iPhone users were facing battery drain issues due to Facebook’s iOS app. Ari Grant, Engineer Manager at Facebook has admitted to the issue and released an update to fix it.
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Instagram launches Boomerang app that makes GIF-Like looping videos
Instagram has introduced a standalone app called Boomerang that creates GIF-Like looping videos. Available on Android and iOS, the app combines photos into one-second videos that play forward and backward in a loop.
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Twitter Polls to soon roll out on Android, iOS and web
Twitter is introducing a new feature that will allow everyone to create polls on the micro blogging site. The company has been testing polls with a handful of users, but they will now be rolling out to iOS, Android, and Web over the next few days.
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Microsoft Garage rolls out quick note taking app Parchi for Android
Microsoft Garage has launched a new note taking app for Android. Dubbed as Parchi, it is said to be a quick and light-weight note taking app.
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YouTube Red, a $9.99 per month ad free subscription video streaming service unveiled
YouTube has officially unveiled its much awaited ad free subscription video streaming service. Dubbed as YouTube Red, the service will offer users a $9.99 per month membership for accessing ad-free videos.
Google Maps for Android lets you search for gas prices and add detours to your route
Google has updated Maps for Android with a couple of new features. The latest update lets you search for gas prices and add detours to your route, without having to exit out of navigation.
Facebook’s Instant Articles expands to all iPhone users, coming to Android soon
Facebook’s Instant Articles are now available to all iPhone users following its launch in May this year. The public beta of the feature will be available for Android this week before a broad roll out by the end of the year.
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Apple removes over 250 apps from the App Store that collected users’ personal info
Apple has taken down more than 250 apps from the App Store that were accessing and storing personal information, like Apple ID and device serial numbers, according to a report by SourceDNA.
HERE Maps for Android gets route sharing feature in latest update
HERE Maps for Android has been updated with route sharing feature. This feature was already present for beta testers of the Android app and and has now expanded to all users.
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Google’s Android 6.0 requirements for OEMs include Doze Mode and full disk encryption
Google has just released the Compatibility Definition Document for Android Marshmallow which OEMs need to adhere to in order to run the operating system.
Sony begins rolling out Concept for Android 6.0 Marshmallow to Xperia Z3 and Z3 Compact
Sony has started rolling out Concept for Android 6.0 Marshmallow build to Xperia Z3 and Z3 Compact owners. Some users have already started to receive invites for the same.
Google starts beta testing for Google Search App on Android
Google has opened an official beta channel for the Android Google search app. Interested users can now test the latest features before anyone else by simply signing up.
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Paytm forays into Hotel Bookings
Paytm is expanding its platform by adding hotel bookings. Users can already book bus tickets and soon they will be able to book hotels via the Paytm app
Google starts rolling out revamped design for the Play Store
Google has given the Play Store a major UI overhaul along with improved navigation. The latest changes were previewed by Googler Kirill Grouchnikov a couple of days ago and the update is now rolling out to users.
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YouTube Gaming app gets mobile capture feature and paid subscriptions
YouTube had announced YouTube Gaming in June following which it was launched in August for Web, Android and iOS. Today, the app is being updated with some important features.
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