We spotted code in the latest Gmail version that hints at Chat upgrades, including summaries and long-requested reaction notifications.

This simple enhancement will make your Android notifications more useful and less annoying — with about 60 seconds of one-time setup.

Screenshot by Jason Cipriani/CNET When you are actively using Messages for web, a persistent notification will show up on your Android device, letting you know Messages is in use elsewhere.

With the help of a clever app, you can create an "applet" that will trigger an iOS alert whenever your Android device gets a text message.