Android’s splashy new paint job won’t yank Gen Z from iPhones
Android's splashy new paint job won't yank Gen Z from iPhones Android’s splashy new paint job won’t yank Gen Z from iPhones “Make me a fit that’s athleisure but elevated.” The kids are always saying this. Android’s new design language looks extremely… Gen Z. That much is obvious from the concept images in the leaked […]
Google searches are falling in Safari for the first time ever — probably because of AI
Google searches are falling in Safari for the first time ever — probably because of AI Google searches fell in Safari for the first time ever last month, Apple’s senior vice president of services, Eddy Cue, said during Google’s antitrust trial on Wednesday. “That has never happened in 22 years,” Cue added. Cue linked the […]
A new bill would force Apple to allow third-party app stores
A new bill would force Apple to allow third-party app stores Representative Kat Cammack (R-FL) introduced a bill Tuesday that would require “large app store operators” like Apple to let users install third-party app stores and set them as their default. The bill, called the App Store Freedom Act, aims to “promote competition and protect […]
DOJ’s proposed Google changes would ‘deeply undermine user trust,’ search chief says
DOJ's proposed Google changes would 'deeply undermine user trust,' search chief says DOJ’s proposed Google changes would ‘deeply undermine user trust,’ search chief says The government’s proposal to make Google share its search data with competitors would “deeply undermine user trust” by putting queries in the hands of potentially less secure rivals, the company’s search […]
Google’s Android battery health indicator is only for the newest Pixels
Google's Android battery health indicator is only for the newest Pixels Google’s Android battery health indicator is only for the newest Pixels Google has been working on a battery health menu that could help you determine why your Android phone isn’t lasting as long between charges as it used to. It’s similar to an iPhone […]
Google’s iOS app will use AI to simplify jargon
Google's iOS app will use AI to simplify jargon Google’s iOS app will use AI to simplify jargon Google has a new AI tool that can help iPhone users to better grasp complicated or confusing writing online. The Simplify feature, rolling out in the Google app on iOS starting today, generates a simpler, more digestible […]
Opera has new ways for Android users to manage tabs
Opera has new ways for Android users to manage tabs Opera has added new tab features to its Android web browser that give users more control when organizing web links. Opera says version 89 of its browser introduces “the best tab management system for Android devices,” providing new tab layout options, grouping features, and capabilities […]
DOJ asks court to split up Google’s ad tech empire
DOJ asks court to split up Google's ad tech empire DOJ asks court to split up Google’s ad tech empire The US Department of Justice filed a plan in court to make Google divest its advertising marketplace and ad management platform, part of a proposal to address the company’s “decade-long campaign of exclusionary conduct,” which […]
Google just leaked Android’s new design language
Google just leaked Android's new design language Google just leaked Android’s new design language Google just accidentally revealed its next big Android redesign: Material 3 Expressive. In a now-deleted blog post spotted by 9to5Google, the company describes the change as the “most researched” update yet, with the goal of making its interface more appealing and […]
Google is going to let kids use its Gemini AI
Google is going to let kids use its Gemini AI Google is notifying parents using its Family Link parental controls via email that their kids will soon be able to access Gemini AI Apps on their monitored Android devices, The New York Times reports. The company says kids will be able to use Gemini to […]