Telegram crosses 200 million monthly active users, gets sticker search, Multi-Shot sending and more

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Telegram just announced that it has crossed 200,000,000 or 200 million monthly active users  and is also rolling out a new update to Android and iOS bringing new features like sticker search, Multi-Shot sending, connected websites, and more. Continue reading “Telegram crosses 200 million monthly active users, gets sticker search, Multi-Shot sending and more”

Instagram changes algorithm to show newer posts, testing ‘New Posts’ refresh button

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Instagram today announced that it is testing a “New Posts” button that lets you choose when you want to refresh, instead of it refreshing automatically. This change is to ensure the posts you see are timely. The ‘New Posts’ button will now take you to new posts at the top of the feed. Continue reading “Instagram changes algorithm to show newer posts, testing ‘New Posts’ refresh button”

WhatsApp reportedly working on bringing support for JioPhone powered by KaiOS

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WhatsApp is said to be working on bringing its chat application to KaiOS that is currently powering the JioPhone in India and the upcoming Nokia 8110 4G that was introduced recently. Since JioPhone is a sensation in India, companies like Google and Facebook have already bought their Assistant and Core apps for KaiOS platform. Continue reading “WhatsApp reportedly working on bringing support for JioPhone powered by KaiOS”

Facebook Messenger gets new admin privileges and joinable links

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Facebook is rolling out an update to the Messenger which brings new admin privileges, joinable links and more. With admin controls, admins can now approve new members before they join your group chat which is really helpful in large group chats with people you may not yet be connected to. Continue reading “Facebook Messenger gets new admin privileges and joinable links”

Instagram now lets you add hashtags and profile links in bio

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Instagram is now rolling out a new update that will let you have hashtag and profile links in the bio, which according to the company is a new way to express yourself and the things you care. Now when you include a # or @ in your bio, they will become live links that lead to a hashtag page or another profile. Continue reading “Instagram now lets you add hashtags and profile links in bio”

Facebook vows to crackdown platform abuse, CEO Mark Zuckerberg finally opens up about Cambridge Analytica data misuse

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Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg has finally opened up about the on-going Cambridge Analytica that is said to have the possession of Facebook user data that was improperly obtained which was a breach of Facebook’s trust. The company has vowed to crack down on platform abuse and it has announced future steps and plan of action. The company says that it will take action on potential past abuse and put stronger protections in place to prevent future abuse. Continue reading “Facebook vows to crackdown platform abuse, CEO Mark Zuckerberg finally opens up about Cambridge Analytica data misuse”

Top 5 Apps to enhance the WhatsApp experience

WhatsApp has taken over traditional SMS messaging in past few years and it has become the primary messaging app for most of the smartphone users, and with the launch of WhatsApp Business service providers and businesses are also ditching traditional messaging to share information with customers. In this post, we will tell you about 5 different apps which can enhance your WhatsApp experience. Continue reading “Top 5 Apps to enhance the WhatsApp experience”

Xiaomi Mi Store app now available on iOS in India

Xiaomi introduced the Mi Store for Android in beta back in 2015, later it was launched through the Google Play Store for all the Android users. Now the company has introduced the Mi Store for iOS in India. This app lets you search, browse and purchase all Mi products, including phones, tablets and accessories. It has multiple payment options and lets you track order delivery status.

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Google Maps for iOS gets restaurant wait times, improved transit directions and more

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Google Maps for iOS is getting a new update that brings features like restaurant wait times, improved transit directions and More. The updated app brings the version number to 4.47. The new restaurant wait times will be available at more than a million restaurants around the world. Continue reading “Google Maps for iOS gets restaurant wait times, improved transit directions and more”

Microsoft Edge Browser beta now available for iPad

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Microsoft first introduced the Edge Browser beta for Android and iOS back in October 2017 and during the announcement it mentioned that browser for iPads will be made available soon, and now the day has finally arrived. Edge Browser is now finally available for iPads in beta via the Apple TestFlight system. Continue reading “Microsoft Edge Browser beta now available for iPad”

Facebook Oculus Go standalone VR Headset expected to launch at F8 conference on May 1

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Facebook is said to be planning on launching the Oculus Go VR Headset at F8 Developer Conference on May 1 according to sources of Variety. Facebook declined to comment just as expected. The company first introduced the Go VR Headset back in October 2017. Continue reading “Facebook Oculus Go standalone VR Headset expected to launch at F8 conference on May 1”

Facebook Express Wi-Fi app for locally operated hotspots released

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Facebook has released the Express Wi-Fi app for locally operated hotspots for Android. The app lets users buy data packs and find nearby hotspots as part of Facebook’s distributed Wi-Fi network. Facebook’s Express Wi-Fi program is live in five developing countries where users can buy and access high-speed data connectivity via local telecoms. Continue reading “Facebook Express Wi-Fi app for locally operated hotspots released”

Swiftkey 7.0 for Android and iOS brings new Toolbar, Stickers, GIFs and more; Location and Calendar sharing coming soon

Microsoft has updated Swiftkey app to version 7.0 for Android and iOS, which is a major update since it acquired it back in 2016. The update brings new Toolbar to easily access  Themes, Clipboard and more on Android and iOS. The toolbar replaces the existing Hub on Android. It also brings Stickers / Emoji that you can add your messages as they are, or edit them to add your own style and personality to a message and GIFs powered by GIPHY. It will also get new Location sharing and Calendar sharing features.

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WhatsApp Group description available to all iOS and Android users

WhatsApp rolled out the group description for Android beta back in February and now it is rolling out the feature to iOS as well. The functionality is available to users who have updated WhatsApp to 2.18.31.  Continue reading “WhatsApp Group description available to all iOS and Android users”

Google Assistant now available on iPads

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Google bought the Assistant for iPhones last year and today iPads are joining the suite. Assistant on iPads will do things exactly how it does on iPhones. It supports both portrait and landscape modes.  Continue reading “Google Assistant now available on iPads”