Chromecast is now getting built into hotel TV systems

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chromecastofficial-100618472-largeWatching online video on your hotel television could soon be as easy as watching on your phone as Chromecast heads to hotel TV systems.

Sonifi, a provider of TV and Internet services for hotels, is partnering with Google on a Chromecast-based system for guest rooms, dubbed SoniCast. Instead of having to bring their own $35 Chromecast dongles, and employ elaborate workarounds to get them working on hotel Wi-Fi, guests would just connect their phones to the hotel’s Wi-Fi network and Cast video from supported apps, just like they would at home. The system then makes sure that each guest can only Cast to their own television. More of this article from PCWorld.com

The Trouble with Bad iTunes App Store Reviews & How to Avoid Them

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appstore-bad-reviews-644x373As more mobile apps than ever fight for recognition and downloads in a world where consumers increasingly expect something for nothing, many are playing dirty when it comes to getting noticed. More of this article from MakeUseOf.com

Why Microsoft wants to help developers build bots

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160330-microsoft-nadella-4-100653181-largeMicrosoft CEO Satya Nadella is pushing developers to create virtual assistants and intelligent chatbots to help users do everything from managing their calendars to booking hotel reservations. More of this article from PCWorld.com

An Introductory Guide to PayPal Accounts & Services

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I’ve been a regular PayPal user for several years now despite all of the horror stories about frozen accounts, hackers, and scams. Why? Because it just makes it so convenient to buy stuff online. It’s straightforward, accepted by almost every merchant, and I’ve personally never had any issues. More of this article from MakeUseOf.com

Instagram expands to 60-second videos, verging into YouTube territory

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Big changes are coming to Instagram, but don’t worry: the algorithmic feed is not yet here.

On Tuesday, Instagram announced that the length of video posts will expand to 60 seconds. Previously, an Instagram video could last for only 15 seconds. In addition, iOS users will be able to edit and stitch together different video clips from their camera roll to create a minute-long masterpiece. According to Instagram, this video length expansion was sparked because users now watch more videos on the app. Check this latest news from PCWorld.com

Report: Google to cut off support for physical Wallet card on June 30

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It may be time to say farewell to the Google Wallet card.

Granted, if you have one it’s probably in a desk drawer next to a non-working Lumia phone and Nexus Player remote. But if you’re still using it, you should know that indications are Google will cut off support on June 30. More of this article from PCWorld.com

FBI says it may have found a way to unlock shooter’s iPhone

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The FBI says it may have discovered a way to break into the iPhone used by one of the San Bernardino mass shooters, and the agency has asked a judge to postpone a court hearing in the matter that was scheduled for Tuesday. More of this article from PCWorld.com