Microsoft updates SkyDrive for iOS with photo auto-upload

Microsoft just released an update for its SkyDrive iOS app to add automatic uploading for photos on the iOS platform. This was previously just available for Windows Phone users but now you can do so with your iOS device. It won’t be automatically available but you will be prompted when the update is installed. You can choose to turn on video backup as well. The Verge reported that the app will upload all photos in your camera roll once you enable the feature for the first time.

Amazon plans to improve screen and font for Kindle Paperwhite

TechCrunch reported that Amazon intends to update its Paperwhite e-book reader for the spring 2014 release. The tech company plans to improve the screen resolution from 212 ppi to 300 ppi. The weight of the device will supposedly be cut down as well. Amazon also reportedly wants to improve the typography with a customized font, provide “squeezable” buttons for haptic feedback, and add ambient light sensors to improve auto brightness adjustment.

Google updates Google+ social network app for iOS

Google tweaked its Google+ app a bit and added full-quality photo backup support for iOS 7 and changed the design in the notification tray. The app also allows you to share your location and find where your friends are. You can also translate comments and posts inline. Google also did the customary bug fixes and performance improvements to the social network app.

Instagram will reportedly add messaging to its service

Instagram is rumoured to be adding messaging to its photo and video-sharing app before the year ends. Gigaom said the Facebook service might also be planning to add group messaging into the mix. We’ll be on the lookout for the new version of Instagram scheduled to come out next month.