Android

At Roda, we want to ensure that our customers are able to get the most out of their devices. Some of you may have been using the banking features available on modern smartphones to pay for coffees on-the-go for a while. However, if you are new to this feature, this guide may help you get started.

The ability to pay for transactions using your phone makes life much easier if you ever forget your wallet. You can pay in shops using your mobile device if you see the G Pay, Apple Pay or Contactless symbol. You can also often use these systems to more easily complete transactions online or within apps.

Android 11 was released towards the end of 2020. However, when life is busy, we can overlook the new features that are available to us. In this blog, we outline some of the nifty things that Android 11 can do…

Messaging

You can now manage all of your messages from different apps on your lock screen, with the option to prioritise people across multiple apps.

In one of our recent blog posts, we gave you an introduction to rugged devices. Here are some rugged device features that you can find across a range of handsets and manufacturers. We’re going to go through a few of the options available to you, should you need something that offers more resistance and durability in your business.

Does your business have field workers?

Are they often out and about, facing harsh or unpredictable environments?

Are you fed up with replacing devices or paying for repairs?

Modern smartphone devices usually have edge-to-edge screens as part of their sleek design. This can make them impractical and expensive to repair or replace. Plus, for workers out in the field, carrying an impractical device can lead to it simply not being used. Therefore, rugged devices are becoming increasingly popular among businesses.

We’ve been talking about 5G for a while now. Though its launch is still being eagerly awaited in many cities, it is up and running in others. Cities including London, Birmingham, Manchester, Cardiff, Belfast and Edinburgh have already been connected on some networks. With 5G being rolled out across the busiest cities in the UK, now is a good a time as any to make sure you’re ready for it.

Android 10 was released to Google phones, along with a handful of others models, at the beginning of September. While its release across the remaining Android models is still being awaited, we wanted to give you an idea of what to expect when it arrives…

Increased Privacy

Location Controls

Location controls in Android will now give you three options for sharing your location with apps: always, while the app is in use or never.

A collection of helpful tips to let you make the most of your Android device.