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InstagramDec 14, 2023Dec 14, 2023

Instagram introduces video and multimedia replies to Notes

Instagram’s Notes feature, that little haven for quick updates and close-knit conversations, is getting a major upgrade! Gone are the days of solely relying on text to share your thoughts. Get ready to add some visual and audio flair to…

iOS Android iPhoneDec 14, 2023

Beeper Mini and Cloud are down again: What’s going on?

by Ali Hasnain

Beeper Mini and Cloud users are facing iMessage outages once again. This latest disruption is just one in a series of issues that have plagued both platforms in recent weeks. Beeper Mini’s iMessage troubles: Is the dream of cross-platform messaging…

AndroidDec 13, 2023

One UI 6 now allows for one-time passwords when sharing a hotspot, making it a safer method of sharing

by Ali Hasnain

Samsung’s latest update, One UI 6, introduces a revolutionary feature that enhances security and convenience: one-time passwords for mobile hotspots. Level up your hotspot security with one-time passwords in One UI 6 In the past, sharing your hotspot password meant…

iOS iPhoneDec 13, 2023Dec 13, 2023

iOS 17.3 beta brings back collaborative Apple Music playlists feature

by Ali Hasnain

The latest iOS 17.3 beta, released December 12, 2023, reintroduces the highly anticipated collaborative Apple Music playlists feature. This long-awaited functionality allows you to create and share playlists with friends and family, adding a whole new dimension to your listening…

AndroidDec 12, 2023Dec 12, 2023

Epic Games scores major victory in antitrust battle against Google

by Ali Hasnain

In a landmark decision, a jury in San Francisco has ruled in favor of Epic Games in their antitrust lawsuit against Google. The jury found that Google’s practices in the Google Play Store were anti-competitive and harmed both developers and…

Android iOS iPhoneDec 12, 2023

Beeper Mini iMessage-on-Android app returns, Apple ID sign in now required

by Ali Hasnain

Beeper Mini, the app that brought iMessage to Android users, has taken another turn. After being blocked by Apple in early December, Beeper has managed to restore some functionality to the app, but it’s not exactly the triumphant return everyone…

AndroidDec 11, 2023Dec 11, 2023

One UI 6.1 brings Google Pixel 8’s AI wallpapers to Samsung Galaxy

by Ali Hasnain

Google’s AI-powered wallpapers, initially exclusive to the Pixel 8, are now slated to make their way to Samsung Galaxy devices with the upcoming One UI 6.1 update. This surprising move highlights the increasing interoperability between tech giants and the shared…

iOSDec 11, 2023Dec 11, 2023

Tesla launches new ‘Automatic 911 Calls’ feature to take safety to the next level

by Ali Hasnain

Tesla recently announced a new feature in their 2023 Holiday Update that will allow their vehicles to automatically call 911 in the event of a crash that triggers the airbags. This feature is intended to help get emergency services to…

AndroidDec 9, 2023

Beeper Mini, Android iMessage app, is currently broken for most users

by Ali Hasnain

Beeper Mini, the app that allowed Android users to access iMessage through reverse-engineered technology, has been broken since just days after launch on December 5th, 2023. Beeper Mini: A short-lived revolution For a brief moment in early December, Android users…

YouTubeDec 9, 2023Dec 9, 2023

YouTube Premium increases prices for its legacy users

by Ali Hasnain

YouTube Premium is increasing its subscription fee, affecting new and legacy users. Let’s take a closer look at the details of the price hike. YouTube Premium price hike: What you need to know YouTube Premium’s price increase began rolling out…