Google Messages Will Soon Stop Working on Uncertified Android Devices, APK Teardown Hints

1 day, 3 hours ago

WhatsApp to stop working on older Android devices from 2025. Will your phone still be compatible?

WhatsApp has decided to end support for older Android devices from 2025. The new change would mean that people using older Android models would need to upgrade their phones in order to continue using the personal messaging app. WhatsApp is ending support for older Android devices because the hardware on these older devices is not capable of supporting the new …

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6 days, 13 hours ago

Ending use of WhatsApp is ‘clear admission’ Government was wrong, claim Tories

The Independent

Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inbox Get our free View from Westminster email Get our free View from Westminster email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The Scottish Government has given a “clear admission” that its use …

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1 week ago

FBI warns Americans to keep their text messages secure: What to know

NPR

FBI warns Americans to keep their text messages secure: What to know toggle caption Damien Meyer/AFP via Getty Images It's not often that a piece of FBI advice triggers a Snopes fact check. The U.S. believes hackers affiliated with China's government, dubbed Salt Typhoon, are waging a "broad and significant cyber-espionage campaign" to infiltrate commercial telecoms and steal users' data …

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2 weeks, 1 day ago

Google faces flak for claiming that all text sent via Google Messages are end-to-end encrypted

India Today

Google is facing backlash for allegedly misleading users about the encryption capabilities of its messaging app, Google Messages. While the app offers end-to-end encryption for some conversations, its marketing materials, including those on the Google Play Store, suggest a more robust and comprehensive level of security than is actually available. However, RCS in its default state lacks encryption, making it …

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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Android Is Now Using AI to Upgrade Your Phone’s Closed Captions

Wired

Other Android upgrades include better-looking document scans in Google Drive thanks to improved contrast and white balance in the document processing steps, and easier sharing with Quick Share, which is the Google equivalent of Apple's AirDrop. Pixel Phone Updates Many other new features being announced today will specifically roll out to Google's Pixel phones, though some of these may make …

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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Google rolling out Gemini extensions for Messages, WhatsApp and Spotify

The Hindu

Google has reportedly started rolling out separate Gemini extensions for WhatsApp, Google Home, Messages, Phone and for Spotify. On the Messages app, users can write texts, edit and rewrite messages with the Gemini extension. WhatsApp extension helps users write messages and place calls with Gemini while the Phone extension can dial numbers with voice prompts. Just yesterday, a Gemini extension …

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2 weeks, 5 days ago

FBI issues grave warning to all iPhone and Android users: stop sending texts

Daily Mail

The FBI has issued a warning to Americans about sending regular text messages between Androids and iPhones. FBI warns iPhone and Android users to use end-to-end encryption to text each other amid hackers accessing their content Jeff Greene, CISA's executive assistant director for cybersecurity, issued the stark warning Tuesday, urging Americans to be vigilant amid the hacking campaign. Several recent …

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2 weeks, 5 days ago

WhatsApp to Stop-supporting THESE iPhones models by May 2025: List

India TV News

WhatsApp, a Meta-owned social media platform has announced that it will discontinue support for certain older iPhone models starting May 5, 2025. iPhones unable to upgrade beyond iOS 12.5.7, including the iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, and iPhone 6 Plus, will lose access to the messaging platform. These older devices, released nearly a decade ago, cannot support the advanced technologies required …

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3 weeks ago

WhatsApp to end support for older iPhones in May 2025; check the full list

Live Mint

Meta-owned WhatsApp is reportedly set to discontinue support for older iPhone models from May 2025, signalling a major shift for users of devices such as the iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, and iPhone 6 Plus. This move will affect devices that are unable to update beyond iOS 12.5.7, the last software version available for these older iPhones. Users on these models …

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4 weeks ago

Android 15 users alert: Government flags high-risk security threats

India TV News

The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team has issued a high-risk warning for users of Android 15 and earlier versions. The vulnerabilities have been affecting Android 12 through Android 15, which can be exploited by hackers to access sensitive data, causing system instability, or even launch denial-of-service attacks. CERT-In's alert highlights issues across: Android 12 Android 12L Android 13 Android 14 …

