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TikTok’s latest move could get them banned from the App Store: here’s what we know so far
TikTok appears to be finding new ways to skirt Apple's 30% commission on in-app purchases. Evidence suggests that select TikTok users are being directed to a company website to purchase…
Meet Yango Play’s Yasmina: The AI assistant who is revolutionizing entertainment
Yasmina is a human-like AI assistant that speaks both Khaleeji Arabic and English and is deeply connected to the local culture. It is currently available exclusively within Yango Play, the…
Apple is set to launch Safari 18, an AI-enabled Safari version alongside its new operating systems
Apple is gearing up to revamp Safari with a slew of powerful new features, according to AppleInsider. Internally designated as Safari 18, the update is slated for a 2024 release…
Arc browser arrives on Windows, challenging Chrome and Edge
After gaining popularity on macOS and iOS, the innovative Arc browser is finally launching on Windows today. Arc aims to revolutionize web browsing with its unique sidebar navigation, focus on…
Instagram prioritizes original content, boosting smaller creators
Instagram is making significant changes to its algorithm to give more visibility to smaller accounts that create original content. This shift aims to reduce the prominence of reposted content and…
Apple releases USB-C Apple Pencil firmware update
Apple has pushed out a firmware update for its 2023 USB-C Apple Pencil. This update improves the stylus's overall performance and functionality. The new firmware version is 10M6060 (displayed as…
WhatsApp updates: all the current changes and new features
WhatsApp is continually improving, and April saw an influx of exciting updates for both regular users and beta testers. Here's a breakdown of the most notable changes: Enhancements for Everyone…
Microsoft Announces June 9th Xbox Games Showcase, Teases Call of Duty reveal
Mark your calendars! Microsoft has locked in June 9th at 10 AM PT / 1PM ET for its next Xbox Games Showcase. The excitement doesn't stop there, as the main…
New Beats Solo 4 headphones and budget-friendly Solo Buds debut
Beats unveiled its latest offerings: the sleek Solo 4 on-ear wireless headphones and the surprisingly affordable Solo Buds. The new products signal a fresh wave of innovation from a company…
TikTok facing another ban in Europe after the US
After the US, the video-sharing application TikTok may soon face restrictions in Europe, as suggested by the European Commission’s chief. TikTok is currently under investigation by two separate entities within…
Huawei reports strong Q1: revenue up 37%, net profit increases by 564%
Huawei Technologies saw a 564% increase in net profit during the first quarter of 2024, reaching 19.65 billion yuan ($2.71 billion), according to regulatory filings released Tuesday. The company's revenue…
AV-TEST confirms: HP Wolf Pro Security is top-tier
A recent, in-depth evaluation from AV-TEST, a respected IT security institute, has placed HP Wolf Pro Security's Next Generation Antivirus (NGAV) among the elite Windows antivirus solutions for businesses. The…
Microsoft’s Skype for Business ends, Teams updates roll on
Microsoft has officially ended support for Skype for Business, a move announced back in November 2023. Users can no longer access the software's servers, get support, or even log in…
ByteDance considers TikTok US closure rather than selling it
According to Reuters, ByteDance, TikTok's parent company, may choose to shutter the app entirely rather than sell it to a US firm, even if it loses its legal fight against…
Chrome’s new search brain: machine learning takes over
Google's latest Chrome update brings a major change to the always-visible search bar (or "Omnibox"). No more stale suggestions! New machine learning tech means it learns from your searches, offering…
Huawei announces GoPaint, a new painting app for tablets
Huawei will release a new self-developed painting app called GoPaint, designed specifically for use on their tablets. An official launch date of May 7th has been announced. The app promises…
Delta Emulator to bring classic Nintendo games to your iPad with a big update soon
The hit Nintendo emulator Delta is about to get even better! Already beloved on iPhone with rave reviews, the developer just confirmed an iPad version is nearly finished. Expect it…
Hold onto your iPhones: more iOS 18 leaks promise major upgrades
Forget minor tweaks – iOS 18 is shaping up to be a game-changer. Apple insider Mark Gurman just dropped some juicy hints about what this massive update holds, and get…