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fastcompany.comNetflix Launches Mobile App Redesign Featuring Vertical Video Feed Clips
Netflix has begun rolling out a revamped mobile app that includes Clips, a new vertical video feed for discovering content. The feature delivers personalized highlights from shows, movies, and specials to boost user engagement. It builds on earlier experiments like the 2021 Fast…
thepointsguy.comUber Launches Hotel Bookings on App Through Expedia Partnership
Uber announced on April 29, 2026, that users can soon book hotels directly through its app in partnership with Expedia Group. The update includes reminders for rides, Uber Eats room service, and incentives for Uber One members. Additional features like voice search and Vrbo renta…
Diffusor dev; creators of the Drone videos whose thumbnails is shown; devs of Commons; I made the screenshot / Wikimedia (CC BY 4.0)App Store Sees Surge in New App Launches in 2026, Possibly Driven by AI Tools
Data from Appfigures indicates an increase in new app releases on the App Store in 2026, with certain categories showing notable growth. Analysts suggest AI tools may be contributing to this trend by enabling faster app development. Recent incidents highlight challenges in app re…
Robert Sandison / Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 2.0)STATus Report Examines User Engagement Tactics in Sports Betting Apps
In the latest episode of STATus Report, host Alex Hogan explores the mechanisms sports betting apps use to attract and retain users. Hogan shares his personal experience with promotional offers that appeared overly attractive. The segment addresses the broader context of sports b…
Mike Pennington / Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 2.0)Sports Betting Apps Linked to Small Percentage of Users Developing Gambling Problems
A report indicates that while not all users of sports betting apps encounter issues, the large number of participants means even a low rate of problems affects many individuals. The analysis highlights the scale of participation in online sports betting. This situation raises con…