Twitter reverses decision to introduce tabbed timeline

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People weren't happy with Twitter experimenting with an algorithmically-generated feed. The company planned to introduce a new tabbed interface that switches between the algorithmically-generated Home feed and the reverse-chronological Latest feed. Twitter rolled out this feature as a default for iOS users first, with plans to bring it to Android and the web after. But those who got the feature complained about how it defaulted to the Home feed every time they opened the app. 

Twitter said, "We heard you." And it decided to roll back the feature as the company "explore(s) other options." As Engadget pointed out, it seems many people online don't take too kindly to tech companies messing with the chronological feed. It somehow makes even more sense on Twitter, given it's a platform where many users get first-hand accounts and information on breaking news. So, an algorithm-based feed would make it challenging to access real-time information or reports.

Spotify to introduce more controls to collaborative playlists

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If you use Spotify's collaborative playlists, you will be getting access to more controls. Spotify is introducing new levels of controls for these playlists. You will get the option to invite or remove users from collaborating. You can set these playlists to private, so only those with access to it can listen, view, or search for these mixes. And you can add or remove users who contribute or follow them. According to the company, it plans to roll out these options beginning this week.

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Samsung to bring One UI 4.1 to recent Galaxy phones and tablets

If you want some of the newer Samsung Galaxy S22 tricks, you might not need to upgrade to the new phone, which is excellent news if you bought a recent Samsung device. The company plans to roll out One UI 4.1 to its recent devices, bringing features like Expert RAW editing app, simplified photo sharing, more advanced object removal, Google Duo live sharing, etc.

The update will hit the Galaxy Z Fold3 and Z Flip3 first, but Samsung plans to bring it to the Galaxy S21, S20, and S10 lines, Galaxy Note line (from the Note 10+ onward), unspecified Galaxy A handsets and older foldables, Galaxy Tab S7 FE, and other unnamed Tab S models. Samsung hasn't shared a specific timeline yet.

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New Philips Sonicare Power Flosser with Quad Stream technology

By Sonya Davidson

Each and every time I visit with the dental hygienist the conversations always begins with small talk about the family, the dog, and how we’ve been coping with covid. Then it quickly changes to so, how’s the flossing going? For years, I would sheepishly say “um…it’s okay!” We all know the truth. How many of us floss everyday? How about once a week? Recently I started responding to her predictable question with “I’m sure you know!” to which I would always get a laugh. Let’s be honest. It’s not exactly the most enjoyable daily health regime and we all know it. I’m not gonna lie. I hate flossing.

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