Thursday, July 31, 2025

Google India Proposes Allowing All Real-Money Games on Play Store That Claim ‘Game of Skill’ Status

Google India has submitted a commitment proposal to the Competition Commission of India (CCI), suggesting a way to let more real-money games (RMGs) on the Play Store. The information comes from a notification issued by the country’s competition watchdog seeking comments or objections from the public and stakeholders over the suggested proposal.

Google to Release Age Assurance Tool to Detect Minor Users Pretending to be Adults

Google plans to release an age assurance tool in the US that will assess whether an account is being used by a minor or an adult. On Thursday, the Mountain View-based tech giant announced that it will be releasing this algorithm-based tool to a small set of users in the US in the coming weeks.

Wednesday, July 30, 2025

Google Upgrades AI Mode With Search Live With Video Input, PDF Support and Canvas Feature

Google is adding several new features to AI Mode in Search, the company’s latest artificial intelligence (AI)-powered search experience. On Tuesday, the Mountain View-based tech giant announced four new features to expand the usability of the tool. The most prominent inclusion is the expansion of Search Live, which will allow users to ask questions from the video fe...

Google NotebookLM Gets a New Video Overviews Feature, Studio Panel Upgraded

Google NotebookLM is getting another artificial intelligence (AI) feature to help users better understand complex topics. On Tuesday, the Mountain View-based tech giant announced the rollout of Video Overviews, a tool that can generate a visual narrative-focused overview from the sources. The new feature is aimed at complementing the existing Audio Overviews feature, ...

YouTube Brings AI-Powered Age Estimation to Enable Features to Protect Teens

YouTube is launching a new age verification feature in the US, utilising machine learning to estimate users' ages. This technology aims to ensure age-appropriate content is displayed for younger viewers, and is designed to bypass instances where users may have provided incorrect birthdates to circumvent age restrictions.

Tuesday, July 29, 2025

Jack Dorsey Launches Bitchat Mesh Chat App for iPhone That Works Without Internet Access

Jack Dorsey has launched Bitchat Mesh, a new Bluetooth-based messaging app for iPhone. He previously unveiled Bitchat as a peer-to-peer (P2P) app, a weekend project designed to function without phone numbers, email, or access to the internet. Bitchat Mesh supports both end-to-end encryption and identity verification. An Android release date for the Play Store is expec...

Google Chrome Gets AI-Powered Store Summaries to Improve Online Shopping Experience

Google Chrome is adding a new artificial intelligence (AI) feature that will help users make informed decisions while purchasing products online. On Monday, the Mountain View-based tech giant announced AI-powered store summaries that will show users relevant insights about products when they visit a product page on an e-commerce website.

WhatsApp Testing Night Mode Option in Camera Interface in Android Beta App

WhatsApp is said to be developing a new feature for its Android app which aims to improve photography in low light conditions. As per a feature tracker’s report, a dedicated night mode option is present in the camera interface of a beta version of the instant messaging app. It reportedly optimises the image clarity and brightness when shooting in low-lit environment...

Microsoft Edge Gets Copilot Mode With New Agentic Capabilities: All Details

Microsoft is reinventing its Edge browser with artificial intelligence (AI) agents. On Monday, the Redmond-based tech giant announced a new experimental Copilot Mode in Edge, which allows the AI-powered browser to act as a collaborator to the user. The chatbot is capable of understanding context from all open tabs and can answer user queries, compare different product...

Monday, July 28, 2025

Perplexity’s macOS App Gets Support for Anthropic’s MCP for System Tasks: Here's How to Use It

Perplexity for macOS now offers users access to Anthropic’s Model Context Protocol (MCP) to let the artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot connect to the device. Last week, the San Francisco, California-based AI firm announced that its Mac app now offers local MCP support (connectivity across the device) to paid subscribers.

Microsoft Reportedly Working on a Smart Mode for Copilot, Could Be Unveiled Alongside OpenAI’s GPT-5

Microsoft is reportedly developing a new feature for Copilot, which could be powered by OpenAI’s upcoming GPT-5 model. As per the report, Copilot is getting a new “Smart” mode, which can automatically deduce when to apply reasoning for a query and when to switch to fast responses. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has also mentioned that the GPT-5 artificial intelligence (A...

AI Mode in Search Shortcut in Google’s Android App Reportedly Rolling Out Widely

AI Mode in Search first received a shortcut in the Google app for Android in April for those who registered for the Search Labs experiment. Now, as per a report, this shortcut is rolling out widely to more users globally. This shortcut icon appears primarily in two places: in the Google app’s widget as the third icon, and in the app’s search box.

