WhatsApp Developing Own Encrypted Cloud Backup to Replace Google Drive and iCloud

Adnan Abdullah
Guide Editor
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WhatsApp is working on a major update that could change how you save your messages. According to a new report from WABetaInfo, the app is developing its own first-party cloud storage service. This would allow users to back up their chats directly with WhatsApp instead of relying on third-party services like Google Drive or iCloud. … Read more about WhatsApp Developing Own Encrypted Cloud Backup to Replace Google Drive and iCloud

Case Study: Is AI Really Helping Criminals?

Tawsif Reza
Chief Editor
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I have spent the last several weeks going deep into something that genuinely disturbed me. Every few days, a new headline drops — a murder suspect who consulted ChatGPT before hiding a body, a teacher generating child abuse images with AI on his school computer, a cybercriminal using an AI coding tool to break into … Read more about Case Study: Is AI Really Helping Criminals?

New Meta Tool Shows Parents Their Kid’s AI Chat Topics

Sazzad Yousuf
Review Editor
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Meta is adding a new layer of transparency to its platforms. On April 23, 2026, the company announced a major update to its parental supervision tools: parents can now see the specific topics their teenagers are discussing with Meta AI. The update is rolling out across Facebook, Messenger, and Instagram, giving parents more visibility into … Read more about New Meta Tool Shows Parents Their Kid’s AI Chat Topics

X Launches XChat: A New Private Messaging App for iOS

Tawsif Reza
Chief Editor
Xchat

Elon Musk is officially moving into the dedicated messaging space. On April 24, 2026, X (formerly Twitter) launched XChat, a standalone messaging app. According to Forbes, this app designed to compete with WhatsApp and Signal. The app is currently available for iPhone and iPad users, while an Android version is still in development. XChat allows … Read more about X Launches XChat: A New Private Messaging App for iOS

Instagram’s Instants New App to Rival Snapchat

Tawsif Reza
Chief Editor
Instagram's Instants

Meta is once again taking a page out of its competitors’ playbooks. Instagram officially launched a new standalone app called Instants. According to TechCrunch, this app is currently being tested in Spain and Italy, focuses on raw, unedited, and disappearing photos—a move clearly aimed at reclaiming the authentic social sharing space currently held by Snapchat … Read more about Instagram’s Instants New App to Rival Snapchat

Samsung Leaks Jinju Smart Glasses to Rival Meta Ray-Bans

Imtiaj Hossain
Staff Writer
Samsung Galaxy Glasses leak

Samsung is preparing to take a major shot at the smart glasses market. The official-looking renders of Samsung’s upcoming wearable—codenamed “Jinju”—were leaked by Android Headlines, revealing a design that is surprisingly slim, stylish, and remarkably similar to standard eyeglasses. This new device, expected to be called Galaxy Glasses, represents Samsung’s second big push into the … Read more about Samsung Leaks Jinju Smart Glasses to Rival Meta Ray-Bans

Xbox is Back: Microsoft Scraps Microsoft Gaming Name to Focus on Fans

Imtiaj Hossain
Staff Writer
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Microsoft is officially ditching the Microsoft Gaming title and returning to its roots. Starting April 23, 2026, the company’s gaming division will once again be known simply as Xbox. The change was announced by the new Xbox CEO, Asha Sharma, in a staff memo titled We Are Xbox. The move is part of a major … Read more about Xbox is Back: Microsoft Scraps Microsoft Gaming Name to Focus on Fans

Xbox Slashes Game Pass Prices as New CEO Recommits to Fans

Sazzad Yousuf
Review Editor
Xbox Game Pass price cut 2026 low

In a surprising move, Microsoft has announced it is lowering the cost of its Xbox Game Pass subscriptions. This decision comes just months after a massive price hike and follows a promise from the new Xbox CEO, Asha Sharma, to recommit to the core fan base. While the lower prices are a welcome relief for … Read more about Xbox Slashes Game Pass Prices as New CEO Recommits to Fans

WhatsApp Plus Launches: Meta Introduces New Premium Monthly Subscription

Tawsif Reza
Chief Editor
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WhatsApp is officially testing a new paid tier called WhatsApp Plus. This optional subscription offers users a way to customize their experience with exclusive cosmetic features and quality of life improvements. While the core messaging service remains free for everyone, WhatsApp Plus is designed for power users who want more control over how the app … Read more about WhatsApp Plus Launches: Meta Introduces New Premium Monthly Subscription