WhatsApp is rolling out AR call effects and filters for Apple users: Here is what it can do
WhatsApp is reportedly bringing new tools to enhance the video calling experience. Not just facial filters, users will be able to edit the background as well. Key Points
India TodayAdobe now allows its users to create and edit images in PDFs using AI
Adobe's latest update brings AI-driven image creation and editing features to Acrobat and Reader. The new tools and enhancements aim to boost productivity and creativity for users. Key Points
India TodayElon Musk's X begins hiding all likes for users
Elon Musk on Wednesday confirmed the roll out of a new feature that will hide all likes by default for X... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaNow limit replies only to verified users to avoid spam: Elon Musk
X reiterates that some users are running ‘huge bot operations’. In yet another bid to sanitise X social media platform, Elon Musk on Sunday announced that users... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaWhatsApp working on these new features to improve your chat experience
These features are under development and will be available in a future update. Meta-owned WhatsApp is reportedly working on some new features to improve the... Key Points
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WhatsApp will let you share longer voice notes as status updates, how the feature works
WhatsApp is enhancing its status update feature by allowing users to post longer voice notes. users can now share up to 1-minute long voice notes as Status Updates. Key Points
India TodayX to make Likes private, says public info leading to unusual behaviour from users
Social media platform is planning to remove the Liked tab from the users’ profile. While changes in Musk-world are not unusual, this change is to let users like whatever they want to without worrying who might see it. Key Points
India Today1 in 4 Indians faced cyber threat in January-March period: Report
Cyber criminals exploited the vulnerabilities in the browsers and their plugins. Nearly one in four Indians faced hacking attacks in the first quarter... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaSamsung Galaxy S24 Ultra users report drastic improvement in battery life and performance after May update
Reports indicate that the recent May update for Galaxy S24 Ultra is delivering on expectations with improved battery life and enhanced performance. users eagerly await the update in their regions, with positive feedback highlighting the update's positive impact on user experience. Key Points
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X reiterates that some users are running ‘huge bot operations’. In yet another bid to sanitise X social media platform, Elon Musk on Sunday announced that users... Key Points
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WhatsApp working on these new features to improve your chat experience
These features are under development and will be available in a future update. Meta-owned WhatsApp is reportedly working on some new features to improve the... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaYes, WhatsApp has turned green for many users so don’t blame your phone for it or look into settings
WhatsApp rolled out some design changes to its app recently and the interface is now greener than before. Some users, however, aren't exactly loving WhatsApp's new look. Key Points
India TodayMeta's WhatsApp down for thousands, Downdetector shows
WhatsApp, owned by Meta Platforms, experienced a significant outage affecting thousands of users globally. Downdetector tracked over 17,000 incidents, with users in India, the UK, and Brazil reporting problems. Meta did not respond to requests for comment. Key Points
Economic TimesReddit’s IPO Fate Rests With users Who Fueled Meme Stock Frenzy
When Reddit Inc. lists on the New York Stock Exchange this week, its fate will rest, in part, in familiar hands: those of its users. Key Points
mintMeta could unveil Creative Image-to-Sticker feature in latest WhatsApp updates: Report
Meta's WhatsApp updates include image-to-sticker transformation and avatar privacy controls. Beta testing introduces Unicode 15.1 emojis and potential third-party messaging integration. Key Points
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Roku is disabling users' smart TVs and streaming devices, here's why
Roku, the device and smart TV platform, has come under fire for its controversial decision to disable users' devices until they agree to the company's updated dispute resolution terms. The move has left many users frustrated and unable to access their TVs and streaming devices. Key Points
Times Of IndiaMicrosoft's Windows 11 to transform upcoming PCs with game-changing 'AI Explorer' feature: Report
Microsoft is reportedly intensifying its integration of AI into Windows 11 with the anticipated 'AI Explorer' feature. The advanced Copilot aims to transform user interactions, offering a searchable history across applications. Key Points
