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Google Unveils Car Ready Apps Program in Android Auto 13.8 Update
AppWizard
February 17, 2025

Google Unveils Car Ready Apps Program in Android Auto 13.8 Update

Google has released the Android Auto 13.8 Beta update, which includes several key features aimed at improving the in-car app experience. - The Car Ready Mobile Apps Program simplifies app integration for developers, increasing the variety of apps available on the car’s display. - A new classification system categorizes apps into three tiers: - Tier 1: Car Differentiated – Designed specifically for in-vehicle use. - Tier 2: Car Optimized – Enhanced apps for a better in-car experience. - Tier 3: Car Ready – Compatible apps needing minimal adjustments when parked. - New accessibility features include reference codes “newappavailable” and “newparkedapp_available,” allowing easier access to apps from the phone to the car’s display, especially when parked. - Fixes in this update include: - Google Maps interface correction for clearer visibility of the location icon. - Resolutions for audio and Bluetooth connectivity issues. The update is available for download through the Google Play Store or via third-party APK links.
Android banking trojan evolves to evade detection and strike globally - CyberGuy
Tech Optimizer
July 6, 2024

Android banking trojan evolves to evade detection and strike globally – CyberGuy

The Medusa Android trojan has made changes to evade detection, including requesting fewer permissions and adding new ones like Broadcasting SMS and Package Management. It is targeting people globally, with two different botnet groups operating in Turkey, Canada, the US, Italy, and France. The hackers are using new tactics, such as installing the malware through apps downloaded from untrusted sources.
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