Image credit: Engadget Google Docs is getting an annotation feature that will let you mark up your documents just like you might with a pen and paper. With the update, announced at MWC 2024, Google Docs users on Android devices can use a finger or stylus to write notes, highlight text and circle words to their heart’s desire. Google says the feature will work on Android … [Read more...] about Handwritten Notes Supported for Google Docs
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Google unveils Android 15 developer preview with greater focus on privacy
Here is an exciting piece of news for Android enthusiasts. Google has unveiled the first developer preview of Android 15, offering developers an exclusive glimpse into the future of the mobile operating system, Android Central reported. While details about consumer-facing features are scarce, Google's emphasis on privacy and security is all too apparent in this preview. The … [Read more...] about Google unveils Android 15 developer preview with greater focus on privacy
Introducing Memorizer Book Tracking App
Memorizer is movie and book tracking app that lets you log books and movies. The app lets you write a list of books you have read so you can revisit them later. The app also lets you find inspiration for new reads. The startup has managed to secure a user base of around 70,000 monthly active app users. The best thing is users continue reopening the app over the long run. The … [Read more...] about Introducing Memorizer Book Tracking App
Moon+ Reader unveils new E INK mode
Moon+ Reader is one of the most popular e-reading apps for Android. They recently updated the app that introduced E INK mode, making it perfect to run on Android e-readers from companies such as Hisense, Onyx Boox, iReader and many more. The big selling point is the elimination of animations; you won't see any animated page-turns or animations with accessing menus, dialogue, … [Read more...] about Moon+ Reader unveils new E INK mode
Audible Launches New Wear OS app to bring audiobooks to your wrists
Audible, the audiobook service owned by Amazon, has officially introduced its Wear OS app, expanding the possibilities for audiobook enthusiasts on Android-based smartwatches. Initially announced alongside the Galaxy Watch 6 series in July, the app is now accessible on the Play Store. The Audible Wear OS app empowers users to download audiobooks for offline listening and … [Read more...] about Audible Launches New Wear OS app to bring audiobooks to your wrists
Have You Tried Gboard’s ‘Proofread’ AI Feature?
Image credit: yahoo Gboard, Google's flagship keyboard, has started rolling out its brand-new Proofread feature for beta version on Android. Launched in Gboard version 13.4, the feature shows up in the toolbar of the keyboard of Android users. Tap “Proofread”; it will process your text and make suggestions for fixing spelling or grammar errors. Meanwhile, you’ll see the … [Read more...] about Have You Tried Gboard’s ‘Proofread’ AI Feature?
Amazon expands Kindle Book Sharing for iOS, Android, and Fire Tablets!
Kindle ebooks have lots of advantages. They don’t take up space on your shelf, are easy to transport, and last forever. And if you have a family of readers, you’ll be happy to know that you only need to buy a book once, and everyone in the house can read the same title simultaneously! Readers can now seamlessly share their Kindle content on iOS, Android, and Fire Tablets … [Read more...] about Amazon expands Kindle Book Sharing for iOS, Android, and Fire Tablets!
Google’s New Reading Mode: Here’s How to Use It
Image credit: computerworld Google's new Reading Mode has been quite a hot topic, with many people trying them. It's a part of their accessibility feature, which apparently makes reading seamless for readers. It's also said to be an effective feature for people with learning disabilities like dyslexia and eye conditions like blindness or low vision. By using the Reading … [Read more...] about Google’s New Reading Mode: Here’s How to Use It
Google announces tweaks in the search algorithm to prioritize tablet-oriented apps
Now that the Google Pixel tablet is out of the wild, the next thing the Mountain View company will have to deal with is setting its house in order. That points to making its app ecosystem more conducive to supporting large screen devices, something that can be considered to be of prime importance besides making available a well put-together tablet hardware. Fortunately, changes … [Read more...] about Google announces tweaks in the search algorithm to prioritize tablet-oriented apps
Top Seven Best E-Reader Apps for Android
E-reading has become increasingly popular, allowing bookworms to carry their entire library on their Android devices. However, not all e-reader apps are created equal. Some offer unique features and a user-friendly interface, while others may be lacking in certain areas. If you're in search of the best e-reader app for your Android device, look no further. We have compiled a … [Read more...] about Top Seven Best E-Reader Apps for Android
Google Cross-Device Services can read an e-book or manga on both their Android phones and Chromebooks
The Cross-Device Services app from Google has been made available on the Google Play Store, over a year after the company announced its development. The app will enable Chromebook users to interact with select apps on their Android phones. Although not yet activated, the latest version of the app has reportedly started rolling out to Google Pixel phones. According to … [Read more...] about Google Cross-Device Services can read an e-book or manga on both their Android phones and Chromebooks
Android 14 will be great for E INK Android Tablets
Android is the most popular operating system for digital note-taking devices or e-notes. Bigme, Onyx Boox, Boyue, Dasung and others all use it. These brands have Google Play enabled to download millions of paid and free apps. Most of them were using Android 11 or 12 and skipped Android 13. The upcoming Android 14, though, is something they will all likely embrace when it comes … [Read more...] about Android 14 will be great for E INK Android Tablets
Google ordered to allow side-loading of apps by users in India and other app stores
In what is being seen as a major setback for Google, the Supreme Court in India has refused to stay the fine of Rs 1337 crore that the Competition Commission of India (CCI) had imposed on the Mountain View company earlier. As 9to5Google reported, the apex court also directed Google to pay 10 percent of the fine amount within a week. Things, however, do no settle there as there … [Read more...] about Google ordered to allow side-loading of apps by users in India and other app stores
Google allows Spotify to bill users directly
Google has announced it will be allowing Spotify and Bumble to use their own payment system to bill customers for subscriptions from right within their Android apps CNBC reported. This forms part of Google's new User Choice Billing feature that is aimed at providing users with more payment options when it comes to making in-app purchases. This also makes for a significant … [Read more...] about Google allows Spotify to bill users directly