Google today announced new updates and tools from Search, Maps, and Shopping to help you travel smarter this summer. Continue reading “Google adds AI-powered trip ideas to Search, Translations in Circle to Search and more”
Category: apps
Vi Movies & TV now offers 13+ OTT apps, 400+ live TV channels, and more
Vi has launched Vi Movies & TV, an all-in-one entertainment app for Vi subscribers. This app offers access to 13+ OTT apps, 400+ live TV channels, and complimentary content libraries, making it a comprehensive entertainment hub. Continue reading “Vi Movies & TV now offers 13+ OTT apps, 400+ live TV channels, and more”
WhatsApp is working on International UPI payments in India
WhatsApp is working on a new feature to enable international UPI payments in India, as shared by AssembleDebug on X (formerly Twitter). The app’s screenshot reveals a forthcoming addition to the UPI settings section, labeled ‘International payments.’ Continue reading “WhatsApp is working on International UPI payments in India”
Telegram unveils Peer-to-Peer login program which poses security risks
Telegram has introduced the Peer-to-Peer Login Program, noticed by the Telegram Info English Channel and reported by Android Police via AssembleDebug on X (formerly Twitter). Continue reading “Telegram unveils Peer-to-Peer login program which poses security risks”
WhatsApp now lets you Pin up to three messages in chats
WhatsApp has introduced an update to its pinned messages feature, now allowing users to pin up to three messages in a chat. Previously, users could only pin a single message in a conversation with a contact or a group. Continue reading “WhatsApp now lets you Pin up to three messages in chats”
Truecaller adds AI-powered spam blocking feature on Android
Truecaller’s latest update on Android brings a new feature called AI spam blocking, focusing on curbing spam calls. Available for Premium subscribers under the ‘Max’ protection, this feature automatically blocks all suspected spam calls. Continue reading “Truecaller adds AI-powered spam blocking feature on Android”
YouTube unveils tool to Label AI-Generated content in videos
YouTube has introduced a new tool in Creator Studio aimed at ensuring transparency and trust between creators and viewers. Continue reading “YouTube unveils tool to Label AI-Generated content in videos”
YouTube Music now offers ‘hum-to-search’ songs on Android
YouTube Music is introducing a new song search feature on Android, as reported by 9to5Google. Now, when you launch the search function, you’ll notice a fresh “Song” tab alongside “Voice”. Continue reading “YouTube Music now offers ‘hum-to-search’ songs on Android”
Google Chrome gets real-time Safe Browsing protections on desktop and iOS
Google has introduced a significant update to Google Safe Browsing, offering real-time, privacy-preserving URL protection for users of Chrome on desktop and iOS devices. This update also includes new password protections for Chrome on iOS. Continue reading “Google Chrome gets real-time Safe Browsing protections on desktop and iOS”
Government bans 18 OTT platforms for obscene content
Today, the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting (I&B) took action against 18 OTT platforms for distributing inappropriate content. The decision comes as a response to the platforms sharing obscene, vulgar, and sometimes pornographic material. Continue reading “Government bans 18 OTT platforms for obscene content”
Files by Google app gets document scanning feature
Google’s file manager app Files by Google has added a new document scanning feature to the app. There is a new scan option on the homepage of the app, on the right side, that lets you scan any document. Continue reading “Files by Google app gets document scanning feature”
Google India temporarily reinstates delisted apps amid policy enforcement
Last week, Google India took down over a dozen apps from its Play Store because more than 10 companies failed to comply with its billing rules. According to Google, these companies have not been paying the required fee for in-app digital goods. Continue reading “Google India temporarily reinstates delisted apps amid policy enforcement”
Instagram adds Editing, Pinning, and Theme options to Direct Messages
Meta today has announced new features for Instagram DMs, making it easier to connect, express yourself, and manage your inbox. Here’s what’s new: Continue reading “Instagram adds Editing, Pinning, and Theme options to Direct Messages”
Google confirms blocking RCS functionality in Messages on rooted Android devices
Google is blocking RCS (Rich Communication Services) on rooted or bootloader-unlocked Android devices, as reported by 9to5Google. Continue reading “Google confirms blocking RCS functionality in Messages on rooted Android devices”
Google enforces Play Store Policies in India, cracks down non-compliant apps
Google, in its recent announcement, highlighted its sustained efforts in nurturing India’s tech ecosystem for more than two decades. Continue reading “Google enforces Play Store Policies in India, cracks down non-compliant apps”