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The latest apps, hand-picked by our editors here at Digital Trends. Whether you’re looking for the best apps for Android or iOS, we’ve got you covered with all of the info you need. Before you download, make sure you get the down-low.

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The best data recovery apps for Android

Losing important files or data is never much fun, but fortunately, we've compiled a list of the best applications for Android data recovery available right now.
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Google Translate just got its biggest update ever

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Your Google Chrome app is getting 5 helpful new features

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I’ve given up on Evernote

Snapchat 2022 year in review recap.

Snapchat is getting critical new security features. Here’s what’s new

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What is Telegram Premium? Features, price, and how to sign up

Snapchat Planets being shown on the Snapchat app on iPhone.

Snapchat Planets: What’s the order, and what do they mean?

Android App running on a Windows 11 PC

How to install Android apps on Windows 11

TikTok logo on an iPhone.

TikTok is about to change forever

A guy holding an iPhone with Snapchat on in dark mode.

How to turn on dark mode on Snapchat

A person holding the Apple iPhone 15 Plus, showing the camera.

How to get a free phone number for calling and texting

bartender app changes ownership mac

Here’s why people are fearing for the future of this beloved Mac app

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The best free apps for international calling in 2024

If you're traveling abroad, you might be concerned with how to do international calling. These apps let you to make calls for free on your mobile device.
Google messages versus samsung messages app icons side by side on Galaxy Z Fold 5.

Is the messages app on your Samsung phone crashing? Here’s how to fix it

If you're a Samsung user and your messaging app keeps crashing, the good news is this is a known issue and there's a fix.
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The Spotify Android app just got an odd design change

Do you use the Spotify app on your Android phone? If so, you'll likely soon see an updated design for the app icon. Here's what changed.
The Google Photos app running on a Google Pixel 8 Pro.

Your Google Photos app may soon get a big overhaul. Here’s what it looks like

An APK teardown has revealed new sharing features for Google Photos, along with some other changes. Here's what's new.
Perplexity app shown on an iPhone.

Perplexity, one of our favorite AI apps, just got a big update

ChatGPT tool Perplexity is getting even better. With Perplexity Pages, you can transform your research into visually engaging and comprehensive content.
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How to search for filters on Instagram

Filters are a great way to improve your Instagram posts. Here's how to find them on the social networking app and make your posts come to life.
Arc Search's Call Arc feature.

Arc Search, one of the best iPhone apps right now, just got even better

Search is even easier to do thanks to the new Call Arc feature in one of the fastest-growing mobile apps on the planet. Here's what it does.
Google app on Android beta showing Notifications.

The Google app on your Android phone is getting a helpful new feature

If you use the Google app on your Android phone a lot, you'll want to keep an eye out for a new feature that's slowly rolling out to it now.
Street Fighter emulated on an iPhone.

Emulators have changed the iPhone forever

After years and years of waiting, emulators are finally on the iPhone — and they're changing it forever.
A collage of the delta emulator.

Delta emulator changes logo after Adobe lawsuit threats — but just barely

Popular iOS emulator Delta had to change its logo recently, and decided to poke fun at the whole situation in a small update.
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WhatsApp: how to use bold, italics, and strikethrough in your messages

Want your WhatsApp messages to stand out? Here are the simple tricks to add bold, italics, strikethrough, or bullet points or quotes to your texts.
A collage of the delta emulator.

The best iPhone emulators

While iPhones can now host emulators, it isn't open season for retro games on your phone. Here is what you need to know about the new App Store rules for games.
Redesigned Google maps.

This is what Google Maps’ big redesign looks like

A redesigned Google Maps interface has several quality-of-life changes that have us excited. Here's what's new.
TikTok being viewed through a mobile web browser.

How to watch TikTok without the app

Yes, you can view TikTok content without actually being in the TikTok app. Here's how to do it whether through a mobile web browser or in another app.
A person using a MacBook Air connected to two monitors.

Stop using these default Mac apps — trust me

Not every Mac app created by Apple is a winner. Here are five Apple-designed Mac apps that you should switch out for superior third-party alternatives.
Overhead view of someone typing on a Surface laptop.

How to get the word count in Apple Pages

Need to keep your essays and articles under or over a certain word count? This is why we’re glad to know that Apple Pages has a built-in word counter tool.
Google Play on the Oppo Find N2.

Google is making it easier for you to find and download Android apps

At I/O 2024, Google shed light on developer-focused tweaks such as the ability to break subscriptions into installments and use search keywords for discovery.
Google Messages app on a Pixel 8 Pro, showing an RCS Chat message thread.

Android phones are about to get a major iMessage feature

An iMessage feature long enjoyed by iPhone users could finally soon arrive for those with an Android device.
Amazon Kindle (2022) Dark Mode

10 best apps and websites for downloading free books in 2024

If you're an avid reader, then you're always looking for new books. Here are 10 websites and apps where you can score free e-books.
Instagram on an iPhone.

How to turn off Activity Status on Instagram

Your Instagram Activity Status is a small feature that tells everyone when you last used the app. Want to turn it off? Here's how.
Nintendo Entertainment System with controller.

A Nintendo emulator is Apple’s top downloaded app after ban reversal

Delta, an emulator that allows you to play classic Nintendo games, is currently the No. 1 app on the iOS App Store after Apple reversed a ban on the program.
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The best piano apps in 2024: top apps for learning how to play

Learning how to play the piano? Take a look at our list of the best piano-learning apps, from those for absolute beginners to those for intermediate players.

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