Google Play Games profiles are being redesigned with new social and customization features, including a more public-facing profile, follower system, and new avatar options, accessible directly from the Play Store, with rollout starting September 23 globally.
The New England Patriots are gearing up for the 2024 NFL Draft, with a focus on prospects, profiles, and mock drafts as they prepare to make their selections.
Google Messages has introduced Profiles, which allow users to specify the name and image that others see in a conversation. These profile images will replace any manually set contact photos. While some may not like this change, Google argues that most people do not meticulously maintain contact photos, and Profiles will be a vast improvement. The feature is particularly useful in group chats, as it helps identify participants. Profiles started rolling out in mid-November and are not yet widely available for beta users.
Google Messages is reportedly working on adding a Profiles feature, allowing users to set a name, upload a photo, and share their profile. The feature was discovered in a recent beta version of the app, and it remains unclear if it will be a Google Messages or RCS feature. This addition would make it easier for users to share and update contact information with others. The release date for this feature is unknown, but its appearance in the beta version suggests it may be available soon.
Google Messages is working on a Profiles feature that will allow users to set their name and photo for recognition. The feature, currently in beta, will likely appear at the top of conversations and may be related to RCS or managed by Google itself. Other upcoming features include Google Account-based device pairing and a redesigned voice recorder.
Facebook now allows users to create up to four additional personal profiles, each with its own unique feed and content based on specific interests. The feature aims to help users organize their personal and professional relationships, as well as separate different aspects of their lives. However, certain features like Facebook Dating and Marketplace will not be available for secondary profiles initially, and messaging for additional profiles will only be accessible through the Facebook app and web. The feature is being rolled out globally over the coming months.
Microsoft has released a major update to Outlook for Mac, which includes a new Profiles feature that allows users to manage multiple email accounts on the same computer. Users can create different profiles for work and personal accounts, with each profile having its own theme and window appearance. The app also works with Siri Shortcuts to make switching between accounts easier. The feature is being rolled out to Insiders and will become available to more users in the coming weeks.