Microsoft Loop now in public preview, takes on Notion

After being available in private beta for a year, Microsoft has now launched its new Loop app in public preview. With Loop, teams can collaborate in real-time using components, pages, and workspaces, all in one place. Continue reading “Microsoft Loop now in public preview, takes on Notion”

Microsoft’s redesigned Outlook for Mac goes free

Microsoft recently revealed an updated version of Outlook for macOS, now available for free without the need of a Microsoft 365 subscription or license. Additionally, Microsoft Translator app for iOS has also been redesigned. Continue reading “Microsoft’s redesigned Outlook for Mac goes free”

Microsoft Translator app for iOS gets a redesign

Microsoft has announced a redesign of the Microsoft Translator app for Apple devices, with the goal of making it easier to use and providing users with advanced AI technologies. Continue reading “Microsoft Translator app for iOS gets a redesign”

Indian Government to ban 138 betting and 94 loan apps with Chinese Ties

The government is taking action to ban and block 138 betting apps and 94 loan lending apps with ties to China on an “urgent” and “emergency” basis, according to a News18 report. Continue reading “Indian Government to ban 138 betting and 94 loan apps with Chinese Ties”

Picsart launches AI Avatar tool for creators

Picsart has announced the debut of AI Avatar, its newest generative AI capability, in its app. The trend of creating personalized avatars using artificial intelligence continues to develop, and Picsart is now delivering the technology to its millions of creators, along with a range of unique, best-in-class editing tools and a community directly on the platform. Recently, Meta introduced new editing tools for Facebook and Instagram Reels. Continue reading “Picsart launches AI Avatar tool for creators”

Google Meet gets Live sharing of YouTube, Spotify and games

In June, Google said that it would combine its two video calling services into a single one and update Google Duo to include all the features of Google Meet. And now, this upgrade, which began rolling out last month, allows everyone to access additional capabilities, including scheduling and joining meetings, virtual backdrops, in-meeting chat, and much more, in addition to your current video calling options. Continue reading “Google Meet gets Live sharing of YouTube, Spotify and games”

Meta expands NFT support on Instagram to 100 countries

Today, Mark Zuckerberg, the CEO of Meta, has confirmed that the firm is starting to support NFT on Instagram worldwide. After the social network’s initial NFT test launch in May, the expansion began. Users and companies in more than 100 countries across Africa, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, and the Americas will now be able to share their NFTs on Instagram thanks to this extension. Only a few U.S. creators had access to this help prior to the expansion. Continue reading “Meta expands NFT support on Instagram to 100 countries”

Google rolls out unified Gmail interface widely

Google has announced that a fresh new appearance based on Google’s Material Design 3 is blended with beneficial enhancements for every Gmail user, including all the benefits of Google Workspace, is now rolling out. Over the years, the company offered innovative methods to stay productive, such as the tabbed inbox, AI-based collaborations like Smart Compose and Smart Reply, and native apps for iOS and Android. Recently, Google rolled out offline mode to its desktop version as well. Continue reading “Google rolls out unified Gmail interface widely”

Instagram rolls out all new searchable map

Mark Zuckerberg, the CEO of Meta, announced today that the company will give Instagram users a new map experience that can be searched and changes over time. People who use the improved map will be able to look at the most-tagged places in the area or sort the places listed by categories like restaurants, cafes, and beauty salons. Continue reading “Instagram rolls out all new searchable map”

Nova launcher and Sesame Search gets acquired by Branch

Branch, which is well-known among app developers but mostly unknown to users because it works behind the scenes, has bought Nova Launcher, the launcher that many of you use and that has been a key part of the Android experience for years. Also, they bought Sesame Search, which was the search engine that Nova’s search results on the launcher uses. Continue reading “Nova launcher and Sesame Search gets acquired by Branch”

Samsung introduces Galaxy Enhance-X AI Photo editor app

Galaxy Enhance-X is a new app from Samsung that lets you improve your photos using artificial intelligence. With just one click, you can make your photos of higher quality. For those who are experienced photographers, Samsung has the Expert RAW app. However, because of the company’s large customer base, not every Galaxy user is aware of what each setting does. They can now “AI Photo Upscaler & Magic Editor” using the new Galaxy Enhance-X application. Continue reading “Samsung introduces Galaxy Enhance-X AI Photo editor app”

redBus launches RedRail online train ticket booking app

The largest intercity bus ticketing application, redBus, a MakeMyTrip group firm, has released a separate lite-app called “redRail,” with the purpose of improving millions of train passengers’ online travel booking experiences. Previously, redRail was an in-app feature on redBus, but now it will be a separate app. Continue reading “redBus launches RedRail online train ticket booking app”

YouTube TV is testing 5.1 surround sound support to more streaming boxes

About 4 years after YouTube TV made its debut in 2017, a notification for the new 4K add-on in June 2021 also revealed that 5.1 Dolby audio support would be available soon. Nevertheless, only “select devices” will indeed be supported at first, which turned out to be a limited set of smart TVs from Samsung, LG, and Vizio. The support non-Google TV versions of the original Chromecasts were eventually added a few months later. Continue reading “YouTube TV is testing 5.1 surround sound support to more streaming boxes”

WhatsApp Beta is testing 2GB size limit for file sharing

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WhatsApp has initiated a beta test of the ability to send files up to 2GB in size. According to WABetaInfo, a limited test is underway in Argentina, and select people will be able to share media files up to 2 GB. It tends to work with WhatsApp beta for Android v2.22.8.5, v2.22.8.6, and v2.22.8.7, as well as for iOS. At the moment, WhatsApp users can only transfer media files up to 100 MB in size. Continue reading “WhatsApp Beta is testing 2GB size limit for file sharing”

Twitter acquires Slack-rival Quill to improve its messaging tools

Twitter has made its first acquisition under its new CEO, Parag Agrawal. The microblogging site Twitter announced that it has acquired Slack-competitor Quill to help improve its direct messaging tools. Continue reading “Twitter acquires Slack-rival Quill to improve its messaging tools”