Android app security and performance will be a big focus for Google over the next couple of years, as proven by recently announced Play Store policy revisions.
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Universally criticized for mediocre camera performance, the first-gen Essential Phone continues to get better. And yes, there will be a second-gen handset.
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In theory, Netflix now supports Android Oreo's Picture-in-Picture functionality for enhanced mobile multitasking. In practice, you can't use it yet.
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With the latest version of WhatsApp for Android, iOS and Windows Phone, it's possible to delete embarrassing messages within seven minutes of their sending.
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Uber's latest global Android and iOS app update enables a feature that should have probably been available for a long time: in-app chat.
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The already intuitive and versatile Google feed in the search giant's Android and iOS app is getting a major update focused on personalization.
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If you want to help someone who doesn't own a smartphone or that simply refuses to use the Uber app get around, a new feature makes it hassle-free.
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Fitbit still has some work to do to ensure Pebble watches will work 6 or 12 months from now, but cloud reliance is gradually being decreased.
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Usually, it's the underdogs that take inspiration from market leaders, but Facebook isn't afraid to go the other way around and follow Snapchat's suit.
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Microsoft's Cortana works even better and more naturally on Android devices after the latest app update, with extensive lock screen support.
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After refreshing the looks and improving the user experience of Cortana on Android devices months ago, Microsoft finally does the same for iOS users.
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Android and iOS instant messaging app Viber adds Secret Chat functionality to a bag of tricks also including encryption and "secret messages."
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Frames, effects, stickers, easy photo and video sharing, all available for just 24 hours. This Facebook Messenger Day thing sure sounds familiar.
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Well, Allo there, Android Auto, and nice to finally be able to communicate properly behind the wheel without taking one's eyes off the road.
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Far from the world's most popular instant messaging mobile app, Google Allo today improves GIF, emoji and Google Assistant support.
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