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03 Mar 2025

Android Automotive Expands with New Apps and Games

Android Automotive now offers nearly 70 new apps and games, enhancing infotainment for vehicle users through Google's Car Ready Mobile Apps program.

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03 Mar 2025

Understanding Sideloading for Android Apps Safely

Learn how to sideload Android apps securely by using APK files, exploring F-Droid, and understanding installation settings and security considerations.

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03 Mar 2025

Signal Targeted by Russian Threat Actors, Google Reports

Google has issued a warning about Russian threat actors targeting the secure messaging app Signal, exploiting vulnerabilities to intercept information.

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03 Mar 2025

Epic Expands Android Store with Star Wars Titles

Epic introduces Star Wars classics to its Android Store, expanding its third-party games offering. The new additions, including the renowned Knights of the Old Republic, are available for free download until March 20, enhancing the Epic Games Store's appeal to users.

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28 Feb 2025

WhatsApp Experiences Brief Outage Affecting Users Worldwide

On February 28, 2025, WhatsApp faced a temporary outage, hindering messaging services globally. User reports surged on Down Detector, but the app swiftly restored functionality.

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28 Feb 2025

WhatsApp and Messenger Face Global Communication Outage

A global outage has disrupted messaging services on WhatsApp and Messenger, affecting users' ability to send messages or make calls.

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28 Feb 2025

Messenger Experiences Global Outage Affecting Users

Messenger's global outage impacts users' ability to connect, send messages and make calls. Complaints surge in the US and UK as reports highlight significant disruptions for Facebook Messenger users. Meta refrains from commenting on the outage's cause.

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28 Feb 2025

Google Enhances Contacts App with New Sync Features

Google updates the Contacts app with new sync features. Users can now view contact totals and last sync status, while toggling sync on or off with ease. The update follows recent additions allowing emoji and monograms for contact images.

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28 Feb 2025

Amazon to Discontinue Appstore Amid Changing Market

Amazon announces plans to phase out its Appstore and Amazon Coins by 2025, continuing support on Fire devices as the market shifts.

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28 Feb 2025

Amazon Plans to End Android Appstore Support in August 2025

Amazon will cease Appstore support for Android on August 20, 2025, affecting app downloads, but continuing for Fire tablets and TVs. Refunds for unused Coins will be issued.

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28 Feb 2025

Amazon to Discontinue Appstore for Android Devices

Amazon announces its plan to shut down the Appstore for Android, halting new app submissions by August 20th. Although operating since 2011, the service sees limited updates or support moving forward.

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27 Feb 2025

Google Lens Feature Expands to iPhone Users

Google Lens' Circle to Search feature now available on iPhone. Integrated into Chrome and Google apps, this tool simplifies searching by allowing users to circle text or images for quick results, making it intuitive and accessible for both Android and iPhone users.

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27 Feb 2025

Android Automotive Expands with New App Selection for Vehicles

Android Automotive now includes nearly 300 apps, enhancing infotainment in vehicles with popular streaming and gaming services like Farm Heroes Saga and Paramount Plus.

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27 Feb 2025

Amazon to Discontinue Android App Store and Coin Program

Amazon plans to cease its Android app store and Coin program by August 2025, offering refunds for unused Coins. Some services will remain on Amazon devices.

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27 Feb 2025

Amazon to Shut Down Android Appstore by August 2025

Amazon plans to discontinue its Android device app store in August 2025, affecting Amazon Appstore users on non-Amazon devices. The company will also end the Amazon Coins program.

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27 Feb 2025

Enhance Earbud Audio Using SoundID and Wavelet Apps

SoundID and Wavelet elevate wireless earbud audio. SoundID personalizes audio; Wavelet tailors sound with one-click profiles. Both apps offer sound optimization for improved sound quality.

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27 Feb 2025

Amazon to Discontinue App Store on Android Devices by 2025

Amazon's app store will cease operations on Android by August 2025. Developers can no longer submit apps, though updates are possible until shutdown. Amazon Coins will also be phased out, with refunds for any unspent balance provided post-shutdown.

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27 Feb 2025

India Blocks Chinese Apps Amid Growing Security Concerns

India's government orders the blocking of 119 Chinese apps, citing security concerns. Despite the directive, many apps remain accessible, causing confusion among developers.

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27 Feb 2025

Exploring aPS3e: PS3 Emulation for Android Gaining Interest

The new aPS3e emulator brings PS3 gaming to Android devices, exciting many in the emulation community. Though still in development, and with limited functionality so far, this emulator marks a significant step towards seamless mobile PS3 gaming.

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27 Feb 2025

Google Tasks Adds Completed Dates to Mobile Apps

Google Tasks now features completed dates for tasks on Android and iOS, enhancing task management by allowing users to see when tasks were finished, improving quality of life.

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27 Feb 2025

Automotive Sector Expands Android App Offerings

The Automotive industry sees growth as Android Automotive adds 70+ apps, enhancing Volvo and Polestar models' entertainment options when parked.

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27 Feb 2025

DefaultSMS Offers More Choice for iPhone Messaging Apps

The new DefaultSMS app enables iPhone users to select WhatsApp, Signal, or Telegram as their default messaging app, offering more flexibility in communication choices.

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27 Feb 2025

Android Automotive Expands In-Car Entertainment Options

Google enhances Android Automotive with new apps, improving in-car entertainment for select Volvo and Polestar models, accessible only while parked.

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27 Feb 2025

Halls Features in Latest Google Play Store Deals

Discover top Android game and app deals on the Google Play Store. Highlights include Halls of Torment, a thrilling horde survival game, among others.

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27 Feb 2025

Price Drops on Popular Android Games in Google Play Store

Discover today's best Android game and app deals, including popular titles like Halls of Torment and The Sun Origin Post Apocalypse, through the latest price drops on the Google Play Store.

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27 Feb 2025

Android Expands App Offerings in Volvo and Polestar Vehicles

Google's Android Automotive platform enhances Volvo and Polestar vehicles with a new wave of apps, including F1 TV, Farm Heroes Saga, and more.

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27 Feb 2025

New Phishing Scheme Targets Ukrainian Troops Using Signal

Google uncovers phishing using Signal's QR code features. Russian hackers target Ukrainian troops in new security threat.

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27 Feb 2025

Automotive Sector Enhances In-Car Entertainment Options

The automotive industry expands entertainment offerings with new Android apps for gaming and streaming, featuring Plex and NBC News, in Volvo and Polestar cars.

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27 Feb 2025

Chicken Police Detective Game Now Discounted on Google Play

Explore the new discounts on Google Play, including the detective game Chicken Police, featuring Sonny Featherland and Marty MacChicken in a thrilling case.

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27 Feb 2025

Chrome Boosts Security with New Android Malware Protections

Chrome enhances Android security by scanning downloaded APKs, reducing risks of malware. This new feature works with Play Protect to safeguard devices against harmful apps.

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