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WhatsApp working on password-protected chat backups for iCloud

WhatsApp is working on bringing password-protected, encrypted chat backups for iCloud and Google Drive, according to a new report. The update, which is currently in the works, would allow users to keep their WhatsApp chat backups guarded against unauthorized access…

Nobel Peace Prize winner Malala Yousafzai signs multi-year deal with Apple TV+

by Asma Hussain

Apple has just announced a multi-year programming partnership with women’s rights activist and youngest Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai. The deal will include original content for Apple’s streaming service spanning documentaries, animation, dramas, comedies, and children’s series. While the Cupertino tech…

Apple TV+’s hit comedy series ‘Ted Lasso’ wins three Critics Choice Awards

by Asma Hussain

Apple TV+’s hit comedy series ‘Ted Lasso’ has added more awards to the streaming service’s collection. On Sunday, the series picked up three Critics Choice Awards for Best Comedy category, Best Actor in a Comedy Series, and Best supporting actress…

How to enable live transcription in Zoom calls on desktop

by Asma Hussain

Zoom calls now come with the option of live captions, which enables speech to text transcription in Zoom Meetings and Zoom Webinars. Live captions help to make sure attendees do not miss a word of their Zoom call, especially for…

How to filter Spotify playlists by genre

by Asma Hussain

Spotify has recently begun rolling out a new feature that allows users to filter their Liked Songs based on genre and mood. Spotify groups all liked tracks under one playlist in a user’s library. The playlist can be a great…

Apple now lets users copy iCloud photos and videos to Google Photos

by Asma Hussain

Apple recently released a tool that finally allows users to transfer copies of their iCloud Photos to a third-party service, with Google Photos being the first integration. Users can find the service on Apple’s privacy site under “Transfer a copy…

Apple TV+ original shows ‘Servant,’ ‘For All Mankind,’ and ‘Amazing Stories’ nominated for The Saturn Awards

by Asma Hussain

The 46th Annual Saturn Awards nominations have been announced, and three Apple TV+ original shows have received nominations. This year marks the first time Apple TV+ has been eligible for the Saturn Awards which are presented annually by the Academy…

iOS 14.5 beta 3 includes anti-stalking ‘Item Safety Feature’ for AirTags and other Bluetooth trackers

by Asma Hussain

Apple recently released the third pubic beta of iOS 14.5 which includes the “Item Safety Features” to offer protection against stalking for “AirTags”, Apple’s long-rumored electronic Bluetooth trackers. The tags are designed to attach to various objects and services and…

Microsoft’s new iPhone app ‘Group Transcribe,’ offers real-time transcription and translation

by Asma Hussain

Microsoft recently announced a new app, Group Transcribe, exclusively for iPhone users who converse in multiple languages and accessibility needs. Group Transcribe offers real-time transcription and translation for meetings and other conversations powered by cutting edge AI speech and language…

Spotify to surpass Apple in U.S. podcast listeners this year, accoring to analysts

by Asma Hussain

A recent market forecast has brought forth data that suggests that Spotify’s U.S. podcast listenership will overtake Apple Podcasts’ by the end of 2021. According to the forecast, Spotify will increase its monthly podcast listeners in the U.S. to 37.5…