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In response to ongoing concerns about the safety of teenagers on social media, Meta Platforms Inc. is implementing stricter default direct message settings for teens on Instagram and Facebook.…

Image Source : FILE Representational Image To enhance online safety for teenagers on Instagram and Facebook, Meta has introduced stricter private messaging settings. Adults aged 19 and above are now restricted from messaging teens who don't follow them. Moreover, the type and number of direct messages to someone not following them are limited to one text-only message.…

 Meta Platforms Inc. is tightening default direct message settings for teens on Instagram and Facebook, building on efforts to enhance safety as lawmakers and parents concerned about harmful content continue to pressure social media platforms.The ability for teens to get direct messages from anyone they don't follow or aren't connected to will be turned off on Instagram, including other teens, according to a blog post. Users under age 16 in the US, or under 18 in the UK and Europe, will only be able to receive messages…

Meta Platforms introduced steps to limit teens' ability to see potentially sensitive content on Instagram and Facebook earlier this month. Now, the social media company has announced new restrictions to help protect teens from unwanted contact on Instagram and Facebook through stricter private message settings. Meta will enable fresh DM (direct messages) restrictions on both Facebook Messenger and Instagram for users aged under 18 years to prevent messages from people they do not follow. The move comes in the light of…

Image Source : MICROSOFT TEAMS Microsoft introduces easy audio and video settings management in Teams meeting Microsoft, an American multinational technology corporation has announced new tools to let users quickly control audio and video settings during a Teams meeting. The new tools are part of an update which is available for Microsoft Teams Public Preview. …

Zeke Jones / Digital Trends The recent influx of OLED and mini-LED displays on external monitors and laptops has finally made HDR more viable on PCs. Indeed, Windows 11 saw a big HDR push when it launched, and Microsoft has been improving it with updates and new settings to play with ever since. Learning how to use HDR in Windows 11 is more than just turning it on — though that’s important too. There are a bunch of intriguing HDR settings to get your head around if you want to make the most of it. Update Windows 11…

Roku is launching a family of new high-end TVs. Image: RokuRoku doesn’t want you to consider it the “budget” TV brand you find at all-you-can-shop brick-and-mortar stores like Wal-Mart or Target. The company wants a piece of that premium TV pie, even as it already reigns as the top TV streaming platform for the U.S. and Canada. The company has announced its plans to expand its TV offerings by adding three new high-end options later this year.Teenage Engineering’s TP-7 Is the Ferrari of Tape RecordersThe Roku Pro Series…

Apple has introduced a valuable security feature with the iOS 17.3 beta – Stolen Device Protection for iPhones. This feature safeguards your device in the unfortunate event of theft. In this how-to article, we'll explore the steps to turn on iPhone Stolen Device Protection and provide some insights on whether you should utilize this feature.Why Stolen Device Protection?This security measure was introduced following an investigation by WSJ's Joanna Stern, revealing a surge in iPhone thefts, especially in public places.…

Samsung's proprietary Android skin, One UI, offers a wide range of sensible customization options. Some options, such as themes and color palettes, can change the way the UI looks drastically, while others change the UI's functionality just enough for users to create a tailored experience. Here's an example of a customization option not many One UI users might know exists. You can change how notification icons show up on the status bar. Here's all you need to know. Customize notification icons in One UI NOTE: This…

Over the years, Samsung's Camera app has gained many features based on user feedback, and one example is more persistence for various settings. Not too long ago, the Camera app couldn't retain that many custom settings between sessions. For example, when changing the shooting mode and closing the app, it wouldn't remember the last shooting mode. The Camera app would always default to Photo mode when launched. Now, in the modern Camera app and One UI versions, there's a whole menu dedicated to camera settings users can…