mintMusk to remove likes, reposts from X timeline, users say ‘excessively stupid'
X users slammed the decision, saying this is “excessively stupid” and will “greatly reduce engagement”. Elon Musk on Thursday said he is going to remove the count... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaApple releases iOS 17.4 update with third-party app store support and big security updates
Apple has rolled out the iOS 17.4 update globally, introducing a host of security updates and new features. The update also brings changes in compliance with the EU's Digital Markets Act, including support for third-party app stores. Key Points
India TodayYouTube service restored after brief downtime
YouTube, a popular video streaming site, resumed its services after a short outage on 5 March. Earlier, numerous users reported encountering errors while attempting to load the YouTube homepage. Key Points
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Facebook & Instagram suffer massive outage; issue seems to be resolved
Meta's Facebook, and Instagram have experienced outages in India, with nearly 15,381 people reporting Facebook outage and over 19,200 on Instagram. Meta Communications Director Andy Stone confirmed the company is working on the issue. Key Points
Economic TimesFacebook and Instagram back online after hour-long outage, some YouTube users also suffer sign-in issues
Several users had reported that Instagram and Facebook were not working for them. The outage lasted for an hour, after which both social media apps began working normally. A few users also reported sign-in issues with YouTube. Key Points
India TodayGoogle Maps will soon help you find the entrance and exits of buildings
Google Maps is testing a new feature that will help users identify the entry and exit points of buildings. The feature is currently being tested and is expected to be available for users in the future. Key Points
India TodayHow Greaves aims to capture a bigger share of the electric two-wheeler market
Greaves plans to launch affordable two-wheelers with advanced features and connected technology to address range anxiety. Predictive maintenance and alerts for aggressive driving patterns ensure reliability and inform user decisions. Key Points
Economic TimesWhatsApp's latest update: Mark Zuckerberg demonstrates ‘Search' feature - know how it works
WhatsApp introduces new search-by-date feature, allowing users to easily find past chats by selecting a specific date. Additional features include filtering conversations by media type and upcoming updates like Chat Filters and Favorites. Key Points
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Google Chrome users beware! This malware can disguise itself as Chrome to steal your photos, passwords
A dangerous new malware, camouflaged as Google Chrome, is targeting Android users. The malware, linked to the threat actor 'Roaming Mantis', can execute itself without user interaction, compromising sensitive information. Key Points
India TodayApple Vision Pro users report mysterious cracks in front glass, costly repairs add fuel to the fire
Apple Vision Pro owners are facing a strange issue - inexplicable cracks appearing on the front glass, especially near the nose bridge. Despite careful handling, many owners report these cracks, raising concerns about durability and possible design flaws. Key Points
mintWhatsApp Beta release unveils upcoming feature for default HD media uploads: All you need to know
WhatsApp is reportedly working on a feature to streamline sharing high-quality media by allowing users to set default upload quality. The update aims to simplify the process and provide clear distinctions between standard and HD quality uploads. Key Points
mintNew WhatsApp privacy feature blocks profile picture screenshots in beta version; soon to be available for all
WhatsApp beta app for Android introduces a feature to prevent screenshots of profile pictures, increasing privacy. users receive a warning when trying to capture screenshots, though no notification is sent for attempted screenshots. The stable version update will be available worldwide over time. Key Points
mintNo more stalking, WhatsApp might soon stop you from taking screenshots of other profile photos
WhatsApp is reportedly working on another feature to enhance users' privacy. The messaging app might soon stop users from taking screenshots of others' profile photos. Key Points
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WhatsApp working on ‘favourite contacts filter’ feature for web
According to the report, the new feature will allow users to choose their favourite contacts and let them manually add the ones they care about most, and easily access them through a... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaBe wary of chatbots that know and remember you intimately
