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Twitter Launches A New Web Interface With A New Emoji Button

Twitter, one of the most popular social networks, along with Facebook, launches a new web interface for its web-based version with new features and visuals, including a new emoji button. Besides, there are also new shortcuts added to the interface, plus some a revamped trending section.

Twitter announced that the new web interface is already available for some of the users of the social network. The web-based Twitter version would ask the eligible users to try the new GUI if they want. Twitter, even though noted that the new web interface would roll out for everybody in the future, did not reveal when the new Twitter would launch globally.

“A new twitter.com is coming. Some of you got an opt-in to try it now. Check out the emoji button, quick keyboard shortcuts, upgraded trends, advanced search, and more. Let us know your thoughts,” stated Twitter.

Twitter Launches A New Web Interface With A New Emoji Button and More

Among the most significant updates the new web interface brings, there are tiny shortcuts to make tweeting easier, a large emoji button for users to add emojis much more comfortable than before,  a redesigned trending section, and small aesthetic updates that impact the conversation windows on Twitter.

Twitter concentrated its web-based version into only two columns (from three columns, before), and now, with the new updates, it would be straightforward for users to read and post tweets.

However, keep in mind that this new web interface that Twitter already rolled out for some of its users doesn’t represent the previously announced updates that would include status updates and reply functionality. These two features are not yet available in the final versions of Twitter. Also, we don’t know how many users would enjoy the new and revamped Twitter web interface. Those who are eligible will receive an option in their Twitter accounts to switch to the new GUI.

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Pokemon Go Community Day of February 2019 Already Announced by Niantic

As February is about one week away, it’s the ideal time for Niantic to tease us with details about the Pokemon Go Community Day of February 2019. And indeed, Niantic announced new information on the next event in Pokemon Go which would take place Saturday, February 16th.

“Get out and play together in your local community parks on Pokemon Go Community Day. For just a few hours each month, you can encounter a special Pokemon in the wild. During these hours, there’s a chance to learn a previously unavailable move for that Pokemon or its Evolution, as well as earn some Community Day bonuses. Celebrate what it means to be a part of the Pokemon GO community and make new friends along the way,” explained Niantic the concept of Pokemon Go Community Day.

The Pokemon Go Community Day of February 2019 would feature Swinub Pokemon. It would appear more frequently in the wild, and players can grab a Shiny Swinub during the event, too.

Pokemon Go Community Day of February 2019 Already Announced by Niantic

Any Swinub will evolve Mamoswine, its final form, within hours after the event ends. It would also learn a special move, but Niantic did not mention which one would that be. Mamoswine was one of the evolved forms released in Pokemon Go along with the fourth-generation titles. To develop a Swinub into Mamoswine you’d need the Sinnoh Stone, a newly introduced evolutionary item in Pokemon Go.

You can gain a Sinnoh Stone via Trainer Battles, during Pokemon Go Community Day events when coaches have the chance to get up to five Sinnoh Stones by fighting other players.

Pokemon Go Community Day of February 2019 would take place on February 16th between 2 PM and 5 PM ET (10 AM – 1 PM UTC for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa). It would feature Swinub and its Shiny version, as well.

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Fuchsia OS That Will Replace Android, Eventually, Can Run on Google Pixel 3 Smartphones

The best part of Google’s Android smartphones is that they always get the most recent Android updates first and these patches are guaranteed for three years. While Google is still working on its Fuchsia OS which will eventually replace Android on smart devices, an indie developer proved that Google Pixel 3 smartphones could already run Fuchsia OS.

About Fuchsia OS

Fuchsia OS is Google’s future operating system for smartphones, tablets, laptops, smart speakers, IoT devices, as well as other gadgets. Fuchsia OS would eventually replace Android on these devices. However, Google did not officially reveal much on which devices would run Fuchsia, but we should expect it to replace Android and Chrome OS.

All we know about Fuchsia OS comes from recent leaks and rumors. We know, for example, how Fuchsia would look like in its first versions and that it can boot on several devices, but, for the moment, we can’t use it instead of Android or Chrome OS.

However, an indie developer installed Fuchsia OS on a Google Pixel 3 smartphone.

Fuchsia OS Can Run on Google Pixel 3 Smartphones

According to a recent blog post by 9to5Google, an indie developer managed to install and run Fuchsia OS on his Google Pixel 3 XL smartphone. The tech news portal reminds us that we’re still in the early days of booting Fuchsia OS and Android smartphones, so we shouldn’t try that ourselves.

