WhatsApp is testing a new feature that, if launched publicly, will make it easier for users to transfer their chat archives and other content between iOS and Android devices.
WhatsApp is working on easy chat transfer between the iPhone and Android
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LG is shutting down its smartphone business
Before the end of March, the rumor mill ramped up expectations that LG might be ready to call it quits in the smartphone business. And sure enough, the company has confirmed those plans.
JellyLock Reborn breathes new life into a popular Lock Screen launcher tweak from the past
Remember JellyLock? If you don’t, then we’re happy to remind you that it was a popular jailbreak tweak from way back in the day that allowed pwned iPhone users to enjoy an Android-inspired app launcher from the comfort of their Lock Screen.
JellyLock’s intense popularity when was first released is a testament to just how much iPhone users wanted access to these kinds of shortcuts on their device. Fast-forward to today, and iOS features Camera and Flashlight shortcuts, but not much else. That’s why we’re excited to talk today about JellyLock Reborn by iOS developer MegaDev, as it breathes new life into this beautiful tweak for modern iterations of iOS.
iPhone 12 Pro Max is one of the ‘best smartphones of 2021’ according to Consumer Reports
Today, Consumer Reports has showcased the "best smartphones of 2021", with several different models making the list this year.
Facebook’s iOS and Android apps now support hardware security keys
Way, way back in 2017 Facebook rolled out support for hardware security keys for its desktop experience. Now, several years later, that same support is finally arriving for its mobile app experience.
Google will reduce Play Store commissions to 15% for developers who earn their first $1 million per year
It took long enough, but Google has finally decided to follow along with Apple's own commissions associated with its digital storefront.
Some Android and iOS apps are leaking data due to improperly configured cloud services
Public cloud services are an important tool. Offerings from Microsoft, Amazon, and Google make it possible for a lot of developers to get their apps and services out there into the world. However, it can lead to some issues, too.
An overhauled Google TV app is getting a built-in remote control for Android TVs
A revamped Google TV app (formerly known as Google Play Movies & TV), could soon double as a remote control for Android-power TVs and, possibly, the new Chromecast with Google TV.
Google may roll out a ‘less stringent’ version of Apple’s App Tracking Transparency feature
Sometime this spring, Apple is going to (finally) roll out one of the biggest additions to iOS 14: App Tracking Transparency. It's been a long time coming, and it's ruffled some feathers. But now it sounds like Google may be eyeballing a similar feature for Android.
Beeper messaging app offers iMessage on Android, Windows and Linux
A new piece of software, dubbed Beeper, collates as many as 15 chat apps into one interface, with iMessage functionality on Android, Windows and Linux offered via a workaround.
Can Samsung sway you away from the iPhone?
A new year, a new flagship smartphone. Not Apple this time, but rather from Samsung. The company revealed its latest effort earlier this week, unveiling the Galaxy S21 lineup for the world to see. There are three handsets to choose from this year, but the question is: can Samsung sway you away from the iPhone?
PhoneTrans lets you easily migrate data from your old iPhone to a new iOS or Android device [sponsored]
iMobie's PhoneTrans is a new Mac and Windows app for frictionless phone-to-phone data transfer that makes it easy to transfer everything across iOS and Android smartphones and tablets. If you have recently upgraded to a new iPhone, PhoneTrans will let you transfer content from your phone to your new one, including WhatsApp messages, contacts and more.