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Video games
fromBusiness Matters
1 day ago

How the Gaming Market Continues to Expand

The gaming market is evolving into a mainstream, influential entertainment industry, driven by mobile gaming and diverse player demographics.
#ai
fromEntrepreneur
21 hours ago
Marketing tech

This AI Agent 'Lives in Your Texts' and Just Wants You to Have Fun

The Nudge is an AI agent that plans and books activities based on user preferences.
Marketing tech
fromExchangewire
4 hours ago

Scaling Success: How AI is Reshaping Publisher Deals

AI is transforming publisher deals by enabling advertisers to find new audiences at scale while maintaining relevance and performance.
Marketing tech
fromExchangewire
4 hours ago

Scaling Success: How AI is Reshaping Publisher Deals

AI is transforming publisher deals by enabling advertisers to find new audiences at scale while maintaining relevance and performance.
Mobile UX
fromGSMArena.com
24 minutes ago

Samsung expands One UI 8.5 beta program to the Galaxy S23, Fold5, Flip5, and A36

Samsung is expanding the One UI 8.5 beta program to more devices including Galaxy S23 series, Z Fold5, Z Flip5, and A36.
Marketing
fromAdExchanger
8 hours ago

The Price And Promo Paradox; YouTube's Interactive TV Push | AdExchanger

Online advertisers must balance product pricing and ad spending to maintain market presence and customer engagement.
Digital life
fromTechSpot
1 day ago

Which mobile app was the first to reach 1 billion users?

Reaching a billion monthly active users signifies a software's essential role in daily life and digital interaction.
Gadgets
fromGSMArena.com
1 day ago

OnePlus' gaming handheld design and key specs leaked

OnePlus is reportedly planning to enter the gaming handheld market with a new device featuring an 8-inch display and MediaTek Dimensity chipset.
Dining
fromFortune
17 hours ago

Phones banned at the bar: Why Gen Z is actually cheering the no-screen dining movement | Fortune

The trend of phone-free dining is growing, appealing to younger patrons and promoting intimacy and focus on food.
#samsung
Tech industry
fromGSMArena.com
22 hours ago

Samsung issues record-breaking Q1 earnings guidance

Samsung expects over $38 billion in Q1 2026 operating profits, driven by its semiconductor division, marking a 753% increase from Q1 2025.
Mobile UX
fromFast Company
19 hours ago

Samsung is shutting down its texting app for U.S. customers

Samsung Messages will be discontinued in July for U.S. customers, urging users to switch to Google Messages for a consistent experience.
Mobile UX
fromTechRepublic
2 days ago

Samsung to Shut Down Its Messaging App, Switch to Google Messages in July

Samsung will discontinue its messaging app in July 2026, replacing it with Google Messages as the default on Galaxy devices.
Tech industry
fromGSMArena.com
22 hours ago

Samsung issues record-breaking Q1 earnings guidance

Samsung expects over $38 billion in Q1 2026 operating profits, driven by its semiconductor division, marking a 753% increase from Q1 2025.
Mobile UX
fromFast Company
19 hours ago

Samsung is shutting down its texting app for U.S. customers

Samsung Messages will be discontinued in July for U.S. customers, urging users to switch to Google Messages for a consistent experience.
Mobile UX
fromTechRepublic
2 days ago

Samsung to Shut Down Its Messaging App, Switch to Google Messages in July

Samsung will discontinue its messaging app in July 2026, replacing it with Google Messages as the default on Galaxy devices.
Board games
fromEngadget
22 hours ago

No Man's Sky now has Pokemon-style creature battles

No Man's Sky introduces Xeno Arena, allowing players to engage in turn-based battles with adopted creatures, enhancing gameplay with strategic elements.
Roam Research
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Inside Niantic Spatial's audacious plan to scan the world

Robots require accurate, up-to-date maps for effective navigation and task performance in urban environments.
Angular
fromMedium
1 day ago

Build an AI app for chat and messaging

Building an AI chat app requires a structured approach from architecture to production using Hope AI and BitCloud.
#netflix
Games
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Netflix launches a standalone app for kids' games | TechCrunch

Netflix launches Netflix Playground, a standalone app for kids' games, featuring an ad-free experience and offline access.
Games
fromGadgets 360
2 days ago

Netflix Launches Playground App to Take on Apple Arcade

Netflix launched Netflix Playground, a kid-friendly app for children under eight, featuring interactive games and a safe, ad-free environment.
Games
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Netflix just added free games for kids to your subscription. Here's how to access them

