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You Can Now Edit DMs on X (Twitter); Here’s How to Do It
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X (Twitter) has introduced an edit feature for DMs on its iOS app, allowing users to edit a message up to five times. Edited messages will display an "Edited" label. This feature is available to all users but X will still retain original message data for security.
How to Scan QR Codes on Snapchat
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In this guide, we have explained how to scan QR codes, or "Snapcodes," on Snapchat. You can scan QR codes using the Snap camera tab, which will open the linked content. Snapchat also allows scanning Snapcodes from your phone's gallery, found in the "Add friend" section which previously used to be available from Settings.
HBO Max Student Discount: How to Get 50% Off on the Subscription?
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Max, previously called HBO Max, is currently providing 50% off in partnership with UNiDAYS, an app that gives deals and discounts on top brands to students. This brings the price down to $5 for the ad-supported version which usually goes for $10 whereas the ad-free plan goes for a whopping $17. The plan is limited to US College students only.
How to Turn On Dark Mode on Twitter/X
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In this guide, we have highlighted four ways that you can use to turn on dark mode for the X app and website. The first one is enabling dark mode on your mobile app, either that or you can enable default device theme and switch between theme by turning on or off dark mode from your smartphone. The other method is via the X website and if that doesn't work then you can resort to the Chrome flags route.
All New WhatsApp Features Added in August 2024
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In this list, we dig into all the new features that are introduced on WhatsApp in the month of August. While there aren't any significant changes to the stable build of the app, there are some interesting new additions teased in the beta build of the app to look forward to. Like the Meta Voice chat, video call filters and effects along with PIN verification for unknown contacts and more.
How to Control Apple TV with iPhone
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This guide explains how to use an iPhone as an Apple TV remote. To do this, you first add the Apple TV Remote to your iPhone's Control Center. Then, connect and set up your Apple TV with your iPhone. Once set up, you can navigate your Apple TV using your iPhone, which mimics the controls of the Siri remote.
Best HBO Max Deals for September 2024
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We have listed down the best offers, discounts and bundles for the Max (formerly HBO Max) subscription. The top deals include a Disney+, Hulu, and HBO Max bundle, free HBO Max with select AT&T plans, a Cricket Wireless plan with free HBO Max, DashPass membership, an annual Max subscription a 50% off student discount.
Galaxy Buds 3 Pro vs AirPods Pro 2 : Which Is Better?
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The Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro and Apple AirPods Pro 2nd Gen have similar features but differ in design and sound quality. The Buds 3 Pro has a more angular design and superior sound quality due to its high-quality audio codec, while the AirPods Pro 2nd Gen has a more comfortable fit and better spatial audio. Both have excellent noise cancellation and transparency modes, with the Buds 3 Pro having a longer battery life.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro Review: If Looks Could Kill
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The Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro boast an overhauled design, improved mic pickup, and high-quality sound. They support SBC, AAC, Samsung Scalable, and Samsung Seamless codecs for high-res audio streaming. The Adaptive Noise Cancellation is impressive, while the Ambient mode can be unreliable. The Live Interpreter AI feature is a hit-or-miss. Battery life lasts for more than 6 hours with ANC turned on.
How to Buy and Listen to Audiobooks on Spotify
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Spotify added a large selection of audiobooks to its platform just couple of years ago. To listen to them, you need to search for the audiobook on the app or go to the Audiobook section on the app to play it. Users with Premium subscription get access to over 250,000 audiobooks from the subscribers catalog and get 15 hours of free listening time each month.
How to Get Peacock for Free
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In this read, we have listed down a list of options that can help you grab the Peacock Premium membership for free or at a heavily discounted price given peacock does not offer a free trial anymore. You can use services like Instacart, Xfinity, Xumo TV, or get Comcast's Stream Saver bundle or student discount if you are eligible for it.
JioTV OS Announced with 4K Video Support, AI Voice Assistant
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JioTV OS and Jio TV+ have just been announced and they are bringing some big improvements. JioTV OS, a homegrown operating system, offers Ultra HD 4K video playback, personalized experiences, and AI-powered voice assistant. Jio TV+ integrates Live TV and OTT apps, introducing a recommendation engine, catch-up feature, and play-pause for Live TV.
All Black Ops 6 Mastery Camos and How to Unlock Them
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The upcoming Black Ops 6 offers 12 mastery camos, divided into three categories: Multiplayer, Zombies, and Warzone. Each category has four camos. For Multiplayer, players can unlock Gold, Diamond, Dark Spine, and Dark Matter. Zombies mode offers Mystic Gold, Opal, Afterlife, and Nebula. Warzone includes Gold Tiger, King's Ransom, Catalyst, and Abyss.
How to Preload Call Of Duty Black Ops 6 Beta on PC, PS5/PS4, and Xbox
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Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 early access beta for will be available for preloading on all platforms soon. In this guide, we have provided platform specific steps to install and preload the game on your machine. The download size of the game will vary depending on whether you have the latest Season 5.5 of Warzone already installed or not.
