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”
Facebook today announced that it is removing Trending section from the platform to make way for future news experiences on Facebook. It introduced trending back in 2014 in a way to help users to discover trending news and topics. Continue reading “Facebook to remove ‘Trending’ topics section”
Sony today announced that Xperia XZ2 and Xperia XZ2 Compact camera now has Google Lens integration. ‘Google Lens’ is Google’s flagship product that understands your environment by scanning things you point at it and return relevant information. The feature is available out-of-the-box for XZ2 Premium. Continue reading “Sony Xperia XZ2 and Xperia XZ2 Compact camera get Google Lens integration”
We often come across content and sketchy stuff on the internet that we don’t want our kids absorbing. With the same goal, Microsoft is now rolling out new features; family group improvements to Microsoft launcher and Edge browser. The update to Microsoft launcher and Edge browser allows parents to access family controls. Continue reading “Microsoft expands family group feature to Microsoft launcher and Edge browser for Android”
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”
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”
Last year, the Cupertino giant Apple announced the availability of ARKit to the public with the roll-out of iOS 11. In fact, the ARKit is available for anyone with an iPhone 6S or later, the iPad Pro, and the latest 9.7-inch iPad. With the help of ARKit, the iOS developers integrate the high-end augmented reality experiences either in existing apps or introduce a new app specifically for this platform. Right now let’s take a look at 5 interesting AR apps available right now for download. Continue reading “5 interesting AR apps on the App Store Made in India”
Snapchat has quite a few interesting Lens under its kitty including its body-tracking ones that can follow you around. Today the company is rolling out yet another lens, in fact, it is the first Lens that would react to sound. It is a cute animal mask overlay for your face whose eyes move based on the sounds it hears. Continue reading “Snapchat introduces its first lens that reacts to sound”
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”
Facebook has faced a lot of criticism over the Russian-backed ads on its platform before, during and after the 2016 US presidential election. This made the company look back at some changes it needs to make to offer better transparency, especially with political ads. Continue reading “Facebook and Instagram launch political ad labelling”
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 today has expanded its marketplace to home service professionals. The company says that it has included this section as it topped the recommendations related queries on Facebook in the US compared to other topics. Continue reading “Facebook market place expands to home service professionals”
