News & Reviews:   Android

Google has given several new updates to the Android operating system that activate interesting features. First of all, is the feature of editing messages sent through Messages. Messages that have been sent can be edited by users as long as they are still within 15 minutes. This feature can be used because Messages uses the RCS protocol.

Usually, phone brands would integrate their own exclusive apps on their operating systems. Apple is one fine example of this and according to Bloomberg, it is reported that the Apple TV+ app may be making its way to Android phones.

If you frequently use the Google Play Store, this news might catch your attention. Recently, Google Play Store rolled out a new feature that allows you to uninstall apps remotely. That said, what should you know about it?

WhatsApp is developing a theme customisation feature for the messaging app that will allow you to choose a wallpaper and five new colour options for chat bubbles. Interestingly, WABetaInfo discovered this feature in WhatsApp iOS beta version v24.11.10.70 and claims that similar changes will also appear on Android. That said, what should you know about it?

Today, Google launched a new Google Play service update for Google Password Manager. Starting today onwards, users can now share their passwords with their family members securely via the function. It can be done on Google Chrome and Android. 

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HUAWEI is touted to announce the HarmonyOS NEXT, a homegrown and Android-free OS during its developer conference next month. A beta version of the OS is expected to launch in said event, with a full rollout in September.

ChatGPT, a chatbot from OpenAI has significantly changed the way people search and view search engines by providing a digital assistant at their fingertips. Currently, users need to sign in with an email, Google or Apple account to use ChatGPT on iOS, but this requirement may be lifted soon, allowing mobile users to access the AI assistant without an account.

Mobile wallets have become a cornerstone of modern convenience, allowing users to store not only their credit cards but also car insurance cards. It also includes event tickets and even a digital version of a driver's license or government ID in some countries. That said, what should you know about it?

Smartphones help users store personal information and valuable data making them attractive targets for theft. To improve security, a new set of advanced theft protection features are being introduced through Google Play service updates. This update could affect billions of devices running Android 10 and above with some features available in Android 15.