Gemini Will Soon Integrate with WhatsApp and Messages
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Google is adding WhatsApp, Messages, and Android notifications extensions to Gemini, as discovered in the latest APK teardown. These features allow sending/reading messages, placing calls, and probably let you summarize notifications. However, they are not currently active. These new additions can make Gemini functionally more useful than it is in its current state.
What Does WYLL Mean on Snapchat, TikTok and Text
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"WYLL" is an abbreviation used in online chats, which stands for "What You Look Like?". It's a request for a photo or Snap to reveal the other person's physical appearance. It can also refer to personality or nature. You can respond to it with your photo if you feel comfortable sharing your true identity with the person.
How to Download Instagram Videos (4 Methods)
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In this guide, we have outlined five different methods that can help you download Reel videos from Instagram in no time. We take you through the official option that is available for Android and iOS, screen recording, using third party apps and online tools. Each method should work flawlessly for you without any hiccups on the way.
In this guide, we have discussed the new "Back up or copy data" option in the Pixel 9 devices which for the first time let you transfer files and copy data from an old phone after you have set up the device. We take a good look inside what the feature has to offer and talk about what other new additions it includes.
WhatsApp Wants to Be Snapchat So Bad That It’s Adding AR Filters
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WhatsApp has introduced AR video effects and custom backgrounds for video calls on its latest Beta version 24.17.10.74 for iOS. These features, previously available only on Android, include filters, background blurring or replacement, low light improvement, and a Touch Up mode for enhancing skin tones. As of now, they are available to limited Beta testers and are expected to roll out to all users later.
Real-world Pixel 9a Photos Leak Online Sans Camera Bar
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Pixel 9a leaks have just surfaced online. and in this story, we discuss what Google's next budget smartphone will look like. It omits the camera island for a more simpler design and is expected to launch at the end of the year in four color variants.
Arc Search Browser Is Coming to Android Very Soon
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The official Arc Internet account just shared a teaser of an Android version of the infamous Arc browser which was exclusively available for iOS and on Windows till now. There is no confirmed time frame as to when the browser will come out but given that it looks pretty much complete, it is likely that it will come out anytime soon.
Google Pixel 9’s AI Features, Ranked from Worst to Best
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In this article, we are discussing all the new AI features that are introduced with the Pixel 9 and the Pixel 9 Pro devices and rank them based on how useful they are. Features like Add me, Auto Frame and Reimagine can be fun to try out every now and then but the rest like Pixel Studio, Video Boost and Zoom Enhance need more work before they become viable for frequent use.
How Many Android Updates Will the Pixel 9 Series Get?
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The Pixel 9 series is expected to receive up to seven years of updates. However, the recent release of the Pixel 9 with a year-old Android version has sparked debate about its update schedule. The devices should get Android 21, but whether they'll receive Android 22 depends on Google's release schedule.
How to Add Music to Your Instagram Profile
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Instagram is introducing the ability to set up your favorite musical preferences right on your Instagram profile. This way, you can show off whichever song you love or in the mood for. The process to add a song is also pretty straightforward as you can do it by simply heading into the Edit Profile option.
How to Send Lightning Snaps on Snapchat
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Lightning Snaps is a new feature on Snapchat which lets you set the Snap preview duration to less than one second on the app. This duration can be set via the edit screen after you have clicked a Snap by tapping on the stopwatch icon and swiping up. However, the option is limited to Snapchat+ users only.
WhatsApp Is Getting Colorful Chat Themes; Here’s How It Will Work
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WhatsApp is testing a new chat themes feature for the latest beta for WhatsApp available via test flight. As the name suggest, it will let you pick and choose different colored themes for every chat in the app. This adds a unique look to your chats and any theme you apply won't alert the other user. It is still a beta feature and will take a while to come out.
OnePlus Buds Pro 3 Review: Nothing Comes Close
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OnePlus Buds Pro 3 is the successor to the widely popular OnePlus Buds Pro 2 and brings a lot of changes over the past generation with a more balanced sound output, Dynaudio tuning, long lasting battery life and a complete design overhaul. Like always, I went in depth to discuss each and every single major aspect of these buds and discussed them in this review.
How to Get Notifications When Someone Views Your Snapchat Story
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In this guide, we have gone over the Story view notifications feature on Snapchat and how it works. The feature lets you know when a selected friend or views your shared story on the app by sending you a notifications. You can also choose to hide their names in notifications to keep things mysterious. However, do note that this feature is exclusively available for Snapchat Plus users.
WhatsApp Tests Giving Its Username Feature a Big Security Boost
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The latest WhatsApp Beta for Android reveals a new option to require the need of a PIN to chat with users for the first time. This requirement will help put a stop to spam and promotional messages from businesses who can currently send you texts just by having your contact details without any further verification.
