I spoke with Sam Bright, VP and GM of Google Play and Developer Ecosystem, about Gemini's expansion in Android Studio. The real story is the way AI cuts toil across the lifecycle.

Android 17 finally removes the developer opt-out for app orientation and resizability restrictions on large-screen devices.

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In terms of physical controls, Google is mandating a power switch/button, touchpad (2), and camera button (3) on all Android XR glasses. Models with screens will also have a display button (1) that ...

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Microsoft has now made the “Expanded screen” feature available to all users of the Phone Link app in Windows 11. The update, which is being rolled out via the Microsoft Store (version 1.25112.36.0), ...

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Though the battle between Android and iPhone has been long and bitter for many, especially for Apple and Google, one team of developers is looking to instill a sense of harmony with an iPhone and iOS ...

The company is adding a process to install apps from unverified developers. The company is adding a process to install apps from unverified developers. is a news editor with over a decade’s experience ...

Why is this important? This announcement shows that Google is listening to user feedback and isn’t looking to block sideloading on Android entirely, but rather offer a safer, more convenient option ...