[ad_1] After a lengthy absence, Google Maps is making its way back to the Apple Watch. Over the next couple of weeks, Google says it will start rolling out a new version of Maps to Apple’s wearable. The app will allow you to get walking, cycling and driving directions from your current location to your […]
Category: ios
Facebook slams Apple’s restrictive policies as its gaming app arrives on iOS
[ad_1] Facebook was planning to launch the iOS app at the same time as the Android app in April. However, Apple rejected it numerous times for violating its App Store rule on third-party software. That rule states that HTML5 games are permitted as long as “code distribution isn’t the primary purpose of the app.” Facebook […]
Apple: iOS games need individual review, which blocks cloud gaming apps
[ad_1] Apple: Our customers enjoy great apps and games from millions of developers, and gaming services can absolutely launch on the App Store as long as they follow the same set of guidelines applicable to all developers, including submitting games individually for review, and appearing in charts and search. In addition to the App Store, […]
Instagram inexplicably adds a Comic Sans-like font to Stories
[ad_1] Polite reminder that comic sans is an accessible font and Instagram introducing it is actually a v good thing ??? — Tasmin ? Freelance Digital Marketer (@GrandioseDays) August 4, 2020 Former Microsoft typographer Vincent Connare created Comic Sans in 1994. Pulling inspiration from the lettering in comic books like Watchmen, Connare envisioned people using […]
Google adds Smart Compose autocomplete to its Docs mobile app
[ad_1] You’ll also have access to link previews in the same app. When you tap on one, you’ll see more details about what it points to, such as the title and thumbnail for a web page, or the owner and recent activity of a Google Drive file. A card with that information will pop up […]
Dark Sky on Android shuts down following Apple deal
[ad_1] Website access is still available after an indefinite extension, although embedded material no longer appears to be an option. Third-party apps using Dark Sky’s data have until the end of 2021 to transition to other services. This isn’t the end for hyperlocal weather on Android. Accuweather and other titles can fill the gap. However, […]
Digital contact tracing apps in the US that use ENS tech from Google and Apple are still ‘weeks’ away
[ad_1] The COVID Alert app helps you protect yourself, your family, and your community by notifying you if you’ve been exposed to #COVID19. Download it today⚡➡️ iPhone: https://t.co/TxCx8L7s7m ➡️ Android: https://t.co/A3O4YqsjuJ pic.twitter.com/yCeL0zftQB — CanadianPM (@CanadianPM) July 31, 2020 In the US Google says that 20 states and territories covering about 45 percent of the population […]
Microsoft will shut down the Cortana iOS and Android apps in 2021
[ad_1] Microsoft’s plan for Invoke speakers is likely to cause the most resentment. The company will push a firmware update to the smart device to turn it into a Bluetooth speaker. “The firmware update will be delivered automatically to devices connected to WiFi within six months of its release,” the company said. As an olive […]
Google is releasing a free phone backup tool for iOS
[ad_1] It’ll be more useful for people who are paying for Google One — the base membership plan includes 100GB of storage for $2 per month, enough to make Drive, Photos and phone backups a lot more feasible. But regardless of whether you pay for Google One or not, it doesn’t hurt to have another […]
Instagram will fix bug that mistakenly shows camera as ‘on’ in iOS 14
[ad_1] Apple’s iOS 14 beta is still catching misbehaving apps. Instagram has promised The Verge it will fix a recently reported bug that lists the camera as on when you’re simply browsing your feed, not just when you’re using the built-in camera features. The indicator can mistakenly pop up when you swipe from the camera […]