Apple tvOS updated with single sign-on, improved Siri search, more live channels and apps

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Apple is bringing quite a few new features to its Apple TV this fall with updated tvOS. The company at WWDC 2016 announced that the last generation of Apple TV had 80 video channels and now it has over 1300 video channels. Also the native apps have grown to 6000 for the Apple TV in seven months. Continue reading “Apple tvOS updated with single sign-on, improved Siri search, more live channels and apps”

Apple renames OS X, introduces macOS Sierra with Auto Unlock, Siri, Apple Pay and more

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Apple has finally renamed its desktop OS X to macOS for streamlining the naming convention across all other Apple operating systems – iOS, watchOS and tvOS. The Cupertino giant has also announced the next version of its Mac operating system called macOS Sierra. Continue reading “Apple renames OS X, introduces macOS Sierra with Auto Unlock, Siri, Apple Pay and more”

Google makes ‘Now on Tap’ feature independent of ‘Now cards’

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If your phone has Android’s Marshmallow and you have been using Google’s ‘Now on Tap’ feature, then you already know that without enabling the ‘Now cards’ you cannot use the feature. Continue reading “Google makes ‘Now on Tap’ feature independent of ‘Now cards’”

WhatsApp beta for Android lets you quote messages while replying

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WhatsApp beta app has been updated to version 2.16.118 which brings a new message quotes feature. The update allows users to quote somebody’s message at the time of replying. Continue reading “WhatsApp beta for Android lets you quote messages while replying”

Google Nearby for Android now suggests apps and websites based on your location

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Google has rolled out Nearby feature for Android to recommend you apps and websites based on your current location. The feature uses GPS and Bluetooth to open applications before you know you need them.

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YouTube rolls out Smart Offline feature in India

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YouTube has rolled out Smart Offline feature in India that lets mobile users take advantage of cheaper mobile data rates at night. A number of telecom operators offer affordable night packs in the country.

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Google said to follow Apple and offer larger revenue cuts for developers

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Earlier today, Apple detailed a number of changes that are coming to its App Store which includes a 85-15 percent revenue cut. Now, Google is following Apple’s bandwagon and tweaking Play Store revenue policy, according to a latest report from Re/code.

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Google rolls out Motion Stills iOS app that creates GIFs from Live Photos

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Google has rolled out an iPhone app that turns Live Photos into GIFs. Dubbed as Motion Stills the app has been developed by Google’s research lab.

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Twitter for Android revamped with navigation menu, floating tweet button and more

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Twitter has overhauled it’s Android app with improved design and couple of much needed tweaks. The micro blogging site is bringing Material Design features which offers new look and feel to the Android app. Continue reading “Twitter for Android revamped with navigation menu, floating tweet button and more”

Microsoft starts rolling out Planner for Office 365 subscribers

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Microsoft has announced that it will start rolling out Planner, team collaboration software for all eligible Office 365 users. Planner lets you visually organize plans, assign tasks, share files, chat and more.

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