Android: News
Android is a software package and an operating system which is used in electronic devices such as smartphones, computer, tablets, and many more. It was launched in 2003. The Android operating system is the most popular OS in the world.
How to keep your personal data safe on Android
Android devices have become an integral part of our daily lives, storing a plethora of personal data.
Microsoft's AI gaming assistant Xbox Copilot now available on PC
Microsoft has officially launched its new AI gaming assistant, Xbox Copilot, for all Windows 11 PCs across the globe (except mainland China).
US court rejects Google's appeal to delay Play Store overhaul
A US appeals court has rejected Google's plea to delay an order mandating major changes to its Play Store.
WhatsApp for Android gets a message thread similar to X
WhatsApp has released a new beta update for Android, version 2.25.25.7, through the Google Play Beta Program.
Krafton rolls out BGMI 4.0 update: Check what's new
Krafton, the publisher of Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI), has released the highly-anticipated BGMI 4.0 update on Android devices.
Play Store voice search now smarter and easier to use
Google has started rolling out a revamped user interface (UI) for the voice search feature on its Play Store.
Apple's new iPhones thwart spyware attacks automatically
Apple has unveiled a major security upgrade with its new iPhone 17 lineup.
Signal now lets you back up your chats for free
Signal, the privacy-centric messaging app, has announced a new feature that allows users to back up their text conversations for free.
Amazon Music now creates personalized playlists for you every Monday
Amazon Music has launched a new feature, "Weekly Vibe," to enhance user experience.
WhatsApp introduces AI-generated backgrounds for video calls: How to use
WhatsApp has announced the launch of a new feature that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to create unique backgrounds for camera and video calls.
Google expands AI-writing tools in Gboard to all Android users
Google has expanded its AI-powered writing tools in Gboard to all Android users.
Google's Pixel Weather app coming to Pixel Watch 4
Google is bringing its "Pixel Weather" app to the upcoming Pixel Watch 4, expanding its reach beyond Android phones and tablets.
After 15 years, Instagram launches iPad app: Check features
Instagram has launched a dedicated app for Apple's iPad, 15 years after the tablet's debut.
Google wins antitrust case: Can keep Chrome and Android
A US federal judge has ruled that Google will not be required to sell its Chrome web browser, but will have to share data with competitors.
Google Play Games will now show others what you play
Google is gearing up to revamp user profiles on its Play Games service for Android devices.
WhatsApp will soon let you search usernames for starting chats
WhatsApp is working on a new feature that would allow users to discover as well as connect with others by searching their usernames.
Google Phone app now lets you create custom calling cards
Google is widely rolling out a new feature called "calling cards" for its Phone app on Android devices.
WhatsApp now lets you encrypt your backups with a passkey
WhatsApp has released a new update for its Android app, version 2.25.24.15, through the Google Play Beta Program.
Google Translate now supports live conversations in over 70 languages
Google has upgraded its Translate app with two new AI-powered features, aimed at enhancing language learning and live conversations.
Google will now require developer verification for all Android apps
In a major move to enhance security, Google has announced that starting from 2026, only apps from verified developers will be allowed on certified Android devices.
You can soon resume Android apps directly on Windows 11
Microsoft is testing a new feature for Windows 11 that will allow users to continue using Android apps directly from their PCs.
For Android users: How to customize lock screen widgets
Customizing lock screen widgets on Android improves user experience by providing quick access to important information and apps.
New Android update will force dark mode on all apps
Google has begun rolling out the latest batch of features for Android 16 to beta testers.
Google Photos can now edit your pictures if you ask
Google has introduced a new "edit by asking" feature in its Google Photos app, allowing users to edit their pictures by simply asking.
Google eases Play Store rules under EU antitrust pressure
Google has announced plans to make it easier for app developers to direct customers toward platforms other than its own.
Meta's first smart glasses with built-in display could cost $800
Meta is reportedly gearing up to launch its next-generation smart glasses, codenamed "Hypernova," later this year.
Google admits liability in Australian antitrust case, fined $36M
Google has been sued by Australia's competition watchdog, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC), over alleged anti-competitive practices in its search engine agreements.
Google Drive gets Material 3 Expressive: What are the changes?
Google Drive for Android is getting a Material 3 Expressive redesign, following the updated homescreen widget.
New Google Messages safety feature auto-blurs nude photos
Google has started rolling out a new safety feature in its Messages app for Android.
WhatsApp's AI feature will correct your grammar, typos, and tone
WhatsApp is working on a new feature, called Writing Help, to improve the quality of its users' messages.
Pixel 10 leak confirms Qi2 wireless charging and 'Pixelsnap' cases
Google's upcoming Pixel 10 smartphone is likely to support the Qi2 wireless charging standard, a recent leak has revealed.
India ships 70M smartphones in H1 2025
India's smartphone market has witnessed a modest recovery in the first half of 2025, with a total of 70 million units shipped.
Android: Battery notifications for headphones are now easier to read
Google is giving a major design overhaul to the way battery life of headphones and earbuds is displayed on Android devices.
WhatsApp now lets you share motion photos in chats, groups
WhatsApp has released a new beta update for Android, version 2.25.22.29, via the Google Play Beta Program.
