Google has cited a number of reports to support its assertion that Android phones are more secure than iPhones against spam calls and messages. According to a study the company commissioned, which compared 33 security features across three Android smartphones and Apple’s most recent iPhone model, Android-powered devices offer a higher level of protection than…
By limiting the number of messages that businesses and individual users can send to strangers without receiving a response, WhatsApp is trying to address its spam issue. With groups, communities, and business messaging, the app has grown more sophisticated over time, but it began as a simple means to send messages to personal connections. People…
In today’s digital-first world, accessibility is no longer a “nice-to-have”, it is a necessity. With billions of people interacting with digital products every day, the spectrum of human diversity is broader than ever. Users come with different abilities, limitations, cultures, languages, and environments. Some may have permanent disabilities, others face temporary constraints, and many experience…
The magic of Facebook has always been in connecting with others. That’s why we’re launching features that make it even easier to connect with friends over the content you care about. We’ve upgraded our recommendations engine, so you’ll get to see more of the content you’re interested in, and we’re rolling out several features that…
On Tuesday, Google revealed a new feature in AI Mode that enhances the current text-based experience by adding visual exploring capabilities. According to the internet giant located in Mountain View, this capability will allow users to search for and locate certain items that they are unable to articulate verbally through visual results in AI Mode….
The launch of Samsung Electronics’ AI-powered tablets was announced today. The Galaxy Tab A11 and the Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra. The tablets have incredibly thin frames that are driven by AI to increase efficiency. A daring new design with unprecedented power With the most potent processor and brightest display Samsung has ever produced, the S11…
The creator-focused feature that YouTube has been testing for the past two years is finally being released. Known as multi-language audio, it is basically a dubbing tool that enables video producers to post their work in several languages without having to create multiple channels or upload it more than once. The capability is now being…
Today, we’re excited to announce we’re bringing Instagram to iPad. People have asked for this for a while, and we’ve taken the time to design an experience that optimizes your favorite parts of Instagram for a bigger screen. Sit back, relax, and watch Reels Instagram has always been the place where people connect over creativity,…
Two new important features are being added to Google Translate as part of an artificial intelligence (AI) update. Up until now, users of the Mountain View-based tech giant’s translation software have been able to copy and paste text and receive real-time translation in a wide range of languages. The internet giant is now utilizing its…
On Wednesday, WhatsApp revealed a new feature that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to rewrite messages for improved clarity and tone. Users can compose a simple sentence and the AI-powered writing assistance will offer suggestions for enhancement, such as alternative tones and styles, according to the Meta-owned instant messaging app. According to WhatsApp, its new Writing…
Google Docs is launching a new artificial intelligence (AI) tool that lets users listen to a document rather than read it. The Mountain View-based tech giant has now begun distributing the audio capability to users on the subscription tier of Workspace and Gemini customers, after first announcing it at the Google Cloud Next 2025 event…
A new feature for its spreadsheet program, Copilot(), is now being tested by Microsoft Excel. With the help of Excel’s new Copilot function, users will be able to summarize data in a spreadsheet into paragraphs and sentences, regardless of whether it pertains to a particular column, row, or the entire table. Both Windows and Mac…
Samsung Electronics has announced the launch of its groundbreaking Samsung Vision AI TV, marking a bold new chapter in the company’s history of innovation and leadership in the television industry. For 19 consecutive years, Samsung has held the position of the world’s No. 1 TV brand, a testament to its unwavering commitment to quality, design,…
Truecaller, the leading global platform for verifying contacts and blocking unwanted communications, reached a significant milestone in August as the number of monthly active users (including both Android and iOS) crossed 100 million in the MEA-region, representing a 19% growth y-o-y. “With the Middle East and Africa experiencing significant growth in smartphone adoption and mobile…
X, formerly known as Twitter, intends to display advertisements on its artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot Grok. The company, which is helmed by Elon Musk, wants to boost its advertising revenue, which reportedly fell precipitously when the billionaire made the social media platform private. Musk also disclosed that X will enhance targeted advertising by utilizing the…
