Google Tightens Android Security, Limiting Options for Power Users as it Seeks Broader Appeal
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Google is blocking RCS messaging on rooted Android devices, leading to accusations of "Applefication" and loss of control.
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Workarounds exist but may be short-lived as Google tightens security. Most Android users want iPhone-level protections.
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Google has rolled out "Satellite SOS" on Pixels, similar to a recent iPhone feature, but it doesn't work yet.
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AI is the main battlefield between Apple, Google and Samsung - evident at Mobile World Congress where differentiation is key.
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2024 looks set to be a pivotal year as the differences between high-end Androids and iPhones continue to diminish.