In August last year, WhatsApp rolled out a new “View Once” feature that allowed users to share disappearing media on the platform. But it did not offer screenshot blocking at launch, which meant that recipients had the option to save the disappearing media on their phones by taking a quick screenshot. This rendered the feature useless. WhatsApp is now finally working on … [Read more...] about WhatsApp’s “View Once” feature will start blocking screenshots soon
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WhatsApp’s “View Once” feature will start blocking screenshots soon
In August last year, WhatsApp rolled out a new “View Once” feature that allowed users to share disappearing media on the platform. But it did not offer screenshot blocking at launch, which meant that recipients had the option to save the disappearing media on their phones by taking a quick screenshot. This rendered the feature useless. WhatsApp is now finally working on … [Read more...] about WhatsApp’s “View Once” feature will start blocking screenshots soon
WhatsApp is working on a ‘login approval’ feature to keep the hackers at bay
WhatsApp is working on a new security feature that will make it even more difficult for users to hack into someone’s account. This feature is called login approval, reported WABetaInfo. The report added that this feature will notify users if an unknown device tries to log into their account, just like for Gmail, Facebook, and Instagram. This will protect users from hacking … [Read more...] about WhatsApp is working on a ‘login approval’ feature to keep the hackers at bay
YouTube is testing pinch-to-zoom feature on Premium subscribers
Different devices already have their own ways to allow zooming on YouTube content. On the desktop, you have the option to use the “Ctrl” and mouse scroll combo to do it. On a mobile Android or iOS device, on the other hand, there are accessibility features to activate. Now, YouTube is trying to make that capability a native feature on its platform using the new pinch-to-zoom … [Read more...] about YouTube is testing pinch-to-zoom feature on Premium subscribers
Google Pixel Fold may feature selfie camera at the most unusual location
Google earlier confirmed its first smartwatch, the Pixel Watch. It put an end to speculation around it, but there was another that is still floating around. Google is reportedly working on its first foldable Pixel phone. It has been more than two years since the first rumour around it emerged, followed by subsequent ones revealing the details. The latest leak on the foldable … [Read more...] about Google Pixel Fold may feature selfie camera at the most unusual location
YouTube debuts Premium experimental feature only available until September 1
YouTube has been around for a long time. But, even after billions of views, the platform continues to evolve. There are more tools than ever for creators, and the watching experience has also received numerous enhancements. Today, YouTube is offering its Premium subscribers a new feature, but it will only be around for a limited time. YouTube’s new pinch to zoom feature will … [Read more...] about YouTube debuts Premium experimental feature only available until September 1
Microsoft begins preparing Windows 10 22H2 feature update for public rollout
Windows 10 version 22H2 has been unofficially confirmed by Microsoft. This could be the next feature update for the operating system and it will begin rolling out to consumers in a couple of months, according to references spotted in the latest optional update (KB5015684) released for the OS. As we reported earlier this year, the fuss has been around Windows 11 and rumours … [Read more...] about Microsoft begins preparing Windows 10 22H2 feature update for public rollout
The OnePlus 10T won’t feature an alert slider or Hasselblad-branded cameras
OnePlus is gearing up to launch a new flagship smartphone early next month. The company recently announced that the upcoming OnePlus 10T will be unveiled at an event in New York City on August 3. In addition, it confirmed that the device would pack Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 flagship chipset. While we expect to learn all about the OnePlus 10T at the upcoming … [Read more...] about The OnePlus 10T won’t feature an alert slider or Hasselblad-branded cameras
Google quietly disabled a key Pixel camera feature
Robert Triggs / Android AuthorityTL;DR Google quietly disabled the Frequent Faces camera feature on Pixel phones back in May. A statement on its forum suggests a “fix” is coming for an unspecified issue. Google’s Pixel phones have offered a “Frequent Faces” feature for several generations, identifying faces of people you often shoot in photos and recommending better … [Read more...] about Google quietly disabled a key Pixel camera feature
Samsung Galaxy S23 to feature new-gen 200 MP camera
Samsung has been running a tight ship with their flagship devices, with Galaxy S22 Ultra breaking previous sales records. The brand has begun teasing the Galaxy S23 series camera configuration recently. In terms of competition, Motorola Frontier will include a 200MP camera sensor, according to sources. Motorola may be the first smartphone maker to put a 200MP camera … [Read more...] about Samsung Galaxy S23 to feature new-gen 200 MP camera