Google has introduced the excessive partial wake lock metric to help developers identify background behaviors that contribute to battery drain. Developed in collaboration with Samsung and refined using developer feedback, the metric completed its beta phase last year and is now available to all developers, providing insights into how apps hold partial wake locks during user sessions. Continue reading “Google Play Store now warns users about battery-hogging apps”
Google has announced updates to the Android ecosystem, covering billing flexibility on Google Play, a new Registered App Stores program, revised developer fee structures, and resolution of its dispute with Epic Games. The update was shared by Sameer Samat, President of Android Ecosystem. Continue reading “Google updates Android with flexible billing, lower Play Store fees, and resolves Epic Games dispute”
Google has announced a new set of Android features focused on location sharing, baggage tracking, app discovery and personalization. Continue reading “Android gets live location sharing in Messages, airline luggage tracking via Find Hub, and more”
Google has begun rolling out its March Pixel Drop for Pixel phones and Pixel Watch models. The update introduces changes to Circle to Search, expanded Gemini app actions, new personalization options, regional AI feature availability, and additional Pixel Watch safety tools. Continue reading “Google Pixel Feature Drop: Circle to Search upgrades, Gemini tasks, Pixel Watch safety tools and more”
The Android 16 QPR3 release brings connected display support to general availability, marking a notable shift in how Android devices interact with external hardware. First demonstrated at Google I/O 2025, this feature allows users to connect supported Android devices to external monitors, activating a desktop windowing environment designed for multitasking. Continue reading “Android 16 QPR3 brings connected display support”
Google has released Android 17 Beta 2, continuing its focus on privacy, security, and performance. This update introduces new system APIs, cross-device capabilities, enhanced connectivity, and developer tools for testing apps ahead of the stable release. Continue reading “Android 17 Beta 2 update brings floating UI Bubbles, EyeDropper API, and more”
Google has outlined its vision for an “intelligent OS,” introducing new AI-powered capabilities for Android apps in a blog post by Matthew McCullough, VP of Product Management, Android Development. As users increasingly rely on AI assistants to complete tasks instead of navigating apps manually, Android is shifting toward a task-focused model where agents execute actions across applications. Continue reading “Google details Android roadmap for AI agents and app automation”
Google and Samsung are expanding Android’s intelligence with new AI features on the Samsung Galaxy S26 series and Pixel 10 devices. Powered by the Gemini 3 series models, these updates simplify daily tasks, enhance visual search, and provide on-device security measures. Continue reading “Gemini 3 task automation, visual search and scam alerts arrives for Galaxy S26 series and Pixel 10 devices”
Google has outlined its 2025 security measures aimed at keeping the Android and Play ecosystem protected from malware, financial fraud, hidden subscriptions, privacy misuse, and spam activity. Continue reading “Google 2025 security report: 1.75 million apps blocked, 80000 developer accounts banned”
Google introduced Quick Share to Apple AirDrop file sharing for the Pixel 10 family of devices back in November last year. At that time, the company said that it plans to expand the feature to a wider range of Android devices. Continue reading “Google Pixel 9 series get Apple AirDrop file sharing”
Google has released the first beta of Android 17, marking a continuation of its efforts to enhance platform privacy, security, and performance. This release introduces significant changes to how applications handle large screens, updates the developer release timeline, and provides new tools for camera and media optimization. Continue reading “Google rolls out Android 17 beta 1 update”
Lumio today announced the rollout of the Android 14 update across its Lumio Vision TV lineup starting this week. The company confirmed that the update for Lumio Arc projectors will follow shortly in the following month, positioning Lumio as the first brand to deliver a portfolio-wide Android 14 update. Continue reading “Lumio Vision TVs and Arc projectors are getting Android 14”
Android users may soon get one of their most requested features. As per Android Authority, Google has confirmed them that AirDrop interoperability, previously limited to the Pixel 10 series, will expand to more Android devices in 2026. Continue reading “Android to get AirDrop sharing beyond Pixel phones soon”
Brave, a new homegrown consumer technology startup, has announced its entry into the Indian personal computing sector after teasers a couple of months back. The company revealed that its debut device, the Brave Ark, is scheduled for an official launch later this week. The product will be available exclusively through Amazon.in. Continue reading “Brave Ark 2-in-1 Android device to launch in India on Feb 6”
Following its debut on the Find X9 series, ColorOS 16 arrives on the OPPO Reno 15 series with a focus on system fluidity, artificial intelligence integration, and extended software support. Rather than solely introducing standalone features, the operating system aims to improve cohesive daily usability through enhanced animation engines and cross-device compatibility. Continue reading “OPPO Reno 15 Series: What’s new in ColorOS 16”
