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Google loses fight on Android Auto access as EU court backs Italy watchdog

The Italian watchdog fined Google 102 million euros ($106.7 million) in 2021 for blocking Enel's JuicePass on Android Auto

Updated On: 25 Feb 2025 | 3:57 PM IST

Qualcomm, Google partner to offer 8-year Android OS support on smartphones

Qualcomm said smartphone manufacturers will have the capability to provide up to eight consecutive years of Android software and security updates on devices using select Snapdragon platforms

Updated On: 25 Feb 2025 | 12:00 PM IST

boAt launches Android-compatible 'TAG' object tracker: Know price, features

Priced at Rs 1,299, boAt TAG utilises Google's Find My Device network and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) technology to offer semi real-time tracking of lost valuables

Updated On: 24 Feb 2025 | 3:22 PM IST

Google releases Android 16 beta release schedule: Check timeline and more

Google will be releasing the first beta of Android 16 this month, while the final release is expected in April or May

Updated On: 20 Jan 2025 | 3:54 PM IST

Google releases second developer preview of Android 16: Check new features

Google has released the Android 16 DP2 for eligible Pixel smartphones. The second version introduces a new option for accessing the in-display fingerprint sensor even if the screen is off

Updated On: 19 Dec 2024 | 4:07 PM IST

JioTag Go: Reliance Jio unveils tracker backed by Google's 'Find My Device'

Priced at Rs 1499, JioTag Go is now available in multiple colour options on JioMart, e-commerce platform Amazon, Reliance Digital stores, and My Jio Stores

Updated On: 18 Dec 2024 | 5:00 PM IST

Android XR: Google, Samsung, Qualcomm partner to challenge Apple Vision Pro

Android XR is an operating system developed by Google in collaboration with Samsung, designed to bring AI, AR, VR to headsets and glasses, with Qualcomm chips powering the experience

Updated On: 13 Dec 2024 | 10:52 AM IST

OPPO unveils Android 15-based ColorOS 15: What is new and rollout schedule

With ColorOS 15, OPPO introduces AI-powered image enhancement and productivity tools, along with Touch to Share for file sharing with iPhones

Updated On: 22 Nov 2024 | 1:09 PM IST

Google to release Android 16 early in 2025, minor update planned for Q4

With Google planning to release a new Android version in Q2 2025, it is likely that the company will maintain August as the month for launching new Pixel smartphones

Updated On: 01 Nov 2024 | 3:59 PM IST

OnePlus OxygenOS 15 brings Circle to Search, Share with iPhone: What's new

OnePlus said that the open beta version of OxygenOS 15 will be available for testing on the OnePlus 12 smartphone starting October 30, followed by general release later this year or early next

Updated On: 25 Oct 2024 | 11:45 AM IST

OPPO previews iOS-inspired ColorOS 15 UI, based on Android 15: What's new

OPPO has not unveiled the global version of ColorOS 15; however, it is expected to be along the same lines as the Chinese version

Updated On: 18 Oct 2024 | 3:58 PM IST

OnePlus confirms Android 15-based OxygenOS 15 launch for October 24

OxygenOS 15 is anticipated to debut with the global model of OnePlus 13, its next generation flagship smartphone that is set to launch later this year

Updated On: 18 Oct 2024 | 10:43 AM IST

'Your Android has new features': Non-Pixel devices gets Google notification

The notification opens a full screen message carousel window, highlighting eight new Android features along with instructions, images, and details about availability

Updated On: 08 Oct 2024 | 12:04 PM IST

Samsung to release Android 15-based One UI 7 with 'next Galaxy' in 2025

Reportedly, Samsung at its annual developers conference confirmed that the official version of Android 15-based One UI 7 will arrive with the next Galaxy S series device in 2025

Updated On: 04 Oct 2024 | 3:54 PM IST

Tech wrap Sep 30: Vivo, Android 15, Apple HomePod, Pixel Buds web app, more

Vivo announced Android 15 rollout schedule. Apple may release HomePod with display in 2025. Google introduced the Pixel Buds web app for Windows and Macs

Updated On: 30 Sep 2024 | 8:02 PM IST

Google to release Android 15 update with these new features in coming weeks

Google has started to roll out the final beta version of Android 15 to eligible developers. The stable release, therefore, is expected to be available to supported Pixel devices in coming weeks

Updated On: 12 Sep 2024 | 12:33 PM IST

Google releases Android 15, update for Pixel devices 'in coming weeks'

Other than supported Pixel devices, Google said Android 15 will be available on devices from Samsung, OnePlus, Nothing, Motorola, Xiaomi and more in the coming months

Updated On: 04 Sep 2024 | 12:36 PM IST

Google to roll out Android 15 update for eligible phones in October: Report

Usually, Google debuts a new Android version on its Pixel series first before rolling it out to other eligible devices. This time, the latest Pixel 9 series launched with last year's Android 14

Updated On: 27 Aug 2024 | 11:16 AM IST

Made by Google event on August 13: What to expect besides Pixel 9 series

Apart from the Pixel 9 series, Google is anticipated to launch new ecosystem devices such as next-generation Pixel Buds, Pixel Watch and Google Chromecast

Updated On: 06 Aug 2024 | 1:15 PM IST

Google brings final beta version of Android 15 ahead of public release

Consumer facing version of the Android 15 OS is expected to be launched with the upcoming Pixel 9 smartphone series at the "Made By Google" event on August 13

Updated On: 19 Jul 2024 | 12:42 PM IST