Android

Google to host 'The Android Show' on May 12 ahead of I/O 2026: Details

Google's Android Show on May 12 is expected to showcase Android 17 updates, deeper Gemini integration and early previews of XR, AI-driven features and more

Updated On: 24 Apr 2026 | 12:23 PM IST

Govt drops proposal to mandate national ID app Aadhaar on smartphones

The IT ministry held a "consultation with stakeholders from the electronics industry" before reaching its decision to drop the Aadhaar preloading proposal, UIDAI said in its statement

Updated On: 17 Apr 2026 | 8:08 PM IST

Google previews I/O 2026 sessions with focus on Android 17, AI and more

Early session list for Google I/O 2026 outlines updates across Android 17, AI tools, Chrome and Firebase, with keynotes set for May 19

Updated On: 15 Apr 2026 | 12:56 PM IST

Google rolls out support for Meet on Android Auto: Here's what you can do

Google rolls out Meet integration for Android Auto, offering in-car calling and meeting support with minimal controls, while restricting interactive features to ensure safety

Updated On: 14 Apr 2026 | 11:35 AM IST

Android XR update lets any app, image, video appear 3D on Samsung Galaxy XR

Google rolls out Android XR update with 3D app support, hand tracking upgrades and expanded immersive experiences for Galaxy XR users

Updated On: 09 Apr 2026 | 3:40 PM IST

Android 17 beta introduces system-level gaming controller remapping: Report

Android 17 beta brings system-level controller remapping, allowing users to customise gamepad controls across all games without relying on third-party apps

Updated On: 08 Apr 2026 | 5:07 PM IST

Samsung launches Hearapy app on Android to reduce motion sickness: Details

Samsung launches Hearapy app on Android to tackle motion sickness using sound, playing a 100Hz tone via headphones to help improve balance and reduce nausea during travel

Updated On: 02 Apr 2026 | 12:43 PM IST

Google Photos removes editing shortcuts to reduce accidental triggers

Google is removing gesture-based editing shortcuts in Google Photos to reduce accidental triggers, shifting tools like Erase and Reimagine to the menu for a smoother editing experience

Updated On: 01 Apr 2026 | 1:41 PM IST

Tom Clancy's The Division Resurgence launched for Android, iOS: Details

Tom Clancy's The Division Resurgence has been launched globally for Android and iOS users, bringing its popular shooter franchise to mobile with a new storyline, co-op gameplay, and more

Updated On: 01 Apr 2026 | 1:04 PM IST

Google kicks off Android developer verification process, shares timeline

Google is starting to roll out its Android developer verification process with a phased rollout plan, alongside new rules and protections for installing apps outside official channels

Updated On: 31 Mar 2026 | 3:53 PM IST

Android 17 beta 3 update released: Screen rec toolbar, app labels, more

Android 17 beta 3 rolls out to Pixel devices with a redesigned screen recording toolbar, expanded bubbles support, and new home screen customisation options

Updated On: 30 Mar 2026 | 4:08 PM IST

Google to open up Android for cars, making smarter vehicles easier to build

Google's latest Android Automotive update targets software-defined cars, aiming to reduce complexity for automakers while improving in-car features and over-the-air updates

Updated On: 25 Mar 2026 | 4:49 PM IST

Google eases sideloading of Android apps with focus on safety: How it works

Google has detailed a new Android sideloading system that allows installation of unverified apps with added safeguards, including a waiting period to reduce scam risks

Updated On: 20 Mar 2026 | 10:45 AM IST

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra review: Privacy display leads monumental upgrades

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra introduces a privacy display and expands its AI ecosystem, but not every upgrade feels equally meaningful in daily use

Updated On: 16 Mar 2026 | 10:51 AM IST

Google reportedly plans Aluminium OS launch in 2026: MacBook Neo effect?

Google is reportedly preparing Aluminium OS, a unified ChromeOS-Android platform, expected in 2026, as Apple expands macOS to cheaper laptops with the newly introduced MacBook Neo

Updated On: 09 Mar 2026 | 2:01 PM IST

Tired of wired Android Auto and Apple CarPlay? This small device fixes it

I tested the UltraProLink DriveLink dongle to see if it could fix my in-car infotainment experience. It solves cable problem, but does not entirely replicate reliability of native wireless systems

Updated On: 05 Mar 2026 | 11:11 AM IST

Google rolls out desktop mode for eligible Pixel smartphones: How it works

As part of its March Pixel Drop, Google is enabling a desktop-style multi-window experience on Pixel 8 and newer devices via USB-C external display support

Updated On: 04 Mar 2026 | 3:35 PM IST

Google rolls out March Pixel Drop: Agentic Gemini, Circle to Search update

Google's latest Pixel Drop introduces new Gemini features, updates to Circle to Search and desktop-style multitasking support, with the rollout beginning for supported Pixel smartphones this month

Updated On: 04 Mar 2026 | 11:53 AM IST

Google launches dedicated Now Playing app for Pixel Phones: What's new

Google separates Now Playing from system settings, launching it as a standalone Play Store app with manual song search, listening history and easier access for Pixel users

Updated On: 03 Mar 2026 | 4:44 PM IST

Google rolls out Android 17 beta 2 update: What's new and eligible devices

Google has released Android 17 beta 2 for eligible Pixel devices, introducing UI tweaks, a limited-access contacts picker, EyeDropper API and multiple stability fixes

Updated On: 27 Feb 2026 | 11:20 AM IST