Google Android Device Your Device Users Alert

4 weeks ago

Android 15 users beware, govt has issues a high risk warning and you should not ignore it

India Today

The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team has issued a high-risk warning for Android users again. According to the government’s cybersecurity agency, multiple vulnerabilities have been found in the Android operating system, which, if exploited, could pose severe threats to users’ devices. In the report, the government agency outlines critical vulnerabilities in Android versions from the older Android 12 to the …

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1 month ago

Google is releasing huge new Android update early – to fix a major problem with phones

The Independent

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Google is speeding up the release of its Android operating system – in …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Google Gemini app now live for iPhone users and it is free

India Today

Google has officially launched its highly anticipated Gemini app for iPhone users, expanding its artificial intelligence offerings to the iOS ecosystem. Google Gemini app for iPhones: Key Features Gemini’s launch on iOS comes with a wide range of features, designed to cater to a broad audience. A standout feature of the new Google Gemini app is Gemini Live, a real-time …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Android 16 update coming early next year: Google's new plan

India TV News

Google is set to shake up its traditional Android release schedule. This additional update is designed to incentivize Android manufacturers like Samsung and OnePlus to streamline their integration processes and keep pace with Google's rapid timeline. Early developer access To facilitate a smooth transition, Google will provide developers with an early beta version of Android 16 next year. Impact on …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Google's Dynamic Island-Inspired Notifications: What to Expect in Android 16

Live Mint

Google is reportedly working on introducing Dynamic Island-inspired notifications with the Android 16 OS, which is still a few months away from an official announcement. The new notification system will allow apps to create 'chips' in the status instead of just icons, which could potentially include a dialogue box that provides more information about the notification and allows users to …

Entertainment Technology Apps Dynamic Island

3 months ago

Emergency alert system obligations on mobile OS providers as well

Hindustan Times

Mobile operating system providers such as Google and Apple will now have to ensure that the disaster alerts sent by the government every year are automatically read out in at least four Indian languages, besides Hindi and English. Emergency alert system obligations on mobile OS providers as well The move is in accordance with the new amendment notified by the …

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3 months, 1 week ago

Government warns Android users of hacking threat due to vulnerabilities in operating system

India TV News

The government has issued a warning for Android smartphone users. The government agency CERT-In has issued a warning about various vulnerabilities found in Android devices. CERT-In has classified this as a High Severity Rating Alert, indicating that Android users are currently at high risk. At Risk Phones: According to the government agency, smartphones running on Android 12, Android 12L, Android …

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3 months, 1 week ago

Indian Government Issues High Severity Warning for Android Users

Deccan Chronicle

The Central government has issued “High” severity warning for Android users, highlighting multiple vulnerabilities that affect Android versions 12, 12L, 13 and 14. Indian Computer Emergency Response Team under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology said that attackers could exploit these vulnerabilities to obtain sensitive information. "Multiple vulnerabilities have been reported in Android which could be exploited by an …

Android Issues High

4 months, 2 weeks ago

WhatsApp Chat Backup: How to Preserve Your Chats on Devices Losing Support

The Hindu

Using an old smartphone that is still in working condition is a reality for many, but this can come with several disadvantages. For example, services like Meta’s WhatsApp may stop supporting older systems or devices that do not meet their requirements. Coming to Apple, iPhones with iOS 12 and newer versions, as well as iPhones that can receive SMS messages …

Whatsapp Stop Support

4 months, 2 weeks ago

Using 2G On Your Android Phone? Google Warns About This Major Hacking Threat

News 18

Disable 2G on your Android phone to prevent hackers from intercepting your device on the network and stop them from stealing your data. The threat for these phone users is around SMS Blasters that can disguise themselves as 4G or a 5G network and once you connect to the range, it switches your phone’s network to 2G and makes use …

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

Top Tech News Today: ChatGPT Voice Capability Rolling Out For Select Users, Google's Accelerator Programme For Android App Startups In India, More

