What’s new in WeChat 6.6.2 for iOS

The WeChat Team has just released WeChat version 6.6.2 for iOS and it contains five new improvements:

1. English Voice Input: English and other non-Chinese interface users can speak and have their English speech automatically converted into a text message
2. Login Manager: Conveniently switch between different WeChat accounts
3. “Discover” tab management: Show or hide features shown via the “Discover” tab
4. File size limit raised: Now send files in chats up to 100MB in file size
5. Animated GIFs support in Favorites: Animated GIFs saved to Favorites will display as animated

1. English Voice Input

English and other non-Chinese interface users can now use “Voice Input” from within the chat “+” menu to send text messages. Voice input allows users to speak into WeChat in English and immediately convert their words to text so you can send a text message instead of a voice message.

As shown below, tap on “Voice Input” and a “Hold to Talk” button will appear.

Press and hold the “Hold to Talk” button and begin speaking your message and you’ll see the converted text appear on-screen in realtime. Once your done speaking, you can check and edit you message as necessary before sending the text to your friend. This not only saves time, but is also a convenient way to text long messages or to send text messages when on-the-go.

2. Login Manager

Do you frequently switch two different WeChat accounts on the same device. Now you can use Login Manager  by going to “Me” > “Settings” > ”Login Manager” to easily switch to another account. You will be logged out of your current account (meaning that you will no longer receive system notifications when you receive a message on the prior account) and logged in to the new account.

Tap the “+” button and enter your login credentials to log in your second WeChat account. After logging in to your second account, return to this screen by going to “Me” > “Settings” > “Login Manager” again to easily switch back to your original account. For your account’s safety, you’ll need to verify your identity by entering a password, SMS confirmation code, or Voiceprint verification each time you switch between accounts. You can also tap “Edit Accounts…” to remove an account from the Login Manager screen.

3. “Discover” tab management

At WeChat, we work hard to bring you innovative, new features that enrich your app experience. In order to make the WeChat experience more suitable for all users, we’ve added the ability for you to show or hide features that appear in your WeChat “Discover” tab.

Go to “Me” > “Settings” > “General” > “Manage Discover” and you will have the option to show or hide the various optional features displayed within your “Discover” tab.

4. File size limit raised: Now send files in chats up to 100MB in file size

Share files up to 100 MB in size when sending from WeChat’s mobile app . On iOS, a “Files” button has been added to the “+” menu in chats which allows you to select a file from  iOS “Files”.

5. Animated GIFs saved to Favorites will be animated as well

Animated GIFs saved to Favorites will display animated. Previously, saved GIFs would only show the first frame of the animation, but now you can have the whole animated experience within Favorites.

As seen below,  adda GIF image from your Photos Album to your Favorites.

Once saved to Favorites, the GIF image will be shown animated.

blog.wechat.com/2018/01/31/whats-new-in-wechat-6-6-2-for-ios/

Hornet Hits Milestones as Largest Global LGBTQ Media Company

Hornet Hits Milestones as Largest Global LGBTQ Media Company

Last year was an exceptional period of growth for Hornet culminating in several exciting milestones we are excited to share. As the #1 gay app in several markets around the world, including France, Russia, Turkey, Brazil, Taiwan and with rapid growth in the United States, Hornet exceeded 25 million users in 2017. This sizable user base combined with our compelling user experience is why we were able to serve 31 billion ad impressions and to facilitate the sending and receiving of 13 billion in-app messages by our users.

While these numbers are indicative of Hornet’s technological success, people are at the center of what we do. The essence of our mission is to support, inform and protect the LGBTQ community. That’s why we published nearly 7,000 LGBTQ-relevant stories in seven different languages last year. It’s also why we built the Know Your Status program which, in 2017, hit one million participants who are opting to share their HIV status thereby reducing stigma and building a supportive Hornet community for people living with HIV.

In 2017, these inspiring numbers affirmed the merit of our product and the strength of our amazing community. The year ahead holds even more promise and we are thrilled about where we are heading next as Hornet continues to be the world’s most engaged social network for the gay community as well as the largest media company to postivietly impact the lives of LGBTQ people globally.

love.hornetapp.com/blog/2018/2/14/hornet-hits-milestones-as-largest-global-lgbtq-media-company

‘DADDYHUNT: The Serial’ Wins ‘Best LGBTQ Film’ and…

Congratulations to the CAST and CREW of ‘DADDYHUNT: The Serial’ for Winning ‘Best LGBTQ Film’ and ‘Honorable Mention: Actor – Jim Newman’ at the Top Shorts Online Film Festival 2017.

To celebrate, we’re releasing this Award Winning Short Movie version of the Serial, which includes never-before-seen DELETED SCENES!

Produced in collaboration with Building Healthy Online Communities. For great advice from the serial’s cast on how to make the choices that are right for you about your sexual health, click here: www.daddyhuntapp.com/health

CREATE YOUR STORY NOW & STAY TUNED FOR MORE DADDYHUNT NEWS!

WATCH now at www.facebook.com/Daddyhunt/videos/10155481295949476 or on YouTube at www.youtube.com/watch?v=umRT0LSyf_w

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What’s Up With Grindr?

You’ve probably heard by now about the exciting changes happening here at Grindr, the world’s largest gay social network. Beijing Kunlun, one of the world’s largest tech and gaming companies, recently announced it will be acquiring full ownership of Grindr. (Beijing Kunlun acquired a majority interest in Grindr back in 2016.) This significant investment is a strong vote of confidence in the community we have built. We have a lot to celebrate, but we also know that this sale raises some important questions.

We want to keep it real with you (and we don’t want anyone spreading crazy conspiracy theories), so here’s what you need to know:

1. Everybody wins from this.

Really. Through this acquisition, we will continue to expand the Grindr user experience, develop new features, make lots of exciting new content, continue to push for equality and much more. You can handle that, right?

2. We’re not going anywhere.

All Grindr users will continue to have the same access to the app as before, and there will be no changes to service for free or Xtra users. The same Terms of Service apply today just as they did yesterday. What you see is what you’ll continue to get.

3. Our fearless leader is still steering the ship.

Joel Simkhai is staying in his role as CEO as he leads the brand into this new chapter. 

4. Your privacy remains paramount.

Nothing changes with how we will protect your personal information. If you want to know more, please check out our privacy policy.

5. The Chinese government will not have access to your account.

Beijing Kunlun is not owned by the Chinese government. This sale doesn’t change how Grindr safeguards our user data.

You’re important to us, so we hope this information helps. But more importantly, we can’t wait to continue to make Grindr an even better place to connect with the world around you. So buckle up…we saved you a seat.