Android: News
10 Sep 2024
GoogleGoogle's appeal against €2.4B antitrust fine dismissed by EU court
Google has failed to overturn a 2017 antitrust decision by the European Commission.
10 Sep 2024
iOSWhatsApp flaw lets you save 'View Once' photos and videos
WhatsApp's "View Once" feature, designed to enhance user privacy by making media disappear after a single view, has been found to have a significant flaw.
08 Sep 2024
GoogleGoogle Meet on Android is improving your video-calling experience
Google has introduced a new user interface (UI) for its video conferencing app, Meet, on Android devices.
07 Sep 2024
WhatsAppWhatsApp is rolling out Meta AI for business accounts
WhatsApp has launched a new update, version 2.24.19.16, through the Google Play Beta Program.
05 Sep 2024
WhatsAppWhatsApp will soon offer you more control over contact syncing
WhatsApp is currently developing a new privacy feature that will allow users to manage their contact syncing.
04 Sep 2024
GoogleUpdate now! Google patches surveillance vulnerability in Pixel phones
Google has released an update for its Pixel smartphones to address a potential security vulnerability.
04 Sep 2024
GoogleAndroid phones can now detect earthquakes in all US states
Google is expanding its Android Earthquake Alerts system to all 50 states in the US, and six US territories.
02 Sep 2024
GoogleThis upcoming Play Store feature will automatically open installed apps
Google is developing a new feature to improve the app installation process for Android users, from the Play Store.
02 Sep 2024
OnePlusBeware OnePlus users! Latest update may render your smartphone useless
OnePlus is currently grappling with a significant issue that could potentially brick its smartphones.
02 Sep 2024
GoogleGoogle Opinion Rewards app surpasses 100M downloads on Play Store
Google Opinion Rewards, an application designed to provide users with free Play Store credit in exchange for answering surveys and uploading purchase receipts, has now surpassed 100 million downloads on the Play Store.
02 Sep 2024
AliExpressDebunked! Apple Watch Ultra does not feature a secret camera
A recent trend on social media platforms, particularly TikTok, has seen several videos claiming that Apple's flagship wearable, the Watch Ultra, contains a hidden camera embedded in the Digital Crown.
31 Aug 2024
WhatsAppWhatsApp to soon offer voice chat mode for Meta AI
WhatsApp is developing a new feature that will allow users to communicate with Meta AI using their voice.
31 Aug 2024
GoogleYou can now install and update multiple Android apps simultaneously
Google has introduced a significant update to its Play Store, now allowing users to download, install, and update multiple Android apps simultaneously.
30 Aug 2024
GoogleGmail users can now ask Gemini to read, summarize emails
Google has introduced a new feature, Gmail Q&A, that allows Android users to interact with its artificial intelligence (AI) assistant, Gemini, on the email app.
29 Aug 2024
YouTubeYou can now share your YouTube channels using QR codes
YouTube has introduced a new feature that allows users to share their channels via QR codes.
28 Aug 2024
AppleGoogle's Gemini AI assistant could soon manage your WhatsApp calls
Google is working to integrate its artificial intelligence (AI) model, Gemini, into daily routines by enhancing its functionality with new extensions.
26 Aug 2024
GoogleNow you can search for group chats in Google Messages
Google Messages is currently testing a new feature that allows users to search for group chats on Android.
24 Aug 2024
WhatsAppWhatsApp's upcoming feature will help you manage contacts, groups
WhatsApp is set to introduce a new feature in an upcoming Android update, that will allow users to create custom lists for better contact management.
24 Aug 2024
Android 15Android's new memory management promises faster apps, less power drain
Google is set to enhance the performance of Android devices by introducing support for a 16KB page size.
22 Aug 2024
GoogleGoogle ends rewards for finding security flaws in Android apps
Google has announced the termination of its Google Play Security Reward Program (GPSRP), a bug bounty initiative that paid security researchers for identifying vulnerabilities in popular Android apps.
