Topic: android platform
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Apple warns EU not to force Android openness to AI rivals
Apple warned the European Commission that compelling Google to open Android to competing AI services could undermine security, privacy, and competitive balance in the mobile market. Apple argues that such interoperability mandates should be carefully calibrated to avoid setting a precedent that c...
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Google's Android Openness at Risk with Developer Verification
Google's new developer verification policy is seen as a threat to Android's open ecosystem, acting as a gatekeeper for software installation despite developer opposition. Independent developers may abandon Android for alternatives like progressive web apps, while users seeking full control face t...
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Nothing OS 5.0 adds Glyph Interface app and custom homescreen
Nothing OS 5.0 introduces adaptive color schemes for app icons and widgets derived from wallpapers, alongside new lockscreen clockface designs like "Gooey" and "Micrographics." The update consolidates LED lighting controls into a dedicated Glyph Interface app and builds on Android 17 with feature...
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Most Android phones miss out due to Gemini requirements
Google will roll out Gemini Intelligence to Android devices this summer, but only phones with at least 12GB of RAM and support for AI Core and Gemini Nano v3 or higher will qualify. The hardware requirements exclude most older Pixel models and recent flagships like the Pixel 7 Pro, Pixel 8 Pro, a...
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Google Health 5.0 arrives with new stats widget for Android
Google Health 5.0 replaces the old Fitbit app on Android, introducing a redesigned Quick Access Widget that displays up to six prioritized stats from the Today tab. The widget allows customization, including a compact single-metric view, and provides quick access to the app, Health Coach, and a r...
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Google and Epic Settle Landmark App Store Antitrust Case
A landmark antitrust settlement between Google and Epic Games aims to create a more open Android ecosystem, allowing users to access apps from more sources and developers to face reduced costs. The settlement, negotiated after a court ruling against Google, includes provisions for lower Play Stor...
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Google's $800M Secret Deal with Epic Games to Boost Android
An $800 million partnership between Google and Epic Games, revealed during antitrust proceedings, involves a six-year collaboration focused on Android, Unreal Engine, and joint product development, marking a strategic shift from legal adversaries to business partners. The deal includes reciprocal...
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Google Translate Now Works With All Android Earbuds
Google Translate is expanding its live translation feature to work with virtually any Bluetooth earbuds on Android, removing the previous restriction to Google's own Pixel Buds. The update, powered by Gemini AI, is currently in beta in the US, Mexico, and India, providing both on-screen text and ...
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Google Fi's Web Calls and RCS: How It Works
Google Fi has separated its web tools, moving calling and voicemail to a dedicated **fi.google.com/webcalls** page while managing texting and **RCS chats** entirely within Messages for web, enabling richer features like high-resolution media sharing on browsers. The new Web Calls page allows user...
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Nothing's 'AI OS' Isn't First or an OS, But It's Fascinating
Nothing has introduced an AI-native ecosystem featuring the Playground platform and Essential Apps, which are built on Android rather than constituting a new operating system, aiming to create personalized smartphone experiences. The core of the announcement includes the Essential product line wi...
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This 'Game Boy' Can Run Dreamcast, GameCube & PS2 Games
The Ayaneo Pocket Vert is a vertical Android handheld designed to emulate demanding retro consoles like the GameCube and PS2, offering a nostalgic Game Boy form factor at a more accessible price point than its predecessor. It features a premium metal build, a high-resolution 3.5-inch touchscreen,...
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Perplexity's Comet Browser Lands on Android
Perplexity's AI-powered Comet browser has launched on Android, offering a comprehensive AI browsing experience with seamless interaction with its built-in assistant, distinguishing it from competitors like ChatGPT Atlas and Google's Gemini. The Android version includes key features such as voice ...
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Google Photos adds Nano Banana AI for smarter editing
Google Photos has integrated the advanced Nano Banana AI model, enabling smarter, intuitive editing through text commands for both Android and iOS users. This upgrade significantly improves the "Help Me Edit" feature, delivering more refined results compared to the previous, less sophisticated mo...
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Android’s Flighty rival Aviate is now available
Aviate, an Android flight tracking app designed to compete with Apple’s Flighty, has officially launched on the Google Play Store after a brief alpha testing period. The app uses Material 3 Expressive design principles with bold colors and clean layouts, and is considered a potential game-changer...
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Google Photos AI now edits your photos by voice or text
Google Photos is introducing an AI-powered editing feature for Android that allows users to make changes using voice commands or text descriptions, simplifying the editing process. Initially available on Pixel 10 devices in the U.S., the tool offers suggestions and can perform a wide range of edi...
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Trump Phone Begins Shipping This Week, CEO Says
The Trump-branded T1 Phone is finally shipping to preorder customers after over a year of delays, with Trump Mobile CEO Pat O'Brien confirming all orders will be fulfilled within weeks. The phone has passed key regulatory certifications including FCC, PTCRB, and Google Play approval, indicating i...
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Clicks Communicator: The Phone Built for Texting
The Clicks Communicator is a purpose-built Android phone designed to minimize digital distraction by focusing on messaging and email, consolidating communications onto a single home screen. It features a physical QWERTY keyboard and a customizable notification light to enable efficient, tactile c...
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Google Shuts Down Privacy Sandbox Initiative
Google has officially ended its Privacy Sandbox initiative, discontinuing key APIs like Attribution Reporting, Topics, and Protected Audience, which were intended to replace third-party cookies with privacy-focused advertising technologies. The decision provides short-term stability for advertise...
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