In today’s globalized world, the way we communicate has drastically evolved, especially in the realm of video calls. One common struggle for individuals across different time zones is conveying their location, time, and weather during virtual meetings. However, a Mac app called Boom is changing the game by offering a unique solution to this problem.
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Android recently unveiled five new updates to its mobile operating system aimed at enhancing the user experience. Among these updates are several new accessibility features that cater to users with disabilities such as blindness and low vision. These features include “TalkBack,” which provides detailed audio descriptions of digital images powered by Gemini Nano, Google’s large-language-model-based
Google recently revealed its plans to launch Android 15 and provide the source code ahead of the official consumer release. This new mobile operating system will be available on supported Pixel devices in the upcoming weeks. In addition to Google’s own devices, Android 15 will also be rolled out on select devices from various manufacturers,
Snapchat has been facing challenges with its user interface and design for years now. CEO Evan Spiegel has acknowledged the difficulties older users face in navigating the app, which has led to numerous attempts at simplifying the platform. The 2018 redesign was a controversial move that alienated many users and caused a significant drop in
In a recent turn of events, Apple made the controversial decision to terminate the Apple Developer Account of Appstun, a mobile app company founded by one of their own Worldwide Developer Conference 2021 student winners. This move came after multiple rejections of Appstun’s app, which Apple claimed violated its strict App Store guidelines. The repercussions
In a recent development, a top court in Brazil has ordered an immediate suspension of the X platform country-wide following a lengthy legal battle with Elon Musk’s social media company over content moderation. The court’s decision includes a provision that fines individuals using VPN to access the X platform. It is stated that those individuals
In a recent ruling by a U.S. District Court judge, Google was found to have maintained a monopoly in the online search space through illegal means. While Google has long been the go-to search engine for many, it’s important to be aware of the alternatives available in the market. This article aims to explore some
TikTok has recently announced a new feature called “Manage Topics,” which gives users more control over the content they see on their For You feed. This feature allows users to tailor their feed to show more or less of certain topics based on their preferences. By accessing the feature through Settings and selecting “Content Preferences,”
Google has recently introduced a new feature in the Gmail app that allows users to chat with their AI assistant, Gemini, directly about their emails. This innovative feature, known as Gmail Q&A, aims to revolutionize the way users interact with their email inboxes. Let’s take a closer look at the implications of this new development.
Threads, a social media platform under Meta, has announced deeper ties to the fediverse, which encompasses various open social web services like Mastodon, Pixelfed, PeerTube, and others. According to the recent update, users on Threads will now have the ability to view fediverse replies not only on their own posts but also on posts from
In a bold move to expand its reach in the Indian market, Apple has recently announced a partnership with Airtel, a major telecom giant in the country. This deal will provide Airtel subscribers with exclusive offers for Apple’s music streaming service and also include Apple TV+ for premium customers. The collaboration was unveiled with much
In a groundbreaking move, Niantic has introduced a new version of its Scaniverse app, which is set to revolutionize the way users capture objects and places around them. Scaniverse 4 incorporates a cutting-edge Gaussian Splitting technique that enhances the 3D scanning process, allowing for more detailed and accurate representations of scanned objects. With the acquisition
In recent years, the idea of disappearing posts on social networks has gained significant popularity. The concept of sharing content that vanishes after a certain period has become appealing to users with a penchant for privacy or those looking for a more casual way to interact online. Threads, a social networking platform, recently announced that
Instagram has recently rolled out a new feature that allows users to add music to their profiles. This feature, which is a nod to the Myspace era, enables users to showcase their musical preferences and enhance their creative expression on the platform. By collaborating with singer Sabrina Carpenter, Instagram has taken a step towards making
Apple recently announced changes to its browser choice screens in compliance with the European Union’s Digital Markets Act (DMA). The redesigned screens will provide users with a toolbar for easier selection of browsers, which will be pinned to the top of the list as users scroll through the available options. Users will now be required
Meta has recently introduced a new feature that allows users to cross-post content from Instagram and Facebook to Threads, its social networking platform. This feature, which has been in the testing phase for months, is now officially rolled out globally to all countries where Threads is available. The purpose of this new capability is to