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The VergeLux Optics Releases Halide Mark III Camera App for iPhone and iPad
Lux Optics has released Halide Mark III, a camera application for iPhone and iPad that includes a film simulation engine. The app was first announced in December 2024.
techjuice.pkDuckDuckGo Reports 30% Rise in U.S. App Installs After Google Search Update
DuckDuckGo said U.S. app installs rose 18.1% week-over-week from May 20 to May 25 and peaked at 30.5% on May 25. The company attributed the increase to users seeking an option to avoid AI features in search results.
nypost.comApp Offers 10-Minute Lessons on AI, Finance, History
Nibble provides short lessons on more than 20 subjects. A five-year subscription is available for $39.97 through May 31.
AppLovin Launches Social Media App Gist After TikTok Bid
AppLovin released a new social media app called Gist this month. The app requires a referral code and features photo carousels, videos, and mini-games. It follows the company's unsuccessful attempt to purchase TikTok.
WiredInstagram Rolls Out Instants Feature and Standalone App for Disappearing Photos
The company launched Instants globally on Wednesday as an in-app feature within Instagram's direct messages and as a separate app in select countries. The format lets users share unedited photos taken only with the in-app camera that disappear after one view or 24 hours and canno…
Usa TodaySpotify Experiences Outage Affecting Thousands of Users
A Spotify outage on May 12 disrupted service for tens of thousands of mobile app users. The company confirmed it was investigating the issue after users began reporting problems around 1 p.m. ET. The outage coincided with the launch of a new feature allowing users to review their…
New York PostBumble to Remove Swipe and Women-First Messaging Features
Bumble announced it will eliminate its swipe-to-match feature and the optional requirement that women message first in heterosexual matches. The changes, set to begin rolling out in select markets in the fourth quarter of 2026, are part of a shift toward artificial intelligence-d…
marketwatch.comVenmo Tests App Redesign With Default Private Posts for New Users
Venmo has begun testing a redesign of its mobile app that changes the default privacy setting for new users so their payment posts are visible only to friends instead of the public. The company said the update gives users more visibility and control over shared information during…
Usa TodayFanDuel Investigating Technical Difficulties Preventing App Access
The FanDuel app became inaccessible for users on Thursday evening. The company's customer support account stated it is investigating the issue in coordination with its service provider. FanDuel is one of the most popular gambling apps in the United States.
techcentral.co.zaForbes Releases Updated Mobile App for iPhone and iPad
Forbes Media LLC has released a new version of its mobile application for iOS devices. The app provides access to business news, insights and journalism with features including enhanced search, article saving and tabbed navigation. The update follows a major redesign in December…
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…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewSports 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…