Category: app

GOAT expands into apparel and accessories

[ad_1] For now, apparel and accessories are only available on GOAT’s iOS and Android apps, but they’ll soon be available on GOAT.com and the company’s WeChat mini program in China. Earlier this month, GOAT added an AR feature that lets users “try on” sneakers before they make a purchase, chances are we’ll see GOAT do […]

Instagram test helps you choose people to unfollow

[ad_1] As with many tests, there’s no guarantee this will be ready for widespread use in the near future, if at all. It’s easy to see Instagram rolling this into a future release, though. It’ll help you focus your feed on those people you care about, but it could also help on those days when […]

Mercedes app was leaking car owners’ data to other users

[ad_1] Features like real-time location tracking and remote unlocks thankfully didn’t work, but it was still serious — you effectively had a window into the lives of other Mercedes owners. The firm hasn’t commented on the report as of this writing. Mercedes took the app offline for “site maintenance” a few hours after the problem […]

Twitch viewers can subscribe to streamers on iOS

[ad_1] Subscriptions work differently on iOS than other platforms on which Twitch is available. You’ll need to buy an iOS Sub Token through the app, which is good for a Tier 1 subscription for a month. You can redeem up to 12 at a time per streamer to keep a subscription to them going for […]

The Washington Post hopes you’ll read articles on your TV

[ad_1] Yes, there’s a good chance you won’t care for this app in the slightest. Few people sit down at their TV hoping to read an in-depth report about the latest political scandal. It does offer an alternative if you’d rather not hold your phone or tablet in your hands, though. And if your vision […]

Tim Cook defends Apple’s decision to remove Hong Kong protest app

[ad_1] According to Reuters, Cook said Apple based the decision on “credible information” from Hong Kong police and Apple users. Those sources said the app was used to “maliciously to target individual officers for violence and to victimize individuals and property where no police are present.” That kind of behavior would violate App Store guidelines […]

Duolingo’s ABC app will teach kids how to read and write

[ad_1] Company founder Luis Von Ahn told the publication that there’s “a huge demand globally, and mostly in developing countries, but illiteracy is an issue even in the UK.” He added: “We can make a real dent in this market.” And Duolingo can reach potential users in developing nations, thanks to the availability of cheap […]

Google gives its Android office apps a fresher, more consistent look

[ad_1] Google is making it easier to juggle its productivity apps on your phone. The internet giant has released updated versions of Docs, Sheets and Slides for Android with a refreshed visual design that doesn’t add any big features, but should provide an easier and more familiar experience. They all have more consistent controls, easier-to-read […]

Twitch is officially available on the Apple TV

[ad_1] Users will be able to live-stream games, view clips on demand and join on-screen chats. As we saw with the beta, the screen layout is similar to Twitch’s other recent apps, and as MacRumors points out, the app isn’t just for gamers. In addition to gaming, Twitch hosts other broadcasts, like Thursday Night NFL […]