WhatsApp Revamps Its Voice Call Interface, But Not for All… Yet WhatsApp updates may be minor, but they are frequent, and together they reshape the experience quickly. A part of it that hasn’t been reviewed for long and now looks a bot obsolete, though, is the voice call interface. But maybe not for you. Some users have already received an update that completely changes the view.
So, the current WhatsApp voice call screen got more readable and more informative. A green circle on the gray background shows the avatar of the user you’re talking to, their name and number, and the call duration that updates in real-time. The icons below form the...
Feb 12, 2022
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Pinterest Sheds Light On New Shopping Updates Pinterest's second global advertiser summit is over, and it is now clear we are to expect a variety of exciting new updates and additions that should make our experience on the platform even more convenient and enjoyable. Among the most intriguing innovations unveiled during the event, there is an upgrade to the online grocery ordering mechanism, Promoted Pins, and Pinterest Trends tool improvements.
Below is a quick overview of the three most significant changes coming to the platform:
‘Your Shop’ is a brand-new, personalized shopping webpage inside the app dedicated to buying groceries. Here, you will see the latest shopping items and...
Mar 15, 2022
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New Professional Tool Live Producer on Instagram Instagram is currently testing a professional live streaming tool. This update will allow users to stream high-quality videos. Additional visual features will also be available in Live Producer.
To date, Instagram already uses Streamlabs, OBS, and Streamyard. But more professional streams will be available for content makers. The blogger can enable live video using third-party platforms and even stream from their own computer. The Live Producer tool uses a line of code to connect with Instagram Live. The user can choose the stream transfer provider at his discretion.
This update will unlock a wide range of features during live video. The stream...
Jul 18, 2022
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Instagram Closes Sensitive Topics for Underage Users Instagram hides its content that is considered to be sensitive from users who did not reach 16 years old. Users of 18 years and older can get to the “More” option. The new safety measures were recently introduced by social networks. Last year the company already revealed an extended parental control feature and increased safety measures.
Nowadays Instagram reveals impressive updates for its underage audience. It looks like all the users who did not reach 16 years of age will have the filtered version of Instagram by default. Only those who disagree with the restriction and have proof that they are...
Aug 29, 2022
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Instagram Is Likely to Face a EUR 405 Million Fine for Displaying Information of Teenagers It has been recently reported that Instagram will have to pay out a fine of EUR 405 million due to their violation of the data privacy rules established by the European Union. The investigation has been conducted by Ireland’s Data Protection Commission, but it is likely that Instagram will try to appeal.
The Meta company, which owns a popular social media platform, appears to have revealed information of teenagers that should have stayed private. According to Ireland’s Data Protection Commission, this case concerns teenagers that use Instagram and are between the ages of 13 and 17.
A scientist has reportedly found out...
Sep 08, 2022
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YouTube Is Nearing the End of Testing a Feature That Made 4K Viewing Available to Premium Users Only A reputable Twitter account recently made a post stating that an experiment where YouTube's 4K videos are only available to those with a paid subscription that costs $11.99 a month has officially ended. It is worth noting that just recently, representatives of the company made a lot of noise with the news that some users were tested in order to find out which functions they think would be included in the Premium category and which not.
The possible introduction of a restriction on free viewing in higher resolution caused a wave of indignation among users, and many considered such a step...
Oct 24, 2022
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New Details of Streamer's Injury Incident at TwitchCon Adriana Chechik, a Twitch streamer, broke her back during TwitchCon this month. Recently, the streamer provided new details of what happened to her, and also shared the details of her treatment and recovery. So, on October 13, Adriana posted a video where she takes her first steps after the surgery. Considering the severity of the medical intervention, even these few steps were so hard for her that the girl slept all day after them.
Already on October 16, she was discharged from the hospital and, according to Chechik, she was finally able to take a shower, but in order to do...
Oct 23, 2022
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Google Alerts Gmail Users About 5 Key Holiday Season Scams and Spams When it comes to the holiday season, there are a few things that we all can be sure of: good food, family gatherings, and an inbox full of spam. That's right, spam doesn't take a break for the holidays. In fact, scammers ramp up their efforts this time of year, preying on our good nature and generosity.
Google is alerting Gmail users to 5 key holiday season scams and spams. These include scams related to gift cards, package delivery, charitable donations, and more.
1. Phony gift card scams
Gift card scams are one of the most common types of fraud during the holidays....
Nov 23, 2022
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Android TV, Google TV Will Switch From APK to Android App Bundles from 2023 Since its launch, Android TV has been steadily gaining popularity and is now available on a number of different devices, including smart TVs, set-top boxes, and game consoles. One of the key features of Android TV is its support for Google Cast, which allows users to cast content from their mobile devices or computers to their TV.
Another key feature of Android TV is its app store. The Google Play Store offers a wide selection of apps for Android TV, ranging from streaming apps like Netflix and Hulu to games and utilities.
However, it seems that Google is planning to make a...
Nov 15, 2022
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Twitch Working to Better Safeguard Children. The Article Must Describe Twitch Working to Better Safeguard Children In the past year, Twitch has been working to better safeguard children. This has included making changes to the platform and its policies, as well as increasing its investment in safety initiatives.
Twitch has announced that it is working on new tools to better safeguard children, including a dedicated reporting channel for incidents involving minors and improved moderation around young users.
One of the biggest changes has been the introduction of a new safety setting, which allows parents to control what content their children can see. This setting can be found in the Account Settings menu, under the Parental Controls section.
The company...
Nov 15, 2022
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A New Mod for Minecraft Will Allow You to Watch Videos Not on a TV, but on Chiselled Bookshelves Minecraft is a very popular game with a huge number of in-game mechanics and dedicated tools. The already rich variety of different functions from the developer is constantly expanding with various mods that make the gameplay even more interesting. Meanwhile, not all mods are designed to affect the gameplay. So, many of them are made to simply have fun.
The range of possibilities for players in Minecraft is able to impress even an experienced player, this alone will be just the tip of the iceberg in comparison with what will become possible with the use of mods. The most complex buildings...
Nov 23, 2022
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Microsoft Confirms Three Upcoming Bethesda Games Exclusively for Xbox and PC Microsoft has made it clear that its proposed acquisition of Activision Blizzard is moving forward. In a statement given to the US Federal Trade Commission, the gaming giant outlined that three future titles from Bethesda will be exclusive for Xbox and PC.
The games have yet to be named explicitly, but it looks like Starfield and Redfall are two of them – both being developed by Arkane and published by Bethesda. This exclusivity decision could potentially spark controversy among Sony users if The Elder Scrolls 6 ends up being the third title in question as well.
It would make sense for The...
Dec 24, 2022
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New Android 13 QPR2 Option Lets You Change the Shortcuts on Your Pixel’s Lock Screen Android 12 brought us the Material You design language and wallpapers-based theming engine to customize our phones. Despite these improvements, Android's stock lock screen customization options are still quite limited compared to iOS. Fortunately, Google is now introducing new custom lock screen clocks and the ability to change out lock screen shortcuts with its latest Android 13 beta.
The new "Shortcuts" option will be located in Settings > Display > Lock Screen, allowing users to assign certain apps or actions as their default shortcuts for triggering the flashlight, camera app, or QR code scanner. However, it won’t be completely open-ended -...
