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Elon Musk’s X has expanded its portfolio of apps with the launch of XChat. Currently available on iPhone and iPad, it is a standalone messaging app that builds on existing X networks. The company has positioned it as a privacy-focused solution, allowing users to connect with others without needing to exchange phone numbers or send invites. XChat, notably, marks a sh...

WhatsApp is reportedly developing notification bubbles for Android that could let users access chats as floating icons while using other apps. The feature is expected to allow quick replies through a compact chat window without opening the full app. It is still under development and not available in any beta version yet. The feature will likely depend on Android’s n...

WhatsApp has integrated mobile recharges into the popular messaging app. The platform has collaborated with Dutch payments company PayU to enable the service in the country across WhatsApp for Android and iOS. With the latest update, Airtel, Jio, and Vodafone Idea users can choose from a range of recharge plans and carry out recharges within a few taps without leavin...

Google is testing a Verified Email system on Android that could remove the need for OTPs and email links during app sign-ups. According to Android Developers, the feature uses Credential Manager to confirm a user’s email instantly through a secure on-device credential. A native prompt lets users approve access in one tap. The system can also support account recovery...

LinkedIn, the Microsoft-owned professional networking platform, has named Daniel Shapero as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Shapero will be taking over from the outgoing CEO Ryan Roslansky, who held the position for five years and 11 months. Until April 2026, Shapero served as the Chief Operating Officer at LinkedIn, and has been associated with the company for...

Instagram is celebrating the first anniversary of its Edits app, which was launched on April 22 last year. Commemorating its initial launch, Instagram’s Brett Westervelt, the head of the Edits app, said that since its release, the company has launched over 130 additional features for the platform, with the help of weekly updates. The company created a feedback loop,...

Spotify has introduced Ads Manager in India, a self-serve platform that allows businesses to create and manage advertising campaigns across audio, video and display formats. The platform includes targeting, measurement and creative tools, along with automation features aimed at improving campaign performance and accessibility for advertisers of all sizes.

WhatsApp is testing a subscription called WhatsApp Plus that adds optional features without affecting core services like messaging, calls, or encryption. Priced at around EUR 2.49 (roughly Rs. 274) per month, it is currently in limited rollout. The plan includes custom themes, alternate icons, exclusive stickers, expanded chat pinning up to 20 chats, bulk chat setting...

Google announced upgrades to AI Mode in Google Chrome on Thursday. As per the Mountain View-based tech giant, the new features are aimed at making search more fluid and context-aware. Google is integrating search and browsing more closely. This allows users to interact with web pages and AI-generated responses side-by-side. With the latest changes, AI Mode will be abl...