Author: Daniel (The Tech Blog UK)
Oh, blimey! Have you heard about what happened to social media giant X (you know, the one that used to be Twitter)? It was a bit of a kerfuffle last Thursday – the site went down for just over an hour. Imagine that!
The UK’s communications regulator is currently examining TikTok following concerns that the social media platform may have submitted incorrect details in response to a formal request for information. The probe was initiated after discrepancies were found in data that TikTok provided for an Ofcom report released on Thursday, which analyzed the efforts of video-sharing platforms to shield children from harmful content. TikTok has attributed the error to a technical glitch and has proactively notified Ofcom, which led to the investigation. The focus of the inquiry is on the veracity of the data supplied by TikTok, rather than the effectiveness of…
Google has introduced a diagnostic tool for Pixel phone users, enabling them to assess their device’s functionality. By dialing ##7287## on their phone’s keypad, users can access this application to evaluate the performance of their Pixel phone, ensuring it operates correctly, especially following repairs. The app offers a variety of diagnostic tools for Pixel phone users. They have the option to conduct a comprehensive diagnostic check, which scans the entire device for any issues. Additionally, there are specific tests available to identify physical defects and problems related to the phone’s display, sensors, and connectivity features. This new tool is accessible…
In yet another reorganisation of its services, Google is discontinuing a beloved app that’s been widely used by thousands of movie fans. Over the next few weeks, the tech giant will gradually phase out the Google Play Movies & TV app. This service has already vanished from smart TVs and will soon be permanently removed. Starting from January 17, access to your purchased or rented films through Play Movies & TV will no longer be available. But fear not! Your bought films and TV shows will transition over to Android TV and YouTube. Google has been gradually winding down the…
Hey hey! I’ve got some awesome news for you! Remember that hectic situation when you were frantically scrolling through loads of WhatsApp messages just to find that important address your friend shared? I feel you! But guess what? WhatsApp has come to the rescue! They’ve introduced this amazing feature where you can now stick a virtual pin to those crucial messages. No more endless scrolling marathons! You can pin messages to the top of both individual and group chats, saving you from the hassle of searching for ages. Plus, these pins can stay up there for a solid 30 days!…
Spotify’s iOS app hinted at the potential return of in-app payments, yet the company has clarified that there are no intentions to reinstate this feature. Farshad Shadloo, Spotify’s global head of corporate and policy communications, told The Verge, “We have no plans to switch IAP [in-app payments] on at the moment.” The music streaming giant had removed this capability back in 2016 to sidestep Apple’s substantial up to 30 percent commission on digital in-app purchases. Earlier this year, Spotify also migrated its previous subscribers away from this payment method.
Gmail, the popular email client, has been a hotbed of updates and changes, sparking discussions among its user base. Recently, the Gmail app for Android underwent a series of transformations, introducing notable features and stirring conversations about its iconic red notification icon. In the realm of visual alterations, Gmail made waves with the introduction of a redesigned app specifically tailored for Android tablets. The focus was on optimizing the utilization of onscreen space. This overhaul included relocating the bottom bar to the left side of the screen, housing both the hamburger menu and the compose button. The move aimed to…
Friday afternoon brought news of Beeper Mini on Android suddenly ceasing operations, followed by Apple’s confirmation today. The tech giant mentioned, ‘We took steps to safeguard our users by blocking methods that exploit false credentials to access iMessage According to Apple’s statement to 9to5Mac, Beeper Mini’s tactics posed significant risks to user security and privacy. Beeper, previously known as ‘Beeper Cloud,’ initially routed iMessage through a Mac. However, the recent introduction of Beeper Mini, a new Android app that directly leverages iMessage, garnered attention. It connects straight to Apple’s service, skipping the step of logging into your Apple ID via…
Beeper Mini debuted on Tuesday, promising to bring secure iMessage functionality to Android, and initially, it performed exceptionally well. However, in less than a week, the app appears to have encountered issues. Recently, iMessage apps for Android have grown more common, often with questionable security arrangements. Beeper Mini took a unique and innovative route by entirely reverse engineering iMessage, enabling users to directly sign into their Apple ID and link their Android phone number. Remarkably, the company even devised a method to solely link a phone number, bypassing the requirement for an Apple ID. The functionality was highly effective. The…
It looks like Threads is gearing up to launch in the European Union next week, specifically on December 14. Instagram subtly hinted at this through a countdown timer on the Threads website visible only to EU users and a new “ticket” feature in the Instagram app, suggesting the imminent arrival of Threads. Although Instagram hasn’t made an official announcement yet, these teasers strongly indicate the December 14 launch date. Additionally, EU users can find an invitation to use Threads by searching for the word “ticket” in the “Search” tab on Instagram, providing personalized information, including a QR code, about when…