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  1. Android News

    This is how you can prevent Allo from downloading any media at all

    There's a simple option in the settings if you don't want photos, videos, and GIFs to download automatically, but if you toggle this off they still save to your storage when you view them. However, if you shift over into Incognito Mode, then you can view all the media that is sent to you...
  2. Android News

    This might be why SMS fallback isn't in Allo, and won't work on Android

    A lot of people were hoping that Allo would have SMS fallback and it would finally be the iMessage competitor that Android has never had. This wasn't the case though, but a Reddit user goes into detail about exactly why it wasn't implemented. It basically boils down to users being confused...
  3. Android News

    Hands-on first impressions of Allo gives us a tour of its features

    Kellen of Droid Life has just updated their first impressions hands-on video of the newly released Allo application from Google. He walks us through setting up the app, how Google Assistant works, and their implementation of stickers and emojis.
  4. Android News

    How to: Start an incognito chat in Google Allo

    If you want to use Allo's Incognito Chat, the folks at Android Authority have given everyone a quick tutorial on how to make that happen.
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    Should you switch from Hangouts to Allo?

    Android Police has published a comparison piece between Allo and Hangouts to help you decide if you should switch from Hangouts to Google's newest messaging platform.
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  6. Android News

    You can't set Allo as your default text messaging app

    If you wanted to make Allo your default text messaging app, you can't. Although the app has SMS capabilties, it seems that Google isn't intending for Allo to replace your current messaging app.
  7. Android News

    Allo can send you messages even if you never installed it

    The folks at Android Central have discovered that Allo can still send Android users messages without having the app installed already. When receiving a message, a popup appears that you're responding via Allo and includes a button to install the app.
  8. Android News

    Here's how Allo's weird SMS support works

    Allo does support SMS, but not in the way the Hangouts did in the past. When you send a message to a friend who doesn't have Allo, they will receive an SMS through Google's servers with your name. Your friends can reply to the message, but the reply is routed through Google and delivered to you...
  9. Android News

    Google's Allo is officially available through Google Play

    The wait is finally over. Google Allo has officially launched and can be downloaded through Google Play. Those who can't yet download the app through Google Play can wait patiently for the rollout to be made available to them or find the app on one of many APK mirroring sites across the web.
  10. Android News

    Google backtracks on its promise of transient storage of your Allo messages

    When Allo was unveiled at I/O this year, Google promised that your messages would not be stored permanently on its servers. With today's launch of Allo, transient storage of your messages is not even an option. Google has chosen to store the messages permanently on its servers since it helps...
  11. Android News

    Google Allo review says it's a perfectly 'fine' messaging app

    The first round of Allo reviews have hit the web. The Verge is of the opinion that Allo is a great messaging app, but it doesn't give people a compelling enough reason to switch from whatever they are currently using since the Google Assistant is still new and going through come obvious growing...
  12. Android News

    Google introduces us to Allo with its 'Say hello to #GoogleAllo' video

    Not sure what Allo is all about? Google has put together a quick video which shows what Allo can do and why you may want to use the new app to replace the other messaging app you have on your phone.
  13. Android News

    Allo developer says the app will not be launched on September 21st

    A leak yesterday stated that Google Allo would be launching this week, and then another one shortly after claimed it would launch on the 21st. However, a head developer of the Allo team just said on Twitter that it actually will not be launching on September 21st.
  14. Android News

    New marketing material is being distributed in regards to Google Allo

    A Reddit user has posted an image of promotional material for Google Allo, suggesting the app is nearing the official release.
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    It appears that Allo may be launching this week

    Evan Blass has posted a very simple tweet in regards to Google's new messaging service, Allo. The tweet simply states: "Hello, Allo (launches this week)." So if this tweet is true, then we'll see Google Allo at some time in the next week.
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  16. Android News

    Allo developer seems to have dropped a hint about the app's release date

    A Reddit user says one of the developers behind Allo hinted at its upcoming release date. This user says the developer's hint was "around the world," and claims they will let the person know if they guess the right date.
  17. Android News

    Google could be hinting at a September 1st release for Allo

    A Redditor recently noticed a screenshot on the Allo Play Store page that could hint at when the company plans to release the application. If true, we could be looking at a release date for Allo tomorrow, September 1st.
  18. Android News

    User spots Allo in the Play Store's New + Updated Apps section

    A user on Reddit was just scrolling through the Play Store and noticed Google's Allo application appear int he New + Updated Apps section. The application still isn't available (as of writing this), it could mean that it's being prepared to be launched soon.
  19. Android News

    In the preview version of Allo, the app doesn't include backup or cloud sync functionality

    All things aren't roses and daisies for the Google's new messaging platform, Allo. It appears that the app lacks any backup or cloud functionality in the preview, although this may be turned on in a later update or once the app has gone live on the Play Store.
  20. Android News

    Google's Allo will allow you to search within your messaging conversations

    Allo will allow users to search for contacts and content from your messages with a built-in universal search function. Hangouts allows you to search your various messaging conversations, as long as you do so withing Gmail.
  21. Android News

    Google Allo connects via your phone number, but also your Google account

    Although Duo makes use of just your phone number, Allo apparently requires your phone number and Google account. The biggest reason for the inclusion of the Google account is due to the addition of Google Assistant.
  22. Android News

    Breakdown of media sharing on Google's new messaging service, Allo

    There are a few different ways to share media with Google Allo including sharing GIFs, annotating images, and more. Thanks to the folks at Android Police, we can see everything that will be coming once Allo is released.
  23. Android News

    Google's Allo messaging interface looks extremely similar to WhatsApp

    While diving through the various features and designs of Google's upcoming messaging service, Allo, Android Police has found that its voice messaging interface looks extremely similar to that found within WhatsApp.
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  24. Android News

    Google Allo has some seriously hilarious sticker packs

    If the sticker packs included in Hangouts felt too boring and bland for you to use, perhaps you'll like the new packs that are showing up in Google's new messenger, Allo. Right now the service comes with three packs installed, but there are 24 additional packs available to download. Some are...
  25. Android News

    Although not released yet, Allo and Duo receive an update to their icons

    Even though the next two messaging apps from Google have yet to be released publicly, it seems that Allo and Duo have both received an updated look to their icons. The update brings a more consistent look when compared to other Google-branded applications.
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