Google SVP Hiroshi Lockheimer offers to help Apple implement RCS
It's not unusual these days for subtle digs to happen on social media. Hiroshi Lockheimer, SVP at Google really wasn't subtle with his...
Google ready to drop the activation phrase “Hey Google” for calls
For some time now, we've not had to say "Hey Google" before stopping or snoozing an alarm. That requirement to use the trigger...
Instagram, Facebook and Whatsapp services returning to normal after a major overnight outage
A major outage has impacted Facebook, Instagram and Whatsapp overnight for Australian users. The impact to users was that messages weren't sending, feeds...
ICYMI: Google Messages has end to end encryption
If you're still in messaging limbo with a range of apps for different friend groups, there are more reasons to use Google Messages. ...
Secure your pics in Google Photos on any device soon
Earlier this year we saw the first signs that Google was looking further to privacy by selectively securing your photos. Unfortunately, as an...
Review: Britbox Australia offers UK nostalgia, mystery, comedy and more for 40+ viewers
Most of the big streaming services available in Australia like Netflix, STAN, Binge and Foxtel target viewers of at all ages with something for...
Google Messages will soon be able to “nudge” you to respond to texts
Google continues to show a focus on maintaining and developing the capacity of the Google Messages app. In an APK teardown, XDA developers...
Emoji reactions seemingly coming to Twitter
Emoji style reactions have been in place for some time across multiple social platforms. Twitter, being well established has been somewhat slow to...
WhatsApp may soon let you hide your last seen status from selected contacts
Last seen is a great way to know and understand when your contacts have been online most recently. But there are times when...
[Great Deal] 3 Months of Amazon Music for free
If you've been contemplating whether you're on the right streaming service, Amazon is presenting a good case to try theirs. With 3 months...
Google Messages continues to add convenience to messaging
We've seen a lot of growth and changes to the Google Messages app over the last 12 months. The addition of RCS, smart...
GoPro is offering unlimited video and photo storage to GoPro Quik subscribers
Given the state of online storage currently, anyone offering unlimited storage is going to get some attention. When it's a name as well...
Signal can now be used for announcement groups
Signal is one of the messaging apps that has seen a huge increase in userbase during the messaging wars of 2020 and 2021. ...
Routines soon to have delayed start capability
Routines are very useful when it comes to controlling your smart home. You’re really only limited in what you can achieve by your...
Is Synology C2 Password worth looking at?
Given the number of passwords we need to have these days, it’s important to remember best practice. Starting with don’t re-use passwords and...