Google will shut down Android Auto phone app

Google Assistant driving mode (Source: Google)

Google has introduced an Android Auto experience on its devices in the last few years. The feature allows those without a compatible dashboard unit to quickly access Google Maps, music apps, and other data you need. But now, with the Google Assistant driving mode finished, Google plans to stop offering the old experience on devices running on Android 12.

A statement from Google shared with 9to5Google confirms this plan. "Google Assistant driving mode is our next evolution of the mobile driving experience," the statement reads.

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Samsung introduces Galaxy A52s 5G

Samsung recently launched a new iteration of its Galaxy A52 5G handset. The Galaxy A52s 5G shares most of the specs of its predecessor, but it gets a new processor. This handset runs on a newer Qualcomm Snapdragon 778 5G chip instead of the Snapdragon 750G on the Galaxy A52 5G. It has either 6GB or 8GB of RAM, 128GB or 256GB of storage, and runs on One UI 3.1 based on Android 11.

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WhatsApp for the iPad is reportedly in the works

WhatsApp for the iPad might finally be coming soon. WABetaInfo reports that Facebook is working on the feature as it develops multi-device 2.0. This will allow you to use an iPad as a new linked device, and when the multi-device feature is enabled, you won't need to have your phone connected for it to work. The company is also reportedly working on Android tablet support.

Via: 9to5Mac

Twitter's Tip Jar now supports Wealthsimple Cash app

The Wealthsimple Cash app is the first Canadian payment service provider to support Twitter's recently launched Tip Jar feature. This will allow creators, artists, and others with a Wealthsimple Cash account to receive payments directly on Twitter via the Tip Jar.

There will be a Tip Jar icon next to the Follow button on your profile page for those with the feature enabled. Those who plan to tip will see a list of payment services and platforms the account has activated.