Instagram spin-off Threads might get native direct messaging in a future update. It is reported that Meta is working on the functionality, which is probably in the early stages of development.
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I'm a computer science graduate turned tech journalist with almost 7 years of experience now. I like to write about the Apple ecosystem, Microsoft, and Windows 10/11 to name a few. But if you want to talk about memes, tiny homes, and minimalism, count me in. When not working, you can find me on motorcycle road trips.
Marvel announced that the first Disney+ Original interactive story will arrive for the Vision Pro. The immersive experience will soon be available for Apple's headset as a standalone app.
New Yorkers can now interact with people from Dublin through a giant screen installed in the city. Known as the NYC Portal, it establishes an always-on 24/7 live stream connecting the two cities.
Connectivity Standards Alliances has updated the Matter smart home standard to version 1.3. The new specification adds support for EV chargers, rain sensors, freeze detectors, and other devices.
Apple's freshly launched iPad Air models are heavier and thicker than their iPad Pro counterparts. The Cupertino giant refreshed its iPad Air and Pro lineup on Tuesday during its "Let Loose" event.
Apple has announced a new official camera app for iPhone and iPad. The app loaded with advanced features is designed for Final Cut for iPad 2 and can be downloaded for free as a standalone app.
Meta might let you share content from Instagram to Threads in a future update. The company is testing a cross-posting feature globally, which can automatically create a Threads post.
Major streaming services such as Netflix and Disney Plus saw a drop in MAU and downloads. A report says there was a 4% aggregate decline across all video streaming services last month.
Google announced that users can now add second step methods such as Google Authenticator or a security key before enabling 2-Step Verification (2SV) on their Google Account with a phone number.
Apple announced it will launch five new game titles on Apple Arcade in May and June. The list includes a spatial puzzle game for the Vision Pro headset, which will launch later this month.
Bluesky just announced that Jack Dorsey is no longer a part of its board and it's looking for a new face. This came after Dorsey confirmed the departure through his X account when asked by a user.
YouTube is testing an AI-powered feature that lets you skip ahead a video to a point where most users would typically jump. It is currently available to YouTube Premium subscribers in the US.
Threads is rolling out new control options to restrict who can Quote your posts on the social media platform. The feature is available to everyone, and you can access it while creating a new post.
WhatsApp has started rolling out its redesigned Status updates tray to some Android beta testers. The feature has been developed for a while now and brings bigger thumbnails to preview status updates.
In a surprising turn of events, a Firefox power user managed to keep over 7,400 browser tabs alive for more than two years. The user has plans to keep them open in the foreseeable future.
Instagram has launched a set of four new stickers, namely, Add Yours Music, Frames, Reveal, and Cutouts. These are interactive stickers you can share in your story, prompting inputs from other users.