Facebook Portal devices get support for Netflix, Zoom

Source: Facebook

Facebook is updating its Portal devices to add Netflix and Zoom as supported apps. Netflix will only come to the Portal TV, joining other streaming services like Amazon Prime Video and Crave already available on the device. Facebook will be launching a new remote that gives you easy access to Prime Video, Facebook Watch, and Netflix, similar to what Google did with the new Chromecast.

As for Zoom, it'll be launching on the Portal smart displays (Portal Mini, Portal, and Portal+), with support for the Portal TV coming in the future. Zoom can even take advantage of its smart AI camera, which can keep the focus on you even if you move around.

Source: Facebook

Netflix rolls out new 'Worth the Wait' section on TV app

Source: Netflix

Netflix wants you to keep subscribing with a new tab it's introducing to its TV app. The new "Worth the Wait" row will show you content coming to the streaming service over at least the next 15 days and up to 365 days. Like the "Coming Soon" row, you can set reminders for the show or movie that catches your eye. The Coming Soon section shows content coming in the next week or two.

The addition of this new section might be Netflix's attempt to convince subscribers to keep their accounts, even if they aren't watching too many shows or movies at the moment. It's a way to let them know what's in the works and what you can look forward to. Perhaps it might keep you around even if Netflix increases its price. The new section is coming to the TV app first, but Netflix plans to test it out on the web later this year.

Source: Engadget

Apple hides AR Easter egg on iPhone 12 event site

As you probably already know, Apple will be holding its iPhone 12 event next week on Tuesday, October 13, at 10 am PDT. Hoping to get iOS users excited, Apple hides an Easter egg on its Events website. Tap on the "Hi, Speed" event's image on your iPhone and iPad to get a hidden augmented reality experience.

It'll show an interactive animation that transforms the floating circles into many orbs with the date "10.13" at the center. You can swipe and spin the animation to see it from any angle, and the graphic transitions between the circular graphic and exploding orbs.

Apple is expected to launch four iPhone 12 models. Products like AirPods Studio and AirTag item trackers are expected to make an appearance, too.

Source: 9to5Mac

Spotify on mobile now lets you look for songs using lyrics

Spotify is catching up with Apple Music with this new feature. It now lets Android and iOS users search for songs using lyrics. It's useful when you can't remember a track's title, but know a line from it. Now, you no longer need to look for the song online. Instead, you can do your search within the streaming app. It's a small yet essential update that we're happy Spotify finally offers.

Source: 9to5Mac