Category: Apps
Uber drivers are workers, Supreme Court rules
Uber drivers are workers and entitled to holiday pay and minimum wage, the UK's Supreme Court has ruled in a decision that could have far-reaching implications for the gig economy. The Supreme Court decision, which was unanimous among the six judges, brings to and a six year battle by Uber drivers to get employment rights. …
1 in 5 have had their dating accounts hacked, claims survey
Nearly a fifth (18%) of people have had their dating app accounts hacked, with 16-25-year-olds twice as likely to fall victim (30%), according to a survey from antivirus software company McAfee. McAfee’s latest research reveals a significant shift in consumer behaviour in the past year, with 65% of Brits increasing their online social activities – including online…
Gambling Apps, why users like them instead of Browser Sites?
A lot of people who grew up in the 90s were accustomed to going to slot machines and casinos to play the game. The advent of technological advancement has brought about a great change in what was obtainable then and now. Rather than visiting a slot machine, people will rather play their favorite casino or…
Glasgow drivers face biggest fuel price variation, myAutomate app shows
MyAutomate, a new app that compares the cost of fuel prices and more, has revealed that Glasgow drivers face the biggest fluctuations with selected forecourts charging 132.9p/litre for diesel at the top and 119.9p/litre at the bottom end of the scale. Unleaded fuel prices showed the same fluctuations with the difference between the most expensive…
Health and Fitness app spending increases 50% in 2020
Consumers turned to digital platforms for their fitness needs driving remarkable growth in the industry in 2020. According to the research data analyzed and published by Comprar Acciones, worldwide consumer spending on health and fitness apps grew by 49.7% in 2020. Moreover, based on a Washington Post report, 2.5 billion health and fitness apps were downloaded globally from January…
Top 5 coffee apps – including Coffee Cup Guru
The world of coffee can be overwhelming, intimidating and complex with dozens of varieties to choose from. But did you know that technology can help you drink better coffee? Coffee apps can tell you how to brew your coffee based on the weight of the bean, help you find the best café near you, and…
Global app spending topped $100 billion in 2020
Despite the hardships that the year 2020 posed for many industries, there were some important milestones that were reached when it comes to global app spending on mobile devices. According to data presented by Trading Platforms, consumers spent close to $111B globally on apps from both Apple’s App Store and Google Play - a 30% increase…
Harvst launches app-controlled smart greenhouses
If you love the idea of owning a greenhouse but are put off by all the work that's involved in growing fruit and vegetables then a Welsh startup has a solution for you, according to Transition Earth. Harvst is a new-ish green-tech company which has just launched a range of smart, self-watering, climate-controlled mini greenhouses.…
Apple removes party promoting Vybe Together app
US app Vybe Together which promoted private parties during the coronavirus pandemic has been removed from the Apple App Store. Vybe Together calls itself a “private community to find, join and host parties." A recent video on its TikTok account claimed it held secret parties every weekend. Although its account on the platform, as well…
Skoda combines mobile services into single MySkoda app
Skoda is combining its mobile services into a single app – the new MySkoda App. The new app offers users access to all the mobile online services of Skoda Connect. In addition, it provides information about their car and the network of Skoda service partners. Switching over is straightforward for anyone using the previous apps,…