Encrypted RCS messages between platforms are coming, but this won’t end the messaging wars

The GSMA has announced that the latest specifications for RCS include support for end-to-end encryption using the MLS (message layer security) protocol. This is great news for a sizeable chunk of users in North America, where carrier-based messaging like SMS or RCS is commonly used, and even in places where few people use it. Knowing … Read more

Android 16 improves multitasking by letting you minimize desktop windows

Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority TL;DR The Android 16 Beta 3 release has introduced a minimize button to the header bar of apps opened in Android’s desktop windowing mode. Desktop windowing is a freeform windowing mode that Google introduced for tablets with Android 15 QPR1. In addition, apps like YouTube can now enter picture-in-picture mode … Read more

I leveled up my typing game with these 7 simple Gboard features

Andy Walker / Android Authority As with most Google products, I’m constantly switching between Gboard and its many alternatives. I spent a good period with the open-source keyboard HeliBoard, which reveled in its simplicity and privacy-forward concept. However, as I’ve recently jumped aboard the Pixel and new Galaxy train, I decided I should probably commit … Read more