TechCrunch

Pixi’s new iOS app turns text messages into interactive AR experiences

Forget stickers, GIFs, and emoji reactions. Pixi is betting that the next evolution of messaging is interactive augmented reality (AR). The startup launched its messaging-native app on the App Store ...
The New York Times

How to Remove Apps You Never Use (or at Least Hide Them)

If you need space back on your phone or tablet, removing built-in and unused apps can help free up storage and reduce screen clutter. By J. D. Biersdorfer J.D. Biersdorfer writes about how to get more ...
USA Today

Are budgeting apps safe? What to know before linking your accounts

Most well-known budgeting apps use strong security like bank-level encryption to protect user data. Budgeting apps typically have "read-only" access, meaning they can view transactions but cannot move ...
ZDNet

I switched to MyRadar as my main Android Auto weather app and don't regret it

I wore the world's first HDR10 smart glasses TCL's new E Ink tablet beats the Remarkable and Kindle Anker's new charger is one of the most unique I've ever seen Best laptop cooling pads Best flip ...
Ars Technica

Weather-monitoring firm hangs dark cloud over customers’ heads by forcing new app

Weather-monitoring company AcuRite is forcing device owners to use a new companion app on May 30, frustrating some long-time customers. AcuRite, which sells devices such as weather stations, indoor ...
CNN

Why we’re launching the CNN Weather app

I know you don’t think you need another weather app. You already have too many – the default one on your phone, a radar app, a severe weather app and others that give you 47 data points before your ...
Geeky Gadgets

Why AI Creators Are Switching to Structured JSON Prompts in Nano Banana 2

Mastering JSON prompt engineering with Nano Banana 2 (NB2) offers a structured method for refining AI-generated content. According to AI Master, JSON organizes data into labeled fields such as ...
Android Police

I finally found the only weather app that actually knows when it's going to rain in my neighborhood

I've been an Android user for my entire smartphone-using life. I've been writing for Android Police since 2021 with a focus on smartphones, tablets, and smart home technology. In addition to writing ...
MacRumors

Apple Weather App Experiencing Outage [Update: Fixed]

If you've noticed the Apple Weather app isn't loading weather data right now, you're not alone. The app appears to be experiencing an outage. According to Apple's System Status page, the Weather app ...
Digital Trends

I tried this Pokémon-inspired weather app, and checking the weather now feels like a Pokédex hunt

Weather apps are usually one of the most boring things on your phone. You open one, glance at the temperature, maybe check if it is going to rain, and close it without a second thought. SkyDex tries ...
TechCrunch

Google quietly launched an AI dictation app that works offline

Update (April 7, 10:30 p.m. PT): The company has updated the app store listing and removed references to the Android app. But it also added that the iOS keyboard is coming soon. The app is free to ...