Big Tech
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TikTok Challenges WhatsApp for Most Downloaded App of the Year A new report from SensorTower, charting the most popular app downloads of 2019, shows TikTok is closing in on WhatsApp. -
Google’s Fashion Search Tool is Fraught with Problems Google has a new tool to help users find clothes to buy. But will it truly help retail sites, or will it harm their traffic? -
Google Adds New Home and Privacy Features to Voice Assistant Google announces a range of new options for its Voice Assistant, designed to give users more privacy, and add new features. -
Apple Announces iPhone Smart Battery Case Replacement Program iPhone Smart Battery Cases designed for XS, XS Max, and XR models are breaking, and Apple has egg on its face again. -
2020 Will Be Make or Break for Many Streaming Services 2020 will prove to be a defining year for many streaming services, as old and new compete for our monthly payments. -
Facebook and Google Just Dropped Off 2020’s “Best Places to Work” List Glassdoor's long-running "Best Places to Work" list has just debuted for 2020, with a few shocks for big tech companies. -
Apple Announces New 16-inch MacBook with Improved Keyboard Apple has launched a new MacBook this week, with an update to the Pro range dropping into the Apple store out of nowhere, with little fanfare from Apple themselves. The 16-inch model is the largest MacBook to date, and the specs under the hood also make it the most powerful. -
The Pros and Cons of Twitter’s Choice to Ditch Political Ads Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey just announced that Twitter will stop running all political ads. The rule will go into effect globally on November 21. Is it good, bad, or a little of both? Here's our rundown on what the news means. -
Apple Announces the Noise-Cancelling $250 AirPods Pro Apple's AirPods Pro will be noise-cancelling and water-resistant. They'll cost $249 for a pair, and will be on sale this Wednesday, Oct 30. Here are the specs to know. -
Apple to Release Expensive AirPods Upgrade According to a report, Apple is set to release an upgraded pair of AirPods headphones before the month is out. Apparently, the new AirPods Pro model will feature active noise cancelling and improved Bluetooth connectivity - as well as a $100 price bump. -
Mark Zuckerberg Appears Before Congress to Talk Libra Cryptocurrency Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg appeared in front of Congress to discuss the company's Libra cryptocurrency, and it didn't go great for old Zuck. Read more about what was asked, how he responded, and what the future of Libra entails. -
Facebook Agrees to Deal for Washington Post News Stories Facebook has closed a deal with the Washington Post that will let it populate its soon-to-be-launched news section with headlines from the major media outlet. Other publications in the news section include Business Insider, Buzzfeed News and News Corp media properties.