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Android Auto gearing up to allow local music playback
Exciting news for Android Auto users! Your car journeys are about to get a whole lot more musical. Google seems to be working tirelessly behind the scenes to introduce a feature that…
Qualcomm quietly unveils Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 Chipset for mid-range smartphones
In a low-key move, Qualcomm has introduced its latest mid-range processor, the Snapdragon 6 Gen 3. This new chipset, which was discreetly added to the company's website over the weekend,…
TikTok empowers users with new ‘Manage Topics’ feature for personalized ‘For You’ feeds
TikTok has discreetly launched a new "Manage Topics" feature, giving users more control over the content they encounter on their 'For You' page. This feature enables users to customize their feeds, increasing or…
New leak hints at the gold finish for upcoming iPhone 16 Pro
Anticipation is building for Apple's September 9th event where the iPhone 16 Pro is expected to be unveiled. One of the most persistent rumors has been about the addition of…
This is how Gemini is empowering students for a smarter school year
As the new academic year kicks off, Google is introducing a suite of new features within its Gemini AI designed to help students learn more effectively. From personalized study plans to interactive…
Sonos adopts a project management approach to communicate app fixes and improvements
In an ongoing effort to address its app's challenges, which have persisted for nearly five months, Sonos has introduced a Trello board. This tool offers insights into the company's progress on app updates, including…
Google Translate discreetly enhances foldable phones with dual-screen translation
In a quiet but significant move, Google has enhanced its Translate app for foldable phones by adding a dual-screen interpreter mode. This feature, initially showcased with the Google Pixel Fold launch last year, leverages…
WhatsApp testing new contact syncing feature for Android
In its ongoing effort to enhance user experience, WhatsApp is constantly developing and testing new features. A recent discovery by WABetaInfo reveals that the latest WhatsApp beta for Android, version 2.24.18.14, includes a feature…
Google Play Store finally enables simultaneous app updates
Android users can now rejoice as the Google Play Store has finally introduced the much-awaited ability to update multiple apps at the same time. This enhancement is set to streamline the…
ChatGPT’s user base surges to 200 million weekly
In a testament to the growing influence of AI chatbots, OpenAI has announced that its ChatGPT platform now boasts over 200 million weekly active users. This figure, confirmed to The Verge by OpenAI…
Spotify and Apple clash again: iPhone loses Spotify Connect volume control (but there’s a workaround)
In a move that highlights the ongoing tension between two tech giants, Apple has recently discontinued the technology that allowed iPhone users to control the volume of devices playing music through…
Vybe: a new social app offers meme-style photo remixing
Oxford PhD graduates are behind Vybe, a new social media app that lets users playfully insert themselves into photos,creating shareable memes. This innovation comes on the heels of Google's recent Pixel 9…
HONOR Magic V3 thinner, smarter, and ready for pre-order
Dubai, UAE - HONOR is set to launch the next generation of its foldable smartphone, the Magic V3, offering a blend of sleek design, performance, and AI features. The device, measuring just 9.2mm when folded, redefines slimness in…
Google Gemini’s AI-Generated People Feature Returns, But with Safeguards
Google is cautiously reintroducing the ability to generate images of people using its Gemini AI chatbot. This feature was previously suspended due to concerns about the generation of historically inaccurate and…
WhatsApp enhances security with new Passkeys feature for encrypted backups
WhatsApp is testing a new feature called "Passkeys" on its Android beta app, aiming to simplify and strengthen the security of encrypted backups. Passkeys will let users unlock their backups using biometric…
Apple Music users can now migrate playlists to YouTube Music
Apple has expanded its music platform's flexibility by introducing a new tool that allows users to export their Apple Music playlists directly to YouTube Music. This feature is currently available to…
Google announces new Gemini 1.5 models with significant enhancements
Google's Gemini is getting an exciting upgrade! Starting today, Gemini Advanced subscribers will be able to create their very own "Gems" – personalized AI experts on any topic they choose. Additionally, everyone will soon…
Apple introduces AI-powered ‘Clean Up’ in photos with the latest iOS 18.1 update
Apple has stepped up its game in the AI-powered photo editing arena with the latest developer betas for iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS 15.1 Sequoia. Tucked within this update is a brand-new…