Netflix Playground is a new app for children that allows interactive experiences with favorite characters from popular shows.
Games
fromEngadget
2 days ago

Netflix just released a standalone gaming app for kids

Netflix launched Playground, a free gaming app for kids under eight, featuring no ads or in-app purchases and an offline mode.
Games
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

Netflix is launching a new app for kids games

Netflix launches Netflix Playground, a family-friendly gaming app for kids under eight, included in subscriptions with no ads or in-app purchases.
Games
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Netflix launches a standalone app for kids' games | TechCrunch

Netflix launches Netflix Playground, a standalone app for kids' games, featuring an ad-free experience and offline access.
Games
fromGadgets 360
2 days ago

Netflix Launches Playground App to Take on Apple Arcade

Netflix launched Netflix Playground, a kid-friendly app for children under eight, featuring interactive games and a safe, ad-free environment.
Games
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Netflix just added free games for kids to your subscription. Here's how to access them

Netflix Playground is a new app for children that allows interactive experiences with favorite characters from popular shows.
Games
fromEngadget
2 days ago

Netflix just released a standalone gaming app for kids

Netflix launched Playground, a free gaming app for kids under eight, featuring no ads or in-app purchases and an offline mode.
Games
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

Netflix is launching a new app for kids games

Netflix launches Netflix Playground, a family-friendly gaming app for kids under eight, included in subscriptions with no ads or in-app purchases.
fromwww.socialmediatoday.com
2 days ago

X expands AI translations and adds in-stream photo editing

X's new AI-powered auto-translate option will enable users worldwide to read posts from other regions, enhancing accessibility and engagement across diverse languages.
Social media marketing
Mindfulness
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

Psychology explains people who always keep their phone on silent aren't hard to reach - they're hard to interrupt, and the difference between those two things is the difference between a person who decides when to be available and one who simply is, always, at whatever cost - Silicon Canals

Smartphone notifications disrupt concentration for about seven seconds, leading to significant cognitive costs beyond the immediate interruption.
fromReadWrite
2 days ago

Prediction markets disrupt tribal gaming law balance, experts say

"Today, our Board took decisive action to protect what generations before us fought to build. These so-called prediction markets are an attempt to bypass tribal authority and recast gambling as a financial product. We will not allow that. We will stand united to defend tribal sovereignty and the integrity of Indian gaming."
SF politics
Privacy technologies
fromTechRepublic
5 days ago

Android Alert: 50 Google Play Apps Linked to 'NoVoice' Malware Reached 2.3M Downloads

NoVoice malware infiltrated Google Play Store, downloaded over 2.3 million times, exposing sensitive data on millions of devices.
Online Community Development
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

As people look for ways to make new friends, here are the apps promising to help | TechCrunch

The rise of friendship apps addresses increasing loneliness and social isolation, providing platforms for meaningful connections among individuals.
fromeLearning
1 week ago
Online learning

Enhancing Learner Engagement Across AI-Powered Learning Platforms - eLearning

Active, data-driven experiences enhance digital education, but engagement and consistency remain challenges for learners.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Six great reads: the OnlyFans legacy, stolen cargo and Meta's creepy' glasses

Leonid Radvinsky's death leaves a void in the leadership of OnlyFans, a platform that has transformed the adult content landscape. His secretive management style and the controversies surrounding the site have raised questions about its future direction and stability.
Photography
Media industry
fromAndroid Police
1 week ago

A fast-growing trend is having a big impact on Android entertainment apps

Short Drama apps are transforming the entertainment app market, with increased ad revenue and a shift towards ad-supported models.
Video games
fromKotaku
20 hours ago

Sci-Fi Extraction Shooter Lasted Three Weeks Before Announcing Shutdown

Live-service games often fail, leading to financial losses and shutdowns shortly after launch, as seen with The Cube, Save Us.
Marketing
fromFast Company
19 hours ago

Consumer electronics are innovative but lack imagination

Consumer electronics have become less exciting despite advancements, as brands focus on specifications rather than meaningful storytelling.
Board games
fromVG247
3 days ago

Heartopia celebrates 30 million downloads with new outfits, permanent price cuts

Heartopia celebrates 30 million downloads with The Whimsical Tea Party event, featuring new outfits, building materials, and reduced prices for pet outfits.
Apple
fromMarTech
2 days ago