Chatbots equipped with expanded memory can reinforce the bubbles people are trapped in. Think of social media’s pathologies multiplied. Key Points
mintiPhone users beware! THIS Trojan can empty your bank accounts: How to stay safe
GoldPickaxe, a new banking Trojan for iOS, targets iPhone users by stealing sensitive data and draining bank accounts. The malware uses biometric data for AI deepfakes to impersonate victims effectively. Key Points
mintApple rolls out iOS 17.3 with Stolen Device Protection: What is it and how it works
Apple's latest update, iOS 17.3, includes Stolen Device Protection, a feature that enhances security by requiring Face ID or Touch ID authentication and adding a security delay for critical actions. Key Points
mintChatGPT down for users across the world, OpenAI says they are investigating the issue
ChatGPT is down for several users across the world. OpenAI, on its website, said that they are investigating the issue. Key Points
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WhatsApp may soon allow users to change their default theme. Here's how it will work
WhatsApp may soon introducing a new Themes feature that allows users to change the branding color of the app from a range of five options. This will make the app more visually appealing and improve accessibility. Key Points
mintPornhub blocks access in multiple US states amid age verification law
Pornhub is facing pressure from U.S. lawmakers over its age verification policies, but also from the EU. Key Points
Hindustan TimesInstagram to make it easier for you to promote other users, likely to let you share profiles on Stories
Instagram will reportedly make it easier for users to promote other profiles. The social media platform will soon let people share other profiles on Stories. Key Points
India TodayX (formerly Twitter) down for thousands of users globally. Details here
Elon Musk led social media platform X was down for thousands of users globally. Downdetector data showed that over 70,000 users globally were affected by the issue. Key Points
mintTwitter aka X back again after hour-long outage, tweets are visible on user timeline
Twitter, now known as X, has suffered an outage. The service, although accessible, is not showing tweets to users and their timelines are empty. Key Points
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Twitter aka X is down and tweets not visible, user timelines are empty
Twitter, now known as X, has suffered an outage. The service, although accessible, is not showing tweets to users and their timelines are empty. Key Points
India TodayApple releases iOS 17.2 upgrade with Journal app, Spatial recording and more
Apple has released the new iOS 17.2 upgrade with some much-awaited features like the Journal app and Contact Key verification. Key Points
mintMicrosoft finally gives its Windows 11 Notepad the much needed feature
Microsoft's recent Windows 11 update has finally added a word count feature to Notepad, fulfilling a long-desired user request. Additionally, the update enhances file modification accessibility and expands the widgets section, further improving user experience and convenience. Key Points
India TodayWhatsApp update: You can now send photos or videos in original quality
In a significant update, WhatsApp is rolling out a new feature that empowers iPhone users to share photos and videos in their original on the messaging platform. Here are the details. Key Points
India TodayWhatsApp to soon let you search users by their username
In a bid to enhance user privacy and connectivity, WhatsApp is likely soon introduce a new search bar feature that will allow users to search for others using their usernames. Here are the details. Key Points
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Google adds iMessage-like features to RCS messaging, introduces photomoji, voice moods and more
Google is celebrating a major milestone on its RCS Messaging platform, reaching one billion users, by introducing a host of new features. These new features, include Photomoji, Voice Moods, and more, bring the platform closer to its iOS counterpart, iMessages. Key Points
India TodayFacebook draft post: Where to find post, video, reels on Android, iPhone
Facebook users often experience difficulties to find saved drafts. However, we have step-by-step guide for Android and iPhone users. Key Points
Economic TimesMicrosoft warns WhatsApp users in India about high risk Android malware, flags banking messages
WhatsApp users in India are being targeted by a mobile banking trojan campaign, warns Microsoft. The malware tricks users into downloading fraudulent apps that impersonate banks, leading to theft of sensitive information. Key Points
India TodayAfter Deepfake, researchers alert Windows and Mac users on ClearFake and warn against browser update
Researchers have uncovered a new cyber threat, ClearFake, which is being used to install a dangerous malware called Atomic macOS Stealer (AMOS) on Mac and Windows devices. The malware primarily targets Apple users and steals sensitive data. Key Points
