Software Related to mobiles
Google recently announced and subsequently adjusted new developer verification requirements for the Android ecosystem. These requirements are intended as an additional security measure to protect Android users from sophisticated scams and digital fraud. Continue reading “Android developer verification: Google easing app sideloading restrictions”
Google has started the rollout of the November Pixel Drop for Pixel devices, introducing new features including Remix in Google Messages, AI-powered notification summaries, themed packs, and enhanced safety tools. Continue reading “Google Pixel Feature Drop: Remix in Messages, AI summaries, new theme packs and more”
Google Play is updating its technical quality requirements with a new Android vitals metric that tracks excessive partial wake lock usage. Developed with input from Samsung and refined using feedback from developers, the metric aims to help identify background behaviors that contribute to battery drain. It is now available to all developers following the completion of its beta phase. Continue reading “Google Play to flag apps with excessive wake locks and battery drain”
As Cybersecurity Awareness Month concludes, Google has shared how Android helps protect users from one of today’s most common digital threats — mobile scams. Over the past year, AI-assisted fraud has become increasingly sophisticated, resulting in more than $400 billion in global financial losses. Continue reading “Android users 58% less exposed to scam texts than iPhone users: Report”
Nothing released the Nothing OS 4.0 open beta update based on Android 16 for the Nothing Phone (3), Phone (2), Phone (2a), and Phone (2a) Plus earlier this month. As promised, the company has now released the beta update for the Phone (3a) and Phone (3a) Pro models finally. Continue reading “Nothing Phone (3a) Series Nothing OS 4.0 Open Beta arrives”
Microsoft has officially begun rolling out Windows 11 version 25H2, bringing a suite of new features designed to make the operating system more intuitive, secure, accessible, and reliable. Continue reading “Microsoft rolls out Windows 11 25H2 update with security, accessibility, and productivity improvements”
Microsoft has officially ended free support for Windows 10, marking the operating system’s transition toward its final phase before end of servicing in October 2025. Despite the introduction of Windows 11 in 2021, Windows 10 remains widely used, powering millions of computers worldwide. Continue reading “Microsoft ends support for Windows 10 as October 2025 security updates roll out”
motorola has announced it is beginning the rollout of the Android 16 operating system to its smartphone portfolio. The company confirmed that the update will be progressively extended to its devices, starting with three models from its premium range. Continue reading “motorola begins Android 16 roll out in India”
After teasers, OnePlus today confirmed the launch of OxygenOS 16, the company’s next major software update based on Android 16 will be launched on October 16, 2025, a day after OPPO introduces ColorOS 16 in China. Continue reading “OnePlus to launch OxygenOS 16 on October 16”
OnePlus India has announced the integration of Google’s Gemini models into its upcoming operating system, OxygenOS 16. This move will bring a range of generative AI capabilities to future OnePlus devices. Continue reading “OxygenOS 16 to bring Google Gemini integration”
After the announcement a few weeks back, Nothing has released the Nothing OS 4.0 open beta update based on Android 16 ahead of the official stable release later this year. The beta program is initially available for the Nothing Phone (3), Phone (2), Phone (2a), and Phone (2a) Plus. Continue reading “Nothing OS 4.0 Android 16 open beta arrives”
vivo has opened registrations for OriginOS 6 preview program for its flagship vivo 200 Pro and the iQOO 13 ahead of global launch of OriginOS 6 on October 15th, as it had promised. Continue reading “vivo X200 Pro and iQOO 13 OriginOS 6 preview program registrations open”
Google has released Android 16 QPR2 Beta 2, confirming that the API surface is now locked and app-facing behaviors are finalized. Developers can now safely adapt their apps to the latest features ahead of the stable rollout. Continue reading “Android 16 QPR2 Beta 2 rolls out with developer verification, OTP protection, custom icons and more”
Nothing has announced its next major software update, Nothing OS 4.0, building on the company’s philosophy of creating a simple and intuitive user experience, after teasers at the Nothing Phone (3) launch. The update, which is set to enter an open beta program, focuses on refining the operating system’s design and introducing new features. Continue reading “Nothing OS 4.0 to bring refined design, expanded features”
Samsung has finally started the roll out of One UI 8 stable update based on Android 16 starting with the Galaxy S25 series, after the beta roll out back in May. The update brings advanced multimodal AI capabilities, a UX optimized for different device form factors, and personalized, proactive suggestions. Continue reading “Samsung starts rolling out One UI 8 stable update”
