WhatsApp will soon let you transcribe voice messages into text. The Meta-owned app is also testing in-app camera improvements and call scheduling.
WhatsApp is testing 3 new features, including voice note transcriptions
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Microsoft is rolling out up to three times faster Skype for Apple silicon Macs
The new version also consumes less power and features more reliable call connections on Mac computers powered by the Apple M1 and M2 chips.
Why and how to exclude specific Spotify playlists from your taste profile
Learn how to exclude specific Spotify playlists, such as your favorite workout tracks, from your taste profile to prevent them from affecting your personalized recommendations.
How to free space on iPhone by clearing Viber media and cache
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Twelve South’s BackPack aluminum shelf is now available for Apple Studio Display
The stylish accessory can now also be attached to the back of Apple’s Studio Display so you can hide hard drives, cables and dongles behind the monitor.
Google Maps is gaining proper lock screen directions with Live Activities support
Track your journey, get updated ETAs and see where to make your next trip with Google Maps—right on your iPhone’s lock screen, without opening the app.
14 iPhone tips, tricks and hidden features every owner should know
Watch our video walkthrough to learn about cool iPhone tips, tricks, and secret features, such as downloading any video, getting precise battery info, and more.
5 new WhatsApp Status features
Meta has unveiled five new WhatsApp Status features, including reactions and link previews, to help boost the usage of this Stories-like ephemeral feature.
Apple now requires two-factor authentication for iCloud Backup and Drive
iOS 16.3 has added a two-factor authentication requirement for iCloud Backup and iCloud Drive to make your device backups and files in the cloud more secure.
See how much iPhone storage system files are taking up
Find out how much of your iPhone’s storage space is lost to system files and how much of it is taken up by the iOS operating system itself, and then follow a quick trick to reclaim some space!
Apple launches 16.3.1 updates for HomePod and Apple TV with bug fixes and stability improvements
These minor updates for the Apple TV and HomePod models include unspecified general performance and stability improvements in the tvOS operating system.
Meta is working on letting you pinch to zoom on Instagram stories
Zooming in on Instagram stories with the familiar pinch gesture will make it easier to discern tiny text and examine image details in people's stories up close.