Google Messages adds ability to star texts while end-to-end encryption leaves beta, plus more

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Damien Wilde

Stories discussed in this episode:

Google Messages for Android rolling out the ability to star texts, photos/videos
Google Messages end-to-end encryption is now out of beta
Android Auto introduces better content navigation as Google announces other features
Revamped Google Wifi launches in Canada and Europe as cheaper Nest Wifi alternative

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