Google has released the Pixel Drop July 2025 update for Pixel devices, delivering new features and security patches for the month. Continue reading “Google Pixel Feature Drop: Pixel 9 Pro gets free one-year AI Pro subscription with Veo 3”
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Google expands Gemini AI across Galaxy foldables, Watch8, and Wear OS smartwatches
At Galaxy Unpacked 2025, Google introduced new Android AI experiences for the Galaxy Z Fold7, Z Flip7, and Galaxy Watch8. These are the first devices to launch with Android 16 and Wear OS 6, offering deeper AI integration across mobile and wearable platforms. Continue reading “Google expands Gemini AI across Galaxy foldables, Watch8, and Wear OS smartwatches”
Android 16 QPR1 Beta 2.1 update brings bug fixes, June 2025 patch
Google has released Android 16 QPR1 Beta 2.1 update, after the roll out of the QPR1 Beta 2 update earlier this month. This brings June 2025 Android security patch, so those who had already updated to Android 16 update, can now move to beta channel with easy over-the-air (OTA) update. Continue reading “Android 16 QPR1 Beta 2.1 update brings bug fixes, June 2025 patch”
Chrome for Android Address Bar can now be moved to bottom
Chrome on Android is rolling out a new feature that allows users to reposition the address bar to the bottom of the screen. This update aims to enhance user comfort and Browse ease by providing flexibility in address bar placement. Continue reading “Chrome for Android Address Bar can now be moved to bottom”
Google rolls out Android 16 QPR1 Beta 2 update with connected display support
Google has begun rolling out the Android 16 QPR1 Beta 2 update for eligible Pixel devices. This update builds on the Android 16 platform with new features, improvements, and bug fixes as part of the Quarterly Platform Releases (QPRs), which deliver updates to both AOSP and Pixel smartphones. Continue reading “Google rolls out Android 16 QPR1 Beta 2 update with connected display support”
Google Pixel Feature Drop: VIP contacts, LE Audio support, AI Photo tools and more
Google has launched its June 2025 Pixel Drop, introducing a wide range of smart, AI-powered features and improvements to Pixel phones. Alongside this rollout, Android 16 is also arriving on supported Pixel devices starting today. Continue reading “Google Pixel Feature Drop: VIP contacts, LE Audio support, AI Photo tools and more”
Adobe Photoshop now available for Android in beta
Adobe has released the beta version of its Photoshop mobile app for Android, expanding access to its popular editing and design tools beyond iPhone users. Continue reading “Adobe Photoshop now available for Android in beta”
Google rolls out Android 16 QPR1 Beta 1 update
Google released the Android 16 QPR1 Beta 1 update for eligible Pixel smartphones on May 20, 2025. This update is part of Google’s Quarterly Platform Releases (QPRs), which bring regular fixes, new features, and security improvements to Pixel devices. Continue reading “Google rolls out Android 16 QPR1 Beta 1 update”
HONOR 400 series will get 6 years of Android updates
Following Google I/O 2025 yesterday, HONOR today announced a commitment to provide 6 years of Android updates for its upcoming HONOR 400 Series. The series is also slated to feature advanced AI capabilities, developed using Google technology, and is scheduled to update to Android 16 in 2025. Continue reading “HONOR 400 series will get 6 years of Android updates”
Google I/O 2025: Android XR platform detailed with Glasses, SDK Preview 2, and Unity Tools
At its 2025 Google I/O conference, Google shared new details about Android XR—its immersive platform built for glasses, headsets, and related devices. Android XR is the first Android platform developed during the Gemini era. Continue reading “Google I/O 2025: Android XR platform detailed with Glasses, SDK Preview 2, and Unity Tools”
Google rolls out new AI tools to improve accessibility on Android and Chrome
In honor of Global Accessibility Awareness Day (May 15), Google announced updates to its accessibility tools on Android and Chrome, along with new support for developers working on speech recognition. Continue reading “Google rolls out new AI tools to improve accessibility on Android and Chrome”
Google rolls out Advanced Protection and Enhanced Security tools for Android
Google on Tuesday unveiled a range of security upgrades in Android 16, introducing a new Advanced Protection setting and advanced tools to counter scams and theft. These updates prioritize safeguarding all users, particularly high-risk groups like journalists and elected officials. Continue reading “Google rolls out Advanced Protection and Enhanced Security tools for Android”
Google expands Gemini to smartwatches, cars, TVs, and more
On Tuesday, Google announced that its Gemini assistant will soon extend to more devices—such as Wear OS smartwatches, Android Auto, vehicles with Google built-in, Google TV, headsets, glasses, and earbuds—bringing voice-based support across the Android platform. Continue reading “Google expands Gemini to smartwatches, cars, TVs, and more”
Google unveils Material 3 Expressive for Android and WearOS
Ahead of Google I/O next week, Google unveiled a significant update for Android and Wear OS with Material 3 Expressive, one of their largest updates in years. This update focuses on personalization, smooth interactions, and enhancing user experience. Continue reading “Google unveils Material 3 Expressive for Android and WearOS”
Material 3 Expressive details surface ahead of Google I/O 2025
Ahead of I/O, Google accidentally shared a blog post about Material 3 Expressive, its upcoming design update for the Android operating system — 9to5Google reported it before it was taken down and archived by the Wayback Machine. Continue reading “Material 3 Expressive details surface ahead of Google I/O 2025”