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The face of search could change once again with Google's new "app activities" in Google Search. From now on, any app or website that allows its users to use Google+ sign-in, would be able to showcase what's popular with its users alongside its Google search results. Searching for Fandango, for example, will automatically show the top movies among Google users.
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Jawbone, a company that develops human-centered wearable technology and audio devices, announced on Tuesday its new UP Platform for iOS. The new platform adds integration between the UP wristband and app system, which keeps track of your walking and sleep activity as well as your meal and drink intake, and 10 existing iOS apps you might already be using.
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Popular podcast iOS client on Instacast has just launched a new version for Mac. The desktop version of the app is still in open public beta, which will run until May 31st, so if you're interested, you have exactly one month to sink your teeth into the podcast client before the final release hits the market. The final release will not be free, so if you want to enjoy it without paying, now is the time.
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Microsoft's Skype integration continues with the latest addition of Skype to the company's Outlook.com email service. This new Skype integration is just a preview for now, and will only be available in the UK at this time. In the next few weeks, users in the US and Germany will be able to enjoy the preview as well, with the rest of the world joining them "in the coming months".
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Comedy Central and Twitter kicked off #ComedyFest, an experimental fest of high hilarity and general fun. Mel Brooks launched the live streaming event with a tweet yesterday, and will be among the 68 comedic stars participating in the event that will run simultaneously on Twitter, Vine, and Comedy Central's own site till May 3rd. Q&A sessions, roasts, live-tweeting stand-up specials, and favorite funny films will fill up the 20 events.
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Google has updated its basic Search app for iOS with Google Now integration, the company's personal digital assistant. Initially released as part of Android 4.1, Google Now is finally available for both major mobile operating systems in the form of a universal iOS app and an Android app for older devices.
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If the heat gets too bothersome this summer, or if winter just refuses to leave, head indoors to relax with a laugh. YouTube Comedy Week is coming to a browser near you on May 19 and will last until May 25. The week long special event will see some of the biggest names in comedy showcasing their jokes and wisecracks in a never-ending stream of stand-up, sketches, and musical performances.
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Google launched Instant Previews in 2010 to make searching easier. The instant graphic preview of a website in the results page probably did not take off as Google intended. A slightly altered version of the Google Search page does not display the Instant Preview feature. Instead, a tiny green colored arrow drops down to reveal a menu with two options – Cached and Similar.
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Twitter's long-neglected Mac application has just had its first update since June 2011. Version 2.2 of the service's official desktop client adds support for Retina displays and a redesigned Tweet composer with support for image hosting at pic.twitter.com. Also included in the update are a set of new icons and support for 14 new languages.
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Wunderlist is working towards a monetization system for its cross-platform to-do list application, rolling out a Pro version with some interesting new features. If you'd rather stay a free user, that's still possible, and you too can enjoy an update and some new Wunderlist features. Wunderlist is available on almost every major platform under the sun including Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, and the Web.
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SendHub — a Google voice alternative targeted primarily at businesses and freelancers — was recently released for Android, but it's the iPhone app that's in the limelight this time. The app's developers announced an update for the iPhone app that includes in-app purchasing and sound notifications. In an effort to promote the new feature, SendHub is offering a special deal: $9.99/month for unlimited texts, 150 voice minutes, and 10 groups of 100 contacts.
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The folks at Tumblr are certainly having a busy couple days in terms of the platform's mobile lineup of mobile applications. After adding sponsored posts to its mobile apps just a few days ago, it has now released a fairly major update for its iOS application, and an official Windows Phone 8 app. On iOS, sharing posts is now easier, as well as saving them for later. App navigation has also been improved.
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Apple announced updates to its iTunes Store recently, which now includes the option to download movies, movie bundles, music box sets, TV episodes, and Season Passes at a later time, rather than immediately at the time of purchase. The new "download later" options apply to items purchased on iTunes 11 (Mac or Windows PC versions), or on iOS devices running iOS 6 or later. When you purchase an item it will be added to your iTunes account, followed by a "Download Now?" button giving you the option to download immediately or later.
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IT solution Soluto has launched a brand new version of its simple tech-support system, which brings new features, new plans, and for the first time, an official PC list, rating the best Windows laptops on the market based on Soluto's data. After installing Soluto's client on the supported PCs, you can check them out from your own computer, tablet, or phone, perform actions remotely when needed, and more.
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Netflix has launched a nice update for its iOS application that adds some useful new features, and brings a new look to parts of app. The first thing you will notice is a slight interface change: The new UI makes it possible to quickly flip through content you've already started watching, which will make it easier to go back to the things you enjoy most. This change should make getting through the interface and into the video content a quicker process.
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