Google releases August Pixel update with critical bug fixes
Google has started rolling out the August 2025 update for its Pixel smartphones.
WhatsApp will soon let you text people without an account
WhatsApp is working on a new feature called 'guest chats,' which will let users communicate with people who do not have an account.
Google Home app gets Material 3 redesign for media controller
Google is giving its Home app a major makeover with a Material 3 redesign for the media controller.
WhatsApp will let you have voice chats with Meta AI
WhatsApp has released a new beta update for iOS users, taking the version number to 25.21.10.76.
Truecaller is removing call recording for iPhone users: Here's why
Truecaller, the popular caller identification and spam-blocking app, has announced that it will be discontinuing its call-recording feature for iOS users. The change will come into effect from September 30, 2025.
Google appeals order to overhaul Play Store after Epic ruling
Google has appealed against an order mandating major changes to its Play Store.
Google admits failing to warn millions before 2023 Turkey earthquake
Google has admitted that its earthquake early warning system failed to give an accurate alert during the devastating 2023 Turkey quake.
You can't unlock bootloaders on Samsung Galaxy devices anymore
Samsung is removing the option to unlock bootloaders from its Galaxy devices with the One UI 8 update.
From humble beginnings to billionaire club: Sundar Pichai's stunning rise
Sundar Pichai, the CEO of Alphabet Inc., has become a billionaire with a net worth of $1.1 billion, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index.
WhatsApp's new feature will remind you to reply to messages
WhatsApp is working on a new feature called "Remind Me" to help users keep track of important conversations.
Google moves SC against NCLAT's order on Play Store
Google has filed an appeal in India's Supreme Court challenging a March 2025 order from the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT), which partially upheld a Competition Commission of India (CCI) ruling.
Google Photos can now turn your images into video
Google Photos is introducing a new feature, photo-to-video, to enhance the user experience with generative AI.
Google Play, Android generated ₹4T revenue in India in 2024
Google Play and Android have generated an estimated ₹4 lakh crore in revenue for app publishers and the wider Indian economy in 2024, a Public First report has revealed.
How to clear app cache on Android
We all know how clearing app cache on Android device can boost performance and free up storage.
Your Android phone can detect earthquakes, warn in real-time—here's how
Google's Android Earthquake Alert (AEA) system, which leverages the sensors of billions of smartphones around the world, can warn people before an earthquake strikes.
Google sues operators behind botnet that targeted 10M Android devices
Google has filed a lawsuit against the alleged operators of BadBox 2.0, a massive botnet based in China.
Google's flagship Pixel 10 series to debut on August 20
Google has officially announced the date for its upcoming Pixel launch event. The tech giant will host the event in New York City on August 20 at 1pm ET.
Your Android device just got a major AI upgrade
Google is bringing major artificial intelligence (AI) upgrades to the entire Android ecosystem, starting with Samsung devices.
How to spot the ISS flying over India this week
The International Space Station (ISS), a symbol of global cooperation and scientific advancement, has been orbiting our planet for over two decades.
Attention! Android 16 update is causing issues on Pixel phones
After updating to Android 16, several Google Pixel users have complained about their devices taking longer to wake up or get past the lock screen.
Google Photos on iPhone just got better: Check new features
Google Photos is getting a major revamp, starting with iOS users. Android users expected to get the revamped experience in the coming weeks.
Huawei's own programming language is going open source—Here's why
Huawei Technologies has announced its decision to open-source Cangjie, a self-developed programming language.
Android now lets you edit sent messages to iPhones
Google is rolling out a new feature that lets Android users edit RCS messages sent to iPhones.
Google hit with $315M penalty over Android data scandal
Google has been slapped with a whopping $314.6 million penalty for allegedly harvesting data from Android phone users in California.
Indian Railways launches 'RailOne' super app: How it helps passengers
Indian Railways has launched a new super app, called RailOne, to enhance passenger services.
Apple's revamped Siri could be powered by ChatGPT
Apple is contemplating a major shift in its artificial intelligence (AI) strategy by considering the integration of technology from Anthropic and OpenAI into Siri.
You can now use Gemini's 'Scheduled Actions': What is it?
Google has added a new feature called Scheduled Actions to its Gemini service.
You can now scan documents on your phone via WhatsApp
WhatsApp has introduced a document scanning feature in its latest beta update for Android, version 2.25.19.21.
Google relaunches 'Ask Photos' AI feature with faster search
Google has announced a major improvement to its AI-powered 'Ask Photos' feature in the Google Photos app.
Gemini AI will soon perform Assistant tasks—without saving your data
Google is gearing up to replace its popular voice assistant on Android devices with its new artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot called Gemini.
Gemini Live now lets you create events, take notes
Google has started rolling out a new feature for its Gemini Live AI, allowing it to integrate with Google Keep.
Gemini working even with 'Activity' off: How it affects you?
Google has announced that its Gemini app will soon provide basic smart assistant capabilities on Android devices, even when the "Activity" feature is disabled.
Fairphone 6 debuts with repairable design and modular accessories
Fairphone today unveiled the Fairphone 6, a more compact, lighter, and highly repairable smartphone that builds on the Dutch brand's sustainability-first ethos.