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Here's why you might have to wait for Android 17 to use Motion Cues
By Brady Snyder published
Motion Assist Android's long-awaited answer to Apple's Vehicle Motion Cues is in the works, but it might require a new API that could be added in Android 17.

Google just made uninstalling system app updates more complicated
By Sanuj Bhatia published
A downgrade to downgrading The change forces people to take extra steps to roll back updates that were once easy to remove.

Android's Emergency Live Video shares crucial visual info with first responders
By Brady Snyder published
Emergency SOS Android is launching an Emergency Live Video feature that lets users securely stream their camera feed to first responders with a single tap.

New details about Android's NameDrop alternative surface with bright animations
By Nickolas Diaz published
Alternative Google is rumored to have an alternative to Apple's NameDrop in the works, and the latest leaks showcased its animations.

Google Photos introduces customizable video editing tools for year-end highlight reels
By Nandika Ravi published
Google Photos is embracing the holiday spirit by launching innovative video editing tools that simplify creating personalized highlight reels from your memories.

Everything you need to know about Google’s Galaxy XR updates and Project Aura launch
By Nandika Ravi published
The future is now From screen-free AI glasses to an immersive workspace, coming next year.

How Android's new 'Transiting Mode' could change settings for public transit users automatically
By Brady Snyder published
New modes The newest Android Canary release suggests Google will add a "Transiting" mode to a future version of Android.

Pixel 10 users say the December update is messing with the always-on display
By Sanuj Bhatia published
Pixel 10 glitch emerges Pixel 10's latest update is making the always-on display… not so always-on.

Android now warns before you open banking apps during risky calls
By Sanuj Bhatia published
In-call safety arrives Google expands in-call scam protection to the US, warning users that opening financial apps during a call could expose sensitive data.

Unwrap the December drop: Google brings fresh updates for Android users
By Nandika Ravi published
Festive Emoji stickers, urgent calls, and more!

Android's new QR scanner UI is rolling out again after being pulled
By Sanuj Bhatia published
QR redesign returns Google is rolling out its redesigned QR scanner UI again after briefly pulling the update.

Quick Share integration disrupts Pixel 10 Wi-Fi: Users seek temporary solutions
By Nandika Ravi published
Bugg-y The Pixel 10's new Quick Share update, which effectively makes Android compatible with Apple's AirDrop, is being impacted by a software bug.

Pixel 10's Quick Share update creates Wi-Fi connection nightmare
By Nandika Ravi published
Bugg-y The Pixel 10's new Quick Share update, which effectively makes Android compatible with Apple's AirDrop, is currently plagued by a significant software bug affecting Wi-Fi connectivity.

Quick Share teams up with AirDrop: How Google solved the file-sharing divide
By Nickolas Diaz published
Drawing Closer Google announced a major update that lets Android send files to iPhones between Quick Share and AirDrop.

Android might copy Apple's NameDrop to make contact sharing easier
By Brady Snyder published
Coming soon? Google could be working on an NFC-based contact sharing solution for Android, rivaling Apple's NameDrop — here's how it might work.

Amazon says it's not abandoning its Android-based Fire TV OS just yet
By Sanuj Bhatia published
Not going anywhere Amazon says Fire TV isn't moving away from Android, despite the arrival of its new VegaOS platform.

Google app adds an Images tab on iOS and Android — here's what it can do
By Brady Snyder published
Image browsing Images are becoming a big part of Search, with Google officially rolling out an Images tab in the app after prior testing.

Your Android phone could be artificially 'inflating' the network strength
By Nickolas Diaz published
Fake Out? Android was reported to fake or artificially "inflate" the cell service signal users see on their devices.

Google and Epic's settlement proposal could finally end the multi-year Play Store dispute
By Brady Snyder published
Epic v. Google Google and Epic spent years in legal battles over Play Store rules and transaction fees, but the sides have just agreed on a proposal to resolve them for good.
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