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Qi2 25W with wireless charging speeds comparable to Apple MagSafe announced

Qi2 25W brings faster wireless charging with broader device support, promising MagSafe-level speeds and full compatibility across certified iPhones and Android smartphones

Android, Play Store generated ₹4 trn revenue, 3.5 mn jobs in India in 2024

In 2024, Indian apps saw 7,200 million downloads, including 1,200 million overseas, while Android and Google Play powered massive growth in jobs, revenue, and app security

How to move WhatsApp chats, photos from iOS to Android: Step-by-step guide

Moving from iPhone to Android? Here's how to transfer your WhatsApp chats, media, and group messages without losing anything; with and without a cable

Vivo may ditch FunTouch OS for OriginOS in India, starting with V60 series

Vivo may debut its Android 16-based OriginOS UI with Vivo V60 smartphone, replacing FunTouch OS and bringing advanced AI features and design upgrades to India

Google releases Android 16 QPR1 beta3 for Pixels: New features, eligibility

The final beta for Android 16's first quarterly platform release (QPR1) introduces improved accessibility and taskbar tweaks, but skips several expected features

Soon, Google will merge ChromeOS and Android platforms: What it means

Google confirms plans to merge Android and ChromeOS into a unified platform, aiming to boost performance, streamline development, and improve cross-device sync

Samsung's Android 16-based One UI 8 debuts with Galaxy Z series: What's new

Samsung launches Android 16-based One UI 8 with Galaxy Z Fold 7, Flip 7 and Watch 8 series, bringing enhanced on-device privacy, Galaxy AI, and foldable-optimised features

Samsung to release Android 16-based One UI 8 with upcoming Galaxy devices

Samsung's Android 16-based One UI 8 will debut with upcoming Galaxy devices, bringing more advanced privacy and security features

Nothing Phone 3 may get Android 16-based Nothing OS 4 update soon: Details

Nothing Phone 3 boots Nothing OS 3.5 out of the box; however, the next major software update is set to arrive in the next few months, CEO Carl Pei confirmed

Germany orders Apple, Google to remove Deepseek app over data concerns

The German move follows a similar step by Italy's privacy regulator in January. In the US, authorities have concluded that DeepSeek gave support to the Chinese military and intelligence efforts

Google Phone app gets Material 3 Expressive redesign, new call gestures

Google is rolling out a Material 3 Expressive redesign to its Phone app, introducing new call gestures and UI updates, with similar design changes coming to Gmail, Photos, and Messages

Moto Tag gets UWB support, first on Google's Find Hub: What this means

Moto Tag becomes the first tracker on Google's Find Hub network to support ultra-wideband, enabling more precise location tracking with turn-by-turn guidance

Tech Wrap June 11: Android 16 for Pixels, Vivo T4 Ultra, Snap Specs in 2026

Android 16 for Pixels. Vivo launches T4 Ultra. Snap introduces Specs AR Glasses. ASUS launches gaming laptops. Lava launches Prowatch Xtreme. Nothing Phone 3 design, WWDC25

Google releases Android 16 for Pixels: What is new, how-to update, and more

Google says the Android 16 update for eligible Pixel devices lays the groundwork for Material 3 Expressive-the company's next-generation design language

CERT-In issues high-risk security warning for Google Chrome, Android users

CERT-In has flagged critical vulnerabilities affecting Google Chrome on desktop and Android 13-15, urging users to update immediately to avoid potential remote attacks and data breaches

Android 16 QPR Beta 1.1 brings security features introduced at Google I/O25

Android 16 QPR1 Beta 1.1 brings Google's Advanced Protection and bug fixes for Pixel phones, improving device security, app safety, and network protection

After iPhone, Adobe Photoshop app arrives on Android phones: Check details

Adobe has launched the beta version of its Photoshop app for Android, bringing layers, masking, and AI-powered generative tools to mobile creators

Google apps get Material 3 Expressive redesign ahead of Android 16 rollout

Gmail, Google Photos, and Messages apps are getting Material 3 Expressive UI updates, including floating toolbars, revamped icons, and new animations

Android 16: Google Pixel phones may soon get theme packs for customising UI

Each theme pack for Pixel will likely include a combination of icon styles, animation effects, wallpapers, and other visual tweaks

Tech Wrap May 28: Motorola Razr 60, OneUI 8 beta, Logitech Powerplay 2

Motorola launches Razr 60. Samsung releases OneUI 8 beta. Logitech powerplay 2. Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge delivery. Opera unveils Neon. Sony 'Days of Play' sale. OnePlus Ace 5 series