Apps & Software News

Android's big June Drop keeps kids safe this summer, adds 'Fake Call' protections for phones

By Nickolas Diaz Published 2 June 26

Hot Summer A big June Android Drop is on the way to phones this week, and Google detailed safety features for kids, call protections for phones, and more.

Google's June Android Drop turns your phone into a smarter shopping and reading companion

By Jay Bonggolto Published 2 June 26

Android drop Google’s latest Android Drop packs smarter outfit search, an AI-powered digital wardrobe, enhanced reading tools, and new emoji mashups.

Complaints worked: Google is already addressing Gemini's new usage limits

By Sanuj Bhatia Published 29 May 26

Feedback heard Google is updating Gemini's new usage limits after user feedback and complaints.

Meta unveils app subscriptions: 'Plus' plans precede 'Meta One' tests for AI and creators

By Nickolas Diaz Published 28 May 26

Subscriptions aplenty Meta announced a series of "Plus" plans for its main apps and teased a "Meta One" test for creators, businesses, and AI.

Samsung Wallet’s new digital passport sounds convenient, but the internet isn’t sold

By Jay Bonggolto Published 28 May 26

Real-world friction Samsung’s new TSA-approved digital ID sounds convenient for Galaxy users, but privacy fears, buggy airport support, and CLEAR skepticism are already raising red flags online.

This secure email service just gave me a real reason to ditch Gmail

By Sanuj Bhatia Published 28 May 26

Gmail inside Proton Proton Mail can now pull in Gmail emails and let users send messages from their Gmail address directly inside the app.

Google is giving a big credibility upgrade to AI overviews in Search

By Sanuj Bhatia Published 27 May 26

AI with trusted sources Google Search is adding Preferred Sources to AI Overviews and AI Mode.

Warnings about removed or unsupported Play Store apps could head to Android

By Nickolas Diaz Published 27 May 26

Keeping you aware It was reported that Google is working on new warnings for apps that have been removed from the Play Store.

Two years later, Google appeals antitrust ruling for search: cites 'hard work' for top spot

By Nickolas Diaz Published 26 May 26

Appealed Google reportedly submitted an appeal for a 2024 ruling that found it guilty of an "illegal search monopoly."

Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt booed after AI remarks at the University of Arizona

By Sanuj Bhatia Published 22 May 26

AI backlash grows The former Google CEO's AI comments during a graduation speech quickly turned into an awkward moment on stage.