Netflix rolls out feature on Android that automatically downloads recommended content

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Android users of Netflix are getting an upgraded version of Smart Downloads. Instead of just automatically downloading the next episode of a show you're watching, the app can now download suggested content for you.

Netflix calls it Downloads For You, and it works similar to how Smart Downloads does, too. All you need to do is set a limit to the amount of space Netflix can use, and then it'll download shows or films based on what you watch on the platform.

This new feature is accessible through the Downloads tab on Android phones. Netflix plans to start testing this feature on iOS soon.

Source: Netflix

Fitbit wants to improve your wellbeing with Deepak Chopra's Mindful Method wellness collection

We don't even have to cite statistics to know that the past year has taken a toll on your mental wellness. Fitbit wants to help its Premium members keep calm with a new partnership with Deepak Chopra, M.D., a pioneer of Integrative Medicine and founder of The Chopra Foundation and Chopra Global. 

Fitbit Premium members in some of its markets can now access Deepak Chopra's Mindful Method, an exclusive wellness collection to help with your mindfulness practice. The curated content launches with 10 audio and video sessions, but the company promises over 30 sessions will be available in the coming months. It is only available in English.

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Anchor and WordPress can turn your blog post into podcasts

As part of Spotify's Stream On event, podcasts played a significant role in its future. One feature to help entice more people to use podcasts is a new partnership between Anchor and WordPress. 

Writers interested in podcasting but don't know where to start can rely on their written works. You can turn your posts into podcasts by either reading the blog posts yourself or using third-party text-to-speech technology that Anchor will offer.

The feature is meant to bring your work to newer audiences without that much extra work. The hope is that it can help create a new revenue stream for you as well. There are other new podcast features we'd like to discuss in future posts.

Source: Anchor

Sony teases PS5 VR headset

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Sony wants us to know that it's preparing a new virtual reality headset for the PlayStation 5, but don't expect it to come out this year. The company released a blog post sharing some details about what this refreshed VR headset will bring.

The company wants to give players an easier setup, with the headset having a self-contained tracking system similar to the Oculus Quest. As CNET pointed out, it might render the PlayStation camera unnecessary.

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