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Google rolls out Gemini overlay and Live features for Android devices

Google, at its Made by Google event, announced new AI-driven enhancements for billions of Android users, with a focus on privacy and security. Continue reading “Google rolls out Gemini overlay and Live features for Android devices”

Google has announced the early access availability of Android Device Streaming for Samsung, Xiaomi, and OPPO Device Labs, following its open beta announcement at Google I/O 2024. Continue reading “Google opens early access to Android Device Streaming for OEMs”

Google has started rolling out Cross-device services, allowing Android users to switch between devices without interrupting their tasks. Continue reading “Google brings Cross-device services to Android with Call casting and Internet sharing”

Google has rolled out Android 15 Beta 4 on its developer blog, marking the second “Platform Stability” release after Beta 3 finalized new APIs and app-facing changes. Continue reading “Google rolls out Android 15 Beta 4 update”

WhatsApp has reportedly ended support for KaiOS phones, following its earlier drop for Android 4.0.3, iOS 9, and KaiOS 2.5.0 from November 2021. Continue reading “WhatsApp to discontinue KaiOS support by February 2025”

Apple and Google have introduced a new tool allowing users to transfer photos from Google Photos to iCloud, part of the Data Transfer Initiative (DTI). This expands Google Takeout to include iCloud transfers, automating the process without manual downloads or uploads. Continue reading “Data Transfer Initiative launches Google Photos to iCloud Transfer Tool”

Android updates have become increasingly important, and improvements in this area over the past few years are notable. Continue reading “Qualcomm is working towards easier Android updates for OEMs: Report”

Blackmagic Design has announced the launch of the Blackmagic Camera for Android, introducing digital film features and controls to Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel phones, enhancing their capability for television and film production. Continue reading “Blackmagic Camera app arrives on Android for Pixel and Galaxy Phones”

Google has started rolling out Android 15 Beta 3 to Pixel devices. This update brings Android 15 to Platform Stability, meaning the developer APIs (API Level 35) and all app-facing behaviors are final. Continue reading “Google rolls out Android 15 Beta 3 update”

Google has begun rolling out the June 2024 Feature Drop update, enhancing the capabilities of Pixel phones, Pixel Watches, and Pixel Tablets. Continue reading “Google Pixel Feature Drop: Gemini Nano to Pixel 8 / 8a, display port support, caller lookup, and more”

Google has announced the rollout of 8 new accessibility updates across Lookout, Google Maps, and more. These updates are designed with and for people with disabilities, marking Global Accessibility Awareness Day 2024. Continue reading “Google rolls out new accessibility features across Lookout, Google Maps and more”

Google has announced new theft protection features for Android devices to keep your device and data secure before, during, and after a theft attempt. Here’s what they include: Continue reading “Here’s how upgraded Android theft protection will work”

Google has announced exciting updates for Android, focusing on security, battery life, and entertainment across various devices at the Google I/O 2024. Here’s a breakdown of what’s coming: Continue reading “Android is getting upgraded theft detection, battery life improvements on Wear OS 5, and more”

Google released Android developer preview for Android 15, the next major Android release, back in February and released the beta 1 last month. At the Google I/O, it released the Android 15 beta 2 for several Pixel devices. Continue reading “Android 15 beta now available for several smartphones”