Android: News

01 Apr 2020

Facebook

WhatsApp working to enable multi-device support, expiring messages

Despite the hiccups stemming from the outbreak of coronavirus, Facebook-owned WhatsApp is doing everything possible to serve its users around the globe.

30 Mar 2020

iOS

#TechBytes: How to view life-sized 'AR animals' using your phone

Since last year, Google Search has been offering the ability to view animals - from tigers to pandas - as life-sized creatures in augmented reality (AR).

23 Mar 2020

WhatsApp

Now, WhatsApp is testing feature to verify fake news, rumors

As fake news continues to rise due to the outbreak of COVID-19, WhatsApp is doing everything possible to prevent people from being misled by baseless rumors/misinformation.

22 Mar 2020

Google

Google's Fast Share file transfer feature spotted in Android 11

Google recently released the second developer preview of Android 11, its next version of the mobile operating system.

21 Mar 2020

Huawei

Huawei silently built app to sideload leading Android apps

Ever since US banned trade with Huawei, the Chinese company has been struggling to draw takers for its new smartphones.

19 Mar 2020

Slack

Tricks to remain 'active' on Slack while working from home

After the COVID-19 outbreak, companies around the world began allowing employees to work from home. While many firms have opened offices, some continue to work remotely.

19 Mar 2020

Google

Google releases second Android 11 developer preview, adds new features

Despite the global impact of coronavirus, big tech companies are doing as best as possible to keep their product plans moving.

18 Mar 2020

iOS

Now, Google can translate and transcribe lectures in real-time

In a bid to make long-form foreign speech easier to understand, Google is rolling out a new transcription feature in its Translate app for Android.

17 Mar 2020

Coronavirus

This coronavirus app can lock you out of your phone

In the wake of increasing coronavirus infections around the world, more and more people are resorting to tracking the disease online.

15 Mar 2020

Huawei

Huawei's P40 Pro 5G listed on Geekbench, key details revealed

Chinese tech giant Huawei is all set to launch its flagship P40 series of smartphones on March 26.

11 Mar 2020

Technology

Now, there's a dating app for men with 'dinky' penises

Ever since Tinder debuted, the online dating space has evolved to help more and more people find appropriate matches.

10 Mar 2020

Xiaomi Mi Band

This Xiaomi Mi Band 4 clone costs just $4

If you're looking for an inexpensive fitness band, the M4 fitness band could be right up your alley.

10 Mar 2020

Asus

ASUS starts releasing Android 10 update for ROG Phone 2

After months of testing and debugging, ASUS has finally started rolling out the Android 10 update for its flagship gaming handset, the ROG Phone 2.

10 Mar 2020

Samsung

Galaxy S20 Ultra vs Pixel 4 XL: Which is better

Samsung's spec-loaded flagship, the Galaxy S20 Ultra, has been grabbing headlines for its massive 108MP camera setup, 120Hz AMOLED screen, and top-of-the-line hardware.

04 Mar 2020

Facebook

Finally, WhatsApp dark mode rolls out on iOS and Android

After months of beta testing and development, WhatsApp has finally enabled dark mode on Android and iOS.

Vivo's Apex 2020 concept is a phone from the future

Vivo has finally shown off its Apex 2020 concept phone that builds upon the hole-less, port-less design of its predecessor, the Apex 2019. However, for a yearly upgrade, it does come with some groundbreaking features.

29 Feb 2020

Microsoft

Microsoft's Surface Duo will let you 'peek' at notifications

Microsoft's Surface Duo, the Android-based phone we saw last year, lacks an external screen for showing notifications. However, the company is making up for this by allowing you to 'peek' at call alerts and notifications.

27 Feb 2020

Gmail

#WeirdBug: Gmail not letting users clear out spam, trash

Gmail, one of the most famous email apps on the internet, has been plagued by a small, albeit highly annoying, issue.

23 Feb 2020

Samsung

#NewsBytesWeeklyRecap: Android 11, WhatsApp group leak, Google spying, and more

This week, we have witnessed a number of developments in the tech world, especially from Google.

