Facebook Messenger has officially begun the rollout of default end-to-end encryption (E2EE) for individual chats and calls, according to an announcement by Meta on Wednesday. Over the upcoming weeks and months, existing conversations on the platform will be safeguarded by E2EE, and new chats will automatically benefit from this technology. The enhanced security features of E2EE Messenger chats will…
WhatsApp, earlier this year, introduced screen-sharing for video calls, and now reports suggest that the Meta-owned platform is enhancing this feature further. The upcoming addition may allow users to share music audio while screen-sharing during video calls. This feature was reportedly identified in the WhatsApp beta for iOS version 23.25.10.72, accessible through the TestFlight app. According to WhatsApp feature…
Meta is set to discontinue its cross-platform messaging service, ending the ability to message Facebook accounts from your Instagram account and vice versa. Three years after introducing the feature, users will be limited to messaging within the platform they are currently using. Although Meta hasn’t provided a specific reason for this decision, the announcement aligns with the anticipated timeline…
WhatsApp is introducing a new Secret Code feature to complement its existing Chat Lock functionality, offering an added layer of security for locked chats. This expansion allows users to conceal sensitive conversations by implementing a secret code, ensuring privacy when sharing their phone or in case of unauthorized access. Users can continue using their phone’s PIN, passcode, or biometric…
Google is currently experimenting with a revamped layout for its Android search app, aiming to enhance one-handed usability on smartphones with larger screens. In response to the trend of moving UI elements to the bottom of screens, including tabs and search bars, Google is now testing a version that relocates the search bar to the bottom. The trial, identified…
During the ongoing Epic vs Google trial, a Google executive reportedly confirmed that the tech giant permitted Spotify to bypass the mandatory Play Store fees. The Verge discloses details of a confidential deal, exposing that Spotify had the privilege of handling its own payments on the service without paying Google any commission. Initially kept under wraps, the specifics of…
In compliance with India’s IT rules, WhatsApp, owned by Meta, has reported banning 7.11 million accounts during the month of September, as detailed in its latest India monthly report. Out of this substantial number, 2.57 million accounts were proactively banned, even before receiving any reports from users. WhatsApp identifies Indian accounts using the ‘+91’ country code. The report states,…
Google has initiated the rollout of ChromeOS 177 to compatible Chromebook devices, introducing a slew of enhancements and the Material You design. This update encompasses various aspects, such as Quick Settings, notifications, battery charging controls, color accessibility settings, and more. Notably, it introduces new rectangular buttons for settings like Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. Additionally, users can now access their Chromebook’s…
WhatsApp is reportedly in the early stages of developing a new feature that would enable chat interoperability, allowing users to communicate with individuals not using WhatsApp. This move is in response to the European Union’s Digital Markets Act (DMA), set to take effect in Q1 2024, which mandates interoperability for major “gatekeeper” platforms like WhatsApp with users on other…
YouTube is in the midst of testing a novel feature that automatically accentuates the ‘Subscribe’ button whenever the word ‘subscribe’ emerges within a video. This experimental update has been spotted across a diverse array of content, suggesting that the platform has seamlessly automated this process. Simultaneously, YouTube has been exploring several other potential enhancements. For instance, there are indications…