Hangouts gets ready for Android N with new update

A new update for Google Hangouts prepares the app for the upcoming release on Android N. The app now brings with it support for the upcoming operating system’s support for inline notification responding, meaning you can respond to messages right from the notification shade. Version 8.0 of the app also brings with it new bundled notifications to Hangouts, too.

Source: Droid Life | Download: Google Play Store (Free)

Netflix redesigns Kids mode on Android tablets

Netflix ditches its dark and brooding layout for something bright and airy for its Kids mode on Android tablets. The streaming service goes from black to white and adds new circular icons to introduce some characters your kids are sure to recognize. Aside from the new look, Netflix also improved casting to Android TV and Fire TV devices. There’s also the usual bug fixes included in this update.

Source: Android Police

BMW shows first of four concept cars detailing the future of driving

BMW is looking toward the next 100 years as its celebrates is centennial anniversary. The German automaker will be unveiling four concept cars that will set the tone for product and design development in the coming century. 

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Wikipedia now supports 3D Touch on iOS app

Wikipedia's latest update for its iOS app brings with it a bunch of new features. One of these include 3D Touch support for the iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus. Version 5.0 also brings with it a redesigned app. The daily feed will show a lot of new content, including recommended articles, random articles, as well as top-read articles. The picture of the day will also be shown there. The app also now supports emoji search and Spotlight search for saved articles. If you're a Wikipedia fan on an Apple device, this new update might be just what you're looking for.

Source: Engadget | Download: Apple App Store (Free)