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Phones with 16GB storage not eligible for Android 15 in new Google mandates

Newly launched and existing smartphones that feature less than 32GB storage will not be eligible for Android 15 update, according to news reports citing Google's new minimum storage policy mandates

Beats launches USB 2.0 charging cables for Apple, Android devices: Prices

Beats-branded cables are available for purchase at a starting price of Rs 1,900 from Apple's official website

Sony launches BRAVIA BZ30L series 98-inch 4K HDR display at Rs 15 lakh

Sony said the BRAVIA FW-98BZ30L is tailored for a variety of professional and commercial applications, including corporate presentations, retail, and digital signage

Android 16 beta builds rolling out to Xiaomi, OnePlus phones: How to update

This marks the first time an Android 16 beta has been made available for non-Pixel smartphones

Samsung to release Android 16-based OneUI 8 with Galaxy Z7 series: Report

Samsung typically unveils its foldable line-up in July, while new One UI versions have previously appeared with the Galaxy S series flagships early in the year

Samsung OneUI 7 set to release today: Check eligible models, features, more

Samsung will release the update in phases, starting with select models. The following devices will receive the update in the initial rollout

Prince of Persia The Lost Crown Mobile to release on Android, iOS: Details

Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown will officially be released for Android and iOS users on April 14. Pre-registration for the game is live on Google Play Store and Apple App Store

Android Auto 14.1 update will let users play select games on car displays

Reportedly, the games that have become playable on car displays with this update include Farm Heroes Saga, Candy Crush Soda Saga, Angry Birds 2, and Beach Buggy Racing

Google shifts Android updates development behind closed doors: Here's why

Reportedly, Google has said that this shift is aimed at simplifying development as by focusing on its internal branch, it hopes to streamline updates and reduce development friction

Phone 3a series gets new AI features with Nothing OS 3.1: Check what's new

New update brings AI-powered Camera Capture feature to the Essential Space on Nothing Phone 3a series, making it easier to capture photo reminders

Project Astra: Soon, Google will let Gemini Live see your screen and camera

The feature builds on Google's Project Astra, enabling users to share their screen with Gemini AI and engage in a conversation about the content in real time

Soon, WhatsApp will let you share 'motion photos' captured on Android phone

Motion photo sharing feature is already available for WhatsApp on iOS, and is expected to arrive soon for select Android devices

WhatsApp evaluates AI-powered features for text editing, paraphrasing, more

The AI-powered feature is available with WhatsApp v2.25.8.5 version on Google Play Store. It is unclear at the moment whether iOS users will get access to this feature

Now, Copilot on PC can send texts, manage alarms on linked Android phones

Few advanced features such as the option for remotely starting map navigation on the phone are supported only on select Samsung devices

Google rolls out Android 16 beta 2 for Pixels: What's new, eligible models

Android 16 beta 2 allows users to set their preferred measurement system for temperature, distance, and first day of the week

Apple TV app debuts on Android with TV+ subscription and MLS live streaming

Available over Google Play Store, Apple TV app for Android lets users set up subscription using Google Play billing system

Google I/O 2025 on May 20: From Android to Gemini, here is what to expect

Google is expected to release Android 16 around the same time as the conference, while it could offer more details about the new Android XR platform

CERT-In warns of several security flaws in Android: Is your device at risk?

CERT-In advises users to update their devices to the latest software version to mitigate risks and safeguard against potential threats

Google Play Protect's new tools enhances app security on Android: Details

Google has also expanded Play Protect's "enhanced fraud protection pilot" to more regions including India to protect against financial fraud

Google rolling-out Samsung Galaxy S25-like Gemini interface to more phones

The new Gemini overlay is already available on select Google Pixel devices and is expected to roll out to more Android devices soon