21 Aug 2024
GoogleChrome makes it easier to access saved passwords across devices
Google Chrome is introducing a feature that will allow users to access their saved passwords and bookmarks across multiple devices, by simply signing into their Google account on the browser.
20 Aug 2024
WhatsAppWhatsApp to allow users to message each other via usernames
WhatsApp is currently developing a username feature with PIN support, as part of its latest update via the Google Play Beta Program.
20 Aug 2024
GoogleGoogle tests some controversial changes in its Android app
Google is reportedly planning to eliminate the dedicated search button from its Android app.
20 Aug 2024
AppleApple Podcasts now available on web for Android, PC users
Apple has expanded the accessibility of its podcast library, making it available online for the first time.
19 Aug 2024
GoogleGoogle Play discontinues rewards for Android app bug hunters
Google has announced the termination of its Google Play Security Reward Program (GPSRP), effective from August 31.
19 Aug 2024
GoogleChrome on Android to hide sensitive data during screen sharing
Google is developing a new feature for its Chrome browser on Android, designed to protect users' sensitive information during screen sharing or recording sessions.
19 Aug 2024
MalwareThis app hides in plain sight, records everything you do
Cybersecurity experts have recently identified a new mobile spyware, known as LianSpy, that specifically targets Android smartphones.
17 Aug 2024
GoogleGoogle Drive can now save your scanned documents as JPEGs
Google Drive has introduced a new feature that permits users to save scanned documents as JPEGs, in addition to the existing PDF format.
17 Aug 2024
TechnologyWhat is virtual memory and how it works on Android
Virtual memory, a crucial component of modern operating systems including Android, is often misinterpreted as a ploy to convince users that their devices have more RAM than they actually do.
17 Aug 2024
WhatsAppWhatsApp will soon allow blocking messages from unknown accounts
WhatsApp is in the process of developing a new privacy feature, aimed at enhancing user security.
15 Aug 2024
iOSX introduces passkey logins for Android users: How it works
X, the social media platform previously known as Twitter, has launched support for passkeys on its Android application.
13 Aug 2024
GoogleGoogle launches voice chat feature for Gemini AI assistant
Google has introduced a new voice chat mode named Gemini Live, for its artificial intelligence (AI) assistant, Gemini.
12 Aug 2024
GoogleAndroid users beware! Critical vulnerabilities found in Qualcomm Adreno GPUs
Google researchers have recently identified over nine vulnerabilities in Qualcomm's Adreno GPU, a graphics processing unit integrated into Snapdragon processors.
10 Aug 2024
WhatsAppWhatsApp users can now set duration for community group chats
WhatsApp has launched a new update, version 2.24.17.11, through the Google Play Beta Program.
10 Aug 2024
Layoff NewsCan Nova Launcher survive with just one developer?
Nova Launcher, a widely recognized Android home screen replacement app, has experienced substantial layoffs within its development team.
09 Aug 2024
Google PhotosGoogle Photos replaces Library tab with Collections: What's new?
Google Photos has introduced a new feature named Collections, replacing the existing Library tab. This update is designed to streamline content discovery for users.
09 Aug 2024
GoogleGoogle's security app debuts with Material You redesign, new features
Google has unveiled the latest version of its security app, Google Authenticator 7.0, on Android.
08 Aug 2024
WhatsAppWhatsApp will replace your green verification badge with blue
WhatsApp, the widely used messaging application, is planning to replace its existing green verification checkmarks for businesses and channels with blue ones.
06 Aug 2024
GoogleGoogle fixes zero-day vulnerability in Android kernel
Google has addressed a critical zero-day vulnerability, identified as CVE-2024-36971, in the Android kernel.
03 Aug 2024
WhatsAppWhatsApp working on 'Lists' feature: How it will impact users
WhatsApp is currently working on a 'Lists' feature designed to manage contacts and groups more efficiently.