Sunday, July 27, 2025

WhatsApp Said to Be Testing Feature That Lets You Import Profile Photos from Facebook or Instagram

WhatsApp is said to be testing a new feature for its Android app which makes it easier to import profile photos from other existing social media accounts. According to a discovery by a feature tracker, the instant messaging client may bring support for directly importing profile pictures from other apps under Meta Platforms’ umbrella, such as Facebook and Instagram....

Friday, July 25, 2025

OpenAI Finally Rolling Out ChatGPT Agent for Eligible Users After Week-Long Delay

OpenAI launched a new artificial intelligence (AI) agent last week, which is finally rolling out to users now. On July 18, the San Francisco-based AI firm announced the launch of ChatGPT Agent, which can perform a wide range of tasks. However, nearly a week later, users still did not see an option to use the AI agent.

Government Bans AltBalaji, Ullu and Other Apps and Websites for Showing Obscene Content

Government has issued a crackdown against 25 apps and websites which published obscene content, according to a report. Action has been taken under the provisions of the Information Technology Act, 2000, against apps and video streaming platforms such as AltBalaji, Big Shots, and Ullu for allegedly displaying "indecent" representation of women.

Google Brings a Native Media Player in Gemini Mobile App, Lets Users Play Audio Overviews

Google has added a new feature in the Gemini mobile apps, which will now make it possible for users to play Audio Overviews. Audio Overviews was first added in the company’s NotebookLM product, and was later brought to Gemini earlier this year. However, the functionality was such that while Gemini app users could upload a file to generate a podcast-style audio conve...

Google Releases Web Guide Experimental Feature in Search, Uses AI to Organise Search Results Page

Google is bringing another new experimental artificial intelligence (AI) feature to Search. On Thursday, the Mountain View-based tech giant announced Web Guide, a new filter on the search results page that categorises information and groups URLs to make it easier for users to learn more about the topic. It is currently an opt-in feature, which means users will not see...

Thursday, July 24, 2025

Google Photos Rolling Out AI-Powered Image-to-Video Generation and Remix Features

Google Photos is getting two new artificial intelligence (AI) features that will allow users to transform their images in the gallery in different ways. On Wednesday, the Mountain View-based tech giant announced an AI-powered image-to-video feature that will allow users to convert any photo in the gallery into a video.

WhatsApp Beta Introduces 'Remind Me' Feature With Support for Custom Message Reminders

WhatsApp is testing a new feature on Android that allows users to set reminders for messages that have already been read. This update enables beta testers to select from preset reminder times or customise specific delivery times for notifications. While WhatsApp currently reminds users about unread messages on both iOS and Android, this new functionality brings it clo...

YouTube Shorts Rolling Out Photo-to-Video Tool for Animating Photos Along With New Generative Effects

YouTube on Wednesday announced new creation tools for Shorts to make the process of creating them easier and fun. It introduces a new photo-to-video tool which lets creators turn photos from their camera roll into videos, using creative suggestions. They can animate and add movement to still photos, free of charge. Further, there are new generative edits which leverag...

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 to Support Up to 35 Now Bar Apps and Services By the End of 2025: Report

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 is one of the first phones from the company to ship with Android 16-based One UI 8 firmware. It enables several new features on the clamshell-style foldable, such as the Galaxy AI-powered Now Bar on the Flex Window. Currently, it supports 20 apps and services that can be displayed on the cover screen. However, a report suggests that Samsung may...

Wednesday, July 23, 2025

PayPal Partners With NPCI, Others to Build Cross-Border Payments Platform Focused on Interoperability

PayPal on Wednesday announced a partnership with National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) International Payments Limited and other global payment systems to build a new platform that will support cross-border transactions. Dubbed PayPal World, it will be a technology-agnostic platform that connects to all partnering payment systems. The San Jose, California-based...

Threads Adds Improved Insights Features for Content Creators: All Details

Meta launched Instagram Threads in July 2023. The social media platform was unveiled to rival Elon Musk’s X (formerly Twitter). On Tuesday, Meta announced that it is improving Threads Insights and making it easier for content creators to see how their posts have been performing and where their content is discovered by other users.

VSCO Capture Announced as a Free Standalone Camera App for iPhone: All Details

VSCO has launched a standalone camera app for iPhone users called the VSCO Capture. The app was earlier under testing in select markets such as Australia, Ireland, and New Zealand. It comes with over 50 camera presets and real-time effects. It will also allow users to take manual control of some camera features.

