Android may soon automatically turn Bluetooth back on a day after it’s turned off
Google appears to be building out a feature in Android 15 that automatically turns Bluetooth back on every day if you turn it off.
more…
Android’s Find My Device network settings start going live for some users
Nearly a year ago at Google I/O, the new “Find My Device” network for trackers was announced for Android, but then delayed indefinitely for the benefit of iPhone users. Now, finally, the network is starting to roll out – sort of.
more…
Android prepares to improve Material You with new ‘Color contrast’ menu
Google’s Material You is a few years old at this point, but the company is apparently still working to improve it in upcoming Android releases with a new way of accessing “Color contrast” options.
more…
Small Android phones are dead, but Google’s Pixel 9 series will be good enough for most
I feel like a broken record at this point, but amid new leaks of the Pixel 9 this week, there are many still asking Google for a “Mini” device, forgetting that small phones are dead.
more…
‘Hulu on Disney+’ launches today, new logo starts showing on Android and Google TV
After a few months of beta testing, “Hulu on Disney+” is officially launching today, and with a new app icon now showing up on Android too.
more…
Beeper’s new Android app gets its first update – here’s the changelog
After the iMessage for Android dream was stomped into the ground, Beeper released a revamped Android app which is available now, and already getting its first update.
more…
Samsung has finally adopted Android’s Seamless Updates after nearly 8 years
It’s taken way too long, but after the better part of eight years now, Samsung has finally adopted Android’s Seamless Updates on its latest Galaxy devices.
more…
The Epic Games Store is coming to Android
With plans to launch its own game store on iOS, it’s now been announced that the Epic Games Store is coming to Android.
more…
There’s another new Android boot logo with ‘The Bot’ mascot on some devices
Google revamped Android’s branding in late 2023 with “The Bot” as the new mascot. And while Samsung Galaxy and Pixel phones have been picking up new boot animations inspired by this updated mascot, there’s another 3D Android boot logo showing up on som...
Google confirms Pixel 8a is coming with Android’s new battery stats
In addressing a Pixel feature that’s disappeared, Google has confirmed that the Pixel 8a is on its way.
more…