Tech News Wrap: WhatsApp working on heart emoji reactions…and more

WhatsApp is working on heart emoji reactions for quick replies

Recently, Instagram brought quick emoji reactions which let the users react to any message using a quick reaction. Now, WhatsApp reactions are on their way. Reportedly, WhatsApp is working on bringing quick reactions where users can reply to their DM’s using fun and interactive emojis. The feature is similar to Instagram which also allows users to react to any story with a few emojis. It includes party poppers, clapping hands, a crying face, fire, hundred points, and an open mouth. WhatsAppWebInfo also shared a screenshot giving the expected look of this upcoming feature on the platform. There’s no information on when will the feature arrive. However, we can expect the updated version to come soon.

Xiaomi 12 Pro 5G to go on first sale today

Xiaomi unveiled its latest flagship- Xiaomi 12 Pro 5G last week. Now, the customers can get their hands on the stunning device starting today. The smartphone is going on its first sale in India, offering many offers alongside. The smartphone’s strengths include 120W fast charging, a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 CPU, and a 50MP triple rear camera configuration. It also comes in two RAM and storage variants and is priced at 62,999. It also comes in three gorgeous colours, including Blue, Noir Black and Olive Mauve. The sale will start at 12 noon on both Mi’s official website and Amazon.

Tecno launched its first foldable smartphone in India

Tecno has unveiled its first-ever foldable smartphone in India- Tecno Phantom X. The Phantom X features a triple back camera configuration with resolutions of 50MP, 13MP, and 8MP. For clear and amazing selfies, it boasts a dual 48MP+8MP front camera. The phone includes 13GB of RAM and LPDDR4x 8GB of storage that can be increased by 5GB utilizing memory fusion technology. Furthermore, the Helio G95 CPU is compatible with the Phantom X. It also has a 4,700mAh battery. The Phantom X will go on sale starting May 4th. One of the noticeable things is that the Phantom X features the first curved-AMOLED display of 6.67-inches.

Google launches ‘Switch to android’ for the iPhone users

There is currently no simple way for customers to move all of their data, including contacts and media files, from an iPhone to an Android-powered smartphone. But that’s about to change, as Google has discreetly released its ‘Switch to Android’ app on the App Store. Last year, 9To5 Google was the first to notice the app’s code. Google has now made the app available to iPhone users, less than a year later. The article does remind out, however, that ‘Switch to Android’ is an unlisted programme that can only be downloaded via this direct link. “The app also walks you through other important steps to setting up your device, like turning off iMessage so you don’t miss text messages from friends and family,” the App Store listing says.

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