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WhatsApp Web adds picture-in-picture video playback for YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook

A year ago, WhatsApp added picture-in-picture video playback in its iOS app. It wasn't until October that the feature made its way to Android in beta, then a few weeks ago, it rolled out to the stable version of the app. Now, it's making the switch from mobile to desktop, as PIP videos have appeared on WhatsApp Web.

You need v0.3.2041 of the web app to get PIP videos working.

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Chrome testing search-friendly omnibox with faster URL copy and share actions

Part of the changes introduced with Chrome's Duet interface (previously known as Duplex) is a new search button in the bottom bar that lets you jump to the address bar and perform a Google search. But until now, it wasn't clear that you could start typing a new query immediately, as the URL was still there and highlighted. A new Chrome flag has been added to clarify things, plus make it easier to share or copy the current page's URL.

Currently available on Chrome Dev and Canary, the chrome://flags/#enable-search-ready-omnibox flag (copy this address and go to it) is behind these changes.

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YouTube reorders video resolution options so it's easier to pick the highest quality first

One feature I wish YouTube had is an option to select a default resolution for video playback. My internet situation is so bad (WiFi is rather slow, 4G has a silly cap) that I always resort to 360p or 480p to avoid buffering or eating through my plan, so for now, I have to open the quality picker each time and choose the one I want. Those of you who are luckier than me had to do the same, only you'd be picking the highest quality instead.

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23 best new Android games released this week including Beat Cop, Alien: Blackout, and Angry Birds Dream Blast

Welcome to the roundup of the best new Android games that went live in the Play Store or were spotted by us in the previous week or so. This week I have a fantastic adventure game where you get to play as a cop in NY in the '80s, an Alien game that picks up where Alien: Isolation left off, and a brand-new Angry Birds release that's all about popping bubbles. So without further ado, here are the most notable games released this week.

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Google app v9.10 beta update reveals Face Match for Assistant-enabled devices with multi-user support [APK Teardown]

At this point, it's no mystery that Google is digging deeper into facial recognition technology. Earlier today, XDA posted details found in a leaked Android Q build that contains code related to facial recognition, and now a beta update to the Google app adds its own details to the story. It's safe to say that Google will not only support per-device recognition, but will also support it across Assistant-enabled devices with the proper hardware and even allow detection for multiple users where appropriate.

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Duo app rumored to expand with upcoming web client

According to a report today from 9to5Google, a web client for Duo will be launched "in the coming weeks." When it happens, Duo will join desktop-compatible ranks of ~~Android~~ Messages and dearly departed Allo, expanding the reach of the service away from phones and Smart Displays.

Functionality at launch remains a question. 9to5Google speculates that the app's trademark features like "knock knock" (which provides a live feed of the caller before you answer) and sending/leaving video messages are likely to be included.

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Skype update adds SMS messaging, app shortcuts, and more

Microsoft is rolling out a new Skype update today. Technically, it started earlier this week, but it as only now released a changelog. If you grab the latest build, you'll get a few goodies like SMS messaging and a revamped contacts panel.

Here's the full changelog as of v8.37.0.98.

Receive SMS messages: You can now receive SMS messags in Skype if you have a Skype Number with Caller ID set up. Learn more.

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29 temporarily free and 43 on-sale apps and games to start the weekend

Friday is here and the last full week of January is almost over. As you head into the weekend, be sure to take a few minutes to browse through the app sales I have for you today — there's even a notable game, Zenge, in the free list.

Free

Apps

HD Camera Pro : Best Camera HD Professional $4.99 -> Free; Sale ends in 2 days
TODO New Missions :Gamy TODO list Professional App $2.49 -> Free; Sale ends in 4 days
Quedo - Todo-List $0.99 -> Free; Sale ends in 5 days

Games

Zenge $0.99 -> Free; Sale ends in 6 hours
AFTERLIFE A.U.S $0.99 -> Free; Sale ends in 2 days
Chess 3D Animation : Real Battle Chess 3D Online $0.99 -> Free; Sale ends in 2 days
Dragon Warriors : VIP $0.99 -> Free; Sale ends in 2 days
Fit Tile $0.99 -> Free; Sale ends in 3 days
Tower of Infinity VIP $0.99 -> Free; Sale ends in 4 days
Amazing Taxi Simulator V2 2019 $0.99 -> Free; Sale ends in 6 days
Dinoboom Puzzles $0.99 -> Free; Sale ends in 6 days
Dungeon999 $0.99 -> Free; Sale ends in 6 days
Farm and Click - Idle Farming Clicker PRO $0.99 -> Free; Sale ends in 6 days
Freebloks VIP $2.99 -> Free; Sale ends in 6 days
HEROES OF MAGIC-CARD BATTLE PRO $0.99 -> Free; Sale ends in 6 days
Mental Hospital IV $0.99 -> Free; Sale ends in 6 days
Mental Hospital V $0.99 -> Free; Sale ends in 6 days
ORBB $0.99 -> Free; Sale ends in 6 days
Tap tap cartoonist - Cartoon999 (VIP) $0.99 -> Free; Sale ends in 6 days
13 Puzzle Rooms: Escape game $1.99 -> Free; Sale ends in 7 days
Duck Warfare $0.99 -> Free; Sale ends in 7 days
I Monster Pro：Dark Dungeon Roguelike RPG Legends $0.99 -> Free; Sale ends in 7 days
Little Stars 2.0 - Sci-fi Strategy Game $1.99 -> Free; Sale ends in 7 days
Mine World :VIP $0.99 -> Free; Sale ends in 7 days
Sudoku : Cartoon [ VIP ] $0.99 -> Free; Sale ends in 7 days
The House $0.99 -> Free; Sale ends in 7 days

Icon packs & customization

Vikings 3D LWP $0.99 -> Free; Sale ends in 6 hours
Futuristic City 3D Pro lwp $0.99 -> Free; Sale ends in 1 day
OneUI Dark- Icon Pack $1.99 -> Free; Sale ends in 5 days

Sale

Apps

Handy GPS $5.49 -> $3.49; Sale ends in 6 hours
Coordinate Master $1.99 -> $0.99; Sale ends in 3 days
Custom Formulas $1.99 -> $0.99; Sale ends in 3 days
U-Count Professional | Traffic Loads $7.49 -> $3.49; Sale ends in 3 days
AnatomyMapp $14.99 -> $9.99; Sale ends in 5 days
App Backup & Restore Pro $19.99 -> $1.99; Sale ends in 5 days
Filter Calculator PRO (RC, RL, LC, RLC) $1.99 -> $0.99; Sale ends in 5 days
LiquidPlayer Pro - music,equalizer,mp3,radio,3D $2.99 -> $0.99; Sale ends in 5 days
World Military Map Pro $1.49 -> $0.99; Sale ends in 5 days
World Map PRO $1.49 -> $0.99; Sale ends in 5 days
Before After Cam Pro $2.49 -> $0.99; Sale ends in 6 days
HDR Mood Pro $1.49 -> $0.99; Sale ends in 6 days
NetX Network Tools PRO $2.99 -> $0.99; Sale ends in 6 days
Portrait Sketch Ad-Free $1.99 -> $0.99; Sale ends in 6 days
Water Reflection Ad-Free $1.99 -> $0.99; Sale ends in 6 days
AlmostTI - TI Calc Emulator $4.99 -> $2.99; Sale ends in 7 days