Videolan has released first technical preview version of VLC 3.0 which brings support for 360 degree videos on Mac and Windows. Along with videos, VLC also lets you watch 360 degree photos as well as panoramas.
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Periscope has updated its Android app with a couple of new features. The update which bumps the app to version 1.8.1 brings app shortcuts and new broadcasting options.
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It looks like Google is haveing second thoughts again regarding its “Cast” branding. The company is now phasing out from Cast branding for speakers, TVs, and other hardware that supports its casting technology. Instead, Googleis now replacing Cast with “Chromecast built-in”.
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Microsoft is doing something cool that will give everyone but especially kids from the 90’s a major throwback moment. The company is bringing Solitaire to Android, iPhone and iPad.
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TVS Motor Company has launched IRIDE automobile after sales and service app that monitors the ride parameters of the vehicle during transit which helps customers plan and improve the riding experience. Continue reading “TVS Motor’s IRIDE smart app will detect vehicle movement, parking location and more”
WhatsApp beta for Android is testing a new video streaming feature that allows users to view the video while it is being downloaded. This means you no longer have to wait to watch the video till it is downloaded completely.
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Telegram has updated its app that brings new features to the app along with a new blogging platform. The update which bumps the app to version 3.14 adds instant view and Telegraph publishing platform. Continue reading “Telegram v3.14 update adds instant view, Telegraph publishing platform launched”
Instagram is taking another aim at Snapchat and upping its ephemeral game. The Facebook owned photo sharing service has rolled out two new features that lets you do more with photos and videos.
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YouTube launched YouTube Kids in February following which it landed in India earlier this month. Now the app is improving parental controls which will give them the ability to keep a tab on the type of content their children can watch on YouTube Kids. Continue reading “YouTube Kids improves parental controls with ability to block videos and channels”
Reliance Communications has launched RGC India app for international voice calls. Available on Android and iOS, the app lets you make international calls starting as low as Rs 1.4 per minute. Continue reading “RCom’s RGC India app for international calls launched, call rates start from Rs. 1.4 per minute”
Google is making Allo even smarter with new updates that brings emoji suggestions, new chat themes and more. Continue reading “Google Allo gets emoji predictions, new themes and more in latest update”
Hike Messenger has received a major update that brings new features to the home grown instant messaging app. The app gets Stories, new in app camera and live filters in this update.
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Twitter has introduced a new feature which makes it easier to find and follow friends. The micro blogging site has rolled out QR codes support which allows users to promote their own account and make it even easier to start following other users.
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In a bid to bolster its photo and video efforts, Facebook has acquired facial recognition startup FacioMetrics. The financial details of the deal were not disclosed. Continue reading “Facebook acquires facial recognition tech startup FacioMetrics”
Google has released a virtual reality version of Google Earth for HTC Vive. It is available as a free download via the Steam VR store. Continue reading “Google Earth VR for HTC Vive released”
