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Google is updating the minimum Android version requirements for its other navigation app, Waze, and will no longer support older versions.

Android 15 also brings better multitasking features for large-screen devices. With the new version, you can pin the taskbar to keep it always visible for quick app switching.

While new Android versions typically bring a near-endless string new features, did you know that Google has actually removed some over the years, too?

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