ABP News

ChatGPT Voice Capability Rolling Out For Select Users ChatGPT creator OpenAI is introducing a long-awaited voice capability for ChatGPT to a select group of users, following a postponement to address potential safety concerns. pic.twitter.com/64O94EhhXK — OpenAI July 30, 2024 Google's New Accelerator Programme For Android App Startups In India Google has unveiled its latest initiative to boost the Android app …

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

Pakistan says its own messaging app for secure comms among officials is ready to launch

Associated Press

ISLAMABAD — Pakistani engineers have developed and successfully tested a government messaging app for secure communication among officials, authorities said Tuesday, even as Islamabad restricts social media use and regularly shuts down internet and mobile phone networks to prevent dissent. Should the government approve it, the messaging platform could eventually also be available to millions of citizens, said Baber Majid, …

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5 months ago

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6, Z Fold6 to Google Messages as default messaging app

The Hindu

Samsung has said that they will be picking Google Messages instead of their own messaging app in the U.S. for their newly launched Galaxy Z Flip6, Z Fold6 and “newer models.” The company announced the same in a notice shared via the Samsung Members app. The update stated that Samsung Messages would no longer be preloaded on these new models …

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5 months ago

Samsung switches to Google Messages on Galaxy phones in the US

India TV News

Samsung has officially declared that it will no longer launch its devices with the pre-install Samsung Messages app. In 2022, Samsung made Google Messages the default SMS/RCS app on Galaxy devices, while still pre-installing its app as an alternative option for users. Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6: New changes Starting with the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip …

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5 months, 4 weeks ago

Huawei’s HarmonyOS NEXT to skip out on Android apps: Report

The Hindu

Chinese smartphone maker Huawei announced it is going all-in with its HarmonyOS NEXT platform that will remove support for Android apps entirely, a report from 9to5google said. The company is apparently claiming that the new platform entirely ditches the Android code base in favour of a fully independent architecture. The new platform reportedly also includes “Harmony Intelligence”, Huawei’s take on …

Huawei

7 months, 1 week ago

Google launches Android 15 beta 2; here's how you can download it

Deccan Chronicle

Hyderabad: Google CEO Sundar Pichai has launched the Android 15 beta 2 version, available for 26 devices. The beta 2 version has improved features including a faster camera launch and a faster system boot, lower app-launch time, limited power draw during app launch among others. The beta 2 will be available on select models of various brands including Google, Nothing, …

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7 months, 1 week ago

Android's new service will protect users from fake, malicious apps: Here's how it will work

India TV News

Google is gearing up to launch a new system to protect Android users from the problem of malware. The service will leverage Google Play Protect’s on-device AI to analyse apps for suspicious behaviour. The live threat detection service was announced following the Google I/O developer event on Tuesday. The service also uses Google’s Private Compute Core, which is an Android …

Google Android Service App Protect Users

7 months, 1 week ago

The 21 Top New Android 15 Features

Wired

Folks without a Pixel or supported partner device should watch their phone manufacturer's website, forums, or social media to learn when to expect Android 15. Private Space Courtesy of Google Android 15 includes a new Private Space where you can keep sensitive apps separate from the rest of your phone. Improved Audio Image Descriptions Android has a screen reader called …

Google Android Apps Phone App Devices Feature

7 months, 1 week ago

Warning for Android users: Devices may get hacked, personal info could be stolen

Hindustan Times

The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team issued a high-severity warning with respect to vulnerabilities that could affect multiple versions of Android operating system. The cybersecurity agency said that hackers could steal sensitive information and exploit vulnerabilities to gain complete control over the device. The cybersecurity agency said that hackers could steal sensitive information, exploit vulnerabilities to gain complete control over …

Android Device

7 months, 1 week ago

Government issues warning to Android smartphone users, personal data at risk: Here's why

India TV News

If you have an Android smartphone, there is important news for you. Cert-In, an agency under the Electronics and IT Department of the Government of India, has released a new update for Indian Android users, indicating that Android smartphone users are at significant risk of privacy and security breaches. Cert-In has identified multiple vulnerabilities in Android smartphones that could lead …

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7 months, 1 week ago

Google I/O 2024: Features That Might Arrive In Our Phones After The Installation Of Android 15

