[ad_1] The apps were frequently pitched as employee and parental monitoring tools, but CNET found that some people weren’t using the app that way. Reviews for Spy Tracker, for instance, included numerous people using the app to stalk romantic partners. The clients were mildly popular — they had 130,000 total downloads. When asked for comment, […]
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Spotify adds long-overdue iPad multitasking
[ad_1] Spotify has been available on the iPad for several years, but it hasn’t really evolved to take advantage of the Apple tablet’s growing multitasking abilities. You’ve still had to switch to a full-screen view just to start a new playlist or see what friends are playing. At last, though, it’s getting more respect. Spotify […]
Niantic is shutting down Field Trip, its first app
[ad_1] The apps have already left their respective stores. Don’t despair if you’re still using Field Trip and don’t want to use the alternatives. While Niantic hasn’t committed to anything at this stage, it hinted that there could be a “reimagined version” of the app at some point in the future. This isn’t so much […]
Google is testing an online social network for offline meetups
[ad_1] Importantly, you can share activities with others whether or not they have Shoelace. You won’t necessarily have to create a Facebook event to rope people in, then. Don’t expect to try Shoelace for a while. It’s invitation-only at present, and then only in New York City for now. Whether or not it goes public […]
Twitter will let you pin your favorite lists in its app
[ad_1] Ready for more customization? Now you can pick which lists will appear and pin them. Just don’t let your lists know you’re playing favorites. 🤫 pic.twitter.com/loMPptRfzQ — Twitter (@Twitter) July 10, 2019 You’ll be able to select which lists you can swipe between in the home screen and pin them to the top of […]
7-Eleven Japan’s weak app security led to a $500,000 customer loss
[ad_1] The app was troubled from the start, with customers complaining of illegal transactions made through their accounts since day one. According to ZDNet, the app’s poorly designed password retrieval method was to blame. Instead of automatically sending an email to the address users had on file, the app allowed them to retrieve their passwords […]
Capcom’s ‘Teppen’ card game pits Chun-Li against Dante
[ad_1] There is a slight twist to the familiar formula of these games. Teppen uses an Active Response system that adds a dash of real-time thrills to the usual turn-based gameplay — you might not have long to think about your next move. The game is technically free to play. Like so many of its […]
MoviePass temporarily shuts down service to work on its app
[ad_1] Hi! Due to maintenance related issues, MoviePass services have been put on a temporary hold. Once we have resolved these technical problems, the service will be live again. We estimate this process will take several weeks. We sincerely appreciate your patience. — MoviePass (@MoviePass) July 3, 2019 MoviePass says it will credit customers for […]
Instagram’s latest Stories sticker is a direct link to group chats
[ad_1] Instagram is introducing a new feature that will let users start private group messages around specific Stories. The company announced the change on Twitter today. Users will soon be able to add a “join chat” sticker to their Stories. If followers tap the sticker, they’ll be added to a private group chat — though […]
Spotify Stations radio app now works with CarPlay
[ad_1] Spotify Stations breaks Spotify’s radio feature out into a separate app. It surfaces music based on your own playlists and listening habits, and lets you add or subtract artists and like or dislike songs. Since you can listen to tunes without thinking too much or digging in to your collection, it’s especially convenient on […]