WhatsApp is replacing the camera button with a gallery shortcut, but you can still record instant video messages.
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WhatsApp is working on a new feature that will show the number of unread messages within each custom or default chat filter.
WhatsApp is working on a notification reminder feature that will remind you of missed status updates from your contacts.
The feature lets free and premium users of Spotify create their own custom art for saved playlists using the mobile app.
WhatsApp is developing a new feature that will allow users to check the authenticity of any image they receive.
WhatsApp is rolling out a new feature for Android beta users that lets them apply effects directly to the camera.
The Spotify AI playlist generation feature is now available in more countries including the US for beta users.
Apple Intelligence has been in testing in iOS 18.1 beta for the last couple of weeks, but it was restricted to US-based users until yesterday, which has removed this requirement.
The latest WhatsApp Android beta update shows that the messaging platform is working on a new feature that would allow users to react to status updates quickly with a heart emoji similar to Instagram.
After being spotted working on a new voice chat mode to communicate with Meta AI, the latest WhatsApp Android beta update lets users choose among 10 different voices for Meta AI for quick responses.
Apple has launched a public beta of Apple Maps on the web, making it accessible to anyone using a modern web browser. The web version offers features like driving and walking directions.
Google was spotted working on a new feature that introduces a new user interface for Android's QR code scanner, making it easy to operate. The feature also has a new launch animation.
The latest report suggests that Google is working on a new tweak for the Play Store, which will show the app ratings for different devices directly on the device chip, saving a few seconds and a tap.
The Linux Mint Stable release will happen in June, says project lead, but not necessarily after the traditional two weeks from Beta. There are still over 50 bugs plaguing the Beta as of Sunday.
In the latest beta, Google has reportedly added a new button that would make going incognito on the Google app easier, negating the need to go through multiple taps to browse privately.
An upgraded Notification Cooldown feature spotted in the Android 15 Beta 1.2 update will help reduce the number of vibrations your phone does when you receive successive notifications.
The ChatGPT Android app is reportedly set to borrow a nifty feature from its web version: the ability to edit your prompts. This feature is already available on the standard version of the iOS app.
Meta's Threads is testing a new option that allows the user to automatically archive old posts. The feature is currently available to a small set of users and could be added as a manual option.
WhatsApp is reportedly working on a new feature that will let users share files with their contacts when offline. The feature will work like AirDrop and Nearby Share to send documents, media, etc.
Apple has made the first beta of iOS 17.4 available to the public, including the changes made to accommodate new laws which will come into place within the EU starting from March 2024.
Microsoft has just released Build 2308.230816-2200 to Xbox Insiders on the Alpha and Beta rings. It comes with several fixes to the Home, notifications, and more. Unfortunately, there are issues too.
Samsung has opened the One UI 6 beta program for owners of the Galaxy S23 series devices. To join, users must also be based in either the United States, Germany, or South Korea. This is what's new.
You can now download the Linux Mint 21.2 Beta from official third-party mirrors. The Mint project is still to officially announce the release, but we believe it will do so very soon.
The latest beta version of WhatsApp for Windows has added the ability to share your screen with others in a video call for some users, which was previously added to the Android beta last month.
Microsoft has released Xbox build 2305.230424-2200 to Insiders on the Omega, Delta, and Beta rings. It comes with a fix that addresses a force feedback issue on steering wheels for racing games.
Google is rolling out support for client-side encryption generally for some Workspace plans. The feature was initially tested as part of beta in December last year and is now officially out.
BeReal might be next on Meta's target list, with its core concept being tested internally under the name 'Roll Call' within Messenger in another case of it trying to keep users away from rivals.
In a new update on the TestFlight beta Program, WhatsApp has updated its iOS version to 23.4.0.70, which brings more updates to the upcoming ability to send photos with higher quality.
Canonical has made Ubuntu Pro generally available. It enables you to run Ubuntu LTS releases past their expiry dates and delivers security updates to more programs. It has been in beta since October.
Google says that it won't disable Manifest V2 in January 2023 in developer-focused builds like Dev, Canary, and Beta as earlier planned due to insufficient time for testing and unresolved bugs.
The Beta ISOs for Linux Mint 21.1 are now undergoing last-minute checks. Once released, beta testing will run for a few weeks. The final Linux Mint 21.1 release is due around Christmas.
Elon Musk has said that the Full Self-Driving Capability Beta is available to all customers in North America that bought the package. It includes Autopilot and Enhanced Autopilot features and more.
The WindowBlinds 11 beta is available now for Windows 10 and Windows 11 users and includes a new dark mode as well as customizing the look and feel of the taskbar, window frames and more.
Microsoft has announced that it is in the process of completely revamping the Stream app on mobile. A beta is now available for both Android and iOS but it is missing some crucial functionalities.
Samsung has launched Samsung Internet 19.0 beta that brings new features and enhancements to the previous ones. It is now available to download on the Google Play Store and Samsung Galaxy Store.
As an additional part to the recently announced privacy improvements to WhatsApp, the latest beta for Android begins testing the ability for group admins to approve new participants.
Cloudflare is running a trial in an attempt to push forward early adoption of quantum encryption that can't be broken by quantum computers. NIST is planning to standardize Kyber encryption in 2024.
DALL·E, the AI-powered image generator, is entering closed beta, giving access to a million more people. Users will also have commercial selling and merchandising rights for any images they create.
Microsoft has asked people running the latest Windows 11 beta build to join in a Bug Bash. This will help the company weed out any bugs that may be present in time for the public release.
Canonical has released the beta images of Ubuntu 22.04 LTS. While the beta should be fairly stable and representative of the final release, it's not recommended for daily use as bugs could arise.