Apple's App Store Rule Changes Said to Get EU Approval Soon

Apple's updated App Store policies for EU developers are reportedly expected to gain approval from antitrust regulators. This would help Apple avoid hefty daily fines, potentially 5 percent of its average daily global revenue, that could be imposed by EU regulators. The company was already fined EUR 500 million in April for violating the EU's Digital Markets Act.

Tuesday, July 22, 2025

WhatsApp for Windows Replaces Native App With WhatsApp Web Version on Latest Beta Release

WhatsApp for Windows has shifted from a native UWP app to a web-based client for testers. The native WhatsApp Windows app offered optimised performance and notifications on Windows. However, the new version, essentially the WhatsApp Web client in a web view, is anticipated to consume more system resources than the native client.

Perplexity’s Comet and The Browser Company’s Dia Browser Unveil New Feature to Automate Repetitive Tasks

Perplexity and The Browser Company have begun adding new features to make it easier for users to automate repetitive tasks. Perplexity’s Comet browser will get a new shortcut feature next week that will allow users to save previously used prompts and actions and use them again with a single click.

Gmail Begins Testing Large, Expandable Shopping Ads via Promotions Tab: Report

Gmail's mobile app on iOS and Android may soon feature large e-commerce ads. While ads already appear in the Promotions tab, a new format is being tested that lets advertisers showcase product names and images. Tapping these ads will expand them to show details like pricing, ratings, and external links, offering a richer ad experience directly inside a user's inbox.

Monday, July 21, 2025

Google Chrome for iOS Gets Seamless Account Switching Between Personal and Work Profiles

If you have both work and personal Google accounts, signing into both of them on a single device can be a headache, especially due to enterprise-related restrictions. To make this process easier, Google on Monday announced new capabilities for its Chrome app on iOS which helps keep the browsing data for the organisation account separate from the personal one. Further,...

Perplexity CEO Reportedly Claims That Its Comet Browser Can Make Recruiters Go Extinct

Perplexity CEO Aravind Srinivas reportedly said in an interview that in the future, the Comet browser can handle a recruiter’s job easily. As per the report, the CEO highlighted that while the artificial intelligence (AI)-powered browser might not be able to do so at present, it can agentically handle a recruiter’s week’s worth of tasks with a single prompt.

Perplexity In Talks With Smartphone Brands to Preinstall AI-Powered Comet Browser: Report

Perplexity is reportedly holding discussions with smartphone manufacturers to pre-install its Comet browser. As per the report, the artificial intelligence (AI) answer engine platform wants its AI-powered browser to reach "tens to hundreds of millions" users by 2026. The Comet browser was launched on July 10 and is currently available to Perplexity’s Max subscribers...

DuckDuckGo Introduces New Filter That Hides AI-Generated Images in Search Results

DuckDuckGo, the privacy-focused search engine, is now letting users hide artificial intelligence (AI)-generated images. Last week, the Pennsylvania, US-based company announced a new filter on its image search interface that can hide AI images so users can only browse real or non-synthetic photos. The filter is based on a large list of websites and blogs that are known...

Friday, July 18, 2025

Meta’s Adam Mosseri to Hand Over Day-to-Day Responsibilities of Threads to Gen AI Executive: Report

Longtime Meta employee and its Vice President, Product (Generative AI) is being elevated by the tech giant to take over Threads’ day-to-day operations from Instagram’s head Adam Mosseri, as per a report. Mosseri is said to have revealed the executive movement in an internal company memo.

Google's Circle to Search Now Lets You Check History of Songs You’ve Searched for in the Past

Earlier this year, Google added a new capability to its app on iOS which lets you check the history of the songs searched for in the past. The feature is now rolling out for Android devices too. It is said to be an extension of the Song Search feature which leverages Android’s Circle to Search — Google’s artificial intelligence (AI) visual lookup tool — to sea...

Spotify Rolls Out Audiobooks+ to Family Plan Subscribers for the First Time: All Details

Spotify's new Audiobooks+ add-on plans are now available in 11 more countries, after the company tested the two plans in Ireland and Canada. The company claims that these add-ons would offer greater flexibility to its premium subscribers, while aiding authors and publishers reach new audiences.

