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January 8, 2026

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Google App Icon Gets a Bigger Update on Android

Google has enlarged the search app icon on Android in response to feedback, aligning it visually with other key Google apps like Gemini and Photos. The update is currently in beta, with a stable rollout of version 17.0 expected soon, as many changes are deployed via server-side updates. This icon...

XChat Launching Soon: Key Features for X's New Messaging App

XChat, a new standalone messaging app from X, is scheduled to launch on April 17, 2026, for iPhone and iPad, featuring a clean design and a focus on private conversations. The app emphasizes privacy and security by promising no ads or tracking and by protecting all messaging with end-to-end encry...

Google's Now Playing App Hits Play Store for Pixel

Google is moving its Pixel-exclusive Now Playing song identification feature from a system service into a dedicated standalone app, as evidenced by code in the latest Android System Intelligence update. This separation will allow Google to develop the feature more independently, potentially enabl...