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5 apps I use to get news before it hits social media
Summary When it comes to consuming the news, it’s tempting to rely on social media platforms to stay informed. Unfortunately, closed-source algorithms, echo chambers, and bad actors can throw a wrench into your news reading experience. Here are 5 apps that can keep you up to date on current events, without all the algorithmic baggage….
All of the new features coming to Apple’s iOS apps | TechCrunch
At WWDC 2025 on Monday, Apple unveiled a series of new features that will launch with iOS 26 this fall across its apps. These include significant updates like Call Screening, more travel-friendly features in Wallet, and highly requested group chat features in Messages. Some of these updates include Apple Intelligence, like Live Translation. Others, like…
Don’t hit the gas if you haven’t downloaded these underrated Android Auto apps I love
Summary Google Maps is the top Android Auto app for navigation and local recommendations, as it works offline in remote areas. VLC allows easy access to music files on your phone for entertainment when streaming apps don’t work. TuneIn Radio offers global radio station access, while SOS is a vital emergency contact app for travelers….
How to Build Scalable Web Apps with React JS — SitePoint
Scalability isn’t just a buzzword – it’s crucial for any application’s survival. It’s your application’s ability to handle more users, data, or features without performance degradation. A scalable app adapts, allowing you to focus on new features, not fixing performance issues. The Three Pillars of Scalable Web Applications Building a scalable web application rests on…
Sick of dating apps? Try a dungeon sound bath instead.
As I look for a spot to unfurl my yoga mat, I hear: “You’re welcome to lie anywhere you want, including inside the cage.” It’s not a typical sound bath greeting, but then again, this isn’t a typical sound bath: it’s taking place in Dungeon East, a BDSM space in downtown Los Angeles. I discovered…
Roku tests more ads inside streaming apps, even if you pay for ad-free
Summary New user reports suggest Roku is experimenting with pause-screen ads after its latest update. The testing appears to be limited, and isn’t impacting many users. One user who pays for Discovery+ without ads experienced a pause-screen ad on their Roku Ultra. I think the introduction of pause-screen ads further impacts the user experience, just…
The best sexting apps in 2025
This content originally appeared on Mashable for a US audience and has been adapted for the UK audience. In a world where online dating and casual hookups have become the norm, dating can still feel exhausting. Sometimes, just the thought of putting on proper clothes, coming up with witty conversation starters, and commuting to the…
5 ridiculously useful CarPlay apps you probably haven’t heard of
Summary You can make Apple CarPlay better by downloading apps with niche driving features, instead of just relying on the apps you already have installed. PlugShare is a must-have for EV drivers, while Weather on the Way is great for long roadtrips. Overcast and VLC may expand your entertainment options. Apple CarPlay is thoroughly integrated…
Behind the Screens: The Crucial Hardware Components Powering Online Betting Apps and Ensuring a Seam
With its quick, dependable, and interesting experience, online betting has become one of the most technologically advanced digital sectors. Although the software and user interface receive most of the attention, the physical foundation of every effective betting application is fundamental. Together, powerful computers, fast data processing units, and sophisticated security mechanisms guarantee that millions of…
EU sends Apple first DMA interoperability instructions for apps and connected devices | TechCrunch
The European Union has sent Apple preliminary instructions on how it expects the iPhone maker to comply with interoperability provisions in the bloc’s Digital Markets Act (DMA), its flagship market contestability reform. According to the Commission, device manufacturers and app developers should be able to access nine iOS connectivity features that were restricted to Apple’s…