality as it does anywhere else. Continue reading “Google Lens is now available as a standalone app on the Play Store”
Google has rolled out a fresh new update to its Google app which brings the version number to v8.6. The new update brings more references to ‘Your People screen’ and Google Assistant for Households by adding personal details to contacts and it will also have an option to enable or disable Assistant on the Pixel Buds while your phone’s lockscreen is active Continue reading “Google app v8.6 hints at Assistant contacts, updated material design theme and more”
Instagram ditched the reverse chronological feed for an algorithm in July 2016 and today the company has showcased a new feed ranking algorithm. The company will use machine learning to create a unique feed for everyone. Since it is focused on machine learning, even if you follow exact same accounts as someone else, your feed will be unique and depend on how you interact with those accounts. Continue reading “Instagram News Feed uses machine learning to create unique feed for everyone”
Google is rolling out a new update to Chrome for Android which brings the version to 67. This update will better suit developers to create virtual reality experiences and other apps. Including the standard security and bug fixes, it also includes several design tweaks, but require flags to enable. Continue reading “Chrome 67 for Android brings horizontal tab switcher flag, AR/VR APIs, more”
Google released Just a Line’ AR doodling app back in March; this app lets you draw in the air with your phone. Today the company is further experimenting with a version for iPhone, along with a new feature for both Android and iOS that lets you draw with a friend. Meaning, the app now lets two people create doodles together at the same time across Android and iOS. Continue reading “Google’s ‘Just a Line’ AR doodling app now lets Android and iOS users collaborate”
Netflix for Android finally brings the much-needed update with redesigned U.I with larger controls, forward video, next episode button, and more. This redesigned U.I is long overdue as the player felt a little underwhelming as opposed to great content it carries. Continue reading “Netflix for Android finally gets redesigned UI with larger controls, next episode button and more”
WhatsApp for iOS is getting a new group audio calls feature; this means that soon you will be able to make voice calls with your multiple contacts right from WhatsApp. The new change is apparently server-side roll out, so it might take some time for everyone to get this new feature. Continue reading “WhatsApp for iOS gets group audio calling, beta update for Android brings ‘Select all’ chat option”
Google, earlier this month introduced the ‘Google One‘ brand where it will be replacing the non G-suite Google Drive storage plans with a new cheaper paid storage plans. All paid consumer Google Drive storage plans will be upgraded to Google One and this change doesn’t affect G Suite business customers. Continue reading “Google One Android app released on Play Store, service expected to go live soon”
A weird bug on WhatsApp is allowing blocked parties to send messages and view profiles according to reports of few users. The issue seemed to be a server-side bug and was first highlighted by renowned tipster WABetaInfo on Twitter. However, WhatsApp spokesperson has acknowledged the issue and said: “We are aware of the issue and are rolling out a fix.” Continue reading “WhatsApp acknowledges bug that lets blocked users send messages and view profile, is rolling out a fix”
Microsoft is bringing a very interesting feature to its SMS Organizer app; the app can now deliver your CBSE Class 10, Class 12 board exam results directly to your inbox even when you are offline. Instead of refreshing your browser to check results, you can register on the app to get them delivered directly. Continue reading “Microsoft SMS Organizer app delivers CBSE Class 10, Class 12 board exam results to your phone even if you are offline”
WhatsApp is rolling out yet another beta update bringing the version number to V2.18.159. This update hints at two new features; new contact shortcut and media visibility. Continue reading “WhatsApp for Android beta gets option to show or hide media in gallery, new contact shortcut”
Facebook two-factor authentication is the best practice to secure your account from being vulnerable to any breaches. The company so far used the phone number for authentication is now changing the process and has streamlined the setup flow that guides you through the process. Continue reading “Facebook improves two-factor authentication, now supports Google Authenticator and Duo Security”
Dropbox is now rolling out a bunch of new features to its mobile applications including new activity notifications, streamlined file preview, important items, with starred files, and recent work under one roof and more. Continue reading “Dropbox for Android and iOS gets new activity notifications, file previews and more”
