Amazon Prime Membership prices in India have increased, marking the first price bump in almost 16 months. Continue reading “Amazon Prime gets a price hike, monthly plan now starts at Rs. 299”
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Microsoft Phone Link for iOS on Windows 11 launches globally
Microsoft has announced that Phone Link for iOS is now being made available to all Windows 11 users. This feature was initially introduced with the Windows 11 February update and enables a connection between a Windows 11 PC and an iOS mobile device. Continue reading “Microsoft Phone Link for iOS on Windows 11 launches globally”
Uber Reserve Service goes live in more Indian cities
Uber has expanded its Reserve service to six additional cities in India, allowing riders to pre-book their rides between 30 minutes to 90 days in advance. This service provides users with greater flexibility and convenience when it comes to planning their travel. Continue reading “Uber Reserve Service goes live in more Indian cities”
Now you can log into same WhatsApp account on up to four phones
WhatsApp introduced ‘Companion Mode’ last year that enabled users to connect a second phone to their account. Earlier this month, an option to connect more phones rolled out for beta users on Android. Continue reading “Now you can log into same WhatsApp account on up to four phones”
Opera One browser with new design, AI features released
Opera has revealed Opera One, the early access version of their completely redesigned browser that is slated to replace the flagship Opera browser for Windows, MacOS, and Linux later this year. Continue reading “Opera One browser with new design, AI features released”
Google Authenticator gets Google Account synchronization
Google has introduced a new feature to Google Authenticator, which enables Google Account synchronization on both iOS and Android platforms. Continue reading “Google Authenticator gets Google Account synchronization”
Telegram update brings Shareable chat folders, Custom wallpapers and more
The widely used chat app Telegram has got new features such as Shareable Chat Folders, Custom Wallpapers and more. The last update brought features like power saving mode, optimizations for Android devices with low specs and other new features as well. Continue reading “Telegram update brings Shareable chat folders, Custom wallpapers and more”
WhatsApp now lets you keep disappearing messages in a thread
After reports of WhatsApp working on an option to keep messages from disappearing in a thread on iOS and Android, the company today confirmed that the feature is currently rolling out globally with the latest WhatsApp update. WhatsApp started testing this earlier this month on Android and iOS beta versions. Continue reading “WhatsApp now lets you keep disappearing messages in a thread”
Twitter starts removing legacy ‘Blue Checks’ for users
Twitter has started removing blue checkmarks from legacy accounts, including those of high-profile figures like Beyonce and Pope Francis. This move had been threatened by Twitter’s owner, Elon Musk, who has been struggling to make the platform profitable since purchasing it for $44bn in 2022. Continue reading “Twitter starts removing legacy ‘Blue Checks’ for users”
Netflix gains 1.75 Million subscribers in Q1 2023; delays password-sharing crackdown
In its earnings released on Tuesday, Netflix has announced that it has delayed its wide launch of its password-sharing crackdown until sometime before July this year. It says it changed the timing from late Q1 to Q2. Continue reading “Netflix gains 1.75 Million subscribers in Q1 2023; delays password-sharing crackdown”
JioCinema could get rebranded to JioVoot, plans from Rs. 99?
JioCinema, the official digital streaming partner of the Tata IPL, is expected to undergo significant changes. It appears like JioCinema will be renamed JioVoot. Viacom 18 also owns the over-the-top (OTT) platform Voot. Continue reading “JioCinema could get rebranded to JioVoot, plans from Rs. 99?”
Twitter introduces ‘Labels’ for tweets limited for policy violations
Twitter has introduced a new way of presenting tweets on your timeline. It’s based on an idea called “Freedom of Speech, not Freedom of Reach,” which is not a new rule but just more clarity on an old one. Continue reading “Twitter introduces ‘Labels’ for tweets limited for policy violations”
SEGA to acquire ‘Angry Birds’ creator Rovio for €706 million
SEGA has decided at its Board of Directors meeting on April 17, 2023, to make a tender offer to acquire Rovio Entertainment Oyj, a Finnish mobile game company, through its UK-based wholly-owned subsidiary SEGA Europe Limited. Continue reading “SEGA to acquire ‘Angry Birds’ creator Rovio for €706 million”
JioCinema looking to charge for content after IPL: Report
JioCinema, the official digital streaming partner of the Tata IPL, may start charging for its content after the cricket tournament ends, according to a Bloomberg report. The IPL is setting new records for viewership this year, but JioCinema is still offering free streaming of the matches at the moment. Continue reading “JioCinema looking to charge for content after IPL: Report”
Truecaller gets AI-Powered SMS Fraud Protection
Truecaller has introduced SMS Fraud Protection powered by AI, which helps users fight back against scammers. The new update provides smart alerts to safeguard consumers from all kinds of scams and frauds that spread through SMS. The company recently launched Live Caller ID on iPhone with Siri Integration. Continue reading “Truecaller gets AI-Powered SMS Fraud Protection”