Apple Maps' ads shift focus to context and intent | MarTech

Apple is introducing ads in Maps, creating a new competitive landscape for marketers against Google with a focus on contextual targeting.
#handheld-gaming
Digital life
fromZDNET
2 days ago

I tested Gemini on Android Auto and now I can't stop talking to it: 5 tasks it nails

Gemini is now integrated into Android Auto, providing answers to both simple and complex queries effectively.
Video games
fromArs Technica
1 day ago

Valve brings native Steam Link app to Apple's Vision Pro

Steam Link is coming to Apple's Vision Pro, enabling wireless streaming of traditional games from Steam libraries on nearby Macs or PCs.
Marketing tech
fromBusiness Matters
2 days ago

The Business of iGaming: Balancing Compliance and Growth for UK Tech Affiliates in 2026

UK gambling market faces regulatory challenges, but compliance can provide a competitive edge for small tech companies and marketing partners.
Online learning
fromeLearning Industry
6 days ago

Microlearning Solutions For Mobile: How L&D Leaders Build Engaging, In-The-Flow-Of-Work Learning

Mobile microlearning solutions effectively address time scarcity and fragmented attention, providing quick, accessible training for modern employees.
Mobile UX
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

You can now turn 2D apps into 3D while using the Galaxy XR headset

Android XR introduces auto-spatialization, transforming 2D content into 3D experiences for Galaxy XR headsets.
Games
fromKotaku
1 day ago

Pokemon Champions: Launch Time, Subscription, And More

Pokémon Champions is a new competitive battle simulator launching on April 8, designed to simplify competitive play for newcomers.
#app-store
Apple
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

App Store Submissions Have Surged 84%. Now Apple Is Declaring War on Vibe Coding.

Vibe coding tools are causing a surge in app submissions, straining Apple's review process and leading to increased approval times.
Apple
fromFast Company
2 days ago

The Apple App store is seeing an unexpected phenomenon. Is vibe coding behind it?

The surge in new apps on Apple's App Store is driven by 'vibe coding' using AI tools for faster app development.
Apple
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

App Store Submissions Have Surged 84%. Now Apple Is Declaring War on Vibe Coding.

Vibe coding tools are causing a surge in app submissions, straining Apple's review process and leading to increased approval times.
Apple
fromFast Company
2 days ago

The Apple App store is seeing an unexpected phenomenon. Is vibe coding behind it?

The surge in new apps on Apple's App Store is driven by 'vibe coding' using AI tools for faster app development.
fromwww.engadget.com
6 days ago

Apple Arcade just got two indie gems

Dredge+ is the complete edition of the game, with all released DLC content. This is pretty much a perfect video game that combines fishing with bone-chilling horror.
Board games
#gaming
Marketing tech
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 day ago

Optimove Acquires Smartico in iGaming CRM Consolidation Play

Optimove is acquiring Smartico, enhancing its position in the iGaming CRM market with a focus on gamification-led marketing.
Mobile UX
fromEngadget
1 day ago

WhatsApp adds a better, native interface for CarPlay

Meta has improved WhatsApp for CarPlay with a native interface and enhanced features for user accessibility.
fromKotaku
1 day ago

Canceled Game 'Would Have Been Crimson Desert' Says Avalanche Head

I haven't played Crimson Desert enough, but we had everything that I've seen from Crimson Desert in the plans for that game. It was signed with a big publisher that has a lot of famous IPs...And then they just changed business direction again and wanted to focus on their existing IPs instead of new ones. They broke up with us on a text message, which I will never forgive them for.
Video games
Apple
fromEngadget
1 day ago

Movie tracking app Binge uses Apple's Live Activities to warn about jump scares

Binge app warns users about jump scares in horror movies using Apple's Live Activities feature.
Poker
fromBusiness Matters
3 weeks ago

How Crash-Style Gaming Platforms Are Driving Digital Revenue

Crash-style games generate substantial revenue through rapid game cycles, minimal operating costs, and high player engagement driven by simple mechanics and fast-paced gameplay.
Information security
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 weeks ago

How Tencent is implementing AI in game development - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

AI competition has shifted from research to real-world gaming applications, with Tencent leading through 21 AI sessions at GDC 2026, demonstrating comprehensive integration across game development, player experience, and anti-cheat systems.
#apple
Apple
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

Apple is Smart to Hold the Line Amid the AI-Coded App Boom

Apple's cautious AI strategy prioritizes app integrity and transparency over rapid adoption of AI-coded applications.
Apple
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

