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🏢 Google has released the first beta of Android 15 🤖, the upcoming mobile operating system. This version emphasizes productivity, user privacy and security, and making apps more widely visible and accessible. The beta was released on April 11, and a final release is expected sometime in August. 📷 Apps targeting Android 15 are displayed edge-to-edge by default, eliminating the need for explicit calls to show content behind system bars. 📷 Tap-to-pay functionality is improved for seamless and reliable transactions, while still supporting NFC. 📷 Security enhancements include end-to-end encryption support and measures to prevent malicious background apps from abusing user interactions. 📷 Android 15 introduces OS-level support for app archiving and unarchiving, simplifying implementation for app stores. 📷 Inter-character justification allows better text alignment for languages like Chinese. 📷 ProfilingManager class aids in collecting profiling information within an app.

Apple 🍏 has taken the step of removing WhatsApp💬 threads 🧶 from its App Store in China. This decision was made in response to direct orders from the Beijing government. 📷 WhatsApp, a widely used messaging app, has faced restrictions in China due to its end-to-end encryption and privacy features. 📷 WeChat, a domestic messaging app, remains unaffected by this ban and continues to be widely used within China. This move highlights the complexities faced by international tech companies operating in China, where adherence to local regulations can significantly impact their services and availability 🔗 Source

Telegram✈️ has added support for Tether (USDT) 💰 payments on the Tron network. This integration expands Telegram’s payment capabilities for buying and selling cryptocurrencies. ✈️ Telegram now supports USDT-TRON (TRC20) within its wallet function. ✈️ Users can use USDT-TRON for crypto transactions directly within the Telegram app. ✈️ This move enhances accessibility and convenience for Telegram users who want to engage in crypto-related activities. 💰 USDT remains one of the largest stablecoins by market capitalization, and its integration on the Tron network provides an additional avenue for seamless transactions

⁣Twitter/X 🕊 has introduced a new policy that requires all new users to pay a $1 USD annual fee before they can post, like, or reply. This move aims to generate revenue and potentially reduce spam accounts. The fee applies specifically to users in New Zealand. 🔗Source

Toncoin (TON) 💰 has recently surged, surpassing Dogecoin (DOGE) 💰 in terms of market value. TON’s ambitious goals and resilience have propelled it to the eighth position among cryptocurrencies. In the last 24 hours, TON’s price rose by 16.1%, reaching an all-time high of $7.10 💰. This growth trend is supported by positive market sentiment and its link with HashKey. Additionally, rumors of Telegram ✈️ going public and integrating TON-based ads have contributed to its success. The future looks promising for TON, with a potential goal price of $10.

In a recent development, Samsung 📱 has reclaimed its position as the top1️⃣ smartphone manufacturer, surpassing Apple 🍎. This shift occurred as iPhone shipments declined. The market dynamics are closely watched by investors and tech enthusiasts alike 🔗Source

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Automattic Inc., the company behind WordPress.com, has acquired the messaging app Beeper. Beeper is known for creating a workaround that allowed iMessage to function on Android devices, which led to a dispute with Apple Inc. The acquisition includes Beeper’s 27 employees and its co-founder, Eric Migicovsky, who will now serve as Automattic’s head of messaging. The deal, valued at $125 million, aims to enhance Automattic’s online messaging capabilities. Beeper, which integrates various messaging services into one inbox, had about 100,000 users and was in beta since 2021. Although Automattic does not plan to revive the iMessage workaround, Beeper will continue as a universal chat app.

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A recent report by blockchain security firm CertiK has revealed a high-risk vulnerability in the Telegram ✈️ app that could allow hackers to execute a remote code execution (RCE) attack. This vulnerability is specifically found in the media processing of Telegram Desktop and can be exploited through specially crafted media files 🖼. To mitigate the risk, users are advised to disable the automatic downloading of media files by adjusting their settings. 🔗 Source

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⁣Chipolo has introduced two new trackers, the Chipolo One Point and Chipolo Card Point, which integrate with 🏢 Google’s Find My Device network, offering Android users a counterpart to Apple’s AirTag. These trackers help locate personal items like keys🔑and wallets 👛 through the network of Android devices. The One Point features a replaceable battery with a 12-month lifespan, while the Card Point offers a two-year battery life and a recycling program. Both are splashproof with IPX5 rating and have built-in ringers for easy location. The products will be available for purchase on Chipolo’s website starting May 27 and will hit other retailers in July.

🏢 Google has enhanced its “Find My Device” service, making it easier for Android 🤖 users to locate their lost devices. The updated feature now includes a crowdsourced network of over 1 billion Android devices, allowing users to find their devices even when they are offline🔴. This upgrade, similar to Apple’s 🍏 “Find My” service, will enable users to locate not only phones but also laptops, earbuds, and other registered devices. Initially available in the U.S. and Canada, the service will expand globally and will support devices running Android 9 or higher. Starting in May, items like keys and wallets equipped with location tracker tags from Chipolo and Pebblebee will be integrated into the network.

⁣🏢 Google is enhancing the Phone app on Android with a new 🔎 ‘Lookup’ feature, allowing users to identify unknown callers directly from their call history. This feature simplifies the process of identifying numbers by automatically searching for them online, which is particularly useful for business numbers with an online presence. While it doesn’t replace dedicated caller ID apps, it’s a convenient addition for users to quickly gather information about unknown calls. The feature is currently in beta and may be included in an upcoming feature drop for Google Pixel phones.

The regional restriction on the "Camera Shutter Sound" option in Samsung phones really sucks. 🖕