ABP News

Android at the moment has the majority of the global mobile operating systems market share captured, making it the most popular OS across the world. Just as in previous years, Google is gearing up to unveil the next instalment of its operating system, Android 15, during the annual Google I/O developers conference on May 14. While Google has been offering …

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7 months, 1 week ago

Android 15 will likely take centre stage at Google I/O 2024 tomorrow: Here is everything we expect

India Today

And the countdown has begun. Partial Screen Sharing Android 15 will allow users to share or record specific app windows with precision, a feature previously available only on Pixel devices and now extending to other Android devices. Universal Toggle for Keyboard Vibration Control With Android 15, users will also have the option to globally toggle keyboard vibration settings, ensuring a …

Features Google Android Apps App Ai Devices

8 months, 2 weeks ago

Dutch claims foundation launches privacy case against Google

Dutch News

A Dutch claims foundation is pressing ahead with a class action case against Google, arguing that the Android technology on its smartphones is being used to collect information about users without their consent. The foundation, which is also involved in a case against social media platform TikTok, says Google must introduce changes in Android which allow users to opt out …

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8 months, 3 weeks ago

10 Services discontinued by Google over the years: List

India TV News

Google has recently discontinued its Podcasts app, but it will still be accessible for download to some regions, with the help of the App Store. We bring to you 10 more services which the tech giant has stopped over the period: DropCam : Dropcam was a line of Wi-Fi/cloud-based video streaming cameras which is set to stop within three months …

Google Service

8 months, 3 weeks ago

Android 15 reportedly drops support for some outdated apps: Details here

India TV News

Android 15 could reportedly block some of the apps that are currently available on the Google Play Store or available via third-party marketplaces. As per the report, Android 15 DP2 build is not allowing apps that are based on Android 6.0-based SDK 23 to be installed on devices. The report found that smartphones running Android 14 were able to install …

Google Android Apps App Report Install Sdk

9 months, 2 weeks ago

Google relents, extends payment deadline for apps

Hindustan Times

The conflict between Google and a clutch of Indian app developers over the former’s payments policy for its Play Store appears to have reached a temporary resolution, with the American tech behemoth agreeing to reinstate the apps it had delisted, hours after IT minister Ashwini Vaishnaw convened a meeting between both sides on Tuesday. IT minister Ashwini Vaishnaw convened a …

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9 months, 3 weeks ago

5 Info Edge apps delisted from Google Play Store, company tells bourses

Hindustan Times

Five apps from Info Edge --- Naukri.com, Naukri Recruiter, Naukrigulf, 99acres and Shiksha --- have been delisted by Google from its Play Store, the Indian tech giant informed the bourses on Saturday. Info Edge said the removal/delisting of the company’s mobile applications from the Google Play Store came as a surprise to it. “The removal/delisting of the company’s mobile applications …

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9 months, 3 weeks ago

Google unveils Gemini on Messages, gen-AI in Android Auto

Live Mint

Barcelona: Google on Monday showcased a series of generative AI updates, including the integration of Google's Gemini chatbot into Google's Messages app on Android devices. Generative AI is also making its way into Google’s Android Auto platform for cars, where an underlying AI model will summarize text messages while Android Auto is connected to the infotainment unit of the vehicle …

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9 months, 4 weeks ago

MWC 2024: Google to showcase 6 Android experiences; all you need to know

India TV News

Google on Monday said that it will be showcasing six Android experiences at the Mobile World Congress 2024 in Barcelona, Spain. "At MWC Barcelona, we’re sharing how our latest AI technologies and multi-device experiences can help you get more done across the Android ecosystem," Google said. "Try it out with your own group at MWC -- just take a few …

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10 months ago

‘It’s coming': Elon Musk hints at Xmail launch as alternative to Gmail; here's all you need to know

Hindustan Times

After releasing his own version of ChatGPT, billionaire Elon Musk has confirmed the forthcoming launch of ‘Xmail’, prompting speculations about its potential to compete with Google's Gmail service. Musk simply replied, “It's coming.” Meanwhile, one X user was quick to comment, “Lost trust in Gmail. Aslo Read: Elon Musk's Mars ‘game plan’: Sending one million people from 2029 Gmail vs …