Apple is Smart to Hold the Line Amid the AI-Coded App Boom

Apple's cautious AI strategy prioritizes app integrity and transparency over rapid adoption of AI-coded applications.
Apple
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

Apple Holds Steady: UBS Keeps Neutral Rating as App Store Growth Slows to 7% in March Quarter

Apple's App Store growth has slowed to 7%, raising concerns about its Services segment's momentum despite a steady overall growth forecast.
fromGSMArena.com
2 days ago

Google is launching a Pixel that's exclusive to one market

Google's official X account for Japan has released a teaser image, suggesting a new device that is likely a unique colorway of the Pixel 10a.
Mobile UX
Marketing tech
fromForbes
1 day ago

The More Things Change, The More Marketing Stays The Same

The media landscape evolves, but core challenges for marketers remain consistent over time.
#google-play-store
Mobile UX
fromGSMArena.com
2 days ago

You can now search through reviews on the Google Play Store

Google Play Store introduces a search bar in the reviews section for easier keyword searches within app reviews.
Mobile UX
fromGSMArena.com
2 days ago

You can now search through reviews on the Google Play Store

Google Play Store introduces a search bar in the reviews section for easier keyword searches within app reviews.
Video games
fromKotaku
5 days ago

Peak Devs Call Out Entitled Gamers Who Want Endless Free Updates

Endless support for games is not guaranteed; updates are considered a bonus, not a right.
Marketing tech
fromThe Globe and Mail
1 day ago

Opinion: Ads are coming to AI chats. Behold as the Internet is ruined all over again

OpenAI is expanding its advertising efforts in AI, following trends set by social media companies to generate revenue.
Games
fromEngadget
1 day ago

Sony is starting a weird service that scans people to put them in PlayStation games

Sony's The Playerbase initiative allows fans to have their likenesses scanned for use in PlayStation games.
fromGadgets 360
3 days ago

Red Magic Gaming Tablet 5 Pro Launch Timeline Revealed

General Manager Jiang Chao confirmed in a Weibo post that the Red Magic Gaming Tablet 5 Pro will launch in China in April or May 2026. Chao claimed that the Red Magic Gaming Tablet 5 Pro 'is amazing! It will definitely not disappoint you.'
Mobile UX
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

150 million users later, Roblox competitor Rec Room is shutting down

"We never quite figured out how to make Rec Room a sustainably profitable business, and our costs always ended up overwhelming the revenue we brought in."
Video games
Marketing tech
fromPhocuswire
in 2 months

AI pulls travel brands deeper into commerce media

AI is transforming digital advertising in travel by enabling commerce media, allowing brands to leverage first-party data for targeted ads.
Games
fromGadgets 360
6 days ago

Google Pixel 10 Users Can Now Play Steam Games Offline via GameNative

GameNative v0.9.0 introduces PowerVR GPU support for Pixel 10, enabling reliable Steam game emulation on the device.
Marketing tech
fromFast Company
2 days ago

In the age of AI agents, your customer may still buy from you, but they may no longer visit you

The rise of AI agents is shifting customer interactions away from traditional company-controlled interfaces.
Mobile UX
fromGSMArena.com
3 days ago

Weekly deals: the Galaxy S26 series comes with gift cards, Pixel 9 series units resurface

Samsung Galaxy S26 series offers gift cards and trade-in bonuses, while older Pixel phones are available at competitive prices.
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Power-washing, pool-cleaning and mowing: Why millions are playing games about mundane jobs

"We want to make the Graham Norton of video games," says Kirsty Rigden, the chief executive of Brighton-based FuturLab, which makes PowerWash Simulator. Aspiring to emulate a talkshow host who has a reputation for being affable rather than for setting pulses racing is perhaps an unusual ambition for a gaming studio.
Games
Mobile UX
fromGSMArena.com
4 days ago

Five years on, we still miss LG phones

LG officially exited the smartphone business on April 5, 2021, marking the end of its phone production by May 2021.
Games
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Why is gaming becoming so expensive? The answer is found in AI

PlayStation 5 prices have risen significantly due to increased demand for computing power driven by AI, alongside global economic disruptions.
Mobile UX
fromTECHBOOK
5 days ago

Ads on Honor Phones-Soon in Europe?!

