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Instagram launches TikTok Duet style feature called Reels Remix

Washington [US], April 1 (ANI): Photo-sharing application Instagram has launched another feature inspired by TikTok. Instagram Reels already mimics TikTok in several ways, and now, it's getting one more feature from the popular video app: duets.

2021-04-01T11:01:42.905608+00:00 IST

Twitter rolls out stickers for 'Fleets'

Washington [US], April 1 (ANI): Micro-blogging site Twitter has added stickers to 'Fleets'. The stickers are available for users on both Android and iOS.

2021-04-01T09:22:55.470387+00:00 IST

Google Maps rolls out new indoor navigation feature 'Live View'

California [US], March 31 (ANI): Tech giant Google on Wednesday announced a new 'Live View' feature to Google Maps for iOS and Android that is going to allow the users to use augmented reality (AR) so they could navigate inside malls and airports.

2021-03-31T09:37:23.618319+00:00 IST

YouTube experimenting with hiding dislikes for protecting creators' well-being

Washington [US], March 31 (ANI): American video-sharing platform YouTube has announced that it is experimenting with hiding dislikes on creators' videos to discourage "dislike mobs" from "deliberately downvoting videos" from creators and channels.

2021-03-31T08:32:36.693219+00:00 IST

Fortnite's new update on Nintendo Switch will make it look and run better

Washington [US], March 30 (ANI): Online multiplayer video game Fortnite's version for Nintendo Switch will now be getting a patch that will boost its performance in portable and docked modes.

2021-03-30T17:42:37.864843+00:00 IST

Apple to expand its independent repair program to India, other countries

Washington [US], March 30 (ANI): Tech giant Apple has been heavily criticised over the years for its restrictions on who can repair its devices, which end up costing customers a lot even with several warranty programs in place. If you live somewhere with limited choices, Apple's recently-announced expansion of its Independent Repair Provider program might change that.

2021-03-30T10:53:33.873976+00:00 IST

Apple's latest version of iOS, iPadOS 14.4.2 helps fix a security issue

California [US], March 30 (ANI): The new update to version 14.4.2 of Apple's iOS fixes a security issue for both the iPhone and iPad.

2021-03-30T09:41:04.014368+00:00 IST

Netflix set to launch 40 new anime shows in 2021

Washington [US], March 29 (ANI): Online streaming platform Netflix at Tokyo's AnimeJapan 2021 Expo recently announced that following the success of its 'Blood of Zeus' series last year, it will be launching 40 new anime titles in 2021.

2021-03-29T10:28:29.660969+00:00 IST

Hulu's Android TV app gets 1080p resolution on some devices

Washington [US], March 28 (ANI): American subscription video-on-demand service Hulu's Android TV apps can finally stream in 1080p on new Nvidia Shield TV set-top-boxes and Sony Bravia TVs.

2021-03-28T16:08:49.164753+00:00 IST

Amazon gets FDA green flag for its COVID-19 test kit

Washington [US], March 27 (ANI): The American multinational technology company, Amazon has received Food and Drug Administration authorization (FDA) for its COVID-19 test developed by its subsidiary STS Lab Holdco and the company is now intending to utilize it for its employee testing program.

2021-03-27T17:50:25.008759+00:00 IST

HBO Max rolling out audio descriptions for select titles

Washington [US], March 27 (ANI): American streaming service HBO Max is now rolling out a dedicated audio description category on the platform. Select titles on the streamer will have audio descriptions, which are separate tracks that describe what's visually happening on-screen.

2021-03-27T09:25:57.795389+00:00 IST

Spotify to make changes in Desktop App, Web Player to simplify its use

Washington [US], March 26 (ANI): Music streaming application Spotify is set to rolling out a new improved look and feel for the Spotify app for desktop and web--aligning the experience and making both easier to use than ever before.

2021-03-26T16:40:26.683561+00:00 IST

Developers of 'Halo Infinite' destroyed piano to record game sounds

Washington [US], March 26 (ANI): American video game developing studio 343 Industries recently while detailing many aspects of the upcoming 'Halo Infinite' game's audio production, in a new blog revealed that they actually smashed a piano into pieces to record sound effects.

2021-03-26T11:58:50.428283+00:00 IST

Apple working on wrap-around display for Apple Watch with digital watch bands

Washington [US], March 26 (ANI): Apple is working on a new wrap-around display with digitally-customisable watch bands and a round display, according to a patent filed by the company recently.

2021-03-26T09:31:25.193245+00:00 IST

Google Stadia might roll out touch screen control on Android

Washington [US], March 25 (ANI): Tech giant Google's cloud gaming service Stadia is testing touchscreen controls on Android, and might roll out a 'direct touch' feature in it soon.

2021-03-25T17:35:33.057326+00:00 IST

Jada Pinkett Smith's 'Red Table Talk' returning soon to Facebook Watch

Washington [US], March 25 (ANI): Jada Pinkett Smith, Willow Smith and Adrienne Banfield-Norris are returning to Facebook Watch's 'Red Table Talk' with all-new episodes on March 31 this year.

2021-03-25T10:20:43.724519+00:00 IST

Apple's new headsets will weigh less than iPhone

Washington [US], March 24 (ANI): Are you one of them who love to wear headsets but struggle to wear them for a long time due to their heavyweight, then this new project from Apple may be a reason for you to rejoice!

2021-03-24T17:00:03.020186+00:00 IST

Microsoft 365's web version helps convert Word docs into PowerPoint presentations

Washington [US], March 24 (ANI): A couple of days after tech company Microsoft reported that it would uphold changing over Word records into PowerPoint introductions, the organisation on Wednesday made the transformation feature live.

2021-03-24T16:30:23.972264+00:00 IST

Microsoft Xbox Live rebranded to Xbox network

Washington [US], March 23 (ANI): American multinational technology Microsoft has rebranded its online multiplayer gaming and digital media delivery service Xbox Live to Xbox network.

2021-03-23T12:57:37.444979+00:00 IST

Microsoft planning to let employees back into office with hybrid workplace

Washington [US], March 22 (ANI): The American multinational technology company Microsoft Corporation, is planning to resume its Redmond and Seattle, Washington-based base camp in the not so distant future.

2021-03-22T18:00:39.029018+00:00 IST

WhatsApp for iOS tests new feature to adjust playback speed of audio messages

Washington [US], March 22 (ANI): Instant messaging application WhatsApp is working on a new feature that will allow users to change the playback speed of voice messages at their convenience.

2021-03-22T16:46:02.559738+00:00 IST