Software Related to mobiles
Google has shared updates about Android Runtime (ART), responsible for running apps on the OS. ART’s recent developments and the ability to update it independently via Google Play system updates are significant. Continue reading “Google’s ART 14 update brings 30% faster app launches”
Google introduced Enhanced Video Quality for YouTube Premium subscribers earlier this year. It was released for iOS a few months back, and for the Web in July. Earlier this week, YouTube has finally rolled out the feature for the Android users. Continue reading “YouTube Premium 1080p Enhanced bitrate rate now available for Android”
With the impending launch of Android 14, Google has unveiled the final update of its Android 14 beta program – Android 14 Beta 5. Continue reading “Google rolls out Android 14 Beta 5 ahead of stable release”
After an accidental reveal, Samsung has officially confirmed that it is starting registrations for the Android 14-based One UI 6 beta update starting with the Galaxy S23 series. Continue reading “Samsung One UI 6 Android 14 beta program launched”
Google has unveiled its plans to introduce advanced cellular security features, positioning Android as the pioneering mobile operating system to implement these measures. The enhanced security features will be accessible to both consumers and businesses. Continue reading “Google details cellular security features in Android 14”
The new realme C53 features a dual rear camera with 108MP main sensor has been launched in India. The smartphone is powered by the UNISOC T612 chip platform. For the first time, such a high resolution camera is being offered at an affordable price. UNISOC and realme have partnered to bring the megapixel photographic performance, which is only configured on mid-range and high-end models in the market, to a broader spectrum of consumers. Continue reading “UNISOC and realme collaborate to introduce the realme C53 smartphone featuring a 108MP camera”
Google has taken strides to improve app support for tablets and large screens with the release of Android 14. The latest Android 14 beta 4 brings support for Pixel Tablets and Fold devices, and now, Google has introducesd a new Play Store specifically designed for larger screens. Continue reading “Google introduces new Play Store for large screens”
Starting in August 2023, Google Play Services will discontinue support for Android KitKat in its new releases. KitKat, which was released in 2013, will lose support just before its 10th anniversary. This means that devices running on KitKat will no longer receive updates or support from Google Play Services, the company announced. Continue reading “Google to end support for Android KitKat in Play Services”
Google has officially launched Nearby Share for Windows, offering improved performance and new functionality, making content sharing and productivity easier for users. Continue reading “Nearby Share for Windows out of beta, now available for download”
Google has released Android 14 Beta 4, focusing on refining performance and functionality as the official release approaches. This update marks the second Platform Stable Android 14 release, with finalized APIs and app-facing behaviors for developers to review and integrate into their apps. Continue reading “Android 14 beta 4 brings Pixel Tablet, Fold support”
iMessage is an instant messaging service launched by Apple over a decade back, and everyone is aware about how it works exclusively within Apple’s ecosystem of products. Apple is stubborn with its refusal to implement RCS support in iMessage, and when an Android user with RCS enabled sends a message to an iPhone user, the message will be downgraded to SMS or MMS. This results in a loss of features, such as high-quality chat, read receipts, and typing indicators. Continue reading “Now use iMessage on Android with Sunbird”
Google has started rolling out the Pixel feature drop June 2023; this brings helpful tools and updates for your Pixel Phone, Pixel Watch, and Fitbit devices. Continue reading “Google Pixel Feature Drop brings Macro Focus Video, Cinematic wallpapers and more”
Google has introduced the Android 14 Beta 3 for Pixel devices and simultaneously released a preview of Android 14 for TV. As part of this update, Google has decided to retire Android 13 for television devices, which will no longer be recommended in Android Studio’s emulator menu. Continue reading “Google releases Android TV 14 Beta, skips Android 13”
After the release of Android 14 beta 2 at the Google I/O last month, and the Beta 2.1 with minor fixes a couple of weeks back, Google has released Android 14 beta 3 with finalized APIs making app-facing behaviors final so developers review and integrate them into their apps. Continue reading “Google rolls out Android 14 Beta 3 with new lock screen customization, finalized APIs”
In the latest Android distribution numbers released by Google, it has been revealed that Android 13 is steadily gaining traction among users. Android 13 is currently installed on roughly 14.7% of active devices worldwide, based upon statistics gathered from devices connected to the Play Store over a seven-day period ending on May 30, 2023. Continue reading “Android 13 adoption rises, but Android 11 still dominates”
