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Many online platforms use algorithms to recommend content, but users can often tweak these settings through features like Meta's 'Dear algo' and Instagram's 'Your Algorithm' to better control what they see, although some content may still be artificially promoted regardless of user preferences.
Elon Musk expressed his desire for X, the platform he took over a year ago, to include dating app features during an all-hands meeting. Musk's vision for X is to create an "everything app" that requires payment for various services, including dating. He also mentioned plans for X to become a digital bank by next year. However, details on how X would function as a dating app were not provided. Musk's push for payment features aligns with his goal of turning X into a comprehensive platform like WeChat. Despite Musk's enthusiasm, some employees remain skeptical about X's future and have raised concerns about the company's financial state and lack of transparency.
Developers release numerous app updates to support the latest platform features when Apple releases a major OS update like iOS 17, while Android updates are slower due to the fragmented nature of the ecosystem and lack of immediate adoption. However, Android users still receive frequent updates and new features through Google apps and Google Play services. The different update models of Apple and Google offer unique advantages, with Apple's annual big OS release being an enviable moment for apps and new features.