Unicode recently launched version 14.0 of its language coding standard with 37 new emojis, over 800 new characters, and more. The new emojis include a melting face, heart hands, a person with a crown, an identification card, and more. Though…
To expand security on its platform, WhatsApp is going to secure iCloud backup with end-to-end encryption later this year. The new security feature is built on a two-factor authentication framework for key storage and cloud storage to allow iOS and…
Facebook has finally announced its long-rumored smartglasses in partnership with eyewear giant EssilorLuxottica. The $299 Ray-Ban Stories smart glasses are available in 20 different style options and can be connected to an iOS or Android device for full functionality. Facebook…
A new report by ProPublica claims that WhatsApp does not support end-to-end encryption on the platform and the company has hired thousands of contractors to view users’ text, photo, and video messages. However, Facebook says that report is based on…
A new survey of lobbying networks in the European Union (EU) by Corporate Europe Observatory has found that the tech lobbying sector in the EU spends more than fossil fuels, pharma, and other industries. While Google and Facebook have invested…
After seven years, Facebook is bringing video and audio calls capability back on the main app. Starting from Monday, users will not have to jump to Messenger to make calls, they will be able to catch up with a friend…
WhatsApp beta for Android recently introduced a new payment chat shortcut that allows users to send payments directly from the app. WABetaInfo reports that the payment feature is being tested for the iOS version of the app. And like on…
WhatsApp for iPad app will be launching soon with multi-device 2.0 support. The app will also support Android tablets with the update, as confirmed by WABetaInfo. Currently, WhatsApp multi-device support is in beta testing and users can opt-in to use…
Facebook has announced support for end-to-end encrypted video calls and audio calls and updated controls for disappearing messages on the Messenger app. In addition, the social media giant also plans to introduce the new changes on Instagram direct messages in…
WhatsApp has rolled out its multi-device functionality as a beta to all users on Web, Desktop and Portal devices. Users who enroll in the beta can use WhatsApp on up to 4 devices at the same time, however, the account…
