Ars Technica: Android’s emergency call shortcut is flooding dispatchers with false calls https://arstechnica.com/?p=1949705 #Tech #arstechnica #IT #Technology #emergencycalls #androidphone #googlephone #android12 #Google #Tech

Make Use Of: Android 11 vs. Android 12: What Are the Differences? https://www.makeuseof.com/android-11-vs-12/ #Tech #MakeUseOf #TechNews #IT via @morganeogerbc #AndroidTips #Android12 #Android11 #Android #Google

Make Use Of: How to Use the Privacy Dashboard on Android https://www.makeuseof.com/how-to-use-privacy-dashboard-android/ #Tech #MakeUseOf #TechNews #IT via @morganeogerbc #SmartphonePrivacy #AndroidTips #Android12 #Android13 #Android

Make Use Of: Phantom X2 Pro 5G Review: A Confusing Smartphone https://www.makeuseof.com/phantom-x2-pro-5g-review/ #Tech #MakeUseOf #TechNews #IT via @morganeogerbc #SmartphonePhotography #SmartphoneCamera #ProductReviews #Android12

Make Use Of: The December Security Patch for Android Fixes Critical Bluetooth Bug, and 80 More! https://www.makeuseof.com/android-december-security-patch-critical-bluetooth-bug/ #Tech #MakeUseOf #TechNews #IT via @morganeogerbc #SmartphoneSecurity #AndroidTips #Android13 #Android12 #Android11 #Android10 #Android

Switch over, don’t start over. Swipe to see how the Switch to Android app linked to via the Android set-up flow enables you to securely copy your info to your new #Android12 phone without a cable.
https://goo.gle/3QZ5CsW

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✨ Smooth animated app launch
The new Splash Screen API brings standard design elements to every app launch, but it’s also customizable so your app can maintain its unique branding. Check out the @LinkedIn animation on #Android12! →
http://goo.gle/3vqAU3t

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📣 #Android12 will start appearing on TVs this year!
Get a head start on ensuring your app is compatible with this blog from @officesunshine ↓
https://goo.gle/3u4DM3P

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Re @MaxWinebach A foldy boi AND #Android12?? Living the dream @MaxWinebach 👏

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Re Don’t leave your data hanging in the cloud. Using Backup by Google One, all of your contacts, calendar, photos and videos and apps will transfer to #Android12.

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No matter what state your old phone is in, there are ways to safely and securely transfer your information to your new #Android12 phone. Check it out below. 👇

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Out with the old and in with the new. Safely and easily transfer your data and messages to your new #Android12 phone - even if you’re switching from iPhone. Learn more from product manager Paul Dunlop.

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Check out this #AppExcellence tip from @marxallski! ⬇
Applying the "Theme.Material3.DynamicColors.DayNight" in your AppWidget layout will get you dynamic colors in #Android12 devices and fallback to material3 colors for older devices.
Learn more →
http://goo.gle/3KuB6Ec

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New year, new phone. Welcome to the #Android12 family #GalaxyS21FE 5G.
Samsung Mobile: Introducing #GalaxyS21FE 5G, the newest addition to Galaxy S21 series.
Made for the epic in everyday.
Learn more:
http://smsng.co/GalaxyS21FE

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From #Android12 to messaging and privacy updates, thanks for a great year #Android family. We can’t wait to see what’s in store for 2022. 💚
https://twitter.com/i/events/1476988741252116485

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So long to the days of digging for your car keys. Digital car key is launching on #Pixel6, Pixel 6 Pro and @SamsungMobile #GalaxyS21 series phones with #Android12. Simply use your phone to unlock and start your compatible car. Coming first to @BMW.
https://goo.gle/3Dm1lIl

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Some things just make (Dual)Sense. Like @PlayStation and #Android12. Pair your DualSense controller and start streaming your favorite game. 🎮
PlayStation: New PS Remote Play update for Android 12 users enables pairing with a DualSense wireless controller, and new DualShock 4 features including touchpad, motion sensor, rumble and battery indicator:
Live now globally!
http://play.st/RemotePlay

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If you missed last week’s #AndroidDevSummit make sure to check out today’s #NowInAndroid.
We’ll go over privacy and security, large screens, and #Android12, and more!
🎧 →
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http://goo.gle/3nXy9Bt
http://goo.gle/3k70CUs
http://goo.gle/3BLlKFU

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🔐🛡 In #Android12, we're protecting user privacy and providing transparency with the Privacy Dashboard.
Developers can use the Data Access Auditing API to track data access and the Permission Intent API to present justification to users.
Learn more ↓
http://goo.gle/3Gyc9G3

:sys_twitter: https://twitter.com/AndroidDev/status/1454191309284118529

#Android12 lets you see when an app is using your microphone or camera with a new indicator in your phone’s status bar. If you don’t want any apps to access your microphone or camera, you can disable those sensors using two new toggles in quick settings by flipping the switch.

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