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What new Google Messages features are rolling out [January 2026]

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One Of iMessage's Best Features Is Finally Rolling Out For Android Users

The ability to unsend a dangerous typo in messaging apps, or even in emails, is a godsend. Services like WhatsApp, iMessage, and Messenger have offered it for years. But it wasn't until 2025 that ...
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2 New Ways Your Android Phone Can Protect You From Scams

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Google's Latest Android Update Brings More AI Features, Smarter Notifications and Accessibility Tools

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