Xbox Cloud Gaming Beta app is now available for Meta Quest devices

Microsoft has announced that the Xbox Cloud Gaming Beta app is now available for Meta Quest devices (Meta Quest 2, 3, or Pro headset users), opening up new gaming possibilities and allowing them to stream games without the need for a console or TV. Continue reading “Xbox Cloud Gaming Beta app is now available for Meta Quest devices”

Google Maps gets Timeline, key location controls and more

Google has introduced new updates to give you even more control over personal information. Back in October, AI-powered updates for smarter navigation were added to Maps. Continue reading “Google Maps gets Timeline, key location controls and more”

Apple App Store Apps and Games of 2023: WhatsApp, Instagram, BGMI top the charts in India

Apple has shared the most popular apps and games of 2023 for users in over 35 countries, including India and the U.S. Find the top free and paid apps, games, and Apple Arcade titles on the App Store’s Today tab. Continue reading “Apple App Store Apps and Games of 2023: WhatsApp, Instagram, BGMI top the charts in India”

tvOS 17.2 with revamped Apple TV app with sidebar released

Apple has announced a redesign for its Apple TV app with tvOS 17.2 that lets users navigate more quickly and adds further enhancements to its interface. The company has added a new sidebar that allows users to quickly navigate the app, providing easy access to Apple TV+, the home of Apple Original series and films. Continue reading “tvOS 17.2 with revamped Apple TV app with sidebar released”

Beeper Mini resumes service with bug fixes and improvements

Over the weekend, Apple halted Beeper Mini, the app that brought iMessage texts to Android. Apple cited security concerns as the reason for discontinuing Beeper’s services. Continue reading “Beeper Mini resumes service with bug fixes and improvements”

Apple blocks Beeper Mini due to privacy concerns

Earlier this week, Beeper introduced Beeper Mini, a new Android app designed exclusively for sending and receiving blue bubble messages with friends using iPhones. It is said that the company arrived at this solution by ingeniously reverse-engineering Apple’s protocol, saying that it connects directly to Apple’s service without any middleman. Continue reading “Apple blocks Beeper Mini due to privacy concerns”

YouTube creators get pause comments feature

YouTube is rolling out a new comment moderation feature for creators called Pause. This new feature allows creators to prevent the creation of new comments at the video level, while preserving comments that were already published. Continue reading “YouTube creators get pause comments feature”

WhatsApp ‘view once’ feature comes to voice messages

WhatsApp introduced View Once photos and videos feature back in 2021, now the company is extending the feature to voice messages. Once enabled, the recipient can only listen to the voice message one time before they disappear from the chat. Continue reading “WhatsApp ‘view once’ feature comes to voice messages”

Beeper Mini app brings iMessage to Android users

Beeper introduces Beeper Mini, a new Android app designed exclusively for sending and receiving blue bubble messages with friends using iPhones. Previously known for consolidating various chat apps into one platform, Beeper Mini focuses specifically on iMessage integration for Android users. Continue reading “Beeper Mini app brings iMessage to Android users”

Google app on Android to get sports widget: Report

In a continual effort to enhance user experience, the Google app on Android is set to introduce a Sports widget, following the earlier introduction of the Finance Watchlist. The Sports widget is accessible in the beta channel with Google app version 14.49.38.29. Continue reading “Google app on Android to get sports widget: Report”

Meta to end cross-platform chats between Instagram and Facebook

In a recent update, Meta quietly announced that from mid-December onwards, Instagram and Facebook’s messaging services will no longer support cross-compatibility. The cross-app chatting feature, initially introduced in 2020, is set to be discontinued.

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Vi partners with EaseMyTrip for exclusive travel offers on Vi App

Vi (Vodafone Idea) has joined forces with EaseMyTrip.com, one of the largest online travel tech platforms, to enhance value for its users. Through this collaboration, Vi customers can access exclusive deals on flights, hotels, trains, buses, and cab bookings directly through the Vi App. Continue reading “Vi partners with EaseMyTrip for exclusive travel offers on Vi App”

Google Messages gets Photomoji, Voice moods, Custom bubbles and more

Google has announced a significant achievement, surpassing one billion monthly active users equipped with RCS in Google Messages. Google attributes this success to the ongoing support from dedicated partners and users who have championed RCS over the years. Continue reading “Google Messages gets Photomoji, Voice moods, Custom bubbles and more”

WhatsApp enhances privacy with Secret Code for Chat Lock

In May 2023, WhatsApp unveiled the introduction of “Chat Lock,” a feature aimed at providing users with enhanced control over their privacy. Now, expanding upon this feature, WhatsApp has implemented the “Secret Code,” offering an extra layer of protection for chats, making them more challenging to discover, especially if someone gains access to your phone or if you share a phone with another person.

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Microsoft Phone Link could get support for ‘Phone as Webcam’ on Android

Microsoft is working on a new feature for Phone Link on Windows and the Link to Windows app on Android phones. This feature might allow you to use your Android phone as a webcam for your Windows computer, as revealed in an APK teardown and a report by Android Authority. Continue reading “Microsoft Phone Link could get support for ‘Phone as Webcam’ on Android”