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WhatsApp launches long-awaited iPad app
- WhatsApp has officially launched an iPad app that allows users to make video and audio calls with up to 32 people, share screens, and use both front and back cameras.
- The new iPad app supports iPadOS multitasking features like Stage Manager, Split View, and Slide Over, enhancing user experience for tasks like browsing the web while sending messages or researching while on a call.
- The app is compatible with Magic Keyboard and Apple Pencil, providing users with seamless synchronization across iPhone, Mac, and other devices while ensuring end-to-end encryption for messages, calls, and media.
- The dedicated WhatsApp iPad app is now available for download on the App Store, following Meta's announcement. Instagram, another Meta app, is also reportedly working on an iPad app.
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How to Use Voice Message Transcription on Instagram
- Instagram introduced voice message transcriptions in its Direct Messages (DM) interface along with other new features.
- The voice message transcription feature allows users to read the audio message text.
- To use the feature, update the Instagram app, open the chat with the voice message, and tap on 'View transcription' below the message.
- In addition, Instagram now supports longer voice messages up to five minutes and a 'Follow all' feature for group chats.
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WhatsApp finally launches version of app for iPad
- Meta has finally launched WhatsApp for iPad allowing users to easily download the app on the larger device.
- The app enables users to link it with their phone to receive notifications on both devices and includes features like video and audio calls with up to 32 people.
- Meta says the new WhatsApp app for iPad is 'ideal for multitasking' and includes features like Stage Manager, Split View, and Slide Over to view multiple apps at once.
- The app ensures end-to-end encryption to protect personal messages, calls, and media, and offers extra privacy features like chat lock for private conversations.
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Texas Set to Impose App Store Age Verification Rules
- Texas is close to implementing age verification standards for Apple and Google's app stores, with a bill requiring users under 18 to get parental permission for downloads and in-app purchases.
- Apple and Google oppose the bill, stating it imposes blanket age data sharing requirements on all apps, leading to conflict between Meta and the tech giants.
- Child safety groups have supported the age verification bill after years of advocating for digital marketplace regulation to prioritize safety over profit.
- Similar age verification bills have been passed in Utah and proposed in multiple other states amidst concerns over children's exposure to harmful content online.
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4 ways WhatsApp will make your iPad more like a laptop
- WhatsApp is finally almost ready to bring the app to the iPad, making users question Meta's commitment to the chat app for the tablet.
- Using WhatsApp for iPad offers easier communication with friends, faster sharing and downloading of files, and a convenient platform for video calls.
- The iPad version of WhatsApp integrates with native features like PiP, Split View, and Slide Over, enhancing multitasking capabilities and making it a stronger competitor to iMessage and Telegram.
- With WhatsApp coming to the iPad, users can enjoy a more laptop-like experience and enhance productivity on Apple's tablet.
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Not Even WhatsApp? Then Who Can You Trust?
- WhatsApp has launched the 'Not Even WhatsApp' campaign emphasizing on privacy as a core service with end-to-end encryption.
- The campaign highlights features like Advanced Chat Privacy and encryption technology to provide extra layers of privacy for users.
- As demand for encrypted spaces grows, WhatsApp is aiming to build trust by offering secure and safe communication methods.
- This shift towards privacy-focused platforms like Telegram suggests a trend towards valuing safe conversations and privacy in digital communications.
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WhatsApp drops a hint at much-awaited iPad app
- WhatsApp may finally launch a dedicated iPad app, as hinted by the company.
- WhatsApp users have long requested a proper iPad app, and signs of its development have been seen since 2019.
- Meta teased the imminent arrival of the dedicated WhatsApp app for iPad with a playful eyes emoji on social media.
- The launch of a dedicated iPad app for WhatsApp is expected to boost the platform's popularity, especially in the U.S.
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How to start WhatsApp voice chats with group participants
- WhatsApp now supports voice chats in group conversations of all sizes, previously restricted to large groups.
- To start a voice chat in a WhatsApp group conversation, swipe up from the bottom of the chat and hold for a moment. Minimum of three participants needed.
- No one in the group chat is notified when a voice chat starts, giving the freedom to join or leave the conversation silently.
- Voice chats allow for easy transition from messaging to voice conversations with group members, with each participant having the autonomy to join or leave as desired.
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Macrumors
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WhatsApp Teases Long-Awaited iPad App
- WhatsApp has teased the release of a long-awaited iPad app to complement its existing iPhone and Mac apps.
- The announcement was hinted at from an official WhatsApp account response using an eyes emoji to a post suggesting an iPad app release.
