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Your Android phone could soon get a better way to sniff out spoofed calls

Google might bake smarter scam call detection into Android, using verified caller data and DNO checks to flag spoofed numbers before you answer.

Android Central

'A total disappointment': Some Galaxy Watch owners are seeing major battery drains after the latest software update

There's a problem with certain Samsung Galaxy Watch models and battery life, and Google Play Services could be to blame.

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iPhone New iOS Age Verification Sparks Outrage as Users Say 'I Will Switch to Android'

Apple's new iOS age verification in the UK sparks outrage as users warn they may switch to Android over privacy and ID concerns.

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Google finally fixed Android's Driving Mode, so it only turns on at the right time

Driving mode will now turn on more reliably when your phone connects to your car's Bluetooth system.

Android Central

Nearly 2 million Android devices hijacked by massive new botnet — how to stay safe

A large-scale botnet has taken over millions of Android devices in order to use them for nefarious purposes.

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Android's Emergency Live Video shares crucial visual info with first responders

Android is launching an Emergency Live Video feature that lets users securely stream their camera feed to first responders with a single tap.

Android Central

You're using AI more than you realize: Here's how it powers your everyday tasks

AI can be used for a lot of boring, mundane things because it does a great job at them. You're using it right now!

Android Central

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Android looks set to improve the Fast Pair experience for wireless earbuds

Hidden code in Google Play Services suggests that a revamped look for earbuds battery status is on the way.

TechRadar

Google talks smarter security against fraud and theft in The Android Show

During the Android Show, Google detailed the many ways it will bring improved security to Android phones.

Android Central

Google One might eventually back up your phone SIMs for easy restoration

Code strings suggest Google could be working on a way to back up and restore eSIMs, simplifying the process of switching phones.

Android Central

Google releases new Android System updates with battery life improvements

Google has released its latest system updates for Android devices, focusing on enhancing battery life, connectivity, and security.

Android Central

Play Store update 'bugs' several Android users with recurring notifications

Several users have be ranting on Reddit about an "Update Google Play services" bug.

Android Central

How to get the Google Play Store on an Amazon Fire Tablet

In this guide, we walk you through how to download the Google Play Store on an Amazon Fire Tablet.

TechRadar

Samsung's best Galaxy foldable has a new competitor coming to town

The Huawei Mate X6 is going global

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Android 15 vs. 14: A boring update, but part of Google's bigger picture

Android 15 introduces a lot of great new security features and a couple quality of life adjustments, but the changes from Android 14 aren't as big as you might hope.

Android Central

Latest Google Play System update adds improvements to Android services

The July Google Play System update rollout has benefited Google Play services, Play Store, Android TV, and Android core services.

Android Central

News Weekly: Samsung's XR headset, Galaxy Watch 7 series missing a feature, and more

This week, Samsung Unpacked several devices, and the company is set to launch its XR headset this year, the new Galaxy watch series could be missing a feature, Google suspends support for Lollipop, OnePlus devices leak ahead of the summer event, and a new feature could let you search the…

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Google officially suspends support for Android Lollipop after a decade

After axing Android KitKat last year, Google will discontinue the Lollipop operating system this year.

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Google wants to show all Android location-sharing settings in one place

Location sharing is a permission you'll want to keep track of, and this upcoming settings menu will consolidate and simplify things.

Android Central

Google Play Services: What is it, and how does it keep your Android phone safe?

Google's software and services layer is one of the most important apps on your phone. Find out how it came about, what it does, and how it helps keep Android secure and under Google's control.

Android Central

Google could bring password sharing to Android via Password Manager

A dive into Google Play Services' latest version showed signs of a password-sharing feature on the way for Android.

TechRadar

This new Android feature could help save you from phishing and malware – here's how

Google's new Android Safe Browsing feature can help protect you from harmful links, phishing and malware – here's how.

Android Central

Android 14 QPR3 Beta 1 is out with a surprise AI trick that beta users missed

Grab Android 14 QPR3 Beta 1 now to get a sneak peek at the June Pixel Feature Drop before everyone else.

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iOS 17 exposed Apple's biggest weakness — why Google is much better at rolling out updates

The best new additions on iOS 17 are no more than updates for Apple’s in-house apps like Messages. Is it time for Apple to unbundle its annual updates like Google?

Android Central

Google Play: Everything you need to know

You know what the Google Play Store is, but do you know what Play Services and Protect do? What about Play Pass vs. Play Games? And remember Play Music and Play Edition phones?

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