“This includes booting the Zircon kernel (the absolute minimum software needed to run a device) via fastboot and displaying the Zircon virtual console (think like a command line) on the Pixel 3 XL screen. This console is the only UI though, as it doesn’t tap into any of the other layers of Fuchsia yet. There’s also no way to interact with the virtual console, as there’s no touch or USB support of any kind,” reported 9to5Google.

Fuchsia OS would come out in a few years, even though an exact release date is yet to be announced. The experiment the indie developer conducted proves that current Android smartphones would also be able to run Fuchsia when it rolls out.

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iOS 12.1.3 Update Launched With Bug Fixes and Security Improvements

Yesterday, January 22nd, Apple rolled out new updates for its operating systems, such as iOS 12.1.3, macOS 10.14.3, watchOS 5.1.3, and tvOS 12.1.2. Today we’ll talk about iOS 12.1.3 and what it would bring. All these releases do not come with new features or visual changes, but, under the hood, they boast several bug fixes and improvements in stability and performance, as well as some security patches.

iOS 12.1.3 comes out to fix a scrolling bug in Messages, an audio-related issue in iPad Pro, and the graphical error that occurs in some photos. Also, the new iOS 12.1.3 resolved the disconnecting bug that affects CarPlay for the users of iPhone XS, XS Max, or iPhone XR devices.

The new iOS 12.1.3 also addresses some bugs related to Apple’s HomePod smart speaker.

iOS 12.1.3 Update Launched With Bug Fixes and Security Improvements

According to the official iOS 12.1.3 release notes, this update:

  • Fixes an issue in Messages that could impact scrolling through photos in the Details view
  • Addresses an issue where photos could have striped artifacts after being sent from the Share Sheet
  • Fixes an issue that may cause audio distortion when using external audio input devices on iPad Pro (2018)
  • Resolves an issue that could cause specific CarPlay systems to disconnect from iPhone XR, iPhone XS, and iPhone XS Max
  • Fixes an issue that could cause HomePod to restart
  • Addresses an issue that could cause Siri to stop listening

In short, iOS 12.1.3 update is only boasting several under the hood changes and improvements, so we’ll not get new features or any visuals changes.

Apple Also Revealed Some Changes The New macOS 10.14.3 Brings

Also a minor release designed to fix some bugs and bring some improvements, macOS 10.14.3 update, according to Apple, comes with improved “security, stability, and compatibility of your Mac and includes the following enterprise content: when making a file-sharing connection that uses a valid Kerberos TGT to authenticate, users are no longer prompted to enter credentials.”

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Private Internet Access VPN 1.7.3.1 for Android Rolled Out With New Changes

VPN solutions are useful when we want to access geographically-blocked apps and sites or navigate the Internet privately. A VPN hides our IP address and encrypts the traffic. Private Internet Access VPN for Android is one of the best VPN solutions for that system, and the latest Private Internet Access VPN 1.7.3.1 rolled out with new changes and improvements.

Private Internet Access VPN is deemed as the world’s leading VPN proxy service for Android. PIA VPN comes with high speeds, unlimited bandwidth, support for five devices at the same time, no traffic logs, and 24/7 professional customer support.

“There have been several Editors’ Choice VPN services recently, as one product tops the next, but Private Internet Access out-performs and out-features the competition. With 4.5 stars, Private Internet Access sets the bar high and is truly the Editors’ Choice, trumping all our previous favorites,” wrote PC Mag in its Private Internet Access VPN review.

Private Internet Access VPN 1.7.3.1 for Android Rolled Out With New Changes

Private Internet Access VPN cost only $3.33 per month (with the one-year plan) or $6.95 if you choose to pay for it on a monthly basis. Among its features, Private Internet Access VPN comes with IP cloaking, WiFi security, traffic encryption, and many more.

The new Private Internet Access VPN 1.7.3.1 for Android rolled out yesterday with a whole bunch of new changes and improvements. According to the official release notes of the update, Private Internet Access 1.7.3.1 for Android comes with:

  • New design for Android TV
  • Option to launch VPN upon app update
  • Notification tile improvements
  • Support for Custom DNS in the VPN tunnel has been added
  • Improved connectivity when moving between networks
  • TV users can now select which apps to exclude from the VPN
  • The Google Play Store version of our app no longer include MACE due to Google Play Store policies.
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