Android: News

14 Oct 2024

Meta

WhatsApp now offers improved video call quality in low-light conditions

WhatsApp, the popular messaging platform owned by Meta, has rolled out a new feature to improve video call quality in low-light conditions.

12 Oct 2024

WhatsApp

WhatsApp to limit number of chat lists you can create

WhatsApp is gearing up to introduce a new feature that will restrict the number of chat lists users can create.

11 Oct 2024

Google

Microsoft to sell Xbox games directly via Android app

Microsoft is all set to update its Xbox mobile app on Android in November, allowing US users to purchase and play Xbox games on their phones.

11 Oct 2024

Google

Google challenges ruling that forces third-party app stores on Android

Google has officially appealed a recent district court ruling in the Epic v. Google case, which orders the tech giant to permit third-party app stores on its platform.

09 Oct 2024

Apple

23% iPhone users won't date Android fans, reveals survey

A recent study by All About Cookies has revealed a shocking trend in the dating preferences of smartphone users.

09 Oct 2024

Apple

MediaTek unveils Dimensity 9400, world's 1st 3nm Android chipset

In a major milestone for the Android ecosystem, MediaTek has unveiled its latest flagship chip, the Dimensity 9400.

09 Oct 2024

Google

US considers breaking up Google as remedy in antitrust lawsuit

The US Department of Justice (DOJ) is exploring the possibility of forcing Google to sell off parts of its business as a potential remedy in the ongoing antitrust lawsuit.

08 Oct 2024

Google

MediaTek Dimensity 9400 to support Google's Gemini Nano AI model

MediaTek has announced that its upcoming flagship processor, the Dimensity 9400 chipset, will be optimized for on-device artificial intelligence (AI) tasks.

08 Oct 2024

Epic Games

US judge orders Google to open Play Store to competitors

In a landmark decision, a US judge has ruled that Google must allow rival app stores to be distributed on the Google Play Store.

05 Oct 2024

Google

Google rolls out new theft protection features for Android devices

Google has started rolling out a set of three new theft protection features for Android 10 and later versions, as per its announcement at I/O 2024 in May.

05 Oct 2024

WhatsApp

WhatsApp now allows users to manage contacts across linked devices

WhatsApp has released a new update, version 2.24.21.26, through the Google Play Beta Program.

04 Oct 2024

Google

Google's new feature lets you search with videos: Here's how

Google is revolutionizing its search feature by integrating more advanced artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities.

03 Oct 2024

Google

How to enable and use UPI Circle on Google Pay

Google has introduced a new feature, UPI Circle, on its Google Pay app.

03 Oct 2024

Google

Google Gemini live now supports 9 Indian languages, including Hindi

Google has announced that its conversational AI feature, Gemini Live, will now support nine additional Indian languages.

02 Oct 2024

WhatsApp

You can now use filters, backgrounds during WhatsApp video calls

Popular messaging app WhatsApp just dropped some cool new features to make your video calls even better.

02 Oct 2024

iOS

YouTube TV introduces background play feature for Android, iOS

YouTube TV is rolling out a cool new feature that was once only meant for YouTube Premium users — background play.

01 Oct 2024

Snapchat

Snapchat's new 'Footsteps' feature lets you track your travel history

Snapchat has rolled out a cool new feature called "Footsteps," letting users keep tabs on their location history.

29 Sep 2024

Smartphones

Tired of spam calls? Here's how to block them

Spam calls can be such a headache for those of us glued to our smartphones.

29 Sep 2024

Apple

These emojis look noticeably better on Android than iOS

The emoji universe is pretty diverse and subjective, with each platform having its own twist.

28 Sep 2024

WhatsApp

WhatsApp users can now create events in community announcement groups

WhatsApp has rolled out a new update via the Google Play Beta Program, bumping the version to 2.24.20.34.

25 Sep 2024

Truecaller

Truecaller will now automatically block spam calls on your iPhone

Truecaller has introduced its Auto-Block Spam feature for iPhone users, as part of the latest iOS 18 update.

24 Sep 2024

iOS

Why MKBHD's wallpaper app 'Panels' is facing backlash from users

Marques Brownlee, popularly known as MKBHD, recently introduced his new wallpaper app called Panels.

24 Sep 2024

Google

This malware has infected 11M Android devices via Play Store

A new variant of the Necro malware for Android, has infected over 11 million devices.

24 Sep 2024

Google

You can use emojis like shovel, fingerprint from next year

The Unicode Consortium, a non-profit organization responsible for global emoji standards and releases, has approved eight new emojis.

23 Sep 2024

YouTube Music

YouTube Music web now recognizes what you're playing on mobile

YouTube Music has introduced a new feature on its web application, allowing users to synchronize their music queue from their mobile devices.

23 Sep 2024

WhatsApp

WhatsApp feature lets you clear unread message count: Here's how

WhatsApp has launched a new update through the Google Play Beta Program, elevating the version to 2.24.20.17.

22 Sep 2024

Smartphones

Why is your Android phone charging slowly? Here's the answer

Slow charging can be a frustrating issue for Android smartphone users, especially when time is of the essence.

22 Sep 2024

Google

How Google Calendar can help you never miss someone's birthday

Google's popular scheduling and time-management tool, Google Calendar, offers users the ability to remember their loved ones' birthdays.

21 Sep 2024

Google TV

Google TV app on Android getting a redesign: What's new

Google TV is revamping the top section of its Android application, moving away from a full-width search bar.

21 Sep 2024

WhatsApp

WhatsApp will now automatically block messages from unknown numbers

WhatsApp has introduced a new security feature in its latest beta update for Android, version 2.24.20.16, available through the Google Play Beta Program.

20 Sep 2024

Netflix

Netflix expands gaming roster with popular titles: Check what's new

Netflix has announced the addition of two popular games, Civilization VI and Street Fighter IV: Champion Edition, to its expanding gaming lineup.

19 Sep 2024

WhatsApp

WhatsApp will soon let you customize chat themes

WhatsApp, the popular instant messaging app, is preparing to introduce a new feature that will allow users to customize their chat themes.

18 Sep 2024

EA Sports

EA's upcoming social app wants to bring sports fans together 

Electronic Arts (EA), a leading video game publisher, is set to expand its digital footprint with the introduction of a new mobile application.

15 Sep 2024

YouTube Music

Facing YouTube Music app crashes? Here's how to fix it

YouTube Music, a popular music streaming service, is not immune to occasional crashes on Android devices.

15 Sep 2024

Google

Google acknowledges bug causing its Search app to crash

Google has confirmed a widespread issue causing its Search app to crash on Android devices.

14 Sep 2024

Google

Google Contacts revamps contact creation process: Check what's new

Google's contact management service, Google Contacts, is introducing a significant redesign of its new contact creation process.

13 Sep 2024

iOS

Viral game 'Flappy Bird' is coming back after decade-long hiatus

Flappy Bird, the popular mobile game that took the world by storm a decade ago, is making a comeback.

13 Sep 2024

Google

Now you can swiftly block annoying notifications on Chrome

Google has introduced an innovative feature to its Chrome browser, designed to improve user experience by allowing easy cancelation of unwanted website notifications.

13 Sep 2024

Influencers

WhatsApp will let you choose celebrity voices with Meta AI

WhatsApp for Android is reportedly set to introduce a two-way voice chat feature for its in-app artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot, Meta AI.

11 Sep 2024

Google

Google Chrome rolls out new features for better tab management

Google has announced the introduction of new features to its Chrome browser, designed to enhance user experience across both desktop and mobile platforms.