News & Reviews:   Android

Google is adding a new layer of protection to Android with the rollout of developer verification for all apps installed on certified Android devices. Announced by Suzanne Frey, VP of Product, Trust & Growth for Android, this initiative aims to curb the rise of malware and scams from sideloaded apps by ensuring every developer is verified before their app reaches users.

Google is now reportedly developing a new function that will allow Android and iPhone smartphone users to easily share files. So, what should you know about it?

WhatsApp is quietly reshaping how users handle missed calls with a new feature spotted in its latest Android beta (version 2.25.23.21). Available to select testers via the Google Play Beta Program, the update introduces a voicemail-like voice message option—bringing a more human touch to digital conversations.

It was only two months ago that we reported on the MyGOV Malaysia Mobile App. Today, the Malaysian government has unveiled the Beta version of the MyGOV Malaysia App, now available for download. Branded with the ethos of “Aplikasi Rakyat Untuk Rakyat”, the MyGOV is not promoted just as another app, but is redefining how citizens access public services.

In this latest WhatsApp beta news, WhatsApp is refining its username feature with a new privacy tool called the “username key.” This optional setting acts as a gatekeeper—users who enable it can require others to enter a unique code before messaging them via username, adding a protective layer against unsolicited chats.

OpenAI could soon introduce watermarking for images generated in the free version of ChatGPT. A recent teardown of the ChatGPT Android app revealed a potential new feature that allows users to “Save without watermark,” suggesting a possible paywall for clean image downloads in the future.

Combining Chrome OS with Android? Well, according to sources, Google is planning a major revamp to create a unified platform tailored for tablets, laptops, and other large?screen devices. This initiative is part of a multi?year project aimed at boosting Android’s competitiveness while streamlining internal engineering efforts.

Smartphones can do so many things these days and HUAWEI goes out of its way to make it more so. Here are some smart and easy ways to utilise everyday apps on your HUAWEI device.

Google Chrome has now announced that it will end support for two older versions of Android, Android 8.0 Oreo and Android 9.0 Pie. Google says Chrome 138 will be the last version to support both operating systems.

With the rise of AI applications and tools on our smartphones, we can certainly expect more upgrades, such as memory capacity. According to the well-known leakster DigitalChat, he suggested that the next-generation Android flagships could launch with as much as 24GB of RAM.