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BlackBerry files patent infringement lawsuit against Snap Inc

BlackBerry has filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Snap Inc. SImilar to the companies lawsuit against Facebook last month, BlackBerry says that Snap has infringed on intellectual property, including innovations on real-time activity location for maps, message notification techniques and methods for integrating advertising on mobile devices.

BlackBerry US

·7 years ago

Snapchat implements Group Video Chat with up to 16 friends and Friend Tagging

Snapchat has released two new features, one that allows users to video chat with up to 16 friends and another that provides the option to tag users in Stories. The former mirrors video chat options on other platforms like Facebook Messenger, WhatsApp and Google Hangouts, while the latter is similar to Instagram's "@" mention feature.

Apps Android Apple

·7 years ago

BlackBerry Enterprise Mobility Server brings Enhanced Security, more Skype support and more

BlackBerry have released an update to BlackBerry Enterprise Mobility Server (BEMS) bringing Enhanced Security, more Skype support and more. BEMS and the Connect service are now compatible with Skype for Business Online. This feature is currently certified for use with a maximum of 250 users at this time.

Apps BlackBerry

·7 years ago

BBM Enterprise brings Chat enhancements, Android Oreo, Desktop App and more

BlackBerry has rolled out an update to BBM Enterprise, bringing chat enhancements, security policies, a desktop app and more. BBM Enterprise will feature calls from Cloud DS where users will be able to start BBM voice and video calls from Cloud DS results.

Apps Android Apple

·7 years ago

Outlook for Android adds Calendar attachments

Microsoft has released another Outlook for Android update that brings the addition of Calendar attachments, allowing Outlook users to view them on their Android devices. You can view embedded images and open these attachments directly from the event details in the Outlook app.

Android Microsoft Apps

·7 years ago

BBM for iOS brings Video Sharing in groups and more

Creative Media Works has released the latest update to BBM for iPhone, which brings the ability to share videos in groups and add albums to your profile. In addition, users can now easily share content with more people with the new contact multi-picker.

Apps Apple

·7 years ago

Samsung and Disney Create AR Emoji Magic for the Galaxy S9 and S9+

Samsung and Disney are bringing Disney characters to life as new AR Emojis for the Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+. Starting today, Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ users will be able to access classic Disney characters – Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse– directly from their phone to create personalized messages.

Samsung Android

·7 years ago

Usecrypt Messenger rolls out on Android and iOS

A European team of cryptographers, cryptologists and programming specialists have developed a new application they claim will revolutionize the world of mobile communication. They claim that it is in fact more secure that talking to someone face-to-face.

Android Apple Apps Google

·7 years ago

Video Chat comes to Facebook Messenger Lite for Android

Facebook has implemented video chatting in Messenger Lite, a slimmed down version of Messenger for Android that offers the core features of the app while giving everyone the opportunity to stay connected to their friends and family, intended for people with older Android devices and/or slower Internet connections.

Apps Android

·7 years ago

BBM Enterprise bringing Chat enhancements, Android Oreo, Desktop App and more

BlackBerry will be rolling out an update to BBM Enterprise soon, bringing chat enhancements, security policies, a desktop app and more. BBM Enterprise will feature calls from Cloud DS where users will be able to start BBM voice and video calls from Cloud DS results.

Android Apple Apps

·7 years ago

BlackBerry Hub for Android brings Enhanced S/MIME Management more

BlackBerry have released an update to the BlackBerry Hub app for Android, bringing Enhanced S/MIME Management, Email Font Selection and a more Consistent User Interface.

Apps Android

·7 years ago

Facebook Messenger Kids now available On Android

Facebook Messenger Kids, a controversial new messenger aimed at children is now available on Android. This app is specifically designed for children between the ages of 6 through 12, since you can be age 13 and sign up for a normal Facebook account.

Apps Android

·7 years ago

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