How to See Who Screenshotted Your Snapchat Story
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In this guide, we have discussed how you can check who has taken a screenshot of your story on Snapchat using the screenshot indicator that appears when anyone clicks screenshot of your story. Just open the story from your profile page, swipe up on it, and the person who's name appears next to the indicator is the one who took the screenshot.
How to Restore Your Snapchat Streak
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Lost a long ongoing Snapstreak with your no.1 best friend on the app? In this guide we have discussed how you can get it back by using the Restore option that appears on the chat when you recently lose a streak. Otherwise, you can also reach out to Snapchat's support staff and they can help you recover it back. Just make sure to be quick, because if it is a day's old lost streak then there is nothing that can be done.
How to Make Snapchat Public Profile
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In this guide, we have discussed how to start creating a Public profile on Snapchat which is visible to people who are not following you or not friends with you on the app. The option to create a Public Profile is available right from your Snapchat profile page and you can add stories to your Public account to show others a glimpse of what kind of content you create.
How to Change Your Facebook Name
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In this post, we have outlined three methods to help you change your Facebook profile name. We have included methods for Android, iOS and the web version of the platform and also outlined, how Facebook's policies for profile names on the app.
How to Turn Off Snapchat Story Notifications
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In this guide, I have outlined three different ways to help you mute or stop Snapchat story notifications from your friends. You can either go scorched earth and disable all notifications from Settings, or block story alerts from an individual friend. Another way to do it is by going to Android App Info page and disabling notifications from there.
Android 15 No-Show Signals Google’s Shifting Focus Towards AI
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In the recent, Made By Google event, the company released the Pixel 9 series but typically they also talk about the new version of Android however this time, all the centre stage was taken by AI. Even the new phones came out running an year old version of Android which begs the question, why the company is moving in this directions and what it holds for the future of Android.
Pixel 8 and 7 Series Get Price Cuts in India After Pixel 9 Launch
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Google has launched its Pixel 9 series, resulting in price reductions of up to Rs 7,000 for the Pixel 8, 8 Pro, 8a and 7a models. The upcoming Big Billion Day sale is expected to offer further price cuts. The Pixel 8 series still remains an attractive option given it has 7 years of updates still in the bag.
Here’s How Much Google Pixel 9 Series Costs in India
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The Google Pixel 9 Series has been launched, including the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, and Pixel 9 Pro Fold, all of which will be available in India. The new lineup features an all-flat design and is powered by the Tensor G4 CPU. Pricing varies based on RAM and storage configurations, and the devices will be available on Flipkart and offline stores through Croma and Reliance Digital.
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 Launched: Price, Specs and More
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The new Pixel Buds Pro 2 have been launched by Google, featuring upgraded internals, better noise cancellation, improved battery life, and advanced AI capabilities. The earbuds come with a custom-designed 11mm dynamic driver, Google's Tensor A1 chip, and three microphones for Clear Calling and Silent Seal 2.0. They offer 8 hours of battery life with ANC and 30 hours with the case. Priced at $229, they are available in four colors on the Google Store or Flipkart in India.
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Pixel Fold: What’s New
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In this read, we are comparing the new Pixel 9 Pro Fold with the Google's original foldable, the Pixel Fold that came out last year. We discuss the difference in design, display, performance, cameras and battery life and go over which areas Google has made an improvement this time around.
Pixel 9 Pro vs Pixel 9 Pro XL: What’s Different?
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In this article, we have compared the Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro XL, both part of Google's Pixel 9 series. They share a similar design with a glossy aluminum frame and frosted glass finish. The main differences lie in the display and battery size, with the XL model having a larger 6.8-inch QHD+ screen and a bigger 5,060 mAh battery. Both phones feature the new Tensor G4 processor, upgraded cameras, and 5G connectivity. The XL model supports 45-watt quick charging, compared to the 30-watt charging of the Pro.
Google Pixel 9 Series Goes Official with Tensor G4, New AI Features
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Google has launched the Pixel 9 series, offering four new devices with AI features. The lineup includes the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, and the Pixel 9 Pro Fold. The series boasts improved displays, cameras, and batteries. All models feature Google's new Tensor G4 processor and offer 120 Hz refresh rate, HDR 10+ support, and 27-watt wireless charging. The Pixel 9 starts at $599, the Pixel 9 Pro and 9 Pro XL at $899 and $1,099 respectively, and the Pixel 9 Pro Fold at $1,799.
HyperOS 2.0: Potential Features, Release Date & More
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In this list, we have discussed desired features for Hyper OS 2.0, the next version of Xiaomi's Android skin. The wishlist include icon theming, updated stock app icons, Material You theming, a revamped interface, the option to switch between merged and separate control centers, detailed battery stats, status bar customization, and lockscreen widgets. The release is expected around October 2024.