Thursday, July 17, 2025

ChatGPT Plus Users Can Now Access Record Mode on ChatGPT for macOS

ChatGPT Plus users on macOS now have access to Record Mode, a month after its release for Team, Edu, and Pro subscribers. Unveiled by OpenAI in June, this AI-powered tool transcribes, summarises, and takes notes from conference calls and meetings using your computer's system audio. It operates silently, without joining as a participant, streamlining your workflow.

Beeper Messaging App Updated With On-Device Accounts, Support for End-to-End Encryption

Beeper has been updated with support for on-device connections to WhatsApp, Telegram, Messenger, Instagram, and Google Chat, ensuring end-to-end encryption (E2EE) without relying on Beeper Cloud. The app's core features remain free, but a new Beeper Plus subscription will unlock additional features and customisation options.

Apple News+ Adds Emoji Game for Subscribers Ahead of World Emoji Day

Apple News+ has introduced a new Emoji Game for subscribers in two countries, coinciding with World Emoji Day. This daily puzzle challenges users to complete three phrases using as few moves as possible. It joins four other puzzles already available on the platform, and is only available to Apple News+ subscribers.

Wednesday, July 16, 2025

Meta AI Vulnerability That Could Leak Users’ Private Conversations Fixed: Report

Meta AI reportedly had a vulnerability that could be exploited to access other users’ private conversations with the chatbot. As per the report, a researcher found the bug late last year and informed the Menlo Park-based social media giant about it. The company then deployed a fix to the issue in January, and rewarded the researcher for finding the exploit.

OpenAI Reportedly Working on ChatGPT Support for Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint-Compatible Files

OpenAI is reportedly developing new productivity tools for ChatGPT that could reduce users’ reliance on Microsoft’s Excel and PowerPoint. As per the report, the San Francisco-based artificial intelligence (AI) firm is working on adding support for Microsoft’s spreadsheet and presentation file formats, so users can both create and edit these files directly within...

Tuesday, July 15, 2025

WhatsApp Adds Dedicated Support Chat With AI-Powered Responses on iOS

WhatsApp is introducing a new official support chat on iOS, offering AI-powered responses directly within the platform. This dedicated in-app channel could make it easier to get help when encountering service issues. Users might also have the option to connect with human WhatsApp support staff within the same chat.

Elon Musk’s Grok Adds AI Companion Feature That Includes an NSFW Mode for Animated Avatars

Elon Musk-owned xAI released a new feature for Grok’s most premium subscribers on Monday. Dubbed Companions, these are animated characters that react to user prompts, can move their head and body, and display facial expressions when responding. The new artificial intelligence (AI) feature is currently only available on the iOS app.

Tesla Model Y Price in India Announced; Tesla App for iOS Available to Download

Elon Musk’s Tesla has officially entered India’s electric vehicle (EV) market with the launch of the Tesla Model Y and opening of the Experience Centre in Mumbai. The Tesla Model Y is the first EV that will be sold by the US-based automotive company in the country, with on-road prices starting at Rs. 61 lakh. Alongside, the Tessie app has also been made available ...

Monday, July 14, 2025

Google Said to Be Adding a Search Bar to Gemini’s Android App

Google is said to be rolling out chat search functionality in Gemini for Android. A social media post shared a screenshot of the new search bar in the Android version of the artificial intelligence (AI) app. The feature is currently available on both iOS as well as on the web, but it has not been made available to Android users.

Google Working On New AI Feature for Gboard to Improve Voice Typing Feature: Report

Google is reportedly working on an artificial intelligence (AI) feature for Gboard. As per a report, the new feature is dubbed SmartEdit and it is aimed as an enhancement for the voice typing feature in Gboard. The Mountain View-based tech giant’s keyboard app already allows users to edit or delete a portion of the text using voice commands; however, with SmartEdit,...

Thursday, July 10, 2025

Musk-Owned X's CEO Linda Yaccarino to Step Down in Surprise Move

Yaccarino, 61, made the announcement in a post on X suggesting it was her decision, though Musk has a history of dismissing deputies suddenly. "I've decided to step down as CEO of X," Yaccarino wrote.

Perplexity Launches Comet AI Web Browser, Comes With an In-Built Sidebar Assistant

Perplexity launched its in-house web browser Comet on Wednesday. The artificial intelligence (AI) browser is powered by the company’s native search engine and various AI features. The browser’s most prominent feature is a sidebar assistant that can derive information from all opened tabs to answer user queries, summarise pages, and even perform certain actions on ...

