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Meta quietly launched an ‘AI pet journal’ app
Meta launched Waddle World, a tamagotchi-style app with AI-powered virtual pets that chat with users and generate doodles to illustrate conversations.
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Gemini Live redesign makes it easier to add context to chats
Google is rolling out a redesigned 'plus' button in Gemini Live on Android to simplify adding photos and files to conversations.
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The built-in Android phone app most users never bother to use (but should)
Article highlights an underutilized built-in Android phone app that most users ignore but should explore.
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7 features I want next from Google Wallet after the Apple-inspired refresh
A commentary on desired features for Google Wallet following its recent Apple-inspired redesign, including receipt scanning and agentic capabilities.
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What Is WhatsApp Chat Lock and How Does It Work?
WhatsApp Chat Lock allows users to protect individual conversations in a separate folder with device authentication and optional secret code hiding.
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DrizzVision’s AI App Testing Ambition Meets Reality
Bengaluru-based DrizzVision uses visual AI models to automate mobile app testing, but faces challenges maintaining consistency across different testing environments.
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Brick’s new app blocker is designed for bedtime doomscrolling
Brick launches the Brick Night, a $129 Bluetooth-enabled device that automatically blocks phone apps when you enter your bedroom.
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Strava revamps route discovery with smarter search, offline improvements, more
Strava has announced new features to improve route planning and discovery for runners, hikers, and cyclists, including smarter search and offline capabilities.
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YouTube removing ‘Subscriptions’ bottom bar tab on Android, iOS after nearly a decade
YouTube is removing the Subscriptions tab from the bottom navigation bar on Android and iOS after nearly a decade, shifting to custom feeds.
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Sensor Tower: Meta’s Muse app tops 10 million US downloads in 40 days
Meta's Muse app reached 10 million US downloads in 40 days and ranks among the fastest-growing apps, also showing strong user retention.
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WhatsApp may soon let iPhone users open any link in an in-app browser
WhatsApp is expanding its in-app browser feature to allow iPhone users to open any shared link within the app, extending previous limited support.
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Android Auto ‘Work Account’ support would allow for easy switching in work vehicles
Android Auto is testing work account support to allow users to switch between personal and work profiles in connected vehicles.