Gboard beta app is getting new features in latest update. The version 6.5 of the Gboard beta app will now let you add Bitmoji and stickers. Continue reading “Gboard Beta 6.5 adds Bitmoji and sticker support”
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Opera discontinues data saving app Opera Max
Opera has officially discontinued its Opera Max data saving app. Introduced in 2014, the app was launched in India in 2015. It app compresses cellular data across all contents such as videos, photos, media, almost all apps and websites. The Opera Max app has now been taken down from the Play Store. Continue reading “Opera discontinues data saving app Opera Max”
Facebook to update News Feed with easier navigation and improved readability
Facebook has announced a bunch of new tweaks and features for the News Feed that aims at improving conversations and offer better readability.
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Instagram gets Facebook-like threaded comments
Instagram has announced a major update to its comment section. The photo and video sharing site has added comment threads that makes it easy to follow conversations.
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Google Allo finally arrives on the web, only pairs with Android phones
You can finally use Google Allo on your desktop. The web client of the Assistant-powered messenger app was in the works since the beginning of this year. Continue reading “Google Allo finally arrives on the web, only pairs with Android phones”
Modified Google Camera app brings HDR+ feature to Snapdragon 820, 821, 835 phones
Google Camera app on the Pixel smartphones has gained accolades from users as well as critics for its performance. The app which uses a high-end software to process photos, especially scores when it comes to high dynamic range photos thanks to its HDR+ mode. Now, an Ukrainian app developer who goes by name B-S-G, has found a way to transfer that software to any device powered by Snapdragon 820,821 or 835 processor. Continue reading “Modified Google Camera app brings HDR+ feature to Snapdragon 820, 821, 835 phones”
Google Voice Search adds support for eight more Indian languages
Google has expanded support voice search in more Indian languages. In addition to Hindi and English, Google will now support eight more Indian languages including Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu. Starting today, speakers of these languages will be able to use their voice to dictate queries — both in Gboard on Android as well as in Search through the Google App. Continue reading “Google Voice Search adds support for eight more Indian languages”
Facebook secretly launched photo-sharing app Colorful Balloons in China
Facebook has secretly launched a new photo-sharing app dubbed as Colorful Balloons in China. The largest social network with over 2 billion monthly active users has been blocked in China since 2009. According to a report from the New York Times, the app was published by a company named “Youge Internet Technology” in China’s App Store and early users are not able to easily share the app with outsiders.
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Facebook takes on YouTube with Watch video platform
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg has been stressing on the importance of videos for a long time. Now, the social network has introduced Watch video platform to take on YouTube. Facebook will start rolling out an array of original shows along videos from other creators to a small group of U.S. users on mobile, desktop and Facebook’s TV apps. Continue reading “Facebook takes on YouTube with Watch video platform”
Paytm expands business by adding support for third party QR codes
Paytm has announced that it now supports third party Quick Response QR codes. Users will now be able to scan non- Paytm codes as well using the Scan button on the Paytm app.
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Google Search for Android gets tappable shortcuts for nearest ATMs, restaurants in India
Google has rolled out an update for mobile Search that makes it easier for users to get relevant information quickly. Google Search app for Android will now show tappable shortcuts below the search bar about an array of topics including cricket scores, weather, nearby restaurants and more.
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Instagram will now let you add a friend to your live stream
FacInstagram is testing a new way that will let you add your friend during a live stream. The live video will be visible in split screen once you have added another person.
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YouTube launches in-app messaging for easier video sharing and chatting
YouTube has started rolling out its in-app messaging feature which has been in testing for over an year. The feature will give YouTube users an ability to share videos and chat with their contacts directly from within the app.
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WhatsApp is testing Facebook-like coloured text status feature
WhatsApp could soon get Facebook-like color text status feature. The popular messaging app is currently testing the feature that will allow users to write their status update with a colourful background. This development was first spotted by Android Police. Continue reading “WhatsApp is testing Facebook-like coloured text status feature”
Reliance JioPhone tipped to run special version of WhatsApp
Reliance Jio is in talks with WhatsApp to create a special version of the popular messaging app for newly launched JioPhone, according to a latest report from Factor Daily. Both the companies are planning to introduce a toned-down version of WhatsApp on the feature phone.
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