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Meta is rolling out the 'Dear Algo' feature on Threads. This AI-powered functionality gives users more control over what they see on their feeds. With this feature, users will be able to tell the app what’s important to them in the moment. To use the feature, users can type “Dear Algo” in a public Threads post, followed by what they’d like to see more or less ...

YouTube is rolling out a new AI Playlist generator for Premium users on Android and iOS. Announced in an X post, the feature lets subscribers create personalised playlists by entering text or voice prompts based on mood, genre, or theme. Users can access it through the Library tab by tapping “New” and selecting “AI Playlist.” Google has shared limited details ...

Apple and Google have agreed to make four changes to their respective app stores to make the marketplaces fairer and more transparent to third-party developers. The announcement was made by the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) on Tuesday after it raised questions about the company’s duopoly in the mobile application sector.

WhatsApp is reportedly testing a new feature for its Android app that aims to provide users more control over the appearance of the app. As per details shared by a feature tracker, the Meta-owned instant messaging platform is working on several new visual elements for WhatsApp, enabling customisation of the app theme, icon, and accent colour as per their preference. T...

Discord will begin a global rollout of age verification in early March for users seeking full access to the platform. Teen-focused safety and communication controls will be applied by default across all accounts. Users may need to verify their age to view sensitive material, enter age-restricted spaces, or adjust messaging settings. Discord said age checks can be comp...

WhatsApp Web is reportedly getting voice and video calling support. The long-awaited feature is currently available to select beta users for one-to-one chats, and this could be available for more users in the coming weeks. The update adds end-to-end encrypted calls and screen-sharing support to WhatsApp Web. Currently, WhatsApp allow Web users to send text messages an...

Meta is said to be developing a new standalone app that is expected to rival Snapchat in terms of ephemeral communication. According to a report, the company confirmed that an internal prototype of the app, dubbed Instants, is in development that would allow users to send and receive disappearing photos and videos. The Meta-owned social media platform is reportedly al...

Telegram has released a major update for its Android app, introducing a refreshed design based on the Liquid Glass styling. It brings new translucent panels and a new four-tab bottom navigation bar, resembling the design of the iOS version. The bottom bar houses the Chats, Contacts, Settings, and Profile options, and it remains visible when we scroll through each sect...

YouTube Music seems to have limited access to lyrics for free users. Once the free limit is used up, the lyrics section displays the first few lines. A bar appears above the lyrics section showing how many free views remain for users, along with an option to upgrade to Premium. This move could be aimed at encouraging more users to sign up for a Premium subscription. T...

WhatsApp may soon let users share Status updates with a Close Friends list, offering more privacy and control over who can view certain posts. WABetaInfo spotted the feature in an Android beta build, though it remains under development with no release timeline confirmed. The option could work alongside custom contact lists, allowing users to manage Close Friends throu...