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A pregnant person sits on the floor in a living room, looking at a smartphone in their hands. In the background, there is a dark sofa with a yellow pillow, along with plants and a framed picture on a sideboard.

Health App Google Health Now Detects Pregnancies

Google Health Introduces New Features for Pregnant Users and Updates for Blood Pressure and Blood Sugar in Version 5.12

With a Catch WhatsApp Tests New Feature: Location in Status

WhatsApp is developing a new feature for status updates that will allow users to easily share their locations on a map.

Tried and Tested WhatsApp Trick Turns GIFs Into Animated Stickers – Here's How It Works

A viral WhatsApp trick turns GIFs into animated stickers. TECHBOOK tested how the method works on the iPhone.

CarPlay on an infotainment display, with an iPhone in front

Voice Control with Gemini Google Brings Its AI Assistant to CarPlay

Google has released the Gemini app for CarPlay, allowing users to operate the AI assistant via the vehicle display.

Function in Progress Apple Maps Will Soon Know How Long You Need to Park

Apple's own mapping service is set to include the time spent searching for parking and the walking distance to the destination in its navigation features.

Android Auto is a popular infotainment system.

New Minimum Requirement Android Auto No Longer Works on These Smartphones

If your phone is too old, navigation with Android Auto might soon stop working. Google is ending support for older devices.

How Instagram Protects Teens on Social Media

Stricter Examination and Control Instagram Tightens Age Verification: AI to Identify Underage Users

Instagram Tightens Age Verification: AI to Detect Minors Using False Birthdates

Close-up of a smartphone display showing a list of apps, including HBO Max, Duolingo, Discord, and Zoom.

Counteroffers with Discounts New iPhone Feature Aims to Deter Users From Canceling Subscriptions

When canceling an iPhone subscription, discounts or free trial periods may soon appear. Apple is allowing new counteroffers.

Health Check DocMorris App Measures Blood Pressure and Pulse via Selfie

The DocMorris app measures blood pressure, pulse, and respiration using a smartphone camera. A study reveals where similar methods have weaknesses.

With Meta AI WhatsApp Tests New AI Photo Editing Feature

WhatsApp Introduces AI-Powered Photo Extension WhatsApp has launched a new AI-powered feature that automatically extends photos beyond their original borders.

Person Looks at Google Earth Images of Paris on Screens

Strict Confidentiality Seven Places Hidden from Us by Google Maps

Google Maps Blurs Certain Locations: TECHBOOK Highlights Seven Examples and Explains What's at These Mysterious Sites

Major Update WhatsApp Opens to Everyone! Invitations Now Work Without an Account

No WhatsApp account? No problem! With the new event feature, even non-users can open invitations and respond directly.

Soon, there will be less chaos in WhatsApp group chats.

Available Immediately WhatsApp Introduces 4 New Group Features: Here's What's Changing

Group chats are a daily routine for many WhatsApp users. However, using them isn't always straightforward. That's about to change.

Microsoft's Authenticator Fell for Fake Apps

Critical Security Flaw Fake Apps Outsmarted Microsoft's Authenticator

Apps like Microsoft Authenticator are designed to protect users. But what happens if the app itself is compromised?

Galaxy S25 Ultra at Samsung Flagship Store Shanghai

News Service Ends Samsung Discontinues Popular App for Galaxy Smartphones

Samsung Ends News Service on Galaxy Devices Samsung is discontinuing its news service on Galaxy devices. This affects the app, widget, and news page on the home screen.

Fake IT Support Hackers Attack via Microsoft Teams: Here Are the Warning Signs

Hackers pose as IT support in Microsoft Teams: How the scam works and how companies can protect themselves.

A seemingly harmless PDF reader becomes a threat to bank customers

More Than 10,000 Downloads Seemingly Harmless App Downloads Dangerous Banking Trojan

A seemingly harmless PDF reader downloads the Anatsa banking trojan. More than 10,000 Android users have installed the app.

Major Change Instagram Wants to Compete With YouTube

Instagram is testing videos up to 90 minutes long. The new format, called "Features," will initially be available to select users in the U.S.

Attention, Prime Customers This Payment Email from Amazon Is a Scam!

Scammers Target Amazon Prime Customers With Fake Payment Error. Here's How to Spot the Phishing Email.

Increased Security WhatsApp to Screen Calls for You in the Future

WhatsApp Plans Practical Call Filter Feature to Give Users More Control

Three New Developments YouTube Revamps Homepage–and Users Are Annoyed

Three changes are coming to YouTube. Users are particularly annoyed by a new Google Lens button in Shorts.

Gmail users should log in regularly, or they risk losing their accounts.

Google Takes Action! Google to Delete Gmail Accounts if Users Don't Act

Your Gmail Account Could Be Deleted: Learn the Rules and How to Protect Your Account

Close-up of a ballet dancer's feet and lower legs in nude tights and pink pointe shoes. The dancer stands on the tips of her shoes, with her feet slightly offset. Pink light illuminates the legs and shoes against a dark background.

Beware of Eliska! WhatsApp Scam Involving Ballerina Leads to Account Theft

WhatsApp Scam with Eliska: A Fake Poll Can Give Criminals Access to Your Account. How Ghost Pairing Works.

A moment of inattention, and the wrong app ends up on your phone.

Dangerous Copy WhatsApp Fake in Play Store Deceives Hundreds of Thousands of Users

A fake version of WhatsApp is circulating in Google's App Store. It has already been downloaded more than half a million times.

Close-up of a smartphone on a wooden surface. The display shows health data, including a BMI of 26.6, a weight of 84.27 kilograms, and a body fat percentage of 16.9 percent. Small trend graphs are visible next to the values.

Subscription After Purchase Sharing Health Data Costs Extra

Withings is now charging new customers for data syncing with Apple Health and Health Connect. Existing customers are not affected.

New Feature for Guests WhatsApp Now Allows Calls Without an Account or App

WhatsApp Now Allows Video Calls Without an Account Guests can be invited via a link and join through a browser.

Requested by Users WhatsApp Messages Can Soon Be Scheduled

If you want to schedule messages on WhatsApp, you'll soon be able to do so. A beta test for Android is currently underway.

Just Criticized AI, Now Kicked Out of the Chat? Claude Fights Back

New Rules Those Who Mistreat Claude Face Account Suspension

Those using Claude from Anthropic should remain polite. Otherwise, the AI may soon have the ability to end conversations abruptly.

Microsoft Cuts Updates Millions of Apple Devices Lose OneDrive Support

Microsoft Raises OneDrive Requirements: These iPhones and iPads Will No Longer Receive New App Updates

Courts to Be Allowed to Block Social Media Profiles in the Future

New Rules Against Deepfakes Courts Should Be Allowed to Block Social Media Accounts

The German government plans new regulations against deepfakes. In severe cases, courts may even be able to suspend social media accounts.