Web apps work well not only on mobile phones, but they have also turned out to be a great alternative to native desktop apps. And to bridge the gap even more between web apps and native desktop apps, Microsoft has announced the Window Controls Overlay feature, allowing developers to create their own title bars instead of forcing them to go with the default ones. Web apps and … [Read more...] about Window Controls Overlay feature can now make web apps look and feel more like native desktop apps
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Instagram starts testing a new feature that lets you leave a note for your followers
Instagram has been hard at work testing a host of new features this month. In the last few weeks alone, the image-sharing platform has introduced the ability to share YouTube Music to Instagram Stories and tested a new monetization tool for creators, a repost feature, and an updated UI with no Shop tab. In addition, the platform is working on a ‘Nudity protection’ feature that … [Read more...] about Instagram starts testing a new feature that lets you leave a note for your followers
WiZ SpaceSense feature uses Wi-Fi signals to detect motion for light automation
Signify - the company behind Philips Hue smart lighting - has announced a new app, features and products for its other smart lighting brand, WiZ. The WiZ app V2 will launch at the end of September 2022 and it will bring with it a feature called SpaceSense that is based on Wi-Fi sensing technology. SpaceSense uses Wi-Fi signals in a room to detect motion without products … [Read more...] about WiZ SpaceSense feature uses Wi-Fi signals to detect motion for light automation
Microsoft Edge is getting “Wallet” feature on Windows 11 & Windows 10
Microsoft Edge’s upcoming feature ‘Wallet’ could be a very convenient way to securely manage your physical cards online and automatically discover related offers. When you’re making a payment using Microsoft Edge and come across the field for entering the credit card number or its credentials like the CVV, Microsoft will ask if you want to use a saved card instead. This has … [Read more...] about Microsoft Edge is getting “Wallet” feature on Windows 11 & Windows 10
Windows 11 22H2 big feature update is now being readied for an imminent release
Windows 11’s first big update since its launch in October is now being readied for imminent rollout, which is expected to begin in two weeks, according to sources familiar with the company’s plan. Microsoft has reportedly christened the upgrade as the “Windows 11 2022 Update”, but the name is subject to change. Windows 11 Build 22621.382 – which was deployed to testers weeks … [Read more...] about Windows 11 22H2 big feature update is now being readied for an imminent release
Windows 11 Task Manager’s upcoming new feature could make troubleshooting easier
Windows 11 version 22H2, this year’s first major update, will begin rolling out in a few weeks. Users that have signed up for the Windows Insider Program are already getting a taste of the new features, such as the updated taskbar with drag and drop, faster context menus, and a new Task Manager. One of the noticeable changes in Windows 11 version 22H2 is the new Task … [Read more...] about Windows 11 Task Manager’s upcoming new feature could make troubleshooting easier
Snapchat introduces new creative feature Dual Camera: Here’s how to use it
Snapchat has introduced a new feature aptly called Dual Camera. The feature has been seen on various Android devices before but Snapchat is introducing some quirky elements to make it a better fit on their platform. The Snapchat camera is one of the most used camera module and within the module, Snap is introducing a new Dual Camera feature to capture multiple perspectives at … [Read more...] about Snapchat introduces new creative feature Dual Camera: Here’s how to use it
Looks like the Hide My Email in apps feature won’t be ready in time for iOS 16 launch
Apple’s removed mentions of the new Hide My Email in apps feature, suggesting it may not be ready for prime time when iOS 16 launches this fall. Setting up Hide My Email on the iCloud.com website What’s happening? Apple has removed the “Hide My Email in apps” feature from its macOS Preview webpage, indicating this enhanced email privacy protection may not be ready in time … [Read more...] about Looks like the Hide My Email in apps feature won’t be ready in time for iOS 16 launch
Apple Removes Network Locations Feature in macOS Ventura
In addition to redesigning the System Settings app on macOS Ventura, Apple has removed the app's longstanding Network Locations feature, as noted by Jason Snell at Six Colors. The feature allowed users to quickly switch between different sets of Wi-Fi, Ethernet, and other network settings depending on their location, such as home or work. Given that macOS Ventura is … [Read more...] about Apple Removes Network Locations Feature in macOS Ventura
Google Maps share location feature will now notify you when your friends arrive
It's a season of updates for Google Maps, with plenty of new features coming to the service including the swanky new 3D Immersive View that lets you check out detailed fly-bys of famous landmarks. One of the welcome additions, though, is far more focussed on functionality and could be a boon to those concerned about their safety while navigating around unfamiliar (or … [Read more...] about Google Maps share location feature will now notify you when your friends arrive