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The Gmail app will soon make voice and video calls
Calling support is coming to the Gmail app, letting you talk to other Google users through Meet.
Apple will allow some media apps to link outside the App Store for payments
Apple will allow 'reader apps' to link outside the App Store starting in early 2022.
Waze with 'PAW Patrol' voices sounds like a chill car ride
You can now turn Waze navigation into a 'PAW Patrol' adventure — which could be either the best or worst thing ever for parents.
Samsung is removing ads from its One UI Android apps
Samsung plans to remove apps from its proprietary apps later this year.
Reddit iOS app now includes a TikTok-style video feed
Reddit's iOS app is adding a TikTok-style video feed that lets you indulge in short clips.
China sues Tencent over WeChat's 'youth mode'
China has sued Tencent over WeChat's 'youth mode,' claiming the feature violates laws protecting children.
Yelp lets businesses list if they require proof of vaccination
Yelp will now allow shops and restaurants to list whether they require proof of vaccination from customers.
Apple pulls anti-vax social app over misinformation (updated)
Apple has pulled Unjeced's anti-vax dating and social app over misinformation, and Google might not be far behind.
Archived WhatsApp chats will no longer come back to haunt you
WhatsApp has changed archived chats to keep them permanently hidden by default, even if someone sends a new message.
Waze will warn you about traffic jams and detours before you drive
Waze now provides much more info before you drive, including alternate routes and tolls.
TikTok hopes new tools will create kinder, gentler live streams
TikTok has rolled out new tools to promote kindness in livestreams, including a 'would you like to rethink posting this' pop-up for harsher comments.
Oculus makes it easier to create mixed reality apps
Oculus has unveiled a toolkit that makes it easier to create mixed reality apps — expect many more of them in the future.
Clubhouse's audio chat rooms are now open to everyone
The app is ditching the waitlist system as it moves out of beta.
Venmo's redesigned app gets rid of the global payments feed
Venmo has redesigned its app to help you interact with friends — and try new features, of course.
WhatsApp now lets you join in-progress group calls
WhatsApp now lets you join group calls that have already started — you can drop in and hop out like it' a chat room.
Warby Parker's vision test app can help renew your glasses prescription
Warby Parker has unveiled a Virtual Vision Test app that can update your prescription using only your existing glasses and an iPhone.
WhatsApp is testing secure cloud backups for Android users
WhatsApp is testing encrypted cloud backups that would let Android users securely protect their conversations.
Xbox family app now lets parents set spending limits
A new version of the Xbox Family Settings app lets parents set limits on their kids' spending for games and add-ons.
Verizon's call filtering app now blocks area code spoofing
Verizon's Call Filter app can now blocks neighborhood spoofing scams that use highly similar phone numbers.
TED will offer exclusive audio chats on Clubhouse
TED has struck a deal to offer exclusive chats on Clubhouse.