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technology1 year ago•1 min saved

Google's Controversial Test: Removing News Tab from Search Results

Google Search has been testing shuffling the order of search tabs, including the "News" tab, but has confirmed that it's just a test and the "News" tab won't be permanently removed. The company stated that the test only affected a small subset of users and that the News filter is available to users now with no plans to remove it. It's unclear if Google intends to continue shuffling the order of search tabs, but recent tests also include a new, more prominent look for the various search filters.

via 9to5Google|

#google-search #news-tab #search-filters

technology2 years ago•4 min saved

"Mastering Website Translation: A Browser-Agnostic Guide"

Popular web browsers such as Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, and Apple Safari come with built-in translation tools that allow users to read websites in different languages. These browsers automatically detect foreign languages and offer translation options through pop-up dialogs or buttons in the address bar. Users can customize translation settings, exempt specific sites from translation, and manage lists of languages that are always or never translated. While Firefox's translation feature is still in beta and not available on mobile, Safari offers a simple translation option with no additional settings.

via Gizmodo|

#language-settings #multilingual #technology

technology2 years ago•1 min saved

"Take Control of Your YouTube Home Feed: How to Turn Off Watch History"

YouTube will display a blank home feed for users who have turned off their watch history, disabling features that rely on watch history to provide video recommendations. The change aims to make it clearer which YouTube features require watch history and streamline the experience for users who prefer to search rather than browse recommendations. Users can still switch their watch history on at any time if desired.

via CNET|

#home-feed #recommendations #technology

technology2 years ago•0 min saved

Netflix Streamlines Mobile Rating System for Shows and Movies

Netflix is introducing new thumb buttons on its mobile app, allowing users to give a thumbs-up, double thumbs-up, or thumbs-down to a show or movie while watching it. This feature aims to provide users with an easier way to personalize their viewing preferences and improve the streaming service's algorithms. The thumb buttons will be available on iOS starting Monday and will be released on Android at a later date. Users can still rate videos from a show or movie's details screen even when not actively watching it on mobile. Netflix transitioned from a star rating system to a thumbs-up system in 2017 and added the double thumbs-up option in 2022.

via The Verge|

#mobile-streaming #netflix #rating-system

technology2 years ago•3 min saved

Users Switch from Google Maps to Apple Maps After Updates

iPhone users are increasingly favoring Apple Maps over Google Maps due to its design, usability, and continuous updates. The app, which initially faced criticism, has undergone significant improvements over the years, including the addition of features like public transit directions and integration with car dashboards. Users have praised Apple Maps for its faster and more creative public transit directions, better consideration of commuting disruptions, cleaner interface, and clearer display. Some users also appreciate Apple Maps for its data privacy features. With ongoing updates and new features, Apple aims to position its Maps app as more than just a navigational tool.

via Business Insider|

#apple-maps #google-maps #navigation-apps

technology2 years ago•1 min saved

Netflix introduces profile transfer option for seamless account switching

Netflix has updated its Profile Transfer feature, allowing users to switch to an existing account instead of creating a new one. The feature, launched in October 2022, enables members to transfer their profile preferences, including customized recommendations and viewing history, to another account. This update comes as part of Netflix's efforts to crack down on password-sharing, requiring users to pay an additional membership fee if they don't live in the same household as the account holder. Despite the backlash, Netflix saw a significant increase in daily sign-ups after announcing the new rules.

via TechCrunch|

#account-switching #netflix #profile-transfer

technology2 years ago•2 min saved

YouTube's Battle Against Ad Blockers: User Reactions and Workarounds

A recent poll conducted by Android Authority revealed that 54.9% of respondents would opt for other workarounds to avoid YouTube ads, while 35.3% would switch to other platforms. Only 3.4% said they would purchase YouTube Premium, and 6.3% were willing to sit through the ads. The results indicate that the majority of users prefer alternative platforms or ad-blocking methods rather than paying for the premium service.

via Android Authority|

#ad-blocking #technology #user-preferences