Amp, an Amazon app with Clubhouse-like features, has just been released. The software is similar to an audio player, but it will include additional capabilities such as the ability to host live radio shows. Show hosts can select tracks from Universal Music Group, Sony Music Entertainment, Warner Music Group, and a slew of independent music labels, including Beggars Group, Believe, CD Baby, and others. Talking about the new app, John Ciancutti, vice president of Amp, said, “Radio has always been about music and culture. But imagine if you were inventing…
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Government’s WhatsApp chatbot to become a one-stop-destination to access official documents
The government’s WhatsApp chatbot, which was launched last year to schedule vaccination appointments and get inoculation certificates, will now serve as a one-stop destination for a range of official documents. Citizens will be able to download their driver’s licence, income tax certificate, or PAN card instantly via WhatsApp. According to officials, the pilot project has already been put out for testing. The WhatsApp chatbot interface will provide access to documents stored on a citizen’s DigiLocker. The name of the MyGov Corona Helpdesk has been changed to MyGov Helpdesk to reflect…
Read MoreWhatsApp is working on group polls feature
WhatsApp is said to be working on a number of new features, including message reactions and a new community page. According to WaBetaInfo, the messaging platform is considering introducing a group polling tool for its customers. In India, WhatsApp is widely utilised, therefore this would be a beneficial addition. Platforms such as Telegram and Twitter already allow users to create polls that allow them to vote on a specific issue and see the results immediately. According to the referenced source, WhatsApp will allow users to create polls by typing in…
Read MoreWhatsApp working on community tab, voice recording features as spotted in the latest beta
WhatsApp continues to improve the user experience on its platform by adding new features. The company is currently working on a new community tab for its app, according to the most recent of such developments. A feature tracker revealed the information, stating that the feature will allow group admins to add specific groups to a “Community.” These groups will then be grouped together under the Community tab. According to WABetaInfo, the messaging platform is currently working on a community Tab feature. The feature was discovered in WhatsApp beta version 2.22.6.9…
Read MoreTop digital platforms and services operating in Russia have been directed to comply with a new law
The digital arena is where a large part of the Russia-Ukraine battle is being fought, and it may now be taking its toll on major online services and platforms. Google, Apple, Meta, Twitter, TikTok, and other companies have been given until the end of this month to comply with Russia’s new landing law. Meanwhile, outside Russia, agencies are arguing that the law is merely another attempt to tighten internet control, and tech companies are being advised to publicly reject it. The new Russian law took effect on January 1, 2022,…
Read MoreZuckerberg reveals AI projects to power Metaverse
Mark Zuckerberg, the founder of Meta, has unveiled a slew of ambitious artificial-intelligence projects, calling AI “the key to unlocking the Metaverse.” He used the AI feature Builder Bot to create a basic virtual world, complete with an island, trees, and a beach, in a livestreamed demonstration. Mr. Zuckerberg also stated that he intends to develop a universal speech translator. “The ability to communicate with anyone in any language is a superpower that was dreamt of forever,” he said. Builder Bot was part of Meta’s CAIRaoke project to improve AI…
Read MoreWhatsapp spotted working on a slew of new features
WhatsApp has been developing a number of new features to improve the user experience. WhatsApp’s message reactions feature was recently spotted on WhatsApp Desktop beta, and the messaging app was recently spotted working on a new search message shortcut. WhatsApp users will soon be able to respond to messages with emojis. In a message, users will be able to choose from six different emoji options. The feature was discovered in the messaging app’s beta version. The messaging app was spotted testing the message reactions feature on the WhatsApp desktop app…
Read MoreWhatsapp may soon let users choose audience for their status updates
WhatsApp has been developing a slew of intriguing features to improve the user experience. The messaging app was recently spotted testing the ability to choose who receives status updates. This means that users can now choose who sees their WhatsApp status updates. The feature is currently being worked on and will be included in a future update. Wabetainfo was the first to notice the new development. According to the website, WhatsApp is working on adding the ability to edit recipients when sending media in a future update. In addition, WhatsApp…
Read MoreDonald Trump’s social media app is set to be launched via Apple app store
Trump said in October 2021 that he would start Truth Social, a social media site that would “fight up to the tyranny of Big Tech.” Trump Media & Technology Group, which was founded lately, owns the app. A verified account for the network’s chief product officer, Billy B., responded to queries about the app from users asked to use it during its test period in a series of postings late Friday. One user asked as to when the app, which had been accessible for beta testers this week, will be…
Read MoreWhatsapp web to allow voice calls
Users will soon be able to make voice calls from the WhatsApp web version. The feature is currently being rolled out to a small number of users. WhatsApp announced plans to make the video and voice calling feature available to web and desktop users in October 2020. The feature was made available to beta testers and some non-beta testers alike. However, it appears that WhatsApp will soon make the feature available to a wider audience. Mukul Sharma, a well-known tipster, had shared a screenshot of the feature. The video and…
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