As Meta's photo-sharing app continues to relentlessly copy TikTok's approach to video, its leader justifies pivoting away from Instagram's photo roots.
Instagram’s mindless copying of TikTok is beginning to annoy people
Apps
iCloud Passwords for Windows now supports 2FA codes and secure notes
Apple's iCloud Passwords feature now supports generating two-factor authentication verification codes for online accounts on the Windows platform.
Netflix for iOS implements an external subscription button
Following a change in Apple's policy for reader apps, Netflix has now added an external subscription button to its iPhone and iPad software.
Hero, Cruise Accounting, Animaker and other apps to check out this weekend
It's time again for another edition of our Apps of the Week roundup. This week we have some fantastic picks for you including a high-powered list-maker, an accounting app for solo entrepreneurs, and a feature-packed photo/video editor. And as always, we've selected a great new game for you to check out.
Facebook splits its News feed in two as it balances desire to compete with TikTok
Facebook has split the News feed into two separate sections, one of which is focused on discovery with posts, reels, stories and similar TikTok-style content.
Oniri, Sleep monitoring 2, Missyt and other apps to check out this weekend
It's time again for another Apps of the Week roundup! This week we have some great picks for you, including a lucid dreaming aid, a sleep tracker and an app for making long distance connections. And as always, we've selected a great new game for you to check out.
WhatsApp is extending Delete for Everyone time limit from just one hour to 36 hours
Instead of barely an hour, WhatsApp's Delete for Everyone feature can now recall a message after more than 24 hours of being sent.
Apple Music Sessions bring exclusive live performances recorded in Apple’s studios
Apple Music Sessions launches today on Apple Music, bringing you exclusive releases of live performances recorded in spatial audio in Apple's own studios.
Wordle-inspired music trivia sensation Heardle is Spotify’s first game acquisition
Heardle is a free, Wordle-inspired music trivia game in which you must guess a popular song within six tries, based on its opening notes.
Gesso, Pocket CPR, Cryo and other apps to check out this week
Welcome back to another edition of our Apps of the Week roundup. This week we have a smart audio tour guide for sightseeing, a digital CPR companion, and a wellness app for getting the most out of your showers. And as always, we've selected a great new game for you to check out.
Deal: Subscribe to Apple Music and get $70 Beats Flex earphones for free
Apple in this limited-time promotion is giving students who subscribe to Apple Music a free pair of Beats Flex earphones, which retail for $70.
Fuego, Remote Mouse & Keyboard, and other apps to check out this weekend
Welcome back for another fine edition of our Apps of the Week roundup. This week we have some great picks for you including a new vote-based social media app, live music concerts in AR, and a powerful remote control for your computer. And as always, we've selected a great game for you to check out.