Three new features are being added to Instagram, a platform for sharing photos and videos. According to the firm, its new Instagram map feature was inspired by rival Snapchat’s Snap Map function and is intended to display users’ friends’ locations on a map. Similar to TikTok, Instagram will also let users repost reels and posts…
WhatsApp said on Tuesday that it is launching a new tool to avoid scams. This function, called Safety Overview, activates when you are added to a WhatsApp group by someone who is not one of your contacts. Important details about the group will be available on the Meta-owned messaging app, along with advice on how…
On Tuesday, Google gave its Gemini chatbot a new quality-of-life feature. Using language prompts, supplied photographs, or documents, the AI chatbot can now create personalized illustrated storybooks. Users can also tell Gemini to use particular names for characters, locales, or even plot points, as well as choose the style of the storybook’s artwork. The tool…
LG Electronics has turned up the volume in more ways than one. In a show of true creative synergy, LG unveiled its brand-new line of Bluetooth speakers — the “xboom by will.i.am.” This launch isn’t just about new gadgets. It’s the beginning of a bold chapter for LG’s audio brand, powered by the mind of…
Today, WhatsApp announced significant advancements in its ongoing fight against sophisticated messaging scams, including taking down millions of accounts linked to criminal scam centers and the rollout of new in-app safety features designed to protect users globally. These efforts underscore WhatsApp’s commitment to user security amidst a landscape of increasingly complex fraudulent schemes. In the…
Google stated earlier this month that the Android Developer Previews would be replaced by the Android Canary release channel. Only the second update, known as Android Canary 2507, is currently being released through the release channel. The tech giant claims that developers who wish to test the new Android APIs are the target audience. The…
On Tuesday, Microsoft revealed two new Copilot Vision enhancements that are intended to improve its usefulness. In order to help customers with a variety of activities, the Redmond-based tech giant is launching a new Desktop Share feature that will enable the artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot to analyze the user’s whole desktop and all of the…
On Thursday, Meta revealed that the Imagine Me feature would be available in India. Up until now, the artificial intelligence (AI) capability has only been accessible in the United States and a few other nations. However, when it spreads throughout the nation, Indian users will be able to create AI portraits of themselves in various…
…The most advanced Galaxy Z series yet, seamlessly blending precision engineering and powerful intelligence to elevate everyday interactions – all in its thinnest and lightest design to date. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. has announced Galaxy Z Fold7, a device that brings together the best of Galaxy design, camera functionality and AI innovation in the thinnest and…
According to reports, X (previously known as Twitter) intends to compose Community Notes on the platform using artificial intelligence (AI). According to the report, the business has requested that engineers create unique AI agents that can independently confirm the legitimacy of messages and offer unbiased commentary on them. Up until now, the social media platform’s…
In a significant step to turn WhatsApp into a platform that generates income for content producers in Nigeria and other nations, Meta has unveiled three potent new features that will drastically alter the user experience, particularly for channel followers, businesses, and content providers. The most recent changes focus on WhatsApp’s “Updates” tab and offer ways…
In today’s digital world, teens are using social media to connect with their friends, learn, and explore their interests. Instagram has developed a variety of tools to give parents peace of mind, support safer interactions, and empower teens to make thoughtful decisions online. Whether you’re new to the platform or want to stay informed, here…
Today we’re introducing some new features for our Updates tab, which is home to both Channels and Status. We’ve worked over the last two years to make this tab the place for you to discover something new on WhatsApp and it’s now used by 1.5 billion people a day. We’re encouraged by the enthusiasm and…
WhatsApp has announced that it would now display advertisements from companies. According to reports, the Meta-owned instant messaging service has been considering adding ads to its app since 2018. WhatsApp claims to utilize “limited info” to customize adverts, including language, country, and channels followed. In addition, channel subscriptions have been made available, allowing users to…
In a significant step towards enhancing online safety for teenagers, Meta is proud to announce the launch of Teen Accounts on Instagram in Nigeria. This initiative is part of Meta’s broader commitment to ensuring safe, private, and positive online experiences for teens across Africa. As more Nigerian teens join Instagram, it is crucial to prioritise…