9 Google Messages settings I change on every new Android phone - and why

Gemini chats in Messages are not end-to-end encrypted. Also, small changes can make texting cleaner and less distracting. So, ...
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Google updates Android chat status bar icon to avoid mis-taps

Google has updated the Chat status bar icon on Android with an outline-style design, making it more distinguishable from the ...
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‘Big News’—Google Changes Android Messages After 12 Years

This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more. This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more. Google and Apple have just released matching announcements. iPhone’s new iOS 26.5 is now ...

Google Messages finally rolls out a better way to use Smart Replies

Google Messages is rolling out Tap to Draft, letting you review and edit Smart Replies before sending to avoid accidental ...

Google’s new AI reply system could make texting feel easier

Google Messages is reportedly testing a new “tap to draft” feature that uses AI to generate longer, more contextual text replies inside conversations. The Latest Tech News, Delivered to Your Inbox ...

Google Patches Android Zero-Day Vulnerability in June 2026 Security Update

Google’s June 2026 Android update fixes dozens of flaws, including a potentially exploited Framework vulnerability and ...