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Gmail users report spam messages from their own addresses

By Robin-Leigh Chetty 23 April 2018

Google is aware of the issue and says it's trying to address it. FULL STORY >

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WhatsApp reportedly testing alert for spam message forwarding

By Robin-Leigh Chetty 17 January 2018

Designed as a countermeasure against the spread of fake news. FULL STORY >

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Upcoming WhatsApp update allows Siri to read your messages aloud on iOS

By Robin-Leigh Chetty 25 April 2017

One of the most popular apps just added a new trick for people touting an iOS 10.3 or better device. FULL STORY >

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It's official, usernames and images not part of Twitter character count

By Robin-Leigh Chetty 25 May 2016

n an effort to increase user satisfaction on its social media platform, Twitter will no longer count usernames and images as part of its 140 character limit. FULL STORY >

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Twitter reportedly removing character count for links and images in Tweets

By Robin-Leigh Chetty 17 May 2016

Ever been foiled by Twitter's 14 character limit because of a link or photo? Well, the company could soon stop counting them as part of the character limit for Tweets. FULL STORY >

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Twitter adds video recording and sharing to Direct Messages

By Robin-Leigh Chetty 18 February 2016

Bringing its video functionality full circle, Twitter adds recording and sharing for users in Direct Messages. FULL STORY >

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PlayStation introduces new Instant Messaging app for iOS and Android

By Robin-Leigh Chetty 8 December 2015

Designed for its online gaming community, PlayStation has debuted a new instant messaging app for iOS and Android with specific PS-themed content. FULL STORY >

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Latest Skype update for Android adds ability to save video messages

By Robin-Leigh Chetty 19 November 2015

The latest Skype update for Android, 6.1.1, will allow users to save voice messages, along with advanced search and conversation management. FULL STORY >

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Truecaller takes aim at mobile spam and anonymous messages

By Staff Writer 20 August 2015

Truecaller announced the global availability of its Truemessenger app, which aims to change the way you communicate by making your SMS experience smarter and more social. FULL STORY >

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Twitter removes 140-character limit from Direct Messages

By Staff Writer 13 August 2015

If you’ve checked your Direct Messages today, you may have noticed that something’s missing - the 140-character limit. FULL STORY >

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