(Image Courtesy: Google) Google has announced a second beta for Android 13 for a number of smartphones, foldable devices and tablets. As with every beta Google puts out, users will get to try out a host of new features before the official release. If you are interested in trying the beta for yourself, visit this page and make sure your device is on the list. If it is, follow the instructions to install Android 13 Beta 2 and you are good to go. Also Read: Google I/O 2022: Google bets big on multi-device future More granular controls for greater privacy and security Google, which is facing increased scrutiny over data and privacy abuse, says it is committed to giving users greater control over what personal information they share with apps. It will also allow deeper control over what files can be accessed by a user's apps. Close Android 13 will allow users to choose between "Photos and Videos" and "Music and Audio" when an app asks for permission for … [Read more...] about Google I/O 2022: Android 13 Beta 2 announced
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A Lack Of Consumer Portability And Choice Are Negatively Affecting The Mobile Experience
Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin The process of transitioning between mobile app ecosystems can be excruciating. In many cases, these ecosystems were explicitly designed to limit interoperability and portability. Messaging services are one of the greatest challenges along with payments, cloud storage, apps and wearables which also limit user portability between platforms. There are many different mobile ecosystems available today, with varying approaches to user data. Ultimately, Moor Insights & Strategy believes that openness and interoperability enable competition and consumer choice, which drives the industry forward towards better products and consumer experiences. In this brief, the first in a two-part series, we’ll examine the different approaches—how they limit consumer choice and the ability to move freely between ecosystems, and how this affects others. We’ll also explore possible solutions to what we perceive to be the most significant … [Read more...] about A Lack Of Consumer Portability And Choice Are Negatively Affecting The Mobile Experience
Microsoft Edge Is Now More Popular Than Apple Safari…And Other Small Business Tech News This Week
Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Here are five things in technology that happened this past week and how they affect your business. Did you miss them? 1- Microsoft's desktop browser - Microsoft Edge - is more popular for users than Safari. Microsoft Edge has become the second most popular desktop browser, surpassing Safari according to an analysis done by Statcounter. This increase in the platform may suggest that Mac users are using Safari less frequently due to new design updates that dissuaded many users. The increase could also suggest a rise in Windows users-however-Google Chrome still has a 50 percent lead on the rising platform. (Source: 9to5mac ) Why this is important for your business: Never underestimate the power of Microsoft. Although Chrome still remains the leader by far, it's clear that Edge has become the next best alternative. As usage grows, I expect to see Edge becoming a more recommended browser for applications going … [Read more...] about Microsoft Edge Is Now More Popular Than Apple Safari…And Other Small Business Tech News This Week