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Google released the latest Play Services update (version 50.22) this month. The tech giant also recently started rolling out a new Play Store update. Both of these updates include multiple new improvements, including an enhanced identity verification process and digital car key support.latest Updates to the Google Play store and services also suggest the tech giant is developing its own Apple’s “Find My”-like network for Android devices.
GizmoChina reports that Google has its own version of Apple’s Find My network and references to it have been spotted in a new Google Play update. Google Play’s latest update mentions a “privacy-centric framework” and an encrypted last known location report. These references suggest the company is working on its own Find My Device network. Android device.
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Similar to Apple’s Find My network, this network allows users to track lost or stolen devices even when they’re not connected to Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or switched off. .
Earlier, in 2021, it was first rumored that Google was working on such a network. However, no other developments regarding the network have been reported since then.
Other improvements in the latest Google Play update
Apart from Android’s guessed Find My network tips, the new Google Play update also includes several other improvements. Android devices have a new feature that automatically archives apps when storage is low.
In addition, Xiaomi phones will also start supporting the Digital Car Key function. This feature was previously only available on select Samsung and Pixel devices.
The latest update gives Fitbit Sense 2 and Versa 2 users control of payment cards linked to the Google Wallet app directly from their wearable. Google also started checking the quality of uploaded ID images to improve the ID verification process.
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Block’s Digital Market Act (DMA) will force Apple and fellow tech giant Google to offer space for third-party app stores on their respective iOS and Android devices. Under the DMA, which will take effect over the next two years, third-party replacements will be able to easily migrate to his iPhones and Android devices.
While small compared to the huge profits Apple has made, the Paris court fine is a move to ease Apple’s grip on the App Store, which until now has been the only gateway for alternative app developers to reach customers. Another sign of the legal pressures facing us. An Apple spokeswoman said the U.S. company has reviewed the ruling and believes in “a vibrant and competitive market where innovation can thrive.”
