Snapchat on Wednesday rolled out an update for Android and iOS devices that replaces its signature tap-and-hold preview feature with the simple tap-and-view. So now you no longer required to hold a finger to view snaps or stories. Continue reading “Snapchat update for Android and iOS ditches tap-and-hold for easy tap-and-view”
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YouTube brings 60fps video streams to Android and iPhone
YouTube is now bringing the 60 frames per seconds videos to its mobile apps. This brings the mobile apps in line with YouTube on the desktop, Apple TV, PlayStation 3, and PS4.
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Facebook Messenger no longer requires Facebook account or an email
Starting today, you don’t need a Facebook account or even an email to sign up for the Facebook Messenger. All you need is a phone number. Continue reading “Facebook Messenger no longer requires Facebook account or an email”
Microsoft Office for Android now available for everyone on Google Play
Microsoft has finally launched the Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) Android apps for everyone. Last month, these were made available in a preview for Office for Android community testers. Continue reading “Microsoft Office for Android now available for everyone on Google Play”
WhatsApp for Android gets new app-wide search feature
WhatsApp for Android has added a new word search feature that lets you search through all your conversations with just a keyword. Continue reading “WhatsApp for Android gets new app-wide search feature”
Samsung releases Quick Panel Restore app to fix reported bug on Galaxy S6 and S6 edge
Samsung has released an app to fix the reportedly missing quick settings toggles issue on their flagship devices – Galaxy S6 and S6 edge. Continue reading “Samsung releases Quick Panel Restore app to fix reported bug on Galaxy S6 and S6 edge”
Google Maps v9.10 for Android adds photo gallery viewer, car rental bookings and more
Google is bringing new version of Google Maps app for Android that adds gallery view for photos, car rental bookings and more to the interface.
Skype Translator preview coming to Skype for Windows desktop this summer
Microsoft is now bringing Skype Translator preview technology to Skype for Windows desktop app. The company last month had removed sign-up requirement for the app, and now it is targeting the end of summer 2015 for the roll-out to begin. Continue reading “Skype Translator preview coming to Skype for Windows desktop this summer”
BBM for iOS beta update enhances Timed Message and Message Retract features
BlackBerry has released a new version of its BBM for iOS beta app that enhances previously introduced Timed Message and Message Retraction features along with several bug fixes and improvements. Continue reading “BBM for iOS beta update enhances Timed Message and Message Retract features”
SwiftKey for iPhone and iPad updated with 12 new themes and more
SwiftKey Keyboard app for iPhone and iPad is updated with 12 new themes alongside stability and performance improvements. Continue reading “SwiftKey for iPhone and iPad updated with 12 new themes and more”
Microsoft working on ‘Flow by Outlook for iPhone’ email chatting app?
Microsoft seems to be working on a new smartphone chat app called Flow that will be a supplement to Outlook inbox app and will work as instant message chatting service for Outlook contacts or any email directly, according to an alleged leaked document by Microsoft. Continue reading “Microsoft working on ‘Flow by Outlook for iPhone’ email chatting app?”
MixRadio free music streaming service now available for Android and iOS
MixRadio, the personalized music streaming service, finally arrives on Android and iOS platforms as well. Until now, the service was only available to Windows Lumia devices.
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Google Play Music web version gets Material Design update
Google’s web version of Play Music is finally getting the Material Design update. Now the interface seems very similar to the Play Music Android app interface.
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Skype Translator preview app for Windows now available for all
Skype’s real-time Translator app is now available to all users for a preview. Microsoft on Tuesday announced that the Skype Translator preview app now doesn’t require sign-up and is simply available to download from the Windows Store. Continue reading “Skype Translator preview app for Windows now available for all”
Google Play now lets users pre-register for upcoming apps
Google has rolled out a new “pre-register” system for apps in Google Play. The new feature will allow users to pre-register for apps and game on the Google Play Store.
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