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Meta’s Messenger Lite for Android will be shut down on THIS date
25Aug By adminNo Comments
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Meta’s Messenger Lite for Android will be shut down on THIS date

[ad_1] The Messenger Lite for Android, the popular lightweight application with basic features from the Messenger app, is being pulled by Meta next month. The app was intended for less-powerful Android devices and could run with less RAM usage and required less storage space. The app was first launched in October 2016. It immediately grew in popularity among users who did not own an expensive smartphone, as they too could comfortably use the Messenger app without worrying about it slowing down the phone, taking up too much space, or draining the battery. However, Meta has set a last date for the app, and you should know it too.According to a report by TechCrunch, the app has been removed from the Google Play Store, which means new users cannot download it anymore. For those who already ...
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Google’s eSIM transfer tool for Android smartphones revealed
22Aug By adminNo Comments
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Google’s eSIM transfer tool for Android smartphones revealed

[ad_1] In the last few years, embedded SIM or eSIM has become extremely popular. While it was initially used in smartwatches, manufacturers now incorporate this technology into their smartphones too. Apple last year even went ahead and made the iPhone 14 only eSIM compatible in the United States, removing the physical SIM slot altogether. Although using an eSIM has several advantages such as the ability to store multiple profiles, it can be quite confusing when you have to switch your SIM card over to another device.To tackle this, Google in February announced that Android would be getting support for eSIM transfer, and now we have a first look at this feature. eSIM transfer on AndroidAccording to a report by 9to5Google, Android will soon get support for an eSIM transfer tool that would...
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60,000 phones infected by Android Stalkerware app – is yours compromised? Know how to remove
26Jul By adminNo Comments
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60,000 phones infected by Android Stalkerware app – is yours compromised? Know how to remove

[ad_1] Tens of thousands of Android phones have fallen victim to a dangerous stalkerware app that covertly harvests private data. Known as Spyhide, this malicious software has managed to infiltrate 60,000 Android devices since 2016, according to a TechCrunch report. Unlike regular hacking apps that send stolen data to cybercriminals, stalkerware like Spyhide gathers sensitive information and transmits it back to individuals who seek to monitor their victims.Alarming discoveryThe real danger lies in the stalkerware's ability to remain concealed on compromised phones, making detection and removal challenging. Once installed, Spyhide discreetly collects and uploads various private details, including contacts, messages, photos, call logs, recordings, and real-time location. Recently, a Swis...
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Google Play games beta on PC! Play Ludo King, Hitwicket Games and other Android games now
14Jul By adminNo Comments
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Google Play games beta on PC! Play Ludo King, Hitwicket Games and other Android games now

[ad_1] Google Play Games beta is now available on PC for Indian users. This application lets users browse, download, and play mobile games on their PCs. Despite being launched last year, the software has only recently been released for a beta test in India in order to gather feedback from users. The company believes that the reviews will enable it to enhance and improve the player experience.Not only PCs, but users can explore mobile games across their phones, tablets, Chromebooks, and PCs. In addition, users in India can also access the app in English and Hindi. About Google Play Games on PCGoogle Play Games on PC is not only available in India but it will also be made available in 60 new regions, making it available in 120 regions in all. By making Android games available in different...
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Bear 2 notes app released! Turns even more useful; check full list of features
12Jul By adminNo Comments
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Bear 2 notes app released! Turns even more useful; check full list of features

[ad_1] Developer Shiny Frog has launched a new version of the Bear note-taking app for Apple products users. While Apple Notes is very much there and it is an excellent app, but Bear promises to bring so many things to the table that were not available there and it has got rid of some shortcomings too. The competition it faces is stiff as it also includes the Evernote app and the Google Keeps app, which offer unique note-keeping features.Shiny Frog CEO Danilo Bonardi has unveiled a whole new Bear 2 app that looks and works the same as Bear app, but comes with more enhanced features that make the app look like a totally new version. What is it bringing? Bear 2 users will get tables, nested styles, pinned tags, a better Bear Pro, Backlinks, ToC, custom fonts, and so much more. About the B...
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In big move, Twitter blocks links to Threads amidst fiery rivalry
12Jul By adminNo Comments
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In big move, Twitter blocks links to Threads amidst fiery rivalry

[ad_1] Since its launch on July 5, the popularity of Twitter's newest rival Threads has grown exponentially, becoming the fastest platform to reach 100 million users. This has coincided with Twitter's traffic taking a hit, with the microblogging platform coming at 37th place in the latest DNS rankings, as revealed by Cloudflare CEO. While Twitter's new CEO Linda Yaccarino has downplayed reports of a decline in traffic, the platform does seem to be concerned about the latest competition, and in its wake, it has reportedly taken a drastic step to push back.Twitter blocks Threads linksAccording to Technologist Andy Baio (via TechCrunch), although Twitter allows users to post URLs on the platform, it has recently been blocking links to the Threads app. Baio posted a screenshot on Threads sh...
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New animated emoji added to Google Messages; know what you will get
11Jul By adminNo Comments
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New animated emoji added to Google Messages; know what you will get

[ad_1] Google Messages app has rolled out its current version of the beta update in which it introduced cute and expressive emojis. Earlier it was only emoji-only messages but now you can send emojis with actual expressions and animation, according to a 9To5Google Report.Google is constantly working on its emoji game for Android users over the years. The emoji kitchen gained popularity and we have been using it frequently, however, now with its beta update, we can soon enjoy sharing animated emojis that will show our actual expression to the message receiver. With new animated emojis, we can say goodbye to traditional message bubbles and say Hello to emojis that will appear directly within the conversation view. It is observed that all Android users do not have access to these features ...
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Google’s AirTag rival gets a BIG upgrade! Know all about Find My Device feature
30Jun By adminNo Comments
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Google’s AirTag rival gets a BIG upgrade! Know all about Find My Device feature

[ad_1] Google made several key announcements at its annual developer event Google I/O 2023 with a primary focus on artificial intelligence (AI). Moreover, it was revealed that Google was also working on an Apple AirTag rival as well as an advanced upgrade to Find My Device to prevent Bluetooth tracker stalking, with a release date planned for “later this summer”. Currently, Find My Device helps users locate misplaced devices that have location capabilities and are connected to the internet. We finally now have a glimpse of what these new features could look like.Find My DeviceA new logo that resembles other Google logos has popped up on some devices running beta builds of Android, and testers have received emails that their device was found using the new Find My Device network, accordin...
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Android surpasses iOS, but not on taking screenshots and scanning QR codes
26Jun By adminNo Comments
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Android surpasses iOS, but not on taking screenshots and scanning QR codes

[ad_1] A new study reveals that Android users encounter fewer problems while using their phones compared to iOS users. This suggests that Android may be a more user-friendly operating system. The study was conducted by Green Smartphones, a company that compares smartphones, and it looked at 12 common tasks performed on both Android and iOS, such as recording the screen, sharing location, and taking screenshots.The results show that Android performed better than iOS in ten out of the twelve tasks examined. Android users needed less help and instructions for these tasks. However, iOS was found to be more user-friendly than Android when it came to taking screenshots and scanning QR codes. The study also compared the number of searches made by Android and iOS users for help with basic and i...
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