Vine opens up to other video apps
Six second video platform Vine will now let users upload video clips created elsewhere, as the Twitter-owned firm looks to boost the usability of its app.
Android
Google’s ad-free music subscription service revealed?
Google’s long rumoured music subscription service may be called ‘YouTube Music Key’, offering ad-free tracks for $9.99 a month, according to a report.
Groupon transforms from deal site into online marketplace
Groupon has redesigned its UK website in a step towards becoming an online marketplace, as the firm moves away from its daily deals roots.
Moto 360 pricing revealed: Smartwatch details accidentally leaked by Best Buy
Motorola is expected to launch its Moto 360 Android Wear smartwatch by 4th September, priced at £249.99, according to a product listing accidentally leaked by Best Buy.
Yahoo boosts local search with Zofari
Yahoo is boosting its local search capabilities by taking on the team from the smartphone recommendation app Zofari.
Egyptians give over $1.5m in mobile donations during Ramadan (infographic)
Over $1.5 million was donated in Egypt through mobile technology during Ramadan according to data collected by TA Telecom.
Back on track: Apple Maps overtaking Google Maps on UK smartphones
In a surprising turnaround, Apple maps had succeeded in pipping Google Maps in mapping traffic on 4G, two years on from its much-derided launch, according to a new report.
Google unifies mobile tracking across web and apps
Google is reportedly testing a new way of measuring a mobile audience, letting advertisers target users across apps and the mobile web.
Microsoft launches £15 mobile phone without web connection
Microsoft has launched a £15 mobile phone, with no access to web services as the firm aims to kill off its low cost smartphone range to focus on its high end Windows Phone range.
Facebook bans apps offering free content for likes
Facebook has cracked down on apps that incentivise app downloads in exchange for likes, as the social network looks to increase the value and meaning of its social metrics.