Gboard is the default keyboard on most Android devices and packs several nifty features. However, its deep integration with Google services raises concerns about privacy for many users. If you're in ...

With a new feature we've spotted in a Gboard beta, it'll be easier than ever to spam your friends and family with holiday-themed GIFs.

In the days of fast communication, sometimes an animated GIF can be perfect for certain situations. That, or you can just be having some fun with a friend or relative by sending amusing images to each ...

Kenzie has eight years of experience in academic librarianship, leading information literacy programs and managing a CMS. She holds a MLIS from Simmons College, focusing on Information Science & ...

The technology of text messaging paved the way for more abbreviated forms of communication. More than shortening words through "txtspeak" to fit character limits (that don't really matter much these ...

I remember the days when text-based emojis like :P and :D were the norm on my trusty Nokia 3310. But as smartphones evolved, so did emojis and GIFs. They have become more expressive, come in various ...

In the dynamic realm of digital communication, self-expression transcends verbal exchanges. GIFs are becoming the preferred way to add comedy, emotion, or even just a little pizazz to your messaging.

Keyboard shortcuts are essentially combinations of keys that can help you perform an action with your keyboard fast and without the need to use your mouse or touchpad. If you've been using Windows for ...

Graphics Interchange Format, popularly known as GIF is a digital file format. A GIF means multiple images encoded in a single file and displayed in a succession to create an animation. It can also be ...

iPhone and Android smartphones have made it easy to talk in emojis and GIFs. They come built-in to the keyboard with a dedicated button—Android even has GIF search built directly into Gboard. But when ...