Xiaomi wants its users to enjoy 3D Touch, too. Photo: Killian Bell/Cult of Android

Xiaomi isn’t exactly known for having its own ideas, so why would you expect it to act any differently when Apple introduced its innovative new 3D Touch feature for the iPhone 6s?

True to form, a new rumor coming out of China claims that Xiaomi has patented its own version of the technology. Because, of course it has.

The new Google Play Store. Photo: Killian Bell/Cult of Android

Google has revamped its Google Play Store after launching Android 6.0 Marshmallow, and the gorgeous new redesign is rolling out now to all Android users. It’s not all about looks, though.

Google announced Spotify support for Chromecast in late September. Photo: Google

Spotify has finally rolled out support for the original Google Chromecast, allowing users to stream their favorite tunes to the TV when it’s time to party. You don’t need to be a Spotify Premium subscriber, either.

Spot the difference.

HTC has been getting a lot of stick for its brand new One A9, which looks just like another iPhone clone. But the Taiwanese company insists that the design was its own idea, and that Apple actually copied HTC’s first unibody phone that was released in 2013.

Parchi wants to help you stay productive on the go. Photo: Neowin

You know when you’re rushing to catch the train or the Starbucks barista is shouting at you to collect your coffee, but you need to jot down something important before you forget it? Well, Microsoft has the perfect app for that.

It’s called Parchi, and it’s a lightweight note-taking app that makes it faster and easier than ever to save the things that are most important to you.