OpenAI Reportedly Working On an AI-Powered Web Browser, to Compete With Google Chrome

OpenAI is reportedly working on an artificial intelligence (AI) web browser and is close to releasing it. As per the report, the San Francisco-based AI firm is readying the browser to compete with Google Chrome. The name of this browser is not known; however, it is said that it will support AI capabilities natively.

Apple Support App Reportedly Getting a ChatGPT-Style AI Chatbot to Assist Users

Apple is reportedly developing an artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot for its Apple Support app. As per the report, the Cupertino-based tech giant is working on a text-based AI-powered Support Assistant that can help users with their queries immediately. This will reportedly provide another avenue for people to get quick help, without having to wait for a call back o...

Wednesday, July 9, 2025

Gemini AI Upgraded to Support Google Home’s Broadcast Messages Feature

Gemini is now getting a new capability that will allow Google Home users to broadcast messages using the chatbot. The new feature was previewed last month as part of the new upgrades coming to the Google Home web app. It is now rolling out to users. The new feature also improves the integration between Gemini and the Google Home platform.

Zoom, Meta Join Forces To Roll Out Standalone App for Its VR Headsets

Meta announced the roll out of Zoom’s standalone app on Tuesday. The app will allow users to be present during video conferences as their virtual avatars. According to the app’s listing on Meta’s website, Zoom’s standalone app will function with any paid or free Zoom license. This is in line with Zoom’s recent push to expand its presence in the virtual reali...

Tuesday, July 8, 2025

Gmail Announces Manage Subscriptions View for Decluttering Inbox on Android, iOS and Web

Last month, Google silently dropped a new feature called Manage Subscriptions for Gmail’s web client. The tech giant has now officially announced its arrival on the web as well as additional platforms. The feature lets you view and manage your active subscriptions to all of the mailing lists and newsletters through a single window, eliminating the need to unsubscrib...

ChatGPT Could Soon Get a Study Together Feature That Helps Users Learn New Topics

OpenAI might be testing a new artificial intelligence (AI) feature for ChatGPT. Several netizens shared screenshots of the new feature, dubbed Study Together, on social media platforms on Sunday, leading to the belief that the San Francisco-based AI firm is conducting a test run for it. Based on the experience of users with this feature, it appears to be similar to Go...

Top 5 ChatGPT Alternatives in 2025 You Should Try for a Unique Experience

One might think that artificial intelligence (AI) tools like ChatGPT might be difficult to come by. There are reasons to believe so. The GPT and o series AI models that power the chatbot and its various features are some of the most advanced in existence. So, let us check out the top five ChatGPT alternatives in 2025.

Monday, July 7, 2025

TikTok Building New Version of App Ahead of Expected US Sale: Report

TikTok is building a new version of its app for users in the United States ahead of a planned sale of the app to a group of investors, The Information reported on Sunday, citing unnamed sources.

OpenAI Plans to Unify Capabilities From Its GPT and O Series With the Release of GPT-5 AI Model

OpenAI has generally been tight-lipped about the next-generation of its frontier artificial intelligence (AI) model, GPT-5. However, the company has recently shared some hints at what users can expect once the model is available. An OpenAI executive has claimed that the GPT-5 large language model (LLM) could witness the merger of the GPT and o-series models.

Friday, July 4, 2025

YouTube to Revise Monetisation Policy to Target Mass-Produced and Repetitive Content

YouTube is updating its monetisation rules to increase its scrutiny of mass-produced content. The YouTube Partner Programme (YPP), which governs the platform’s monetisation policy, has always encouraged creators to publish original and authentic content. Now, with this update, the streaming giant is better defining mass-produced and repetitious videos to evaluate th...

Telegram Rolls Out Checklists, Suggested Posts and Monetisation Tools in Channels

Telegram on Friday announced a new update for its app which enables creators to earn directly from within the platform, along with more features. With Checklists, Telegram Premium users can create interactive checklists in individual and group chats to manage tasks and track progress in real time. Channel subscribers can also suggest posts in channels and it also beco...

Meta AI Chatbots Will Soon Send Users Proactive Follow-Up Messages to Boost Engagement: Report

Meta is reportedly training its customisable artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots, which can be created in the AI Studio, to be able to message users unprompted. As per the report, the Menlo Park-based social media giant is adding a new capability to its Meta AI-powered chatbots that will allow them to send follow-up texts to users proactively.