- The iPad app has been in beta testing through TestFlight for nearly two years, indicating a final release may be imminent.
- Meta, the parent company of WhatsApp, is also reportedly working on an Instagram app for the iPad, showcasing a new focus on iPad compatibility for its popular apps.
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Pakistan to Launch WhatsApp Alternative Beep
- Pakistan is launching Beep, a secure WhatsApp alternative tailored for government use by June 30, 2025.
- Beep, developed under the National Information Technology Board (NITB), will offer messaging, voice, and video call features with data hosted entirely within Pakistan.
- Cybersecurity assessment for Beep is ongoing with a full launch targeted by June 30, 2025, and the app will be rolled out in phases.
- Beep's local data hosting aligns with Pakistan's digital sovereignty agenda to secure government communications and promote reliance on tech infrastructure.
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TechJuice
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Meta Tests 3D Instagram Photos on Quest Headsets Using AI
- Meta is testing a new feature on its Quest VR headsets that converts standard Instagram photos into immersive 3D images using AI-driven algorithms.
- The feature, part of the v77 update to Meta's Horizon OS, adds depth to 2D images without the need for specialized cameras, improving the user experience.
- The update also introduces Navigator, a centralized hub for controlling VR content, multitasking window, Bluetooth audio device support, and a Horizon for PC application.
- Meta's integration of AI-generated 3D visuals into Instagram on Quest headsets aims to enhance social media experiences and explore the potential of VR and AI technologies.
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WhatsApp Introduces Voice Chats For All Groups, Inspired By Telegram
- WhatsApp has introduced a new voice chat feature for group conversations, inspired by Telegram.
- This update allows users to engage in live audio conversations without starting a formal group voice call.
- Voice chats are now available for all group sizes, offering a more casual and less intrusive way to communicate.
- The feature includes interactive tools like raising hand to speak and real-time emoji reactions, all protected with end-to-end encryption.
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Target Boycott Hurts Black Authors, Says Tabitha Brown: ‘Their Sales Don’t Reflect Their Truth’
- Tabitha Brown addresses the impact of the Target boycott on Black authors, highlighting the negative effects on their book sales and opportunities.
- Brown receives hate messages for her stance on the boycott but remains steadfast in supporting Black-owned businesses and creators.
- She emphasizes the importance of mindful consumer choices to prevent further detriment to Black authors and encourages support through alternative channels.
- Brown urges publishers to recognize the true selling power of Black authors beyond the boycott's impact on their sales and opportunities.
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From matcha lattes to Dubai chocolate – how supermarkets fight to cope with TikTok trends
- TikTok's influence on popular culture extends to the food industry, impacting what people eat, as supermarkets now look to social media for trends.
- Matcha lattes and the 'Dubai chocolate' bar are examples of food items that gained popularity through TikTok and are now featured in major chains like Pret a Manger and Greggs.
- Supermarkets are utilizing artificial intelligence tools to quickly adapt to online food trends, leading to faster product development and shorter time to market.
- However, global food producers are facing challenges meeting the sudden demand spikes caused by social media trends, leading to shortages and price increases in products like pistachios.
- The popularity of items like the Dubai chocolate bar has led to shortages in ingredients like pistachios, despite efforts to expand production in countries like the US.
- In the matcha industry, demand surges have caused supply shortages, impacting businesses like a London-based matcha and coffee shop, Frothee.
- Environmental concerns arise from the increased demand for water-intensive crops like pistachios, with fears of overuse of groundwater and potential environmental degradation.
- Rapidly expanding cultivation driven by social media trends could lead to deforestation and increased reliance on chemicals, impacting soil and water systems.
- The fluctuating trends influenced by social media platforms like TikTok pose challenges for businesses navigating supply chain disruptions and environmental impacts.
- Adapting to consumer preferences influenced by social media is becoming crucial for food businesses, but they also need to consider the sustainability and ethical implications of these trends.
- In summary, while TikTok trends have revolutionized the food industry by shaping consumer preferences and product development, they also present challenges related to supply chain management and environmental sustainability.
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The Verge
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3D Instagram photos are coming to Meta Quest headsets
- Meta is testing showing 3D photos on Instagram for users viewing their feed on a Meta Quest VR headset, using AI view synthesis algorithms to convert flat photos into an immersive format.
- The test of 3D photos in Instagram is part of Meta Quest's v77 update, which includes features like Navigator for accessing games and apps, experimental support for Bluetooth Low Energy audio devices, and combining various functionalities into a single PC app.
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