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Looks like a bunch of developers under Facebook has recently unveiled a new social media platform called Hotline, which is a hybrid between Instagram Live as well as Clubhouse. As of now, it seems that the platform is currently web-based, which means it can be accessed via a web browser instead of downloading an app.

So apparently, Twitter has been releasing surveys to random Twitter users on their thoughts of having several emoji reactions. If you think that sounds like Facebook's emoji reaction, that's exactly what it is. No plans are in motion yet, as a Twitter spokesperson told Techcrunch.com that they are just exploring other ways for users to express themselves in conversions.

We talked about Microsoft's xCloud before and in case you don't remember what is it - it's a gaming streaming platform that allows gamers to access online on a website. The company has been working on it for several months now and they are now having a test before sending out to the public.

Apple AirPower is another Apple product that the fans haven't gotten the chance to get one until now since the rumour surfaced. Earlier this year, it was reported that the tech giant has resolved the heating issue of the charging mat and it's likely to be launched in Q4 2020 or Q1 2021. However, things might be changing right now with the same tipster saying that Apple has taken the product off the development list.

A few weeks ago, it was revealed that Facebook was working on dark mode for Android and iOS. That's not too surprising, considering that we got dark mode for the desktop version in early May, so the mobile version was just a matter of time. Now, sources are claiming that Facebook has already begun testing dark mode for mobile.

It seems that India is currently testing a new ATM withdrawal method that allows the user to withdraw money simply by scanning a QR code displays on the ATM. With that said, the user theoretically does not need to physically touch the ATM other than to grab the dispensed money.

In a recent interview, head of Instagram Adam Mosseri has mentioned that they will be testing out a small change that hides the “likes” counter on Instagram in the US. Adam has mentioned that at the start of the test, only a selected number of users in the country will be tested for now.

In an attempt to reduce reliance on Samsung, Apple had been working closely with Chinese display manufacturer BOE Technology Group to have their displays certified for future Apple devices. Not only that, but they have also noted that Apple had also been rigorously testing the manufacturer’s flexible OLED panels as well based on a statement by nikkei.com.