Wikipedia 2.5 gets a proper beta program, two-factor authentication coming soon

Today brings a new step for Wikipedia. Its Android app is finally getting a proper beta program after years of juggling dual apps, which is fantastic. Even better, two-factor authentication for our accounts is on the horizon.

Before we get too much further, here's the changelog (after signing up for the beta):

• Two-factor authentication support and login fixes
• Improved network performance and offline support for cached page previews
• Better multi-window support
• Minor UI refinements to gallery and page previews
• Several major crash fixes

So let's first commend Wikipedia for implementing Google's smoother way of beta testing apps.

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