Google Maps for Android and iOS get group planning

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Google today announced that starting today, users can use Google Maps to easily plan where to go as a group. All you have to do is just long press on any place to add the place to shortlist-the small floating bubble on the side of your screen. Once you’ve added places, you can quickly share the list with your friends on any messaging platform, add or remove additional places, and vote together in Google Maps.
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WhatsApp said to be working on Dark Mode for Android and iOS

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WhatsApp is said to be working on ‘Dark Mode’ which has been a long overdue. YouTube, Android Messages in the recent times are updated to dark mode and Android Phone is also scheduled to get the feature soon. This mode comes as a savior for users who are into WhatsApp especially at nights.  Continue reading “WhatsApp said to be working on Dark Mode for Android and iOS”

Instagram introduces new emoji shortcut for comments

Instagram has been adding lots of new features lately in a bid to keep up with the trend. Facebook-owned Instagram has added personalized emoji shortcuts to its app, where the most used emoji will be placed on the top of the keyboard when you begin to type the post. Continue reading “Instagram introduces new emoji shortcut for comments”

Skype removes Highlights and Capture features in a push towards simplicity

Redmond-giant is all set to redesign the Skype app in an attempt to give overall better experience for the users. In a push towards simplicity and familiarity as claimed by the company, they are removing the Highlights and Capture features, leaving the remaining Chats, Calls, and Contacts. Continue reading “Skype removes Highlights and Capture features in a push towards simplicity”

YouTube starts testing New Explore tab on iOS [Update: Being tested on Android]

Update – August 30: A month after testing on iOS, YouTube has announced that the new Explore tab is now being tested on Android. It recently expanded to 2% of iOS users. The company might release it to everyone in the coming months based on the feedback from users since this is still an experimental feature.

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Instagram introduces extra user details in profiles, account verification service; support for third-party authenticator apps coming soon

Photo and video sharing social network, Instagram has introduced new tools in an attempt to enhance the security of the community. The company has announced three significant tool: About This Account, Increasing Access to Verification and Support for Third-Party Authenticator Apps. Continue reading “Instagram introduces extra user details in profiles, account verification service; support for third-party authenticator apps coming soon”

Netflix testing a way to bypass iTunes billing

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Netflix is said to be testing a way to bypass iTunes billing system in more than 33 markets across the globe. Starting from September 30th, the Netflix customers in selected markets across Europe, Latin America and Asia will be unable to pay using iTunes. Continue reading “Netflix testing a way to bypass iTunes billing”

iOS 12 beta hints at rumoured iPhone X Plus with iPad-like landscape app design

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Apple is rumored to launch the large 6.5-inch iPhone X Plus later this year with a screen resolution of 1242 x 2688 pixels. Now according to a Brazilian Apple news site iHelpBR, there were pieces of evidence found in the latest iOS 12 beta update that more or less confirms the resolution and suggests the iPhone X Plus will support iPad-like landscape mode. Continue reading “iOS 12 beta hints at rumoured iPhone X Plus with iPad-like landscape app design”

Google Maps ‘Your Match’ for iOS uses machine learning to suggest places you might like

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Google Maps for iOS is getting a new update that brings a new feature ‘match.’ This feature will help you by suggesting new restaurants that it thinks you might enjoy. Google will collect the data including the places you’ve visited and interests you provide, to predict if you would like a particular restaurant. Continue reading “Google Maps ‘Your Match’ for iOS uses machine learning to suggest places you might like”

YouTube for iOS gets Dark Theme, coming to Android soon [Update: Being tested on Android]

Update – July 30, 2018: Even though the company said that Dark Theme is coming to Android soon, a Reddit users has received the feature, so we can expect it to roll out for Android in the coming weeks.

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Telegram 4.9 brings ‘Passport’ that securely stores and shares identification documents

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Telegram today has introduced a new feature; Telegram Passport a unified authorization method for services that require personal identification. Once you upload the documents, you can share the data with services that require a real-world ID.  Continue reading “Telegram 4.9 brings ‘Passport’ that securely stores and shares identification documents”

VLC update for iPhone and iPad brings support for Chromecast, 360 videos and more

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VLC for iOS is getting a new update with a handful of new features; this update brings the version number to 3.1.0. First and foremost, it brings much-needed support for Chromecast which allows users to stream content from VLC to Chromecast enabled TV.  Continue reading “VLC update for iPhone and iPad brings support for Chromecast, 360 videos and more”

World Emoji Day: Apple previews over 70 new emojis including redhead, lobster, cupcakes, superhero that are coming to iOS devices

Apple on the occasion of ‘World Emoji Day’ announced that more than 70 new emoji characters are coming to iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch and Mac later this year via software update. These new emojis are based on the approved characters from Unicode 11.0Continue reading “World Emoji Day: Apple previews over 70 new emojis including redhead, lobster, cupcakes, superhero that are coming to iOS devices”

Mozilla announces first Firefox Mobile Test Pilot – Notes for Android, Lockbox password manager for iOS

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Mozilla today has announced the first Firefox mobile test pilot for mobile devices. The company is taking these steps toward bringing Mozilla’s mission of privacy, security, and control to mobile apps beyond the browser. The two apps it is introducing are the lockbox password manager for iOS and Note app.  Continue reading “Mozilla announces first Firefox Mobile Test Pilot – Notes for Android, Lockbox password manager for iOS”

Emirates Skywards GO companion app for Android and iOS released

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Emirates Skywards which is the loyalty programme of Emirates airline has partnered with the ENTERTAINER to launch its own Emirates Skywards GO app for members. The app is a mobile travel companion that offers members access to over 4,400 2-for-1 offers at some of the best restaurants and spas in over 20 cities. Continue reading “Emirates Skywards GO companion app for Android and iOS released”