Google has announced updates aimed at making switching to Android or upgrading within the platform faster and more user-friendly. Over the past two years, Google has focused on refining the setup process and improving data transfer methods. Continue reading “Google brings seamless device setup and Restore Credentials to Android”
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Google rolls out the first Android 16 developer preview
Google has released the first preview of Android 16 for developers, ahead of the planned launch in Q2 2025. This marks a significant shift, as Google has decided to start API releases earlier to encourage faster innovation across apps and devices. Continue reading “Google rolls out the first Android 16 developer preview”
Google to merge Chrome OS with Android to rival the iPad: Report
Google plans to migrate Chrome OS entirely to Android as part of a long-term strategy to challenge the iPad’s dominance, according to a report from Android Authority. This move is part of a multi-year project aimed at unifying Google’s operating systems for improved efficiency and competitiveness. Continue reading “Google to merge Chrome OS with Android to rival the iPad: Report”
OnePlus Pad 2 OxygenOS 15 stable update starts rolling out
OnePlus has started rolling out OxygenOS 15 Android 15 stable update for the OnePlus Pad 2 tablet globally, soon after the roll-out of the update for the OnePlus 12 and OnePlus 12R smartphones. Continue reading “OnePlus Pad 2 OxygenOS 15 stable update starts rolling out”
Nothing Phone (2a) Nothing OS 3.0 open beta 2 released
Nothing has released the Nothing OS 3.0 open beta 2 update for the Nothing Phone (2a), after the first beta release last month. This comes after the stable roll-out in December. Continue reading “Nothing Phone (2a) Nothing OS 3.0 open beta 2 released”
Google rolls out Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1 update
Google has started rolling out the Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1 update to Pixel devices, following the stable release of Android 15 last month. Continue reading “Google rolls out Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1 update”
OnePlus 12R OxygenOS 15 stable update starts rolling out
After the beta update last month, OnePlus has started rolling out OxygenOS 15 Android 15 stable update for the OnePlus 12R smartphone globally, soon after the roll-out of the stable update for the OnePlus 12. Continue reading “OnePlus 12R OxygenOS 15 stable update starts rolling out”
OnePlus 12 OxygenOS 15 stable update starts rolling out
After the beta update last month, OnePlus has started rolling out OxygenOS 15 Android 15 stable update for the OnePlus 12 smartphone globally, 5 one week earlier than previously anticipated. Continue reading “OnePlus 12 OxygenOS 15 stable update starts rolling out”
Google could release Android TV 16 instead of Android TV 15 with biannual updates
Google has announced it will switch Android TV to a biannual release cycle, potentially skipping Android TV 15 and launching Android TV 16 in 2026, according to a report by Android Authority’s Mishaal Rahman. Continue reading “Google could release Android TV 16 instead of Android TV 15 with biannual updates”
Nothing Phone (2) Nothing OS 3.0 open beta released
Nothing has released the Android 15-based Nothing OS 3.0 open beta update for the Nothing Phone (2), after the roll-out for the Nothing Phone (2a) last month, ahead of the stable roll-out in December. Continue reading “Nothing Phone (2) Nothing OS 3.0 open beta released”
Google could roll out Android 16 as early as June 2025
Google has already confirmed that Android 16 will be released earlier than usual, with a launch scheduled for Q2 2025. This major update will reach both AOSP and Pixel devices simultaneously, marking a notable shift from previous Android releases. Continue reading “Google could roll out Android 16 as early as June 2025”
Android 16 confirmed for Q2 2025; minor release in Q4 2025
Google rolled out Android 15 stable version a couple of weeks back. As rumoured, the company has confirmed that the next major release of Android will happen in Q2 of 2025. Continue reading “Android 16 confirmed for Q2 2025; minor release in Q4 2025”
Android 16 could bring rich ongoing notifications and resizable quick settings tiles
Android 16 is expected to bring significant updates to notifications, particularly through a feature called Rich Ongoing Notifications, as reported by Android Authority. Continue reading “Android 16 could bring rich ongoing notifications and resizable quick settings tiles”
Android 15 update bricking Pixel 6 devices after Private Space activation: Report
Google began rolling out the Android 15 update for Pixel devices nearly a week ago, introducing various improvements. However, Pixel 6 owners may want to postpone installing the update. Reports indicate that the Android 15 update is causing Pixel 6 devices to brick unexpectedly, rendering them unusable. Continue reading “Android 15 update bricking Pixel 6 devices after Private Space activation: Report”
OxygenOS 15 launch event set for October 24
OnePlus just confirmed that it will introduce the OxygenOS 15 based on Android 15 on October 24th. The company released Android 15 beta for the OnePlus 12 and OnePlus Open back in May. OPPO introduced the ColorOS 15 in China earlier today. Continue reading “OxygenOS 15 launch event set for October 24”