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  Google’s new Android Safety feature warns users when opening banking apps during unknown calls

  Technology | December 08, 2025 19:01 IST

  Google is developing a new Android safety feature that alerts users if they open banking or payment apps while they are on a call with an unknown number. This comes as online financial fraud and scam-call cases surge across India.

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  Google to unleash Android 17 in 2026: Big changes expected in design, privacy and AI tools

  Technology | December 03, 2025 22:12 IST

  With the new year around the corner, Google will be unleashing Android 17 by mid-2026 with major upgrades, which will include a redesigned desktop mode, stronger privacy tools, improved themes, and new AI-driven features. Here's what to expect in the upcoming OS update.

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  OnePlus Pad Go 2 to launch in India on December 17 with Dimensity 7300, 5G and Stylus support

  Technology | December 02, 2025 16:53 IST

  OnePlus has confirmed that the OnePlus Pad Go 2 will launch in India on December 17 alongside the OnePlus 15R. The tablet will feature a 12.1-inch 2.8K display, a MediaTek Dimensity 7300 chipset, 5G support, 8GB RAM, 256GB storage, and stylus compatibility.

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  Google to unveil major Android XR updates on December 8: Smart glasses and headsets teased

  Technology | December 02, 2025 15:09 IST

  Google will host a special edition of The Android Show on December 8, focusing on major Android XR updates. The company is expected to preview new tools for smart glasses and headsets, showcase Gemini AI integration.

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  Perplexity launches AI-powered Comet Browser for Android: Here’s what it offers

  Technology | November 22, 2025 17:37 IST

  Perplexity has officially launched its AI-driven Comet browser for Android, bringing its intelligent search assistant to mobile users. The browser integrates AI for contextual answers, cross-tab summaries, voice search, and ad blocking.

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  Android phones to get smarter battery protection from power-hungry apps starting March 2026

  Technology | November 12, 2025 13:37 IST

  From March 1, 2026, Google will introduce battery usage warning labels for Android apps that consume excess power in the background. Developers will be required to optimise their apps or risk being removed from Play Store recommendations.

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  Check your Android phone's health for free with these secret codes

  Technology | September 16, 2025 17:52 IST

  Android smartphone users can easily check the health of their devices by dialing specific secret codes. This process is akin to a full body check-up for humans, but the best part is that it won't cost you a single rupee.

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  Why do people switch from Android to iPhones? 8 real reasons

  Technology | September 09, 2025 14:52 IST

  People upgrade from Android to iPhones for several reasons, including longer software updates, enhanced privacy features, and improved premium brand status. With smooth performance, reliable cameras, and strong customer support, iPhones continue to attract users from around the world.

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  Google Play, Android generated Rs 4 lakh crore revenue for app publishers, Indian economy in 2024

  Technology | July 23, 2025 16:30 IST

  India has the second largest number of app developers registered on the Google Play Store. The ecosystem has generated 35 lakh direct and indirect jobs.

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  Don't want an iPhone? 5 premium smartphones under Rs 1.5 lakh with cutting edge features

  Technology | July 22, 2025 12:58 IST

  If you're not keen on buying an iPhone, there are several powerful and stylish Android smartphones in India priced under Rs 1.5 lakh that offer top-tier performance, advanced cameras, and futuristic foldable designs.

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  Keep your Android phone updated automatically with these simple settings

  Technology | June 16, 2025 19:00 IST

  Regular software updates are essential for Android phone users to maintain security, performance, and access to new features. This article explains how Indian users can enable automatic software updates on their Android smartphones for hassle-free maintenance.

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  Google rolls out Android 16: How the latest OS will transform your smartphone

  Technology | June 12, 2025 13:11 IST

  Google has launched the new mobile operating system, Android 16, for millions of smartphone users. The design has been revamped and numerous customisation features added. It will soon be available to users of Pixel smartphones.

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  Govt warning: Avoid keeping your internet on during phone calls; here's why

  Technology | June 11, 2025 10:54 IST

  The warning was issued by Cyber Dost, the official handle of the Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre (I4C), which operates under the Ministry of Home Affairs.

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  Google to redesign Android 16 UI: Smarter icons, better animations, sleeker settings

  Technology | May 02, 2025 17:15 IST

  Leaked details from Android 16 Beta 4 reveal a more modern, visually enhanced experience with blurred backgrounds, reworked tiles, and interactive UI effects. While the features are still hidden in beta, users can expect these major changes in a future update later this year.

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  Your phone is listening to your conversations: Check these settings immediately

  Technology | April 20, 2025 15:03 IST

  Often, we notice that ads for products we are considering purchasing begin appearing on our phones after a while. This happens because our smartphones can listen to our personal conversations due to a specific setting.

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  Android 16 Beta now available on these smartphones: Stable version release soon

  Technology | April 17, 2025 10:06 IST

  Google has begun rolling out Android 16 Beta 4 for various smartphones. Android 16 Beta introduces many new features that are set to enhance the user experience significantly.

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  Google's Identity Check feature coming to more phone with Android 16: How it will protect your devic

  Technology | April 17, 2025 9:34 IST

  Google's Identity Check feature prevents unauthorized access to sensitive settings on smartphones. This feature is currently available for Pixel and Samsung smartphones.

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  Android just got more secure: Google's significant new feature arrives for millions

  Technology | April 17, 2025 7:06 IST

  Google has introduced a new security which ensures that smartphone users' data cannot be stolen in the background, and it prevents unauthorised access to their devices.

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  How to activate Android's Do Not Disturb feature? Step by step guide

  Technology | April 16, 2025 23:18 IST

  This mode enables you to customise alerts for different situations – work, sleep, travel, or even those intense cricket matches. Learning to configure these modes is crucial for Indian users to manage distractions effectively without missing important updates.

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  Google Gemini can now search your Google Photos, using AI on Android

  Technology | April 15, 2025 20:05 IST

  Google has started rolling out Google Photos integration with its Gemini app on Android, allowing users to search for images and retrieve information from their photo library using natural language prompts. First introduced as 'Ask Photos' during Google I/O 2024.