GOOGLE is finally letting Android users edit their text messages after they’ve been sent.
The new feature is part of a massive upgrade that will add a long list of benefits to your Android phone.
Google has revealed a novelty benefits in a blog post that promises they will “uplift your everyday life.”
GET THE EDIT!
The big news is the ability to edit texts sent via Google Messages.
You will now be able to simply tap and hold the RCS message you sent.
Google says you can “correct typos, add missing words, or clarify what you mean.”
But beware: you will only be able to make edits within the first 15 minutes after sending the message.
This feature will be familiar to iPhone owners: it was part of Apple’s iOS 16 update.
BONUS FEATURES
However, editing your texts is not the only update.
Google is adding Instant Hotspot, which lets you quickly connect your Android tablet or Chromebook to your phone’s hotspot with a single tap.
It means you won’t have to tap your password to connect to your own network.
Another upgrade lets you quickly switch devices during Google Meet calls.
Google explained: “You’ll be able to tap the Cast icon and seamlessly switch between connected devices to switch between your Android phone, tablet or web browser.”
New Emoji Kitchen sticker combinations are coming out that you can share with your friends via Gboard.
You’ll be able to add the Google Home Favorites widget to your phone’s home screen.
Unlock the door, dim the lights or change the temperature before you get home with just a tap on your wrist.
This allows you to quickly manage and control your smart home devices – such as connected light bulbs or thermostats.
Finally, Google is upgrading its key digital car feature.
This allows you to unlock, lock and even start your car using your smartphone.
And it allows you to securely share the key with friends and family.
Google Pixel Battery Tips – The Official Guide
Here’s Google’s official advice for Pixel owners on how to boost battery life…
Tip 1: Let your phone close apps you’re not using.
Tip 2: Keep your phone and apps up to date. Apps become more battery efficient with each new iteration, fixing bugs and glitches that use up unnecessary power.
Tip 3: Lower the brightness. Save your eyes by reducing the brightness of your phone while saving battery. You can also set a dark theme on your phone, which will change the background to black. It consumes less energy and also relieves some of the strain on your eyes.
Tip 4: Find out which apps and activities are energy intensive. Pixel users should be aware of what activities drain their batteries the most. Video calling and gaming are at the top of the list. Users should also turn off apps they have open but not using.
Currently works on selected MINI car modelsand will soon expand to the Mercedes-Benz and Polestar range.
WEAR IT
Google also announced some clever bonus function for anyone using a Wear OS smartwatch.
Now you’ll be able to customize it with the Favorites tile and Google Home complications.
It works like Android phones and allows you to view and control your smart home devices in one place.
“Unlock the door, dim the lights or change the temperature before you get home with just a tap on your wrist,” says Google.
Finally, Google now allows users to make payments from their wrists.
Gadget fans in the US or Germany will be able to use their Wear OS watches to pay for things via PayPal in Google Wallet.
This is similar to the existing Apple Pay function on the Apple Watch.