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A New "Third-Party Chats" Option Arrives in Europe Illustration: Tech Bird For the first time, WhatsApp is being required to open its doors. A new, opt-in feature called "Third-Party Chats" is rolling out to users in the European Union. This function will allow you to send and receive messages from people on other messaging platforms (like BirdyChat or Haiket) directly from within your WhatsApp application. This isn't just a new feature; it's a fundamental change to how messaging apps operate, moving away from the "walled garden" model where apps only talk to themselves. The "Why": Complying with the Digital Markets Act (DMA) This change is not a voluntary move by Meta, WhatsApp's parent company. It is a direct requirement of the European Union's Digital Markets Act (DMA). This legislation identifies large tech platforms (dubbed "gatekeepers") and imposes rules to ensure a more competitive and fair digital market. One of...

Galaxy S26 Plus Leaked Renders: Is Orange the New Black? Leaked render of the orange Galaxy S26 Plus design. Image: OnLeaks x AndroidHeadlines After shaky rumors about the presence of the Galaxy S26 Plus, new design renders have come from an authentic leakster, solidifying the existence of the 'Plus' model. The famous collaboration duo, OnLeaks x AndroidHeadlines, has now shared CAD renders of the upcoming middle child of the Galaxy S26 series, suggesting a new bold look for the S26 Plus. A Redesigned Camera Housing Ends 'Edge' Rumors Today, the new leaked renders by Android Headlines, in collaboration with OnLeaks , solidify the presence of the Galaxy S26 Plus in Samsung's upcoming flagship series. Previously, leaks suggested the introduction of a Galaxy S26 Edge in place of the Plus model. However, this has been contradicted by recent reports, which not only share the demise of the S26 Edge plan but also suggest these last-minute changes led to a delay of the even...

Image: Balázs Kétyi / Unsplash For years, expanding a book into global markets meant a significant financial gamble for independent authors. Professional translation is a high-skill craft, and its cost—often running into thousands of dollars for a single novel—creates a barrier most KDP authors can't cross. Amazon's new AI-powered Kindle Translate tool aims to tear down that barrier. This new service, currently in beta for select authors, is integrated directly into the KDP dashboard. It offers a path to creating multilingual eBooks at a speed and (for now) a cost that human translation simply cannot match. But is it the right choice for your book? What is AI Kindle Translate? Kindle Translate is an AI-powered service that authors can use to translate their existing KDP eBooks. Here are the key facts: It is a beta program available to a limited number of KDP authors. During the beta, the service is being offered for free. The pricing model after the beta period ends has not be...

It’s not just notifications anymore. Send voice, see photos, and get stickers right from your watch. WhatsApp's new watchOS 10 app with voice messages in action. Image: Meta | Licensed by: Kinghacks365 Hey, Apple Watch users! You no longer need to rely on the basic mirror app for WhatsApp notifications. The messaging app, WhatsApp, has just launched an official companion app for the Apple Watch. Now you can get all your notifications and actually interact by sending and receiving voice messages, syncing chat history, and starting new conversations directly from your wrist. Today, parent company Meta announced the long-awaitedofficial WhatsApp companion app for Apple Watch , which now lets you not only see notifications from your chats but also interact with them. This new app lets you easily chat with your recipients using voice messages, text, call notifications, and even share media and stickers. This new app is a complete advantage for a better experience directly from your w...

Chrome's New “Enhanced Autofill”: Is Your Passport Data Really Safe?  Your passport is now just another field in Chrome's autofill. Illustration: Tech Bird Google has just rolled out a major expansion to its autofill feature, and it's a significant one. We’re not just talking about your address or credit card anymore. Chrome can now offer to save and fill in your passport number, driver's license, and even vehicle information like your VIN. The appeal is obvious: no more digging through a bag or drawer for your passport when booking a flight. But you're right to be concerned. This convenience places your most sensitive identity documents directly into your web browser. This has immediately become the top-trending concern for users, who are all asking the same critical, human question: Is this Google Chrome update actually safe? Let's break down the technology, the real-world data privacy concerns, and the exact steps you need to take to stay in control. Google...

Samsung's Galaxy S26 event is coming to San Francisco. It's all about AI. Leaked Galaxy S26 Ultra render from OnLeaks showing the new design. Image: OnLeaks x AndroidHeadlines The tech world has been holding its breath for the first concrete details on Samsung's 2026 flagship, and now, a significant leak has surfaced. Mark your calendars, but use a pencil: the Galaxy S26 Unpacked event is now rumored to be happening on February 25, 2026. This new date, a shift from Samsung's recent late-January launches, comes from a MoneyToday report . But it's not just the date that's telling, it's the location. Samsung is reportedly bringing its biggest event of the year back to San Francisco, a city that has become the undeniable global hub of artificial intelligence. This shift is no accident. The delay and the location are deeply connected, pointing to a major strategic pivot for the Galaxy S26 series. Let’s break down what these rumors really mean for Samsung and for ...

The Samsung Internet beta just landed on desktop, and it brought AI and sync with it. Samsung Internet Beta syncs on Windows 11 PC, laptop, and mobile. Image: Samsung | Licensed by: Kinghacks365 Is a new contender emerging in the desktop browser world? It certainly seems so. For years, the Samsung Internet browser has long been a powerful and feature-rich staple exclusively for Galaxy phones and tablets. Now, Samsung is making a major move by bringing its popular mobile browser directly to our desktops. Although we caught a brief glimpse of Samsung Internet in the Microsoft Store in 2023 , it later flew away. Starting October 30, 2025, Samsung has officially launched a beta version of Samsung Internet for PC on Windows 10 and Windows 11 . This isn't just a port; it's a full-fledged desktop experience designed to bridge the gap between your phone and your PC. We’ve seen browsers come and go. The only ones that stick are those that solve a real problem. Samsung's new offerin...