Android

Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOGL)(NASDAQ:GOOG) subsidiary Google has officially begun rolling out Android 15, the latest version of its mobile operating system, to Pixel devices today. What Happened: The update introduces a range of new security, privacy, and productivity features, with a strong...

Following the antitrust verdict, Alphabet Inc.’s (NASDAQ:GOOG) (NASDAQ:GOOGL) Google has made moves to halt changes proposed by Epic Games. What Happened: In a blog post on Monday, Google said that it is appealing the court’s decision which requires it to open its Play Store to third-...

Alphabet Inc.'s (NASDAQ:GOOG) (NASDAQ:GOOGL) Google is rolling out new AI-powered security features for Android devices aimed at preventing phone theft. These features, which were initially announced in May, are designed to automatically secure a device if it is stolen. What Happened: Google's...

This past week has been eventful for Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL), with developments ranging from potential technological advancements to legal challenges. The tech giant was also in the spotlight for its device longevity and a lifesaving feature during a natural disaster. Here’s a quick round-up...

A study conducted by Consumer Intelligence Research Partners or CIRP has once again revealed that Apple Inc.’s (NASDAQ:AAPL) iPhone users tend to retain their smartphones longer than Android users. What Happened: On Wednesday, the study revealed that about one-third of new phone buyers...

Elon Musk on Monday announced the beta launch of the X TV app, a new venture of the social media platform X, formerly Twitter. What Happened: While the official launch date for the X TV app remains undisclosed, it was reportedly made available on Amazon Fire TV in late July and on LG’s webOS-...

Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG) (NASDAQ:GOOG)-owned Google Chrome has introduced a new feature for Android users. The update includes a subtle vibration that occurs when users pull to refresh a page. What Happened: The new haptic feedback feature is part of the Chrome 128 update. The vibration is...

Alphabet Inc.’s (NASDAQ:GOOG) (NASDAQ:GOOGL) internal organization chart has been leaked, unveiling the key figures in the newly merged Pixel, Android, and Google Chrome superunit. What Happened: After Google merged its Pixel, Android, and Chrome groups earlier this year, the re-organization...

Alphabet Inc.'s (NASDAQ:GOOG) (NASDAQ:GOOGL) Google has revealed its upcoming Pixel 9 flagship smartphones before they can be leaked yet again. This time around, the search giant also has a foldable phone in the mix. What Happened: Google has officially introduced the Pixel 9 Pro, following a...

Alphabet Inc.’s (NASDAQ:GOOG) (NASDAQ:GOOGL) Google has been testing the integration of Ultra HDR image capture into a limited camera API for Android 14. What Happened: This API is designed to meet the basic camera needs of social media apps like Instagram. Once these changes...

Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:MSFT) has reportedly instructed its employees in China to use Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) iPhones for work, effectively banning Android-powered devices. What Happened: Microsoft communicated to its China-based employees that they would only be permitted to use Apple devices for...

Technology giant Apple Inc (NASDAQ:AAPL) is being upgraded by a Street analyst Wednesday on the heels of its artificial intelligence initiatives shown off at the company's Worldwide Developers Conference earlier this month. The Apple Analyst: Rosenblatt analyst Barton Crockett upgraded shares of...

Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) has reportedly started enabling Rich Communication Services or RCS on its latest iOS 18 beta, according to user reports on social media. What Happened: On Tuesday, Bloomberg columnist Mark Gurman took to X, formerly Twitter, “RCS is now working in ...

Apple Inc. unveiled the highly anticipated iOS 18 update on Monday during the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC.) However, many of the new features that Apple showed off have already been available on Android devices for a long time now. What Happened: Apple unveiled several new features for...

In a significant market shift, China’s Huawei Technologies has outpaced Samsung (OTC:SSNLF) in global foldable smartphone shipments for Q1 2024, after turning the heat on Apple Inc. in the Chinese market. What Happened: According to the latest report from Counterpoint Research, the global...