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Google explores RCS encryption for Chats between Android and iPhone users

Google is reportedly working on new features related to RCS messaging, including cross-platform end-to-end encryption (E2EE) between Android and iPhone

Google expands cross-device sharing features to more Android users: Report

Google announced the Android cross-device features at the Google I/O 2024 developer conference in May, and are currently limited to call casting and internet sharing

Honor Pad X8a Android tablet with 8,300 mAh battery launched: Price, specs

The Honor Pad X8a is priced at Rs 12,999 and is available for purchase on the Explore HONOR e-Store and the e-commerce platform Amazon India

Google could enable notification syncing across Android devices: Report

Google is reportedly developing a solution to address the issue of duplicate notifications, as indicated by code found in the latest Android 15 beta

Samsung rolls out One UI 6.1.1 update to more Galaxy devices: Check list

One UI 6.1.1 extends the functionality of Android 14, bringing updated features, its latest artificial intelligence tools, and much more to Galaxy devices

More Android smartphones to get 'Circle to Search' feature soon: Report

The Circle to Search feature is set to expand beyond Pixel and Samsung devices, with TECNO's Phantom V Fold 2 expected to include it next month

Google tests 'Desktop Windowing' on Android tablets for PC-like experience

Samsung already offers a similar experience through DeX on its tablets, but Google is adding native support for it in Android 15

Google extends support to help developers prevent app sideloading: Report

Sideloading of apps on Android devices is common, but developers prefer to avoid this practice. A sideloaded app is not counted in the developer's metrics on the Play Store

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

iPhone 16 series: Camera button returns to Android following Apple debut

A dedicated camera shutter button has been a feature on smartphones for some time, but Apple's recent announcement has brought it back into the spotlight

Tech wrap Sep 04: Intel AI chips, Pixel 9 Pro Fold sale, Music Search, more

Intel unveils Lunar Lake AI chips. Google adds new Android features. Pixel 9 Pro Fold goes on sale in India. GoPro HERO13 Black launched. New Instagram features

Google reveals Android features including Music Search in Circle to Search

The Music Search feature allows users to search any song from speakers near the user or the one they are hearing on other apps without leaving those apps

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

WhatsApp explores new Meta AI Voice Chat Mode with customisable voices

The new feature would also offer a typing free interaction with only voice commands and users would be able to turn on the voice chat mode manually

Google Play Store now allows simultaneous Android app downloads and updates

The feature is available widely across multiple devices and allows up to three apps to be downloaded, installed and updated at the same time

Google releases Gmail Q&A feature on Android, coming soon to iOS: Know more

Gmail Q&A offers similar functionality to the side panel on the web. You can ask Gemini questions about your inbox or request actions such as finding specific details

Google rolls out quick reply redesign on Gmail for Android: What is new

Quick reply redesign introduces text field at the bottom of the screen, eliminating the need to scroll to select from options like Reply, Reply all, or Forward, although these options remain available

Vivo T3 Pro 5G, powered by Snapdragon 7 Gen 3, launched: Check price, specs

Vivo T3 Pro 5G will be available for purchase online from September 3 at 12 pm on Vivo India e-store, e-commerce platform Flipkart, and at select retail stores

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

Honor Magic 6 Pro premium Android smartphone goes on sale with these offers

Priced at Rs 89,999, the Honor Magic 6 Pro 5G is available on its official website, e-commerce platform Amazon, and at select retail stores