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Google is reportedly testing a new approximate location toggle in Chrome for Android. The feature may give more flexibility to users to share only an approximate location with specific websites. It was spotted in version 142.0.7444.171. This change could enhance privacy controls, letting users limit websites that can track their location.

Telegram has added three creator-focused features to its app, including Live Stories, which let users stream directly from their Story feed with real-time comments and star-based interactions. Scheduled messages now support repeat intervals, and collectible Gifts will be distributed through an auction system for fairer access. The features are rolling out to all users...

As we are nearing the year-end, YouTube Music has started rolling out the 2025 Recap. It shows personalised insights into the music habits of users. It highlights the total listening time for favourite artists. It also spotlights the top albums and highlights the countries of the most-played artists. This year's recap also includes an AI-powered chat feature.

WhatsApp has introduced a group member tags feature in its latest beta update, allowing users to assign personalized labels that identify their roles within group chats. The feature, currently available to select beta testers, enables members to add custom tags up to 30 characters long that describe their responsibilities, expertise, or positions within specific group...

CERT-In has issued an advisory regarding multiple vulnerabilities affecting Google Chrome on various operating systems. The latest bulletin, published on Friday, has flagged the discovered vulnerabilities as high risk. As per the cybersecurity firm, threat actors may potentially exploit the security flaws to remotely execute arbitrary code on the affected systems. All...

YouTube is experimenting with the return of private in-app messaging six years after discontinuing the feature. The test, limited to users aged 18 and older in Ireland and Poland, allows people to share videos and chat directly within the YouTube mobile app. It includes strict safety measures, with all messages governed by YouTube’s Community Guidelines and chats in...

WhatsApp has officially brought back its 'About' feature. The reintroduced feature lets users share short, casual status updates with text or emojis. The About will be placed at the top of individual chats and on profiles, and users can tap on it to reply directly. The update will expire after 24 hours by default, but users can customise the timer.

WhatsApp’s contact-discovery flaw let researchers match 3.5 billion phone numbers to active accounts. By exploiting the absence of rate limits, they checked vast number ranges to see which were registered. They also found that many users exposed their profile photos and About texts publicly. The team even identified millions of accounts in countries where WhatsApp i...

Amazon Video Recaps was launched on Wednesday to offer AI-generated video summaries of previous seasons of select Amazon Originals shows. The feature is said to help users catch up before they start streaming a new season. With the generative AI, the feature recognises and combines major plot points, pivotal moments, character arcs, and dialogues to create a recap wit...

Telegram has announced a new update that adds several new features. The instant messaging platform now allows users to host live streams in Telegram Stories. It also has a live chat feature where viewers can add comments. Users can also enable scheduled messages and reminders to be repeated at set intervals for task automation. Further, the company said that new Teleg...