Audible launches a cheaper ‘Standard’ subscription plan, challenging Spotify

The new plan is $6 cheaper than the platform’s existing “Premium” plan, which costs $14.95 per month.

X begins testing standalone X Chat app on iOS

The new app promises a way to send and receive messages without being distracted by your timeline.

ChatGPT uninstalls surged by 295% after DoD deal

Many consumers ditched ChatGPT’s app after news of its DoD deal went live, while Claude’s downloads grew.

X ads ‘Paid Partnership’ labels for creators so they can ditch the hashtags

The new labels comply with regulations and allow creators to be more transparent with their followers.

MyFitnessPal has acquired Cal AI, the viral calorie app built by teens

After wooing Cal AI for months, MyFitnessPal has successfully acquired its up-and-coming rival, Cal AI, the app built by teens soaring on the apps stores.

Let’s explore the best alternatives to Discord

With many users feeling uneasy about Discord’s new age verification requirement, here are some alternatives that could be worth exploring.

Google looks to tackle longstanding RCS spam in India — but not alone

Google is integrating carrier-level filtering into RCS in India through a partnership with Airtel to strengthen protections against spam.

A legendary weather app makes a comeback
A legendary weather app makes a comeback

Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 117, your guide to the best and Verge-iest stuff in the world. (If you’re new here, welcome, please send Android tips, and also you can read all the old editions at the Installer homepage.) This week, I’ve been reading about Eileen Gu and Ozempic and fancy grocery stores, trying […]

OpenAI fires employee for using confidential info on prediction markets

The company said such trades violates its internal company policies about using confidential information for personal gain.

ChatGPT reaches 900M weekly active users

OpenAI shared the new numbers as part of its announcement that it has raised $110 billion in private funding.