Honor smartphones may soon feature ads in pre-installed apps, expanding from the Middle East to Europe.
#fortnite
Games
fromGadgets 360
3 weeks ago

Fortnite Returns to Google Play Store for Android Users Worldwide

Fortnite returns to Google Play Store worldwide after years of absence, ending the need for sideloading on Android devices following Epic Games' legal settlement with Google.
Games
fromGadgets 360
3 weeks ago

Fortnite Returns to Google Play Store for Android Users Worldwide

Fortnite returns to Google Play Store worldwide after years of absence, ending the need for sideloading on Android devices following Epic Games' legal settlement with Google.
Tech industry
fromGSMArena.com
1 month ago

Meta is now targeting mobile users first with Metaverse

Meta has shifted Horizon Worlds to a mobile-first product while separating it from Quest VR, refocusing VR on third-party content and cutting Reality Labs staff.
History
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

Your Phone Is a Slot Machine

Gambling is deeply embedded in American life, historically popular yet frequently condemned for moral reasons and links to crime and politics.
#game-trials
Games
fromGSMArena.com
3 weeks ago

Google Play Games now lets you try the full version before you buy

Google Play Games introduces Game Trials for free testing of paid games, Community Posts for player discussion, Sidekick AI overlay for in-game tips, and expands paid game catalog with cross-platform play.
Games
fromEngadget
4 weeks ago

Google Play will let you try a game before you buy it

Google Play introduces Game Trials allowing free trial periods for paid games, Gemini-powered Play Games Sidekick for in-game assistance, and expanded indie game offerings with PC optimization.
Games
fromGSMArena.com
3 weeks ago

Google Play Games now lets you try the full version before you buy

Google Play Games introduces Game Trials for free testing of paid games, Community Posts for player discussion, Sidekick AI overlay for in-game tips, and expands paid game catalog with cross-platform play.
Games
fromEngadget
4 weeks ago

Google Play will let you try a game before you buy it

Google Play introduces Game Trials allowing free trial periods for paid games, Gemini-powered Play Games Sidekick for in-game assistance, and expanded indie game offerings with PC optimization.
Mobile UX
fromThedrum
3 weeks ago

Admix powering AR In-Play ads in Reality Clash mobile game

Reality Gaming Group and Admix integrate In-Play ads into Reality Clash AR mobile game using proprietary rendering technology that maintains gameplay performance.
#mobile-gaming
fromEngadget
2 months ago
Video games

Samsung's refreshed Mobile Gaming Hub is trying to make it easier to discover new games

fromEngadget
2 months ago
Video games

Samsung's refreshed Mobile Gaming Hub is trying to make it easier to discover new games

Games
fromTechCrunch
4 weeks ago

Google Play is adding new paid and PC games, game trials, community posts, and more | TechCrunch

Google Play expands gaming offerings with paid indie games, game trials, cross-platform play, wishlists, and community features to create a comprehensive gaming hub.
Marketing
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

How Digital Gaming Trends Are Reshaping Modern Entertainment Businesses

Crypto-enabled digital gaming transforms audience behavior, monetization, and engagement strategies for entertainment businesses by enabling transparency, speed, personalization, and new payment models.
#mobile-apps
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Jest, a marketplace for messaging games, is challenging the app store status quo | TechCrunch

Mobile game developers have largely been locked into app store distribution as the primary way to reach players. RCS games live in the messaging inbox, the stickiest surface on mobile, where people are already spending huge amounts of time talking to friends and family. We're building on an interaction pattern people already use every day.
Mobile UX
fromAndroid Police
1 month ago

I played 50 terrible games to find the only way to make mobile ads work

During my week-long binge, I played games that paused their own tutorials to run ads. I saw endless fake X icons and banners that hid the close button under the iPhone's Dynamic Island. Now, I'm not against ads, but I hate it when they feel like a penalty. I'm a gamer, and from what I've seen, PC and console games integrate ads much better. If mobile devs followed suit, mobile games might finally climb out of the mess they're in.
Marketing tech
Marketing tech
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

The in-game advertising landscape: It isn't child's play

In-game advertising integrates branded placements into game environments to reach a large, mature gaming audience, but requires data-driven strategy for effectiveness.
Mobile UX
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Consumers spent more on mobile apps than games in 2025, driven by AI app adoption | TechCrunch

In 2025, global consumer spending on non-game mobile apps exceeded spending on games for the first time, driven largely by rapid generative AI adoption and revenue growth.
Mobile UX
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

Why Users Prefer Apps Over Browsers for Daily Digital Tasks

Mobile apps have become the primary interface for daily digital tasks, prioritizing convenience, continuity, and efficiency over the openness of the traditional web.
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