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Are Your Android Apps Crashing? Update WebView Now

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4 years ago

March 23, 2021

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If you recently noticed that some of your Android apps were crashing, or weren’t working as they should, you’re not alone. A problem with System WebView, one of Android’s system components, was to blame.

The issue, which was first noticed on Monday, persisted for roughly 7 hours according to Gmail’s Google Workspace dashboard. Until a fix could be made, the company suggested users make use of the desktop interface.

“We are aware of an issue with WebView causing some apps on Android to crash. We are currently working to fully validate the scope and a fix is in progress.” said a Google spokesperson.

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The Android System WebView is essentially responsible for allowing Android apps to display web content. Google was quick to notice the issue and says a fix is now available.

To resolve the issue, users are advised to update Google Chrome, as well as Android System WebView to version 89.0.4389.105.

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Google Pay Launches In Lebanon With Support From Multiple Banks

Bank Audi, Neo Digital Bank, and Whish Money are all offering support for Mastercard and Visa cardholders.

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2 weeks ago

June 25, 2025

Nour Nasir

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Google Pay has officially launched in Lebanon, allowing Android users to make secure, contactless payments via their smartphones. The rollout has been quickly supported by BLOM, BLF, Whish Money, Bank Audi, and its digital banking offshoot Neo Digital Bank. Customers of all three services can now add eligible Mastercard and Visa payment cards to their Google Wallets.

The integration enables in-store tap-to-pay transactions, as well as online and in-app purchases, using the same cards users already carry. For Bank Audi and Neo Digital Bank, the launch covers Mastercard products; for Whish Money, BLOM, and BLF it includes Visa cards. Payments are processed through the Google Pay platform, which maintains cardholder privacy while extending standard card protections.

To begin using the service, customers can download the Google Wallet app from Google Play, select “Add to Wallet,” and follow a short verification process. Once set up, payments can be made with a single tap — eliminating the need to carry physical cards or cash.

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“This launch represents a significant milestone in our commitment to digital innovation and customer convenience,” said Toufic Koussa, CEO at Whish Money. “By making Whish Visa Card available on Google Pay, we’re enabling our customers to make everyday transactions faster, more secure, and more inclusive. It’s about giving them the tools they need to transact seamlessly, wherever they are”.

The move follows the official activation of Google Pay in Lebanon on June 24, 2025, and marks a notable expansion of mobile payment options in a market where Apple Pay has yet to gain traction. Google’s entry is expected to increase digital wallet adoption among Android users and pave the way for further collaborations with regional financial institutions.