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Google rolls out software update for Pixel devices running Android 13

Google announced that it has rolled out a software update to all supported Pixel devices running Android 13

CCI declines interim stay for Google on Android-related antitrust ruling

An Indian tribunal declined Google's request for an interim stay on an antitrust ruling that ordered the tech giant to change its approach to its Android platform

Google alleges CCI copied parts of EU order on Android abuse, says report

CCI in October fined Alphabet Inc's Google $161 million for exploiting its dominant position in markets such as online search and the Android app store

YouTube testing new, more subtle video progress bar for Android: Reports

Video-sharing platform YouTube is reportedly testing a more subtle video progress bar that isn't always red on Android

Android 14 will make devices stay connected to web even as they age

Tech giant Google is reportedly working on a new feature for Android 14 that will allow Android devices to stay connected to the internet even after they get very old

WhatsApp to end support for bunch of old Samsung phones, says report

Meta-owned WhatsApp will reportedly end support for a bunch of old Samsung phones, as the company might soon end support for Android smartphones that are not running at least Android 5.0 (Lollipop)

Samsung Internet gets new search, privacy features on Android beta

The updated version allows users to just type the bookmark or tab they want to find in the search box and the application will find and show it to them

Google Contacts rolls out new 'Illustrations' tool on Android: Report

In Contacts, the new 'Google Illustrations' tool is available while editing any contact

Google Contacts adds new 'Highlights' tab on Android devices: Report

The new tab appears between 'Contacts' and 'Fix & manage' in the Material You bottom bar

Google dials NCLAT against CCI's Android order, Rs 1,337-crore fine

Says CCI order presents a major setback for its Indian users and businesses who trust Android's security features

Google moves NCLAT against CCI's fine over abusing Android market

Google said it has approached NCLAT to appeal the CCI decision to penalise the tech giant Rs 1,338 crore for abusing its dominant position in multiple markets in the Android mobile device ecosystem

Google approaches NCLAT against CCI's order on Android device ecosystem

Google has approached the appellate tribunal NCLAT challenging the CCI's order on unfair business practices in Android mobile device ecosystem, the company spokesperson said on Friday. The Competition Commission in October slapped a steep penalty of Rs 1,337.76 crore on internet giant Google for abusing its dominant position in multiple markets in relation to Android mobile devices and ordered the internet major to cease and desist from various unfair business practices. A Google spokesperson told PTI: "We have decided to appeal the CCI's decision on Android as we believe it presents a major setback for our Indian users and businesses who trust Android's security features, and potentially raising the cost of mobile devices." "We look forward to making our case in NCLAT and remain committed to users and partners," the spokesperson added. Android has greatly benefitted Indian users, developers, and OEMs, and powered India's digital transformation, the company said. Google has sought

Android 13 update brings Pixel's Personal Safety app to more smartphones

Users can add or edit critical medical information, assign emergency contacts and get alerts for nearby crises

Google to merge Digilocker in Files app to access official docs in India

Google on Monday announced that it will integrate "DigiLocker", a government-issued document storage service, into the Files app on Android so users can access government-verified documents

Twitter now supports themed icons in latest Android 13 update: Report

With the new update, it will change the Twitter icon's colour to match the users' wallpaper and system, as well as any other apps that support this feature

WhatsApp working on a redesigned 'kept messages' feature on Android

Meta-owned messaging platform WhatsApp is reportedly working on a redesigned 'kept messages' feature on Android, which will give users the ability to keep or undo a kept message

Google tests 'Digital Driver's License' support in its Android Wallet app

The feature was announced during Google's developer-focused I/O keynote in May, when a slide showed US State Maryland as the first ID available for the upcoming feature

Video streaming app YouTube tests 'Add to Queue' feature on Android, iOS

The YouTube queue will be available for testing on Android and iOS until January 28

OnePlus Y1S Pro smart TV gets 55-inch screen variant in India: Details here

Priced at Rs 39,999, the OnePlus TV 55 Y1S Pro smart TV will be available on Amazon, Flipkart, OnePlus online store, OnePlus Experience stores and OnePlus partner stores from December 13

Google releases Android 13 OS for smart TV with improved performance

For a more reliable playback experience, users can now change the default resolution and refresh rate on supported HDMI source devices