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There's a cute voice messaging app for Playdate now

www.engadget.com

If your friend group or family happens to include multiple Playdate owners, there's now a cute way to chat amongst yourselves right within the device. Jon Simantov, the developer who gave us Cranky Cove, has released an app called…

A profile of Klay, whose app will let users remake songs using AI; Klay has raised ~$10M and is the first AI startup to close deals with the three major labels (Abram Brown/The Information)

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A profile of Klay, whose app will let users remake songs using AI; Klay has raised ~$10M and is the first AI startup to close deals with the three major labels — “So here's a real surprise,” said Ary Attie, holding open a hidden door in…

5 open-source projects that secretly power your favorite apps

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You've heard that the world's infrastructure runs on Linux, and how important Free and Open Source (FOSS) software is to just about all the technology we enjoy every day, but there are some (to bring out the old cliché) unsung heroes of…

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Indie App Spotlight: ‘Dumb Weather’ offers the forecast without a load of clutter

9to5mac.com

Welcome to Indie App Spotlight. This is a weekly 9to5Mac series where we showcase the latest apps in the indie app world. If you’re a developer and would like your app featured, get in contact.

Google Weather app for Android might be replaced by redesign in Search

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Over the years, the Google Weather Android “app” has seen infrequent updates, and the company looks to now be getting rid of it entirely for a Google Search experience that has just been redesigned.

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Bengaluru school students create award-winning app for faster ambulance access

www.thehindu.com

‘Ambulink’ developed by Grade 8 students from Bengaluru has won the Global Grand Prize at Technovation Girls 2025, one of the world’s largest tech-entrepreneurship competitions to encourage girls to pursue STEM

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The “Boring” Revolution: Why the Next African Unicorn Won’t Be an App, But the Rails Beneath It By Abasiama Idaresit CEO Wild Fusion Holdings

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For the last decade, the narrative of African technology has been dominated by the “Customer Acquisition” game. Venture capital poured

3 unique RSS reader apps for Windows to try this weekend

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RSS feeds used to be the premiere way to get personalized news delivered directly to you from your favorite websites prior to the rise of personalized algorithms on social media. Despite the fact that RSS feeds aren't quite as popular as…

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Danielle Collins Opens Up on Surprise New Boyfriend After Dating Apps: “See if He Can Handle”

Even though Danielle Collins, 31, was head over heels in love not too long ago with Bryan Kipp, their relationship ended back in October. And since then, she’s been back on the dating market (yes, she swiped right on her share of dating…

Force Android apps into landscape mode with this simple app

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There’s a particular annoyance that goes along with turning your phone sideways and watching as...nothing happens. Some apps just don’t want to rotate into landscape mode, but as is usually the case in the Android world, there’s a solution…

The Microsoft Store Discontinued Support For Office Apps - Here's Why

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With support for Microsoft Store Office 365 apps discontinued, it's time to consider making the move to this latest version of the company's programs.

5 Linux apps you should install on day one

www.howtogeek.com

Installing Linux is only half the job—you've got to set it up to accommodate your workflow as well.

Govt orders WhatsApp, Telegram, other apps to block access without active SIM

www.siasat.com

New Delhi: The Indian government has issued a major directive that could change how millions of people use popular messaging apps such as WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal, Snapchat, ShareChat, JioChat, Arattai, and Josh. According to reports,…

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5 Essential Security Apps That Actually Protect Your Computer

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Security for your computer is paramount, but if finding the right program feels daunting, this comprehensive list will have you choosing your app with ease.

Rajasthan HC orders 15 per cent female drivers on ride apps, issues 35 directives to curb cybercrime

JAIPUR: The Rajasthan High Court has directed the state government to substantially increase the number of women drivers on app-based ride-booking platforms, ordering that at least 15% of all such drivers must be women within the next six…

NotebookLM is the one app I open 10 times a day, and here’s how it saves me hours every week

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When I first started using NotebookLM, I didn't think much of it. I just needed a place to dump some random notes for a project. It was purely an experimental tool, maybe something I'd check once a week. But slowly, almost without me…

This app has helped me find those pesky files in Windows that go hiding

www.pocket-lint.com

Anybody that has used Windows knows how difficult it can be to find certain files. I've had an HP laptop for about seven years now. I don't use it for everything, but I do take it with me to do work when I'm traveling. There are seven…

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Google's Pixels have users thinking there's a ghost, as apps begin to struggle

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Google Pixel owners report a problem with apps, as closing them often sees them reopening without manual input.

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This free, open-source tool can disable internet access for specified apps

www.howtogeek.com

Ever wanted to stop a specific app from going online—whether to protect your privacy or block suspicious activity? Me too—and that’s why I use Portmaster, a free, open-source network monitor that lets you see every connection your apps…