Top Five Free AI Image Generators in 2025: From ChatGPT to Gemini, Know What to Use

AI image generators are a dime a dozen. However, many websites just use popular image models and use a wrapper on them, and others are hidden behind a paywall. Such image generators usually do not give value owing to a poor user interface or the requirement to pay money upfront. However, in 2025, there are some genuinely good options that allow users to create a wide ...

Thursday, July 3, 2025

Google Chrome Update Patches Security Flaw That Granted Attackers Access When Users Visited Malicious Websites

Google Chrome was recently impacted by a security flaw that enabled remote code execution, with the company confirming active exploitation by hackers. An update addressing the vulnerability is rolling out to users across Windows, Mac, and Linux. Users are urged to install the latest Chrome version to ensure their computers are protected against this threat.

Meta Verified Users Claim ‘Useless’ Customer Support Amid Account Bans Despite Paying for Subscription

Meta Platforms has been on a banning spree which is affecting users across the many social media apps under its umbrella. Amidst the ongoing mass bans, even those who are paying a premium for the Meta verified subscription have been left disappointed by tech giant’s customer support. Users have deemed the service “useless”, despite Meta claiming to offer access ...

Google Veo 3 Video Generation Model Comes to India, Available to Paid Subscribers

Google expanded the Veo 3 artificial intelligence (AI) model to India and multiple other countries on Thursday. With this expansion, the AI-powered video generator tool is now available in every country and territory where the Gemini app is. The Mountain View-based tech giant has only made the feature available to its paid subscribers, and Veo 3 can be accessed within...

Wednesday, July 2, 2025

Perplexity Max Introduced as the Company’s Most Expensive Subscription Plan Yet

Perplexity introduced its most expensive subscription tier on Tuesday. Dubbed Perplexity Max, the new plan is aimed at the platform’s heavy users and costs $200 (roughly Rs. 17,000) a month. To entice users to purchase the subscription, the San Francisco-based artificial intelligence (AI) firm is also offering early access to new features, priority access to service...

NASA Partners With Netflix for Live Streaming of Rocket Launches, Spacewalks, and More

NASA (The National Aeronautics and Space Administration) on Monday announced a partnership with Netflix for live streaming rocket launches, spacewalks, mission coverages, and views from the International Space Station (ISS).. Following this move, the video streaming giant will incorporate live feeds from the NASA+ service in its interface alongside the existing librar...

X to Reportedly Use AI Agents to Write Community Notes In a Bid to Scale the Programme

X (formerly known as Twitter) is reportedly planning to use artificial intelligence (AI) to write Community Notes on the platform. As per the report, the company has asked developers to submit custom AI agents capable of verifying the authenticity of posts and providing neutral explanations about them. This will mark a big shift in the social media platform’s fact-c...

Threads Rolls Out DMs With Message Controls, Inbox Filters for Users Aged 18 and Above

Threads has finally introduced direct messages (DMs) on its platform, allowing users to communicate one-on-one without leaving the app. As per Instagram head Adam Mosseri, the feature has been a “top request” from users since the launch of Threads in 2023. It arrives with several options, including messaging controls, inbox filtering, and group messaging.

Tuesday, July 1, 2025

Threads Rolls Out DMs With Message Controls, Inbox Filters for Users Aged 18 and Above

Threads has finally introduced direct messages (DMs) on its platform, allowing users to communicate one-on-one without leaving the app. As per Instagram head Adam Mosseri, the feature has been a “top request” from users since the launch of Threads in 2023. It arrives with several options, including messaging controls, inbox filtering, and group messaging.

Indian Railways Launches RailOne App as a Unified Platform for Ticket Booking and Other Services

The Ministry of Railways launched the new RailOne superapp on Tuesday. The launch was flagged off by Minister of Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw. It is said to be a one-stop shop which consolidates the ministry’s public-facing services into a single platform, offering services such as reserved ticket booking, PNR enquiries, ticket refund requests, and ordering food on tra...

Instagram Now Lets You Share Songs From Spotify on Stories With Audio Preview

Instagram has released a new feature which makes it easier to share songs with others on the platform, as per a report. Users can now share tracks on their Instagram Stories and they will appear with a preview of the song. While users could previously share tracks too, only the album cover appeared without any audio. This builds upon the recent rollout of another feat...

Apple's iOS 26 Update Won't Offer Some Features in the EU at Launch: Report

Apple's iOS 26 update is set for release later this year, but a report indicates not all new capabilities will be available in Europe. Notably, users in the European Union may experience delays accessing these features, similar to how Apple Intelligence features were delayed in the EU after Apple faced regulatory hurdles.