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Android 16 could be borrowing a key notification trick from the iPhone

The latest Android beta version includes a hidden feature called Rich Ongoing Notifications.

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Google may let its Apple inspiration bring 'ongoing notifications' to Android

It seems familiar in more ways than one.

Android Central

Google is cooking up a new 'Modes' feature to replace 'Do Not Disturb' in Android 16

Android 16 is likely to launch next year. However, the Android 15 QPR 1 beta release might have some hidden features in the pipeline for the next OS.

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New Google longevity plan could allow Android phones to get 7 years of updates

A long-simmering Google plan to keep Android devices up to date is coming to fruition with the Google Requirement Freeze program

Tom’s Guide

Android 16 tipped for huge multitasking upgrade that beats the iPhone

Some code suggests that Google is working on a multitasking upgrade for next year's Android 16 update that turns apps into bubbles that will float over other apps for easy switching back and forth.

Tom’s Guide

Android 15 volume panel will have useful audio controls for Pixel Buds Pro users

Google started rolling out an update for Android 15 that returns Noise Control to users.

Android Central

Android notifications could change in a big way — here's how

Google is playing with what types of icons show up as notifications in the status bar.

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Google is making it harder to sideload apps on Android

Android apps can now demand downloads through Google Play, putting the brakes on sideloading.

Android Central

Android 15 QPR1 Beta 2 update hauls in several fixes for Pixel Bluetooth and more

Google dropped Android 15 QPR1 Beta 2 for all enrolled and eligible Pixel devices.

Android Central

Android 16 could make an iPhone-inspired change to your notifications

Recent code found in Android 15 reveals that Google could change how the notifications and Quick Settings pages will function.

Tom’s Guide

Android 16 could change how you access the Quick Settings screen, and not everyone will like it

Android 16 could require a two-finger swipe to access the Quick Settings screen.

TechRadar

Google's Circle to Search is now your barcode and QR code scanner

Google's Circle to Search is leveling up with built-in barcode and QR code scanning.

Android Central

Android 15's latest beta finally sees lockscreen widgets return — but there’s a pretty big catch

Android 15's QPR beta 1 is here, and it finally has evidence that lockscreen widgets are making a comeback — but you won't be able to use them yet.

Tom’s Guide

Turns out Qi2 doesn't require magnets, but that kind of defeats the purpose

We all thought that the Qi2 charging standard was bundled with the Magnetic Power Profile, but that isn't the case. Now it's even weirder that Android companies aren't getting on board.

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Google could give Do Not Disturb better 'Priority' in Android 15

Google's first Android 15 QPR test teases a new, customizable DND option titled "Priority Mode."

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Satellite SOS comes to Google Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro users in the US

The Pixel 9 family are the first Android phones to make use of this feature outside of China

Android Central

The Pixel 9 finally lets you transfer data whenever you want

Google added an anytime data transfer option in the Pixel 9 series.

Android Central

Google is ending the Play Store security reward program

With bug hunters finding less to hunt, Google is pulling the plug on the Play Store reward program.

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Android 15 desktop mode just reappeared — this could be a huge upgrade for Android tablets

Android 15's desktop mode is apparently still coming, and it could work on tablets without an external display.

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Report: Android's desktop mode might allow future tablets to double as computers

Google continues to improve Android's desktop mode as recent builds mirror behaviors seen on Samsung's New DeX.

TechRadar

Google Lens now lets you search with your voice and images

Android users can add audio recordings to Google Lens, and the app will try its best to answer your burning questions.

Android Central

Android 15 might add less disruptive, more 'compact' notifications

An Android 15 beta discovery showed Google plans to make its notifications a little less disruptive.

TechRadar

Samsung's Galaxy Buds 3 Pro have a hidden feature that makes controlling audio easier

Voice Control lets you adjust audio without needing a wakeup word so long as you say the command correctly.

Android Central

Android 15 preps better Matter smart home device control over Thread network

An early preview showcased Google's work to bring Thread network support to phones running Android 15.

Tom’s Guide

Android multitasking tipped for a big upgrade — just in time for Pixel 9 Pro Fold

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold could be set for a key upgrade to its split-screen multitasking.

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