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eastleighvoice. co. ke > technology > 345179 > why-instagram-is-removing-end-to-end-encryption-feature-for-direct-messages

Why Instagram is removing end-to-end encryption feature for direct messages

2+ hour, 8+ min ago  (333+ words) The Eastleigh Voice Instagram will discontinue its optional end-to-end encrypted messaging feature for direct messages starting May 8, 2026, a move that has reignited debate around user privacy, platform strategy, and data access. The feature, introduced in 2023 as an opt-in setting, allowed…...

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eastleighvoice. co. ke > technology > 345145 > threads-finally-brings-messaging-to-the-web

Threads finally brings messaging to the web

1+ week, 4+ day ago  (196+ words) The Eastleigh Voice Threads has expanded its functionality by introducing direct messaging (DMs) on the web. Launched by Meta Platforms in 2023 as a companion to Instagram, Threads initially focused on public conversations and lacked several core features common on rival…...

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eastleighvoice. co. ke > regional > 344953 > rwanda-submits-candidacy-to-head-international-telecommunication-union-council

Rwanda submits candidacy to head International Telecommunication Union Council

1+ year, 2+ day ago  (329+ words) The Eastleigh Voice The government of Rwanda has announced its bid for re-election to the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Council for the 2027-2030 term. The ITU Council serves as the union's governing body between plenipotentiary conferences, ensuring that its activities and…...

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eastleighvoice. co. ke > news > 344151 > kenya-to-enforce-stricter-rules-on-internet-cable-installation-to-boost-quality-and-safety

Kenya to enforce stricter rules on internet cable installation to boost quality and safety

2+ day, 53+ min ago  (356+ words) The Communications Authority of Kenya says the changes come after many complaints about slow internet, frequent outages, and poorly installed cables. Kenya is set to introduce stricter rules on how internet cables are installed, in a move aimed at improving…...

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eastleighvoice. co. ke > infographics > 344177 > how-social-media-is-used-by-kenyans-in-everyday-life

How social media is used by Kenyans in everyday life

6+ day, 16+ hour ago  (167+ words) The Eastleigh Voice Social media is mainly used for entertainment and lifestyle content by Kenyans, which takes the largest share at 72 per cent. This shows that most people go online to relax, have fun, and keep up with trends. News…...

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eastleighvoice. co. ke > news > 340985 > whatsapp-to-end-support-for-android-5-devices-in-september-2026

Whats App to end support for Android 5 devices in September 2026

1+ week, 9+ hour ago  (210+ words) Whats App is set to stop working on older Android smartphones starting September 2026, according to updates reported by Wa Beta Info. Devices still running Android 5. 0 (Lollipop) and Android 5. 1 will no longer meet the minimum requirements needed to run the app....

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eastleighvoice. co. ke > news-ev > 338066 > instagram-tests-instants-for-disappearing-direct-messages

Instagram tests 'Instants' for disappearing direct messages

1+ week, 5+ day ago  (210+ words) Instagram is currently testing a new feature called 'Instants', designed to introduce short-lived, disappearing updates within direct messages. The concept is similar to Snapchat-style messaging, emphasising spontaneity and temporary sharing rather than permanent posts. According to early test reports, "Instants…...

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eastleighvoice. co. ke > news-ev > 338062 > x-to-shut-down-communities-feature-amid-low-usage-spam-concerns

X to shut down communities feature amid low usage, spam concerns

1+ week, 5+ day ago  (200+ words) Social media platform X has announced plans to discontinue its Communities feature, citing low user engagement and persistent spam issues as the main reasons behind the decision. X Communities were created to give people a dedicated place to connect, share,…...

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eastleighvoice. co. ke > technology > 337391 > threads-unveils-live-chats-for-real-time-group-conversations-around-major-events

Threads unveils 'Live Chats' for real-time group conversations around major events

1+ week, 5+ day ago  (407+ words) Threads is rolling out a new feature called Live Chats, allowing users to participate in public, real-time group conversations built around major cultural moments such as sports games, music releases, and trending events. In a statement issued on Wednesday, Meta…...

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eastleighvoice. co. ke > technology > 337410 > x-set-to-launch-standalone-messaging-app-%E2%80%98xchat%E2%80%99-on-friday: -what-users-need-to-know

X set to launch standalone messaging app "XChat" on Friday: What users need to know

1+ week, 5+ day ago  (418+ words) X is preparing to launch its standalone messaging app, XChat, this Friday, an app which has been in testing since last year. The app is expected to introduce a more private and feature-rich messaging experience, separate from the direct messages…...