Instagram introduces new Fade and Color features to its Android app

Instagram usually updates its iOS app before its Android  app. The photo sharing app has been an iOS-exclusive for a while. Now, there seems to be a role reversal of sorts. Instagram is introducing two new tools to Android before their iOS release. The Android app is getting Fade and Color editing tools.  

As the names suggest, Fade lets you mute colors and soften lines for that darkroom feel. You adjust it via the slider mechanism. Color, on the other hand, offers various tint images to change the hues and, well, color of your image. The version 6.19.0 is already rolling out today. iOS users don't have to wait too long though. It'll be coming to you "in a few days." 

Source: Digital Trends | Download: Google Play Store (Free) 

Graffiti artist Craola makes new design for the Ultimate Ears Safe Haven Edition UE BOOM

 
Ultimate Ears is known to collaborate with artists to create custom designs for their UE BOOM mobile speakers. This time they worked with contemporary graffiti artist Greg "Craola" Simkins. Craola is usually inspired by his favorite childhood books and cartoons, pop culture, nature, and "carnival kitsch." It's evident in the whimsical feel of the Safe Haven Edition UE BOOM. 

If this catches your eye, you better work fast. There will only be 200 pieces of the Safe Haven Edition UE Boom. This will retail for US$199.99. 

Find out if you're a natural born poker player

Think you have what it takes to be a big poker phenom? PokerStars have created a new project called Natural Born Poker Player to help you find out. The game will test things like your analytical mind, if you can make quick decisions under pressure, and other real life attributes. Listed below are three of the interactive games you can try out: 

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Former HTC design head jumps ship to Fitbit

We previously reported that HTC's Associate Vice President of Industrial Design Jonah Becker was leaving the company. It would seem he has made a move to fitness device maker Fitbit. At Fitbit, he will serve in a newly created position as the company's vice president of industrial design. He will report directly to CEO James Park.  

His experience prior to his stint with HTC might help Fitbit create new looks for their devices. Becker came to HTC after the design firm One & Co., where he was a partner with another former HTC executive Scott Croyle, was bought by the Taiwanese smartphone maker. During his stint with One & Co., he has worked with companies like Adidas, Burton Snowboards, K2 Sports, and Nike. 

Source: CNET