Google rolls out Android 17 Beta 3—Here’s what’s new
- 27-Mar-2026
Google has released Android 17 Beta 3, marking the “Platform Stability” phase of its development. Arriving about a month after the previous update, this version focuses on refinement, system consistency, and bug fixes as the operating system moves closer to its final release expected in 2026. Android— Latest News According to updates, a notable change […]
42% of Android phones now vulnerable to malware, report warns
- 09-Feb-2026
Over one billion Android smartphones worldwide are now at increased cybersecurity risk after Google confirmed that devices running Android 12 or earlier will no longer receive security updates. New data shows this move potentially leaves approximately 42.1 percent of the global Android user base vulnerable to malware and spyware. The latest statistics highlight a clear […]
ChatGPT Android update adds ‘Extended Thinking’ mode for Plus users
- 31-Dec-2025
OpenAI has rolled out a major update for ChatGPT to its Android app, finally bringing “real” Thinking mode to mobile power users. According to Bleeping Computer, the latest update lets ChatGPT Plus subscribers on Android to expressly choose between Auto, Instant, or Thinking modes. Previously, the mobile toggle defaulted to “Standard” thinking, which used less […]
Google Photos tests new carousel layout for Shortcuts in Collections tab
- 25-Nov-2025
Google Photos is experimenting with a new carousel layout for the “Shortcuts” feature at the top of the Collections tab on Android. Currently, the top of the Collections tab is a 2×2 grid. The first two pill-shaped buttons are always for Favorites and Trash, but the bottom two items rotate and show generally used albums […]
Here’s how to restore WhatsApp chat history from lost iPhone, Android
- 18-Jul-2025
WhatsApp, the world’s most widely used instant messaging app, is integral to daily communication, handling everything from casual chats to critical file sharing. Losing a smartphone can disrupt access to these conversations, but users can recover their WhatsApp chat history if they’ve backed up their data to the cloud. Without a backup on Google One […]
WhatsApp stops working on THESE Android, iPhone devices
- 04-Jun-2025
Meta-owned messaging platform WhatsApp has officially ended support for a number of older iPhones and Android smartphones, rendering the app unusable on these devices from June 1. According to the company, devices launched before 2014 have stopped to run WhatsApp, as the app now requires updated operating systems to maintain functionality and security. The change, […]
iOS vs Android: The Never-Ending Debate – Which Smartphone Platform Rules Supreme?
- 31-Jan-2025
The battle between iOS and Android has been going on for over a decade, with passionate users on both sides defending their preferred operating system. Being the two dominating forces in the smartphone market, Apple‘s iOS and Google‘s Android offer two different experiences with their respective strengths and weaknesses. But which one is really better? Let‘s break down the key factors to help you decide. 1. User Experience: Simplicity […]
HarmonyOS: Is it better than Android?
- 28-Jan-2025
HarmonyOS, also known as HongmengOS in China, is a distributed operating system developed by Huawei. It was first announced in August 2019 and officially launched in 2021. HarmonyOS is designed to work across a wide range of devices, including smartphones, tablets, smartwatches, smart TVs, and other IoT (Internet of Things) devices. Huawei says that the […]
WhatsApp to stop working on THESE android phones after 2024
- 23-Dec-2024
More than 20 devices will no longer be compatible with the Meta-owned app, WhatsApp due to their outdated operating systems from January 1, 2025, According to a report published by HDblog, the decision is part of the messaging platform’s ongoing efforts to update and adapt to the latest technological advancements, thereby improving the user experience. […]
Google rolls out Play Store feature to install multiple apps at once
- 02-Sep-2024
Tech giant Google has introduced a feature for Android users that allows them to install or update multiple apps or games at once in the Play Store. The previous feature would process a single app at a time even if Android users downloaded or attempted to update multiple apps or games. Now, users can download […]