Android’s backup and restore features are getting a significant upgrade that will soon let apps keep you signed in when switching to a new Android device. The upcoming "Restore Credentials" feature aims to make transitioning to a new Android phone as easy as it is when moving to an iPhone. How It Functions So, how does […]
Google’s Pixel smartphone line has grown over the years, becoming comparable to Apple and Samsung’s yearly iPhone and Galaxy launches. On the other hand, Google’s laptop sector has been left behind, becoming almost insignificant. In fact, the last Pixel laptop was released in the same year as the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL. New Developments
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In a surprising development, Huawei’s HarmonyOS has made significant gains in China’s smartphone market, presenting a real challenge to Android’s long-held supremacy. As per the newest findings from TechInsights, HarmonyOS’s market share grew from 13% to 15% in the third quarter of 2024, while Android’s market share fell from 72% to 70%. A Shift in Market
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Sharing files between Android and iPhones may soon be simpler. Android specialist Mishaal Rahman has discovered a hint that suggests Google might be working on bringing its Quick Share file-sharing feature to iOS and macOS. Quick Share’s Popularity Quick Share is already well-liked among users of Android devices, Chromebooks, and Windows computers, as it allows for
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The rivalry in the mobile OS sector has become more fierce with the launch of HarmonyOS Next by Huawei. This latest version marks a departure from earlier iterations that were heavily based on Android’s core. Instead, HarmonyOS Next is constructed on a standalone microkernel framework. Aiming for Independence With this fresh operating system, Huawei’s goal is
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Google is enhancing Gemini’s features on Android, making it possible for the AI assistant to manage calls and messages even when your phone is locked. Recent code discoveries in a forthcoming update indicate that Gemini will soon incorporate functions that were previously exclusive to Gemini Live. New Lock Screen Functionality A fresh settings option will enable
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Chromebook users have been able to set up a Linux virtual machine (VM) for a while now, which adds more capabilities. Soon, it looks like Android might also join in on the Linux experience, according to the latest updates in the Android Open Source Project (AOSP). Expanding Android’s Possibilities The Android Runtime (ART) operates on a
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The Epic Games Store app has just arrived on Android, giving users a new option for downloading games aside from the Google Play Store and other platforms. Although the selection isn’t as large as what some competitors offer, Epic has promised that third-party games will be added soon. Free Games Coming to Mobile Moreover, Epic is
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Google’s mobile OS, Android, has been around for a long time, yet it hasn’t provided a true desktop experience when connected to a monitor. Both Microsoft’s Continuum for Lumia and Samsung’s DeX aimed to offer such experiences, but neither solution gained widespread adoption. Importantly, Google never supported this kind of functionality natively. This, however, might be
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Huawei is not solely focusing on hardware development in response to the U.S. trade ban but is also delving into software advancements with HarmonyOS Next, a new operating system that breaks away from Google's Android app support. Huawei's Shift to HarmonyOS Next A recent report by Nikkei Asia indicates that Huawei is poised to completely sever
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