Facebook is reportedly testing the ‘dislike’ button along with reactions for Messenger. The social network first introduced reactions button with emojis last year and is now looking to expand it to Messenger as well, according to a latest report from TechCrunch.
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In a bid to bolster its presence in the online streaming market, Netflix has teamed up with Airtel, Videocon d2h direct-to-home (DTH) services in India. Under the partnership, Netflix app will be integrated into Airtel DTH and Videocon d2h set-top boxes, according to a latest report from IANS.
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It was reported in December that Samsung is planning to bring Samsung Pay, its mobile payment service in India in first half of 2017. Now the company has started accepting early access registration for Samsung Pay in the country.
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Google has added support for Exchange Tasks on Gmail for Android. The update that bumps the app to version 7.2 will allow users to view, create, or edit tasks in their Exchange account. Continue reading “Gmail for Android gets support for Exchange Tasks and new app shortcuts”
Google has updated Allo app for Android with several new features including new shortcut to make it faster and easier to bring the Google Assistant into chats. In chat, you just need to tap the Google Assistant icon in the compose box. Last week Google said that it will roll out Google Assistant to smartphones running Android 7.0 Nougat and Android 6.0 Marshmallow. Continue reading “Google Allo for Android gets one tap Assistant shortcut, GIF sharing and Animated emoji”
You will now be able to receive much heavier files via attachments using Gmail. Google has doubled attachment limit for Gmail to 50MB, up from 25MB. Continue reading “Gmail users can now receive attachments up to 50MB”
Facebook is taking efforts to help prevent suicides. The social network is integrating suicide prevention tools to help people in real time on Facebook Live. It has also launched a live chat support from crisis support organizations through Messenger. Facebook will use artificial intelligence to help spot users with suicidal tendencies.
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The popular photo editing app Prisma that turns your photos into art is planning adding the ability for users to create their own filters. Currently, Prisma will let you build your own filters via a web-based tool. This tool is being made available to a limited number of users as of now. Continue reading “Prisma will now let you create your own filters, in-app Store launched”
Google is adding its Keep note-taking app to G-Suite of applications. Now all the G-Suite users can use Keep to jot down points, take quick notes about work and much more. Continue reading “Google Keep note-taking app joins G-Suite, launches Docs integration”
Google has quietly released a video conferencing service aimed at businesses. Dubbed as Meet by Hangouts, the standalone app will allow G Suit users to make and receive HD video calls.
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YouTube is finally foraying into the entertainment streaming business. The Google owned company has announced YouTube TV live streaming service that will bundle content from networks and about 35 of other cable networks for $35 per month. Continue reading “YouTube unveils YouTube TV streaming service for $35 per month”
Mozilla has announced acquisition of the Pocket, the popular read it later app that saves articles, videos and other content on the web. Financial details of Mozilla’s first acquisition were not disclosed. Pocket would continue to operate as an independent subsidiary of Mozilla, which makes the Firefox web browser. Continue reading “Mozilla acquires read-it-later app Pocket”
Google has announced new games for Android and Daydream VR at the GDC (Game Developers Conference) in San Francisco. The company has also announced few important updates to Play Store as well. Continue reading “Google announces new games for Android and Daydream VR, updates Play Store”
Paytm CEO Vijay Shekhar has announced via his Facebook account that there are now over 200 million wallet users. The company has reached this milestone in just three years since its inception. Continue reading “Paytm crosses 200 million wallet users, unveils online shopping portal Paytm Mall”
Google is shutting down its group messaging app Spaces. Launched in May last year, the app allowed groups to share around any topic such as find and share articles, videos and images without leaving the app, since it comes with Google Search, YouTube, and Chrome come built in. Continue reading “Google Spaces group sharing app to shut down on April 17”
