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Media
Adobe’s widely used video editing software Premiere is now available on the iPhone, giving mobile creators access to professional-grade editing tools on the go. The launch follows Adobe’s earlier announcement this month, with an Android version currently in development. Mobile Editing, Professional Features The Premiere mobile app is
Media
On Tuesday, OpenAI unveiled Sora 2, its next-generation audio and video generator, alongside a new social app simply called Sora. The dual launch marks the company’s most ambitious move yet into consumer-facing media platforms, blending cutting-edge generative AI with a TikTok-style feed designed for sharing short, AI-made clips. The
Software Development
The boom in AI-powered “vibe coding” has created breakout startups like Lovable and Replit. Now, a new entrant, Anything, wants to go further — helping non-technical users turn prototypes into production-ready businesses. The Rise of Vibe Coding “Vibe coding” — building apps and websites through natural language prompts instead of traditional code
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Instagram is redesigning its app to put short videos front and center, testing a new Reels-first interface in India and South Korea. What’s Changing in the New Design The experimental layout mirrors the design Instagram recently debuted on its first iPad app. Key changes include: * Reels-first navigation: The Reels
Software Development
In the last decade, improved smartphone cameras fueled the rise of platforms like Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok, turning casual creators into professionals. Now, a startup called Emergent wants to do the same for app development—transforming non-technical users into app builders. Founded by twin brothers Mukund and Madhav Jha, Emergent
Mobile Apps
Google is giving the Play Store its biggest makeover in years, rolling out updates designed to make the app marketplace more personal, engaging, and powered by artificial intelligence. The changes, announced Tuesday, include a redesigned Apps tab, a new You tab for personalized content, upgraded gaming features, and the integration
Design
Adobe is bringing its flagship video editing software Premiere to the iPhone, expanding its mobile creative suite to capture the booming short-form video market. The app is now listed on the App Store with a preorder link and an expected release date of September 30. Desktop Power, Mobile Flexibility Adobe
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After more than a decade of requests, Instagram has finally launched an official iPad app, giving users a proper large-screen experience instead of relying on the iPhone app or the web version. A Big-Screen Experience The new iPad app opens directly to the Reels screen, letting users scroll through short
Media
Fizz, the anonymous social app for college students, is moving into grocery delivery thanks to a new partnership with Gopuff, the company told TechCrunch. The integration will allow students to order everything from late-night snacks to weekly groceries directly within the Fizz app, with delivery times as fast as 15
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
WhatsApp is rolling out a new artificial intelligence feature designed to help users refine their messages before hitting send. The Meta-owned platform announced on Wednesday that its latest tool, “Writing Help,” can rephrase, proofread, or adjust the tone of messages — making it easier to strike the right balance between professional,
Education
Google is expanding the role of its Translate app from a simple translation tool into a more dynamic language learning platform. The company announced that it is rolling out AI-powered practice lessons and live translation features, powered by its Gemini models, aimed at helping users learn, practice, and communicate more
Media
Just two years after its debut as a rival to Twitter, Meta’s Threads has surpassed 400 million monthly active users (MAUs), Instagram head Adam Mosseri announced Tuesday. “As of a few weeks ago we there are more than 400 million people active on Threads every month,” Mosseri wrote in