WhatsApp might soon get live location sharing in group chats

whatspp live location_1It looks like WhatsApp is adding new feature that improves location sharing. According to WABetaInfo WhatsApp will soon add the ability for users to share live location during a group chat. The feature is currently being tested on WhatsApp beta for Android and iOS.
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Here’s how major tech leaders reacted to Donald Trump’s immigration order

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The tech world has slammed US President Donald Trump’s order of banning immigrants from seven predominantly Muslim countries -Iran, Iraq, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Syria and Yemen from entering the U.S. CEO’s of major tech companies have criticized and reacted to this latest move.
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Twitter’s new Explore tab merges trends, Moments and search, shows the best of live video

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Twitter today started rolling out a new update for its app that brings new Explore tab that shows trends, Moments, search, and the best of live video, all within one tab. Twitter says that a single tab will make it easier to find what you want. Continue reading “Twitter’s new Explore tab merges trends, Moments and search, shows the best of live video”

Hugo Barra is joining Facebook as VP of virtual reality

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Earlier this week Hugo Barra announced his departure from Xiaomi after 3.5-year stint. He said that he will go back to Silicon Valley in February after Chinese New Year. Today Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced that Hugo Barra will be joining Facebook to lead the company’s virtual reality efforts, including Oculus team. Continue reading “Hugo Barra is joining Facebook as VP of virtual reality”

Here’s how you can buy Google Play recharge codes from Paytm and FreeCharge

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Last week Paytm added the ability for Android users to buy Google Play recharge codes. Now, FreeCharge has rolled out the same feature for its mobile app and website.
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BHIM app v 1.2 gets support for seven regional languages, spam report and more

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BHIM app for UPI-based payments which crossed 1.1 crore downloads in 20 days has received a major update with new features. The update that bumps the app to version 2.1 gets support for seven Indian languages and improved security.

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WhatsApp for iPhone gets ability to queue message offline in latest update

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WhatsApp for iPhone has received a new update that lets users send message even when they are offline. The feature basically queues your message in case you don’t have internet connection and it gets send once you get back on to an active internet connection.

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Instagram Live Stories to start rolling out globally next week

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Instagram had announced Live Videos for Stories in November but only for users in the US. The service that lets users broadcast videos from their device will be rolling out to all users across the globe over the next week. Continue reading “Instagram Live Stories to start rolling out globally next week”

Google kick starts testing for Android Instant Apps

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Google previewed Android Instant Apps at Google I/O last year and now they are live for Android users in limited test format. Currently Instant Apps are available from BuzzFeed, Periscope and Viki.
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Google Voice gets revamped look, new features in its first major update

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Earlier this month Google confirmed that it is working on new Google Voice. Now, the company has given Google Voice a major overhaul with refreshed design and new features. The update is first major one in five years for the service. Continue reading “Google Voice gets revamped look, new features in its first major update”

NPCI asks ICICI Bank to unblock UPI transactions made on Flipkart’s PhonePe

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Last week, ICICI bank had blocked transactions on Flipkart’s payment app PhonePe citing security concerns. Now, National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has asked ICICI bank to unblock transactions made on Flipkart’s PhonePe app immediately. Continue reading “NPCI asks ICICI Bank to unblock UPI transactions made on Flipkart’s PhonePe”

BHIM app for UPI-based payments hits 1.1 crore downloads in 20 days : Ravi Shankar Prasad

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Information Technology Minister, Ravi Shankar Prasad has revealed that recently launched BHIM app for UPI-based payments has crossed 1.1 crore downloads. The app has reached this milestone within 20 days of its launch earlier this month. Continue reading “BHIM app for UPI-based payments hits 1.1 crore downloads in 20 days : Ravi Shankar Prasad”

Beware! New phishing scam is targeting Gmail users

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A new phishing attack is targeting Gmail users tricking them into revealing their login details. The scam which was discovered by security researchers at WordFence a popular developer of security tools is said to fool even tech savvy users.

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Google Maps starts showing parking availability for some users

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Google Maps has reportedly started showing parking availability for some users, according to Android Police. The parking availability will be displayed with a small rounded ‘P’ icon right next to the travel duration within the app. Continue reading “Google Maps starts showing parking availability for some users”