Google kickstarted the Playtime, an annual global event series where the company announced that Android app bundle is Android’s new publishing format, with which developers can more easily deliver a great experience in a smaller app size since it is a deciding factor for higher conversation rates. Continue reading “Google announces improvements to app bundles, instant apps, subscription management and more”
Google is rolling out the ability to share ETA in real-time when you are about to step out so you can focus more on the road and less on the phone. This feature is rolling out iOS. Continue reading “Google Maps for iOS gets real-time ETA sharing”
Google has rolled out the Chrome 70 for Windows, Mac, and Linux. This update brings an option to disable linking Google site and Chrome sign-ins, Progressive Web Apps on Windows, the ability for users to restrict extensions’ access to a custom list of sites, an AV1 decoder, and much more. Continue reading “Google Chrome 70 brings Web Authentication API, PWAs on Windows, AV1 decoder and more”
Back in July European Commision has fined Google with $5.04 billion for misusing its position and forcing its apps on Android manufacturers. While Google appealed the decision last week, it is also working on how to comply with the decision. Firstly, Google is updating the compatibility agreements with mobile device makers that set out how Android is used to develop smartphones and tablets. Continue reading “Google to charge smartphone manufacturers in Europe for using its app suite”
PUBG Mobile is getting a brand new update bringing the version number to 0.9.0. This update introduces tons of new features including night Mode to Erangel which will alternate between day and night randomly in Classic Mode. It also brings new Night Vision Goggles. Continue reading “PUBG Mobile 0.9.0 update with night Mode, ‘Movie’ picture style, new weapons and more released”
Twitter today announced that it is removing the ability to create Moments on the Twitter for iOS or Android apps on October 23rd. The company says that it often removes the features that aren’t used much to focus on building other products that are used most. Continue reading “Twitter to drop support for creation of Moments on Android and iOS on October 23rd”
Google has announced the Pixel 3 flagships with a new improved camera and camera APK which sports multiple difference from the current app on Pixels and Pixel 2 XL. These changes include an updated interface, RAW support, and a new panorama mode. Continue reading “Google Pixel 3 Camera brings redesigned UI, RAW support, new panorama mode and more [APK]”
GOME has announced its entry in India in partnership with Agaston Mobile Private Limited who have already created their own space in the Indian mobile market with its brand Tambo Mobile. GOME’s India venture will be its first overseas operation. The company has also announced its new C Series smartphones in India. Continue reading “GOME C7 and C7 Note with 18:9 displays, fingerprint sensor, Face unlock launched in India starting at Rs. 5999”
Google earlier this year started Project Strobe which is review system for third-party developer access to Google account and Android device data and its philosophy around apps’ data access. Google today is announcing the first four findings and actions from this review. Google is shutting down Google+ for consumers. The company says that users over the years wanted to better understand how to control the data they choose to share with apps on Google+. Continue reading “Google is shutting down Google+ following massive data breach”
TCL Electronics has launched the 65X, India’s first Google-certified Android QLED TV. It comes with Harman Kardon speakers and packs 4K UHD display with HDR features enable it to reproduce all shades of light and natural color in stunning detail. Continue reading “TCL 65X4 65-inch 4K UHD HDR QLED Android TV with Harman Kardon speakers launched in India”
Twitter has rolled out an update to its Twitter mobile app which brings Dava-Saving feature to let users have more control over their data usage. Instead of saving data using the Lite app, users can instead turn on the toggle to save data using the main app. Continue reading “Twitter for Android and iOS gets new ‘Data-Saver’ mode”
TECNO Mobile has launched the CAMON iCLICK2 smartphone, its latest budget smartphone with dual rear cameras. It sports a 6.2” HD+ screen, 19:9 Super Full View notch display, 24MP AI selfie camera, and AI Face Unlock. Continue reading “TECNO CAMON iCLICK2 with 6.2-inch HD+ notch display, 24MP AI selfie camera, face unlock launched in India at Rs.13,499”
SHARP today has introduced the Aquos Zero which features the company’s first OLED panel that is designed and manufactured in-house. It sports a 6.22-inch WQHD+ (1440×2992) display with support for the DCI-P3 color space and Dolby Vision. It also has a huge notch above the display and is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845. Continue reading “SHARP Aquos Zero with 6.22-inch OLED WQHD+ display, Snapdragon 845, 6GB RAM announced”
Google today announced that it is rolling out new features on Google Maps to help you take control of your daily commute. The new commute tab feature one-tap access to live traffic and transit information tailored to your commute. It will let you know if your commute is going to be a normal one or if you’ll need extra time.
Microsoft today announced that it is integrating its Translator within Swiftkey keyboard for Android. The Translator uses artificial intelligence to provide translations for more than 60 languages. Continue reading “Microsoft integrates AI Translator within Swiftkey for Android for real-time translations”
