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AppWizard

November 21, 2025

Conversations (Jabber / XMPP) For Android

Conversations (Jabber / XMPP), developed by Daniel Gultsch, is a free and open-source Jabber/XMPP client for Android with a rating of 4.1 stars from over 100,000 users. It offers end-to-end encryption by default using protocols like OMEMO and OpenPGP, and supports encrypted audio and video calls, multimedia sharing, advanced machine-in-the-middle detection, location sharing, voice messaging, emoji reactions, read receipts, high-resolution contact photos, synchronization with desktop clients, support for private group chats and public conferences, integration with the user's address book, and multiple account support through a unified inbox. The app has a minimal impact on battery life and does not require a Google account or Firebase Cloud Messaging. Conversations is priced at USD 7.99.

AppWizard

August 26, 2025

Poll: Do you like the new Google dialer?

Google has redesigned its Phone app with the Material 3 Expressive design and introduced the Calling Cards feature. User feedback is mixed: 43% support the changes, 33% appreciate some aspects, 17% dislike it, and 7% are indifferent. Positive reactions highlight larger buttons, a vibrant aesthetic, and full-screen contact photos, while criticisms include lag in speakerphone activation, complicated navigation, and changes to call answering gestures. Some users prefer the previous version, viewing the updates as unnecessary.

BetaBeacon

June 28, 2025

Android Set to Introduce a Game-Changing iPhone Feature Enhancing Your Call Experience

Google Contacts app version 4.55 may soon allow users to use images as contact photos and calling cards, potentially linking a user's profile image to a dynamic call screen. The feature could support full-screen images, custom fonts, and cloud synchronization for easy management across devices. This new feature aims to enhance the visual appeal of Android phone calls by allowing users to personalize their call displays with images and text. However, Google has not confirmed the existence of calling cards yet.