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This Quiet Android Update Could Change Messaging Safety Forever
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September 16, 2025

This Quiet Android Update Could Change Messaging Safety Forever

Google is expanding its AI-driven scam detection feature for Android devices to include third-party messaging applications. The feature will provide real-time alerts for potential scams in notifications from supported apps, with a new toggle labeled "Message scams" in the settings. It is expected to cover popular apps such as Facebook Messenger, Instagram, Signal, WhatsApp, KakaoTalk, Line, Twitter (X), and Verizon Messages. Users will be able to confirm whether a message is a scam and can disable the feature on a per-app basis. The rollout will begin with Pixel devices, starting with the Pixel 10 and newer models, with plans for broader availability on other Android devices.
Meta brings Teen accounts to Facebook and Messenger
AppWizard
April 8, 2025

Meta brings Teen accounts to Facebook and Messenger

Meta is expanding its “Teen Accounts” initiative to include Facebook and Messenger, which were initially introduced on Instagram. This feature automatically implements privacy settings, content restrictions, and parental controls for users under 18. The initial rollout targets users in the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, and Canada, with plans for global availability. Teen Accounts aim to reduce exposure to harmful content and enhance parental oversight by limiting interactions to friends or previously contacted users. Meta reports that 54 million teens worldwide have adopted Teen Accounts on Instagram, with 97% of teens aged 13-15 opting to retain their built-in protections. A study showed that 94% of parents found Teen Accounts helpful, and 85% believed they fostered a positive online experience. Additional protections for teens under 16 on Instagram include requiring parental approval for live broadcasts and disabling nudity protection. Meta has also introduced features to encourage breaks from device usage, such as daily reminders and the activation of “Quiet Mode” at night.
Meta Apps Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp Are Down
AppWizard
December 12, 2024

Meta Apps Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp Are Down

Meta experienced a significant disruption across its social media and messaging platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, Facebook Messenger, WhatsApp, and Threads, starting around 10 a.m. PT. Users reported issues on Downdetector, with problems such as error messages on Instagram's web interface and slow loading times. Meta acknowledged the issue on X at 10:48 a.m. PT and provided updates throughout the day, stating they were working to restore functionality. By 2:26 p.m. PT, they reported being "99% of the way there" with the restoration process. Cisco ThousandEyes linked the outage to internal server errors and timeouts, although Meta has not detailed the root cause. Users expressed their frustrations and shared experiences on X during the outage.
Are Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp down? Thousands report outages with Meta apps on Wednesday
AppWizard
December 11, 2024

Are Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp down? Thousands report outages with Meta apps on Wednesday

Meta's applications, including Instagram, Facebook, and Threads, are experiencing significant disruptions, with Instagram reporting over 70,000 outage reports and Facebook surpassing 100,000. The peak of these reports occurred around 1:10 p.m. ET. WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger are also facing similar issues, with users encountering blank home screens on Instagram. Meta has acknowledged the situation and is working to resolve the disruptions.
Is Facebook down? Outage impacts Instagram, WhatsApp and other Meta apps Wednesday
AppWizard
December 11, 2024

Is Facebook down? Outage impacts Instagram, WhatsApp and other Meta apps Wednesday

Meta has been fined €91 million (2 million) by the Irish Data Protection Commission due to improperly storing user passwords, following an investigation that started in April 2019. Additionally, Meta is experiencing major outages affecting applications like Facebook Ads Manager, Messenger, and the WhatsApp Business API, resulting in significant disruptions for users.
Your favorite apps are requesting dangerous permissions
AppWizard
September 18, 2024

Your favorite apps are requesting dangerous permissions

Several apps among the top 50 in the Play Store request more permissions than necessary, raising concerns about security. MyJio leads with 29 dangerous permissions, followed by WhatsApp with 26, and Truecaller with access to manage calls. Google Messages and WhatsApp for Business also request 26 dangerous permissions, while Facebook requests 22. Meta apps like Instagram, Facebook Lite, and Messenger request 19 dangerous permissions each. In contrast, games like Among Us do not request any dangerous permissions, and others like Candy Crush Saga and 8 Ball Pool require only one or two. Dangerous permissions include access to critical device components such as internal storage, location, microphone, and camera. Notification access is the most frequently requested permission among the top 50 apps. Users are advised to scrutinize app permissions and revoke any that seem excessive, with modern Android versions offering options for limited access to certain permissions.
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