Tag: Android

Study reveals how mobile apps grab our attention

"Apps appear differently on a phone than on a desktop computer or browser: they're on a smaller screen which simply fits fewer elements and, instead of a horizontal view, mobile devices typically use a vertical layout," said study author Antti Oulasvirta from Aalto University in Finland.

October 8, 2020

Android’s Live Caption coming soon for live phone calls: Report

First introduced in Google I/O 2019 -‘Live Caption’ feature is similar to Live Transcribe.

April 27, 2020

Robert Downey Jr spotted with OnePlus 8, may launch in April

A couple of pictures from an ad shoot show off the OnePlus 8 in the hands of brand ambassador Robert Downey Jr.

March 15, 2020

Microsoft may launch Surface Duo sooner than expected

According to sources familiar with the matter, Microsoft is hoping to launch Surface Duo much earlier than originally announced because the hardware along with software are pretty much done and the company is basically focusing on putting the finishing touches on its Duo-specific features, Windowscentral reported recently.

March 1, 2020

Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra may come with 16GB RAM

In terms of optics, Galaxy S20 Ultra is likely to come with a 108MP main, 40MP front-facing, 48MP telephoto with 10x optical zoom paired with a possible 100x digital zoom, providing for powerful hybrid functionality.

February 9, 2020

Huawei P40 Pro may feature a Sony custom 52MP sensor

This sensor will feature "16-in-1" technology and it is rumoured that the company will put the "Quad Quad Bayer" sensor which will perform 4-in-1 conversions to reach the 16-in-1 stage.

January 19, 2020

WhatsApp hits 5 billion installs on Android

As with most Android applications that reach large amounts of installs, this number does not just include downloads from the Play Store, but also pre-installed copies like Samsung and Huawei has bundled the app with some smartphones in the past, AndroidPolice reported.

January 19, 2020

Google launches Incognito Mode for its Maps App on Android

The incognito mode for maps will work the same as the old incognito mode for chrome browser.

November 2, 2019

After iPhones, WhatsApp launches fingerprint lock for Android phones

The same feature was earlier introduced for iPhone users earlier this year. With this feature, the company aims to provide an extra layer of security to its users.

November 1, 2019

Android, iOS to get truecaller group chat service

n the new feature, contact numbers are automatically hidden in group chats unless other members have the number saved in their phone book.

October 18, 2019

Google Home Mini can be yours: Are you that chosen YouTube Premium or Google Assistant user

YouTube Premium subscribers are also reportedly getting the same offer in some regions of the United States.

October 12, 2019

Motorola Razr foldable 2019 probably to launch before this fall: Reports

Motorola Razr will join the like of Samsung Galaxy Fold and Huawei Mate X. However, unlike the latter two phones, which fold inwards, the Razr could fold vertically.

September 28, 2019

Instead of Android Huawei P40 smartphone to sport HarmonyOS

Yu, said during a media interview that if the situation does not change with the United States government, the company will start using its HarmonyOS, news portal Gizchina reported on Monday.

September 10, 2019

Latest Google Pixel 4 to sport ‘Night Mode’, improved ‘Night Sight’

The new Motion Mode is said to allow users to capture high-quality action shots with bokeh. The Night Sight feature would include speed-related enhancements, allowing the phone to take better pictures at night.

September 7, 2019

IT Ministry along with Google to ‘Build for Digital India’

The programme will invite ideas from students to focus on areas of healthcare, agriculture, education, smart cities and infrastructure, women safety, smart mobility and transportation, environment, accessibility and disability and digital literacy.

August 31, 2019

Kanwar Yatra Management App launched on android

While launching the Kanwar Yatra Management App on Monday, Divisional Commissioner Anita C Meshram said that this is free of cost android based mobile app which can be downloaded from Google Play Store.

July 23, 2019

Android creator allegedly ‘concealed’ Google payments from wife and ran ‘sex ring’

Google reportedly paid $90 million to Andy as exit package after they were accused of sexual harassment in 2014.

July 3, 2019