India TodayApple announces RCS support for iPhones; what it means for Android users: Report
Apple announces support for RCS in iPhones, responding to Google's request. RCS Universal Profile will be added next year, offering better interoperability than SMS. iMessage will remain the best and most secure messaging experience for Apple users. Key Points
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Apple extends Emergency SOS via Satellite for iPhone 14 users, expands to iPhone 15 models worldwide
Apple extends free access to Emergency SOS via satellite service for existing iPhone 14 users for another year, and expands it to iPhone 15 lineup in 16 countries. users can text emergency services even without cellular or Wi-Fi coverage. Key Points
mintNothing will soon allow Android users to send iMessages
Nothing,is set to offer Apple's iMessage-like features to Android users with the launch of a new messaging platform, Nothing Chats. The new app is a significant departure from third-party iMessage users, and aims to break down barriers between phone users. Key Points
India TodayNothing Chats will allow users to send ‘iMessages’ from Android
Nothing,is set to offer Apple's iMessage-like features to Android users with the launch of a new messaging platform, Nothing Chats. The new app is a significant departure from third-party iMessage users, and aims to break down barriers between phone users. Key Points
India TodayGovernment unveils digital advertisement policy
The government has introduced a digital advertising policy, facilitating websites with a minimum of 2.5 lakh unique users per month, OTT platforms, and podcasts to participate in publicity campaigns. Released by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, the policy empowers the Central Bureau of Communication (CBC) to conduct digital media campaigns. The policy incorporates competitive bidding for rate discovery, ensuring transparency for three years. Key Points
Economic Timesusers discover new ways to block ads after YouTube cracks down on ad-blocking tools
YouTube's recent crackdown on ad-blockers has led many users to look for new ways to block ads. While some have uninstalled ad-blockers because of YouTube's efforts, others have started using more effective ad-blocking options. Key Points
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YouTube’s Ad Blocker Crackdown Spurs Record Uninstalls
YouTube expanded a “test” that threatens to cut off users who don't turn off their ad blocker. Developers of the tools are scrambling to respond. Key Points
WIREDInstagram may be developing customisable 'AI friend' feature
Users will be able to choose the gender and age of the chatbot. Meta-owned Instagram might be developing an 'AI friend' feature that will let users create a friend as per their liking. Key Points
The Tribune IndiaSamsung Galaxy phones just got new Auto Blocker feature
Samsung has unveiled Auto Blocker, a new security tool for Samsung smartphone users. This feature, introduced as part of a software update to Android 14-based OneUI 6, enhances Samsung's security and privacy offerings. Auto Blocker is an optional set of security measures that offers users more control over customizations within the Samsung Galaxy ecosystem. Key Points
Economic Times‘Feels like ransomware’: Pixel users face severe issues after updating to Android 14. Google says…
Pixel users face problems after upgrading to Android 14, affecting multiple Google devices. Google has issued an update to address the issues with media storage and boot loops. Key Points
mintMeta introduces ad-free plans for Instagram, Facebook in Europe
Meta Platforms (META.O) said on Monday it will offer users in Europe a subscription plan to use Facebook and Instagram without advertisements to comply with the European Union regulations. Key Points
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Pixel phones have been affected by a bug after Android 14 update, Google releases fix
A bug in the Android 14 update has been affecting Pixel phone users, causing a storage issue that can potentially erase data. Google has released a temporary fix via a Google Play System update, and has [promised to release a complete fix. Key Points
India TodayMeta’s Threads has about 100 million monthly users, CEO Mark Zuckerberg says need to grow further
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg says that the company's text-based platform, Threads, has around 100 million monthly users. He added that they wil be focusing on growing the community further. Key Points
India TodayGoogle Search will help users in India learn English with new ‘personalized feedback’ feature. Here's how it works
Google's new feature provides personalized feedback and contextual translation for English learners. The new features will be rolled out in supported countries in the next few days. Key Points
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