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10 months ago

Is Gmail Going To Shut Down In 2024? Here’s What We Know

News 18

If you have noticed Gmail trending on social media this week, that is because a strange rumour hinted that Google is going to shut down the popular mailing service. While Google hasn’t officially made any comment on this rumour, Gmail has used its social clout to put away the concerns of its users, with a simple post on X which …

Google Shut Gmail

10 months ago

PhonePe launches app store to take on Google’s Play Store

Hindustan Times

Walmart-backed Indian fintech PhonePe on Wednesday launched its app store for Android called Indus Appstore, becoming the first Indian rival to Google’s Play Store. The company is in conversation with multiple phone manufacturers so that the app store can come pre-loaded on different Android cellphones, founder and PhonePe CEO Sameer Nigam said at the launch event in Delhi. “We are …

Indian Google Android Apps App Store Developers

10 months, 1 week ago

Google Rolls Out Gemini Android App In India And Over 100 Other Countries

ABP News

Google has expanded the reach of its Gemini app, a cutting-edge artificial intelligence AI chatbot, and now made it accessible in more than 150 countries and territories globally, including in India. While there isn't a standalone Gemini app for iOS, iPhone users can now tap into Gemini's capabilities via a toggle within the Google app, granting them access to the …

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10 months, 2 weeks ago

Google Bard is now Gemini as new AI tools launched

The Independent

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Google has rebranded its Bard AI chatbot as Gemini as the tech giant …

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10 months, 2 weeks ago

Google's Gemini AI app to land on phones, making it easier for people to connect to a digital brain

The Independent

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10 months, 2 weeks ago

Google to rebrand AI Chatbot 'Bard' as 'Gemini', will have a free and paid app launching soon

Firstpost

In a move set to redefine its generative AI-powered chatbot landscape, Google is reportedly gearing up to rebrand its existing chatbot, ‘Bard,’ to the new moniker, ‘Gemini.’ Over the past few months, the tech behemoth has been diligently enhancing its Gemini-powered AI chatbot, unveiling a string of new features. This represents Google’s most advanced large language model to date, potentially …

Google App Ai Gemini

10 months, 3 weeks ago

Top Tech News Today January 29 iTel To Launch New Power Series Of Smartphones ChatGPT Violates Data Breach Concerns Says Italy Watchdog More

ABP News

eiTel To Launch New 'Power' Series Of Smartphones Handset maker itel is gearing up to officially launch a new lineup of smartphones which it would call the "iTel Power" series. ChatGPT Violates Data Breach Concerns: Italy Watchdog Italy's data protection watchdog informed OpenAI that its artificial intelligence application, ChatGPT, violates data protection regulations. Samsung Aims To Make Galaxy AI Available …

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11 months, 1 week ago

Android 14 and older users beware, your smartphone is at high risk of being hacked

India Today

The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team has issued a critical warning about multiple vulnerabilities in Android versions including 14 and older. In the recent advisory released with the Vulnerability Note the government agency has highlighted multiple vulnerabilities in the Android operating system which if exploited, could allow attackers to steal your sensitive information and gain complete control over your device. …

Android Updates System Device Your Device Components Vulnerabilities

11 months, 3 weeks ago

Telegram rolls out new update for users, redesigns voice and video calls

India Today

Telegram has just announced its latest update, version 10.5.0, bringing a fresh design to voice and video calls, along with a revamped delete animation for Android users. In a blog post, Telegram said that the new UI uses less resources and hence will lead to a performance boost and extended battery life for your phones. Talking about the update, Telegram …

Animation App Update Telegram

1 year ago

iMessage App For Android Users Will Be Shut Down Soon: Here’s The Full Story

News 18

Android users finally got a chance to use iMessage thanks to Beeper Mini which was able to mimic Apple’s security and privacy standards. Apple was able to block Beeper Mini’s access to iMessage service, which was resolved multiple times but now, even the team at Beeper Mini have decided that if Apple decides to pull the plug on its app …

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Google Messages Will Soon Stop Working on Uncertified Android Devices, APK Teardown Hints

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