Instagram denies shadowbanning exists on the platform

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Instagram recently denied shadowbanning allegations when it posted an explainer on its blog detailing how content was distributed among its users.

Twitter replies to media with poop emoji over deleted tweet issue

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Twitter has reportedly already taken steps to address a bug that saw the company reply to the media with a poop emoji, when questioned.

Mark Zuckerberg announces ‘Locked Chats’ for WhatsApp

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Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg took to Facebook to announce the Locked Chats for WhatsApp to lock certain chats.

WhatsApp messages soon coming to your wrist

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WhatsApp will soon see compatibility with Android which will make it easier to navigate, read and reply to messages from a Google-enabled smartwatch.

Smartphone running slow? Here’s how to keep it safe from malware attacks

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Once your phone is hacked, your other devices may be next if they are connected. Here are some ways to keep your phones safe from malware attacks.

WhatsApp emojis come to life with new update

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WhatsApp is reportedly making use of a new graphic file type to animate its emojis.

1, 2, 3… poof - WhatsApp to roll out an Expiring Groups feature

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By using the feature, it will be possible to make certain WhatsApp Groups expire, with users prompted to clean up the group when the chosen expiration date is reached. ...

Twitter algorithm changes wreak havoc on news delivery

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Amendments to Twitter’s policies, coupled with new goals by the social networks, created a change in the distribution of content, which has since placed a further ...

WhatsApp could make cheating easier with this new feature

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WhatsApp is working on a new feature that will allow users to lock specific chats using their fingerprint or passcode.

Super-speeds and improved use coming to WhatsApp Desktop

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Meta announced that it was improving device linking and better syncing across multiple devices for WhatsApp.

How to use Google’s new feature that can extract text from images

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The update works similarly to uploading an image to Google search – in the same way, users could use the image reverse search functionality by uploading it.

Avoid scams – WhatsApp to introduce important Truecaller feature

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WhatsApp is reportedly developing a new feature that allows users to silence calls from unknown numbers while still showing them in the calls list and notification ...

Wait, what? This new WhatsApp feature could lead to your account being suspended

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The introduction of the new feature could see users being suspended or even banned if reported by their contacts.

An Oppo a day keeps the doctor away

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Chinese manufacturer Oppo showcased its advances in health technology at the Mobile World Congress as well as the newly launched Find N2 Flip.

World’s biggest tech gathering kicks off

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From the newest smartphones to autonomous robots, MWC is back in full swing seeing 75,000 attendees from across the globe.

Microsoft limits Bing AI bot chats after ‘flirty’ interactions

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A columnist, who was part of a test group for new features in the Bing search engine, claimed the AI-powered chatbot tried to flirt with him and get him to leave ...

WhatsApp hack: how you could soon send an entire HD movie to friends

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On WhatsApp 16MB is the maximum file size allowed for all media that can be sent or forwarded. It also equates to between 90 seconds and 3 minutes of video.

WhatsApp’s latest voice update comes with a catch

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WhatsApp started working on the feature back in 2021, with development interrupted shortly after the announcement.

Six important changes coming to WhatsApp in early 2023

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This year has a great deal in store for WhatsApp users, with more on the horizon for the year ahead. Here are six important changes coming to WhatsApp early in 2023. ...

Your WhatsApp contacts will soon be able to view your statuses and hear them too

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WhatsApp has reportedly been working on a feature for Android users that will allow them to post voice status updates, with functionality on the horizon for iOS ...

SABC makes stronger push toward digitalisation amid migration delays

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SABC+ acts as a streaming app and digital portal featuring all of the SABC’s content channels, including its 19 radio stations and three free-to-air TV channels ...

Dropshipping: Is this the new way to become an internet millionaire?

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Dropshipping is a form of e-commerce where sellers market and retail stock or products on the internet without holding it on a premise or in a warehouse of their ...

You’ve heard of Netflix and Chill, now get ready for Netflix and Ads

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Prepare for ads while watching your favourite Netflix show as the streaming giant announced its ’Basic with Ads’ tier international roll-out would begin on November ...

Here are the best Android camera smartphones available in SA right now

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What if you’re looking for the best camera in a smartphone? We’ve rounded up the four best Android smartphones, comparing them against one another.

WhatsApp rolls out new delete feature - but not the one you want

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Ever regret a delivered WhatsApp text and try to delete it, only to delete it for yourself - instead of everyone? WhatsApp is working on a feature to undo “delete ...