TikTok gets g-l-a-m-o-r-o-u-s, thanks to Jack Harlow
After several weeks of dry, repetitive trends, TikTok got a refresh thanks to new tracks from Jack Harlow and Harry Styles. Additionally, Gen Z darlings Lorde and Olivia Rodrigo both began their highly anticipated U.S. tours, which resulted in an inf.....»»
Smores app combines Spotify and TikTok to help you discover new music
Some people enjoy scouring streaming services every week in search of new music, but others find the seemingly endless library overwhelming. If you fall into … The post Smores app combines Spotify and TikTok to help you discover new music appea.....»»
Apple unveils ‘Pay the Apple Way’ campaign with TikTok creators, billboards, more
Last week, a mysterious new “Pay the Apple Way” hashtag went live on Twitter, seemingly teasing a forthcoming announcement or advertising campaign. That campaign has now been made official, with Apple touting a multi-national advertising push.....»»
Meta plans AI-powered chatbots to boost social media numbers
Amid competition from TikTok, Meta looks to the next frontier of user engagement. Enlarge (credit: Benj Edwards / Getty Images) Meta is reportedly developing a range of AI-powered chatbots with different personalities, a.....»»
The best shows on Amazon Prime right now (August 2023)
There's so much variety on Amazon Prime, you're sure to find something worth watching, from season 2 of Good Omens to the final season of Jack Ryan......»»
India couple accused of selling baby to buy iPhone 14
A couple in India's West Bengal reportedly sold their 8-month-old baby in order to film Reels for Instagram, and allegedly also attempted to sell their 7-year-old daughter.Apple's iPhone 14Reels are a TikTok-like part of Instagram, consisting of shor.....»»
Mixed-breeds, Labradors and Jack Russell terriers are the most common UK dog breeds, analysis finds
An analysis of more than 2 million pet dogs living in the UK in 2019 has identified the most common overall breeds—topped by mixed-breeds, Labrador retrievers, and Jack Russell terriers—while also highlighting the popularity of breeds with physic.....»»
Does the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 have a headphone jack?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 is the newest and the most feature-rich foldable launched at Unpacked 2023. But does it offer a headphone jack?.....»»
Does the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 have a headphone jack?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 is a foldable smartphone that seems to have everything you could want. But does it have a headphone jack? Here's where to find out......»»
TikTok brings in text posts to rival Elon Musk"s X
TikTok will now allow users to post text-only content for the first time in a challenge to Elon Musk's beleaguered X, formerly known as Twitter......»»
TikTok adds text-only posts as social media battle escalates
The video streaming app widens its uses as Twitter rebrands as X and Meta launches Threads......»»
Plugable Dual HDMI Docking Station (UD-4VPD) review: A jack of all trades
Plugable’s multi-disciplined Dual HDMI Docking Station is as much a treat for the eyes as it is for your port-hungry setup — but is this jack of all trades being stretched too far?.....»»
After videos and photos, TikTok now lets users share texts with others
TikTok became known as a social network focused on short videos. However, the platform has expanded its capabilities over the years by adding support for photos and Stories. But this time, TikTok’s latest move was completely unexpected. The platfo.....»»
YouTube Shorts comments are changing
In a move to get more engagement, YouTube Shorts are running an experiment to see what content can be generated from the comments section. YouTube is making a bold move to compete with TikTok’s popular features by introducing a new e.....»»
TikTok’s next move is to take on Twitter and Threads with text posts
When TikTok launched, everyone called it a copycat of Instagram Stories, which had in turn stolen that idea from Snapchat. Of course, TikTok’s way of … The post TikTok’s next move is to take on Twitter and Threads with text posts ap.....»»
Two great Star Trek shows revive the lost art of the gimmicky crossover episode
Lower Decks and Strange New Worlds have a lot of fun blending their styles. Enlarge / Tawny Newsome (left) and Jack Quaid reprising their roles as Beckett Mariner and Brad Boimler... but in real life this time. (credit: Paramoun.....»»
IMAX emulates PalmPilot software to power Oppenheimer’s 70 mm release
IMAX TikTok shows an emulated Palm PDA controlling Oppenheimer's 600-lb reel. Enlarge / Cillian Murphy in Oppenheimer. (credit: IMAx/Universal Picture/YouTube) It's a big week for IMAX, which has been promoting today's.....»»
Teens are using social media to diagnose themselves with ADHD, autism and more. Parents are alarmed
Some people browse TikTok and Instagram for recipes, memes and colorful takes on the news. Erin Coleman says her 14-year-old daughter uses these apps to search for videos about mental health diagnoses......»»
TikTok is not "fully ready" for looming EU social media rules, commissioner says
TikTok has "more work" to do to meet tough new European standards that are coming for social media and content moderation, according to a top EU official who performed a "stress test" of the company this week......»»
Logging in to TikTok with your iPhone is now easier with Passkeys
You can finally forget your password, as the popular app TikTok finally supports Passkeys — an easier but more secure way to login into your … The post Logging in to TikTok with your iPhone is now easier with Passkeys appeared first on BG.....»»
TikTok for iPhone will soon let you forget your account password
Apple is a major proponent of the post-password world. Last year, it built passkey technology into the iPhone with iOS 16. As a result, more and more services are letting users say goodbye to passwords and hello to passkeys. Soon, TikTok users acros.....»»