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Here's how Google's changing notifications in Android 16 with Live Updates
Android 16 will introduce Live Updates, a new class of notification that's always on top. Here's how it compare to iOS Live Activities.
Android 16’s first public beta adds Google’s more limited take on live lockscreen notifications
Android 16’s first public beta will start rolling out later today, bringing with it dynamic lockscreen notifications for ride-sharing and food delivery, following yesterday’s reveal of a similar feature in Samsung’s Galaxy S25 phones.
Android 16 ‘Live Updates’ feature will change the way we check notifications: Here’s how
Like Live Activities on iOS, the upcoming feature may help you quickly check the status of your flight, food or cab and even show upcoming or ongoing events.
Google’s New Lockdown Just Made Android More Like iPhone
Despite some recent headlines, iPhones remain safer than Androids given Apple’s tighter restrictions and control of its ecosystem. But Google is catching up — and Samsung is moving even faster to narrow the gap. Now, a new Android upgrade for 2025 could make Androids more like iPhones than ever before — but there’s a twist.
What’s new in Android’s January 2025 Google System Updates [U: 1/27]
Google System Release Notes” primarily detail what’s new in Play services, Play Store, and Play system update across Android phones/tablets, Wear OS, Google/Android TV, Auto, and PC. Some features apply to end users,
Google releases first Android 16 beta
Experience the future of mobile technology as Google launches the first beta version of Android 16, packed with new features and improvements.
Android 16 prepares to make dark mode work with more apps
Google is working on a new feature for Android 16 that automatically puts apps into dark mode, even if they don't support it.
I spent the weekend on Android 16 Beta 1, but I wouldn't have known it
I grabbed Android 16 Beta 1 last week and used it on my Pixel 9 Pro all weekend. It's been smooth sailing — but in my ...
Android 16 beta just arrived — here are all the new features
Development on Android 16 is progressing quickly, and ahead of the projected l ate spring/early summer arrival Google has ...
Android 16 wages war on ugly app stretching and letterboxed screens
Android 16 will put an end to apps that enforce resizing restrictions. Adaptivity is the new norm, and it will benefit ...
Android 16 public beta arrives: 3 new features, how to try it now
First, you'll need to have a newer Pixel phone. Anything from a Pixel 6 and newer should work. From there, it's simple. Just ...
Android 16 Public Beta Rolls Out For Pixel Devices; Check Out If Your Device Is Compatible
Google has officially kicked off the Android 16 journey, and the first beta version of the new OS is now available for ...
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Android Testing Power Key Double-Tap Functionality
Most Android phones currently support a double-tap gesture of the power button, which typically opens the system camera ...
Android 16’s first beta version brings iOS-style live notifications
After releasing two developer beta versions last year, Google introduced the first public beta for Android 16 on Thursday.
Android 16 improves how hearing aids deal with noisy environments
Google says that Android 16 adds the ability for users of LE Audio hearing aids to “adjust the volume of ambient sound that ...