Google is currently rolling out a new feature called 'Follow' for Android users. The news was shared with the public by the company's own Adrienne Porter Felt, an engineering director for Google Chrome. It is similar to the RSS feed aggregator called Google Reader that was run by Google back in 2005.Much like Google Reader, the new Follow feature allows users to follow … [Read more...] about Google Chrome adds a new ‘Follow’ feature for RSS updates on Android
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Many Apps are going to stop working on Android Jellybean
Google said it will be stopping support for the Android Jelly Bean. The company said the upcoming Google Play Services version is going to be the last that would be compatible with Jelly Bean. It is going to be the Google Play Services version 21.30.99 and is slated for release around August 2021.The Android Jelly Bean version was first released back in 2012 and comprised … [Read more...] about Many Apps are going to stop working on Android Jellybean
Does Android need a tablet-specific version similar to iPadOS?
It was in September 2019 that the iPad got its own dedicated OS – the iPadOS - for the first time ever. This sort of marks a coming of age for the world's most sought-after tablet device, almost a decade after it was first introduced back in April 2010. Prior to that, it continued with the iOS software which was primarily designed for the iPhone.That said, the iPadOS still … [Read more...] about Does Android need a tablet-specific version similar to iPadOS?
Android users will be able to turn off app tracking by end-2021
With Apple setting the ball rolling on making privacy almost uncompromisable for iOS users with its App Tracking Transparency feature, Google too has announced something similar that would make Android users off bound of advertisers.The feature, though similar in scope to that of Apple's App Tracking Transparency differs a bit when it comes to the actual … [Read more...] about Android users will be able to turn off app tracking by end-2021
New Google Entertainment Space system is designed for Android tablets
Google announced a new feature added to its Android tablet - Entertainment Space. That comes across as a new interface that is going to be exclusive to Android tablets and will serve as a one-stop window for all your entertainment needs, be it watching videos, shows, movies, listening to music, reading books, playing games, or whatever.From the looks of it, the … [Read more...] about New Google Entertainment Space system is designed for Android tablets
New Surface Duo 2 with better camera and 5G connectivity in the works
Here is some good news for Surface Duo fans - Microsoft is believed to be working on the successor to the device, which is expected to sport better specs, an updated camera along with 5G connectivity. This, if true, will address some of the biggest shortcomings with the Surface Duo, that of below-par specs and an underwhelming camera, both of which have been extremely … [Read more...] about New Surface Duo 2 with better camera and 5G connectivity in the works
Microsoft Surface Duo set to launch in more countries
The Microsoft Surface Duo has been among the more interesting devices the Redmond-based company has come up with in recent times. That's not just because it features a dual-screen setup; it runs the Google Android operating system as well. Unfortunately, it has failed to evoke the sort of interest among the masses as the company might have thought it would.Nonetheless, the … [Read more...] about Microsoft Surface Duo set to launch in more countries
Google is planning new privacy features
With Apple making it known its new App Tracking Transparency feature is going to be one of the biggest highlights of its upcoming version 14.5 update for both iOS and iPadOS, now Google has stated they too are contemplating something similar for the Android platform. However, it is not exactly clear right away to what extent Google intends to go before cutting off advertiser's … [Read more...] about Google is planning new privacy features
New Chuwi SurPad 10.1-inch tablet now selling for $259
The new Chuwi SurPad comes across as a nice 10.1-inch tablet with premium looks that easily belies its budget pricing. With an all-aluminum build and decent specs, the Chuwi SurPad is one tablet that operates in the same segment as a mid-range smartphone given its $259 price tag, which is inclusive of free shipping as well.Coming to its specs, the Chuwi SurPad comes powered … [Read more...] about New Chuwi SurPad 10.1-inch tablet now selling for $259
The Bmax MaxPad i10 4G LTE Android tablet costs just $140
Here is another tablet from China that begs attention, given its interesting spec sheet while also having an extremely affordable price tag. The tablet in question is the Bmax MaxPad i10, which offers a 10.1-inch display and an octa-core Unisoc T610 SoC on the other side of it.The Unisoc Tiger T610 again happens to be a version of the T618 chipset but sans the latter's … [Read more...] about The Bmax MaxPad i10 4G LTE Android tablet costs just $140
The Most Popular Free E-Book Reading Apps For Your Smartphone
With the rise of digital learning, most people have stopped visiting physical libraries. This is because, with E-book, you do not have to carry around a book. The common use of online reading has made E-book popular.Massive best reading apps for Smartphone are now available, and these applications offer books for educational, research and leisure purposes. The e-book is … [Read more...] about The Most Popular Free E-Book Reading Apps For Your Smartphone
The best Android e-readers of 2018
Android e-readers have really grown up this year and many brands are packing some serious hardware power to provide a robust experience. This is a far cry from a few years ago when single core processors and 512MB of RAM were the norm.Android e-readers have been around for the past four years and they initially had outdated version of the OS, which severely limited the … [Read more...] about The best Android e-readers of 2018
E-Readers that run Ice Cream Sandwich will lose access to Google Play
Google has announced that they are discontinuing support for Ice Cream Sandwich, which is Android 4.0 to 4.0.4. E-Readers that are running this version of Android will find a multitude of Google services will cease to function properly. This includes access to the Google Play Store, Gmail, Google Maps, data synchronization, and many other features.Google is also encouraging … [Read more...] about E-Readers that run Ice Cream Sandwich will lose access to Google Play
Google plans on forcing phone companies to push more updates
One of the big benefits of buying a Blackberry, iPhone or Google Pixel is the sheer amount of updates. These companies put a heavily emphasis on security and are always patching vulnerabilities so their devices are safe and secure. Apple and Google both constantly update their OS to the latest and greatest and most other flagship devices often fall by the wayside a year after … [Read more...] about Google plans on forcing phone companies to push more updates