Google faces $9 billion UK lawsuit after US monopoly ruling
Anti-competitive claims mount over Google's search and ad dominance
New Android feature seamlessly transfers account credentials to new devices
Forward-looking: When users replace or upgrade an iPhone or iPad, login credentials usually transfer automatically, allowing customers to resume using their favorite apps and services immediately. In contrast, Android devices force users to log back into their apps manually, which can become tedious and time-consuming. A new feature for Android developers aims to remedy this annoyance.
Control your phone from your Windows PC with Phone Link
While nowhere near as powerful as macOS' new iPhone screen mirroring feature, Microsoft Phone Link enables you view photos, answer calls, and reply messages straight from your Windows desktop. It works with both Android and iPhone devices.
Android 16 preview now available, signals major changes in release cycle and APIs
Android 16 includes new APIs for health connect and photo picker
High-end Google Pixel laptop under development, may ditch Chrome OS for Android
Could a premium Android laptop rival Apple's MacBook Pro?
The DOJ could force Google to sell Chrome and detach Android
Google plans an appeal, with hearing scheduled for April and a final decision set for August
Malicious Android app masquerades as Swiss weather service, delivered via snail mail
A factory reset is recommended for infected devices
Gmail may soon receive "email alias" feature to combat unsolicited mail
For now, the option is still hidden within Google's latest Android code
Google Pixel phones get scam detection powered by on-device AI
A great security feature... if you're cool with Google eavesdropping on your calls
Android gaming on Windows 11 returns thanks to Tencent
Recap: When Microsoft initially unveiled Windows 11, the ability to run Android apps was one of its more interesting features. Unfortunately, the idea failed to launch beyond a public preview with a limited software selection. However, Tencent has revived the functionality for beta testers in China.
Steam Link app update adds AV1 codec, HDR support, and more for enhanced streaming
Broader Android compatibility and better streaming options
Android malware intercepts calls to banks, redirecting victims to fraudulent numbers
"FakeCall" variants have many new sophisticated features
OnePlus 13 debuts with Snapdragon 8 Elite, 24GB of RAM, and a massive battery
It also comes with a slight price hike
Google Pixel 9a leak details full specifications, price, and launch window
The Pixel 9a is coming next year with a pocket-friendly price tag
New integration lets Windows manage Android files wirelessly
Wireless Android file access for Windows 10 and 11 is rolling out in stages
Snapdragon 8 Elite arrives with Linux support, potentially unlocking PC gaming on phones and tablets
Running full-fledged PC apps on phones and tablets could become a lot easier
8BitDo debuts premium Android gaming controller with Hall effect joysticks
Retro-inspired gamepad experts branch into mobile gaming
Microsoft changes how files are handled on mobile Office apps
Enterprise users with Office 365 can expect no difference
Android will soon let you run Linux apps with refreshed Terminal app
A streamlined process to download, set up, and use Debian on Android is on the way
Want more money for your old handset? Buy an iPhone instead of Android, survey suggests
Definitely don't go for a Galaxy S23 FE
Google ordered to overhaul Android app store in landmark antitrust ruling
The tech giant plans to appeal
Why it matters: The ruling has the potential to reshape the mobile app market, offering new opportunities for developers and possibly lowering prices for consumers. It could also set a precedent for how app stores operate in the future, potentially influencing similar cases against other tech giants, such as the ongoing dispute between Epic Games and Apple over the iPhone maker's App Store policies.
Kaspersky products have been removed from the Google Play Store
Kaspersky isn't giving up on mobile, though
Android's latest security feature will lock out devices when detecting "motion associated with theft"
The phone will quickly lock upon detection, keeping your data safe
Google Pixel 9a might launch early to compete with the iPhone SE 4
Pixel 9a is expected to be slightly larger, powered by the Tensor G4 SoC, and run Android 15
Vivo becomes the first to roll out stable Android 15, beating Google and Samsung
Late Android updates are becoming a thing of the past