by dbadmin | Oct 8, 2024 | Android 15, Android 16, Authority Insights, News
Google is working on a redesigned keyboard shortcut menu that is easier to use on large screen Android devices like tablets. The revamped menu uses a side navigation rail instead of tabs at the top, making shortcut categories easier to reach. The new menu isn’t...
by dbadmin | Oct 7, 2024 | Android 15, Android 16, Authority Insights, Google, News
If you record or cast a single app in Android, you currently have to stop recording or casting in order to change which app you’re sharing. Google is working on a feature that will let you change the app you’re sharing without ending your screen recording or casting...
by dbadmin | Oct 7, 2024 | Android 16, Authority Insights, Google, News
Google is testing a new AI button on the lock screen that sits below the fingerprint reader. It’s not clear what the AI button is for since it’s currently not functional, though. It’s possible it’ll be used to launch some Gemini-related feature in the future, but it’s...
by dbadmin | Oct 7, 2024 | Android 16, Google, News
The Android taskbar may soon be able to show the two most recently used apps. Currently, the taskbar shows up to 6 pinned apps and 2 suggested apps. Code in the latest Android 15 QPR1 beta replaces app suggestions with recent apps. Android tablets are usually large...
by dbadmin | Oct 4, 2024 | Android 16, News
Google is working on a new trade-in mode for Android. This feature will make it easier for the people inspecting your phone to run automated diagnostics. Trade-in mode will hopefully speed up phone inspections so you can get your refund faster. The best Android phones...
by dbadmin | Oct 3, 2024 | Android 16, Google, News
Android 16 is preparing to add a new Android Advanced Protection Mode service. This service lets users enroll their device into Advanced Protection Mode via Settings. Apps can check if you’re enrolled in the service and then apply additional security measures to...