22 Feb 2020

X

You can mute specific, annoying words on Twitter: Here's how

For years, people have been using Twitter's dedicated mute button to silence individual user accounts or their conversations.

22 Feb 2020

iOS

WhatsApp's latest iOS beta update brings dark mode, advanced search

Earlier this month, WhatsApp had released a beta update to bring dark mode to the iOS platform. However, not much was known about the new theme or how it looks on iPhones.

21 Feb 2020

Google Maps

New Google Maps: Handy things to try out right away

Recently, Google celebrated the 15th birthday of Maps by pushing a major update for the navigational service.

20 Feb 2020

Google

Android 11 developer preview: How to install on Pixel phones

Google has released the first developer preview of Android 11, its next big mobile operating system.

20 Feb 2020

Google

#TechBytes: New Android 11 features you need to know about

Google has dropped the first developer preview of Android 11, its next big mobile operating system.

19 Feb 2020

Google

Soon, Google could let you play games while downloading

Ever since smartphones debuted, users have been following the simple drill of downloading an app and then using it.

16 Feb 2020

WhatsApp

How to set up and use WhatsApp Pay in India

WhatsApp, has finally gotten necessary approvals from regulators in India for a phased roll-out.

15 Feb 2020

OnePlus

OnePlus 8 spotted on Geekbench: Snapdragon 865, Android 10 confirmed

OnePlus is expected to launch its new batch of smartphones including a standard OnePlus 8, a premium OnePlus 8 Pro, and a low-cost OnePlus 8 Lite in the coming months.

13 Feb 2020

Augmented Reality

Top 5 must-have home decorating apps

There's nothing easy about decorating or renovating your personal space.

12 Feb 2020

Google

In 2019, Google blocked nearly 2 billion malicious app installs

Even though malicious apps continue to be a major threat to Android, Google is making some major strides in dealing with them.

11 Feb 2020

Google

Google to bring a new 'share-to-print' feature with Android 11

The first beta of Android 11 - Google's next big OS for smartphones - is not here but we are already learning about interesting new features it will bring.

10 Feb 2020

iOS

Telegram's latest update brings new privacy and customization features

Popular instant messaging app Telegram has released a new update that brings dozens of new privacy features, customizations, and improvements.

10 Feb 2020

Security

Watch out! Hackers can attack your Android phone via Bluetooth

If you are using a phone with Android 8.0 Oreo or 9.0 Pie, we recommend installing the latest security update right away.

08 Feb 2020

iOS

WhatsApp's latest iOS beta update brings dark mode for iPhones

Just days after introducing dark mode for its Android beta app, WhatsApp has brought the much-awaited feature to the iOS platform.

07 Feb 2020

Google

#BugAlert: Google voice typing gone haywire on Android phones

Google voice typing, the handy option designed to dictate and type sentences, has gone haywire.

07 Feb 2020

iOS

Tips and tricks: Here's how to personalize your WhatsApp account

WhatsApp is constantly adding new features to enhance your messaging experience. Over the past several months, the company has introduced a picture-in-picture mode, support for GIFs and stickers, and few other customizations including a not-so-perfect dark mode.

07 Feb 2020

X

You can disable those annoying auto-playing Netflix previews: Here's how

Netflix, the biggest and perhaps the most entertaining OTT platform, is getting a much-desired change - the ability to control auto-playing of videos.

06 Feb 2020

Google

What is Pigweed? Google trademarks new operating system

Even though Google's Android operating system powers a big chunk of active smartphones, the internet giant is not having enough of the OS game.

03 Feb 2020

Google Maps

Using 99 phones, he 'hacked' Maps to show fake traffic

When it comes to exploring a city or looking up places, Google Maps serves as the one-stop shop to find routes/directions.

01 Feb 2020

Facebook

Pixel 2 camera breaking after updates: What to do?

The sales of Pixel phones have been riding high, thanks to the devices' impeccable cameras and handy software updates.

Fossil Hybrid HR smartwatch launched in India at Rs. 15,000

US-based watch and accessory maker Fossil has expanded its portfolio of smartwatches in India, with the launch of the Hybrid HR series.