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Instagram allows sharing posts and Reels with 'close friends': Details

Initially available for Instagram Stories, 'Close Friends' feature expands to feed posts and Reels.

WhatsApp backup on Android to count towards Google Account storage

WhatsApp backup experience on Android will be in line with how it works on other platforms, says Google

Nothing brings iMessage to its Android flagship with Chats app: Details

Nothing Chats will start rolling out iMessage for Nothing Phone (2) users from November 17 in the US, the UK, and the EU via Play Store

Samsung to launch Galaxy Fit 3 band in India by the end of 2023: Report

BIS listing for the device does not reveal any details regarding the specifications, but it does indicate a potential launch of the Galaxy Fit 3 in India

Meta-owned WhatsApp rolls-out voice-chat feature for large groups: Details

Similar features are available over other social media and messaging platforms, including Discord, Telegram, and Slack

Threads let users delete profile without wiping out linked Instagram

Users have the option to either deactivate their profile temporarily or delete permanently

Musk says new algorithm for X will make smaller creators more visible

"This will help surface smaller accounts and posts outside of your friend-follows network", Musk said in his post on X (formerly Twitter)

Apple to launch a bigger iPad Air with Pro backplane in early 2024: Report

Apple is expected to refresh the entire iPad lineup throughout next year along with new AirPods

Instagram testing personalised options for responding to Notes: Details

The feature will let users react to Notes using audios, photos and more apart from text responses

Threads rolls-out option to disable suggestions on other platforms: Report

The feature was intended to drive engagement on Threads but has faced criticism from users as Threads posts kept popping up on other users' Instagram and Facebook feeds

Apple halts iOS 18 development while working on gen-AI for iPhones: Report

The delay is not expected to postpone the release but might give Apple less time for last-minute glitches

Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 video game set to roll out globally on Nov 10

COD's Modern Warfare 3 would feature an open-world server called Operation Deadbolt, alongside 16 different multiplayer maps

Apple iPhone SE 4 to feature iPhone 14-like design and Face ID: Know more

The notable changes on the next-generation entry-level iPhone is likely to be with regard to display and design. On the camera front, it is expected to feature a lone 48MP sensor on the rear

Apple iOS 17.2 beta enables spatial videos on iPhone 15 Pro models: Report

Spatial videos recorded on the iPhone 15 Pro models appears like a normal video in the Photos app with 'Spatial' label

OnePlus 12 to feature Sony LYT-808 imaging sensor, Qualcomm SD 8 Gen 3 chip

The Sony LYT-808 sensor on the OnePlus 12 is expected to be a variation of LYT-T808 sensor, which was featured on the OnePlus Open foldable

WhatsApp adds option to hide IP address during voice calls: Details here

WhatsApp said it is adding an extra layer of security to establish a more secure and private connection for voice calls

Samsung to debut Galaxy AI mobile experience early next year: Details here

Samsung said the Galaxy AI is a comprehensive mobile AI experience, powered by both on-device AI developed at Samsung and cloud-based AI enabled by its collaborations with tech leaders

Samsung to debut Apple Vision Pro headset's competitor in late 2024: Report

Samsung is reportedly working on a mixed-reality headset, which is expected to debut with its 2024 foldable devices in July or August

JioPhone Prima 4G with YouTube, WhatsApp, more apps goes on sale at Rs 2599

Tough a feature phone, the JioPhone Prima is touted by the company as a 4G keypad smartphone since it comes with several apps built-in such as YouTube, WhatsApp, and Google Assistant

Rockstar Games to announce Grand Theft Auto 6 video game this week: Report

The next GTA franchise instalment is expected to release early next month on Rockstar Games' 25th anniversary