Google Messages is going to make backing up and restoring texts much easier

Google Messages is going to make backing up and restoring texts much easier

Backing up and restoring Google Messages on Android is managed through Google One in the device’s Settings app. However, you can’t perform this action directly from the Google Messages app. This may change soon. According to 9to5Google, a Google Messages app beta (version 20241118_02_RC00) includes references to a backup and restore option directly in the … Read more

Google names Meituan-owned Keeta, video game AFK Journey among ‘Best of 2024’ Android apps

Google names Meituan-owned Keeta, video game AFK Journey among ‘Best of 2024’ Android apps

Google Play, the official online store for Android-based apps, has named Meituan-owned online delivery platform Keeta and fantasy role-playing game AFK Journey, developed by the global publishing unit of Shanghai firm Lilith Games, among the winners of its “Best of 2024” awards in Hong Kong. Keeta, which was rolled out in Hong Kong in May … Read more

Google Lens and Google Pay get more helpful for holiday shopping

Google Lens and Google Pay get more helpful for holiday shopping

The holiday season is upon us, and that probably means you’ll be doing a lot of shopping in the coming weeks. Google is doing its part to help make that shopping experience a bit easier, especially if you want to do some in-person shopping rather than online, with some new features hitting Google Lens and … Read more

Amazon Fire Stick trick gives you TV remote upgrade that makes using telly so much faster

Amazon Fire Stick trick gives you TV remote upgrade that makes using telly so much faster

IF you’ve got an Amazon Fire TV or Fire Stick, there’s an easy way to upgrade your telly experience for free. It takes just a few seconds to set up – but it’ll save you so much time and hassle once it’s sorted. 3 Your Amazon Fire TV has a clever trick that you might … Read more

Google employee reveals surprising free iPhone upgrade that Android fans have had for ages

Google employee reveals surprising free iPhone upgrade that Android fans have had for ages

A GOOGLE employee has revealed a major free upgrade that iPhone owners can now claim. It means iPhone owners can bag a set of clever features that were already available on Android phones. 4 Google has launched its Gemini AI app on the iPhoneCredit: Google Google has launched its Gemini app on the iPhone. The … Read more

Android fans warned popular phone will no longer receive free upgrades – three alternatives to consider

Android fans warned popular phone will no longer receive free upgrades – three alternatives to consider

A POPULAR android phone will no longer receive free upgrades, with the phone company officially ending its software support. The Google Pixel 5a phone will receive one last security patch in November. 1 The Google Pixel 5 will receive one final updateCredit: Alamy The phone first launched in August 2021, with Google promising users three … Read more

The 10 best messaging apps for Android and iOS in 2024

The 10 best messaging apps for Android and iOS in 2024

Want to learn more about which messaging app best suits your needs? WhatsApp, Telegram, and Signal are among the most secure picks, with end-to-end encryption to keep your chats safe. But there are also unique apps like Dust, where messages self-destruct after 24 hours, and Discord, which lets gamers easily chat while playing together. Meanwhile, … Read more

Android is getting call scam detection, real-time app threat alerts

Android is getting call scam detection, real-time app threat alerts

Google’s focus on Android safety and security has been pretty evident this year. From partial screen recording and private spaces to protection against juice jacking attacks, Android 15 has been quite a reassuring iteration. Google is now injecting some more energy into that endeavor with a couple of new features that tackle the threat of … Read more

Android owners must NOT ignore important new phone alert or it could lead to disaster for their bank accounts

Android owners must NOT ignore important new phone alert or it could lead to disaster for their bank accounts

GOOGLE has introduced a brand new alert on Android phones that every user must look out for. Scammers steal an estimated £787billion from people across the globe a year and they are constantly evolving their tactics. 2 Look out for this alert on your phoneCredit: Google 2 The tool will work on Pixel 9 smartphones … Read more

Secret ‘press’ trick reveals hidden versions of your iPhone apps – you’ll never use the old WhatsApp again

Secret ‘press’ trick reveals hidden versions of your iPhone apps – you’ll never use the old WhatsApp again

YOU can unlock special versions of apps on your iPhone Home Screen with a simple gesture. Once you’ve found it, you might never want to go back to the old version. 3 Have you ever noticed the icons on this hidden Quick Actions menu? They have a very clever useCredit: Apple / The Sun It … Read more