Android

Google's Android for PC may get redesigned status bar, Chrome Extensions

Reportedly, an internal Google build offers an early look at Android's desktop interface, highlighting UI changes aimed at large screens and keyboard-and-mouse use

Updated On: 28 Jan 2026 | 2:46 PM IST

Now, Google Photos lets you edit images by describing changes: How it works

The Gemini-powered "Help me edit" feature is rolling out to Android phones in India, letting users edit photos in Google Photos using natural language text and voice prompts

Updated On: 28 Jan 2026 | 1:10 PM IST

Google expands theft protection features on Android smartphones: What's new

Google is rolling out tighter authentication, expanded biometric checks, and improved remote lock options to make stolen Android devices harder to access and easier to secure

Updated On: 28 Jan 2026 | 10:12 AM IST

Android 17 to bring blurred UI elements, revamped screen recorder: Report

Ahead of its expected unveiling later this year, Android 17's alleged leaked images hint Google is testing blurred system UI elements, a redesigned screen recorder, and app lock features

Updated On: 27 Jan 2026 | 4:39 PM IST

Google tests companion app for XR glasses ahead of rollout: Details here

Google's Android XR glasses companion app has reportedly surfaced in Android Canary builds, offering an early look at camera controls, display settings, and on-device Gemini features

Updated On: 13 Jan 2026 | 4:13 PM IST

Not all Chromebooks will get Google's Android-based PC OS update: Report

Google has reportedly confirmed that ChromeOS won't be discontinued, though not all Chromebooks will upgrade to its upcoming Android for PC OS due to hardware limitations

Updated On: 07 Jan 2026 | 4:07 PM IST

Google's Android Auto may soon let users cast media directly to car display

Code spotted in the latest Android Auto update suggests Google Cast support could be in development, potentially enabling new ways to stream media to a car's infotainment screen

Updated On: 25 Dec 2025 | 12:04 PM IST

Google's Android Emergency Location Service goes live in India: What is it

Google has activated its Android Emergency Location Service in India, beginning with Uttar Pradesh, enabling automatic sharing of a caller's location with emergency services during 112 calls

Updated On: 23 Dec 2025 | 2:51 PM IST

Google rolls out News Audio Briefing with Listen tab on Android: Report

Reportedly, Google rolls out News Audio Briefing on Android with a new Listen tab, offering AI-generated daily news summaries in audio form from multiple publishers

Updated On: 18 Dec 2025 | 2:26 PM IST

Google releases Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1 for Pixels: What's new, eligibility

Google's first Android 16 QPR3 beta adds new animations, navigation layout options, flashlight controls and finally allows Pixel users to remove the At a Glance widget

Updated On: 18 Dec 2025 | 10:30 AM IST

Apple TV app for Android brings Google Cast support: Here's what changes

Apple has added Google Cast support to its Apple TV app on Android, making it easier to stream content directly to compatible TVs

Updated On: 16 Dec 2025 | 4:43 PM IST

Google Phone beta rolls out 'Expressive Calling' with DND bypass option

Google Phone app's latest beta introduces expressive calling feature, letting users mark calls as urgent with animated alerts, visual cues, and optional DND interruption

Updated On: 15 Dec 2025 | 1:38 PM IST

Google releases Emergency Live Video sharing feature for Android: Details

Google is rolling out Emergency Live Video for Android in select regions, allowing responders to request live footage during emergencies to speed up assessments and guide callers effectively

Updated On: 11 Dec 2025 | 4:43 PM IST

Apple, Google come together to make Android-iPhone switching easier: Report

Reportedly, Google and Apple are working together to make switching between Android and iPhone smoother during device setup process

Updated On: 09 Dec 2025 | 4:43 PM IST

Android Show XR Edition: Google announces Project Aura, AI glasses and more

Google's Android Show XR Edition unveiled key updates across Project Aura, new AI glasses and Galaxy XR. Here's a list of everything that was announced at the event

Updated On: 09 Dec 2025 | 12:16 PM IST

Tech Wrap Dec 8: Android XR, Starlink home plan, OnePlus 15R, POCO C85 5G

Google Android Show XR Edition. Starlink home plan pricing in India. OnePlus 15R key specifications revealed. POCO C85 5G launch on Dec 9. Google Chrome autofill update

Updated On: 08 Dec 2025 | 8:03 PM IST

Google Android Show XR Edition on December 8: How to watch, what to expect

Google will host 'The Android Show XR Edition' on December 8, where it will likely unveil its XR glasses and headset. The event will be livestreamed on YouTube. Here's how you can watch it

Updated On: 08 Dec 2025 | 10:46 AM IST

This Samsung-first Google's Circle to Search feature expands to more phones

With Android 16 QPR2 update, Google brings Circle to Search's continuous scroll-and-translate feature to more phones, ending Samsung's exclusivity. Here's how you can use it

Updated On: 04 Dec 2025 | 12:22 PM IST

Google brings Pixel's notification summaries to Android phones: What's new

Android 16's latest rollout brings AI chat summaries beyond Pixel phones, a notification organiser, and deeper personalisation options to more phones

Updated On: 03 Dec 2025 | 12:24 PM IST

Android 16 update: Expressive captions, urgent tags for calls, scam checks

Google rolls out an update for Android 16 that brings expressive livestream captions, urgent-call flagging, on-spot scam checks with Circle to Search, the ability to pin tabs in Chrome, and more

Updated On: 03 Dec 2025 | 10:49 AM IST