Instagram targets Snapchat with new ‘Threads App’

Instagram parent company Facebook is developing a new messaging app called Threads that is meant to promote constant, intimate sharing between users and their closest friends, we have learnt that Threads, which is designed as a companion app to Instagram, invites users to automatically share their location, speed, and battery life with friends, along with more typical text, photo, and video messages using Instagram’s creative tools. The app, which is designed for sharing with your “close friends” list on Instagram, is now being tested internally at Facebook.

Instagram declined to comment.

In May, Instagram ceased work on Direct, a standalone messaging app that it had been developing since late 2017. At the time, executives said that beta testers were frustrated about having to switch between Instagram and a second app whenever they wanted to send a message. But the company has remained interested in building new messaging experiences, executives have said. Instagram employees who work on messaging were moved to the Facebook Messenger team earlier this year as part of a broader consolidation between the parent company and its prized acquisition.

A messaging app built around your close friends might be more popular. That’s what Snapchat already is today for a healthy portion of its users. Reports have indicated that the average Snapchat user spends more time inside the app than the average Instagram user does. For Facebook and Instagram, which have long coveted Snapchat’s strong engagement among younger users, Threads could represent another effort to chip away at their rival’s appeal.

 

Samsung Galaxy Note 10 doesn’t have a stainless steel frame

Samsung Galaxy Note 10 doesn’t have a stainless steel frame but Aluminium

Samsung managed to prompt some confusion on the release of the Samsung galaxy note 10.

A video was uploaded to their YouTube channel, with a voice over that mentioned that the Galaxy Note 10 was made from stainless steel.

“Stainless steel and glass meld seamlessly to minimize bezel,” says the video’s narrator.

Wait a minute?

The company never mentioned anything about switching from aluminum which we are familiar with on their other flagship device, nor was it brought up onstage during the previous week’s Unpacked event.

Why would Samsung upgrade to a new material and not tell anyone?

But well, it didnt , the video was completely wrong .

Samsung has now confirmed that the Note 10’s frame is made from aluminum.

Just like the company’s other flagships in recent years. It’s odd that such an erroneous voice-over made it into a promotional video.

Joeboy drops a New single Titled the beginning

Joeboy releases another single to follow up his previous hit single titled “Baby” which gained him recognition from far and near. “Baby” has since been enjoying massive Airplay and always topping the chart since release.

The breakout star is out with another love number-tune which he titled “Beginning”. The song was produced by Killertunes, and he releases an audio visualizer on youtube, almost the same as his hit single “BABY”

Apple and spotify are reportedly in talks to allow siri play your discover weekly

Apple and Spotify are in talks about potentially enabling Siri to play songs, albums, and playlists from the leading subscription music service.

Reports confirms it that spotify would be taking advantage of the upcoming feature on ios 13, which allows other apps to have equal footing with apple music when making music requests through the company’s Siri voice assistant. If Spotify takes advantage of the new tools, you’ll be able to play music without having to open the app on your iPhone or iPad.

If the integration breaks through the it would signifiy progress between the two online streaming giants.

 

Ivorian Singer DJ Arafat has passed away

DJ Arafat was involved in a motorbike accident on Sunday, August 11, 2019, in Abidjan. According to reports afat and a group of friends rode their bikes in the city capital.

Arafat who is known for his love for speed got into a crash with an oncoming car which was driven by a journalist from Radio Côte d’Ivoire. He was later rushed to the hospital for treatment, but was confirmed dead.
He is one of the most popular African artists in Francophone countries around the world. DJ Arafat is one of the first in his country Ivory Coast to obtain 1 million views in less than a day on his song ‘Moto Moto’
REST IN PEACE.

Yvonne Nelson Confirms split with her British Baby daddy

Ghanian actress Yvonne nelson has confirmed her split with her british baby daddy.
the ghanian ctress made it known in a statement that she is no longer with her british baby daddy Jamie Robert who reently visit her in ghana.
A few months ago she admitted she wants a new guy in her life, she said this in a live show with john dumelo and name sake Yvonne okoro.
It would be recalled that back in 2018, Yvonne Nelson had denied the rumours of splitting from him.

Busquet, Rakitic scores as Barcelona beats Napoli in a three goal Action

Napoli lost to Spanish side fc Barcelona in a 2-1 action in the pre season as Ivan Rakitic fired home with 10minutes remaining on the clock to give Barcelona an advantage against Napoli.
Sergio Busquet scored Barcelona first goal but was almost imideately cancelled as Umtiti scores an own goal to cancel the lead.

Napoli’s chances had been better more regular but it was Barca who nicked the win when Rakitic hammered home his second goal of preseason from the edge of the box after a Ruiz shot had been deflected.
There was still time for Neto to make another save and Dembele to cause all sorts of problems with his pace, brought down once when clean through and just missing with two good chances, but there were no more goals.
Saturday’s game could be more competitive as both teams edge closer to the start of the new campaign. It represents Barcelona’s last friendly of the summer and will be Valverde’s last chance to try things out before the La Liga curtain-raiser against Athletic Bilbao next weekend.

Alex Iwobi completes switch to Everton on transfer deadline.

Everton have confirmed the signing of Arsenal and Nigerian forward Alex Iwobi on a five-year deal, after he agreed personal terms with the club.

Iwobi, who rose through the youth ranks at the Emirates and joined the first team squad in 2015, played 149 times for the Gunners, scoring 15 goals and contributing 27 assists largely from the flank.
And, in a statement on their official ​website, the Merseyside club confirmed: “Alex Iwobi has signed for Everton from Arsenal for an undisclosed fee after agreeing a five-year deal until the end of June 2024.”

Meanwhile, Everton boss Marco Silva explained: “Alex was one of our main targets for this window and I believe he is a fantastic signing for Everton. He is a direct and skilful winger and attacking midfielder who always works very hard for his team.