Android

Google to require all Android 16 phones to use the Vulcan API

Summary: Android 16 will require devices to support Vulcan’s new Host Image Copy feature. This will improve gaming and 3D graphics performance, and reduce stuttering. It’s not hard to see why; this ...

Android 17: Everything we know so far

From app bubbles to 3D emojis and Gemini Intelligence, Android 17 is packed. Here's everything confirmed so far.
InfoQ

Android GenAI Prompt API Enables Natural Language Requests with Gemini Nano

Unlock the full InfoQ experience by logging in! Stay updated with your favorite authors and topics, engage with content, and download exclusive resources. Birgitta Böckeler, Distinguished Engineer at ...
AndroidGuys

Google TV Adds Gemini, Video Discovery API, and Android 16 Beta for Smarter TV Experiences

Google is pushing forward with major upgrades to its Android TV OS and Google TV platforms, which now serve over 270 million monthly active devices. With a clear focus on enhancing app engagement ...
Hackaday

Bootstrapping Android Development: A Survival Guide

Developing Android applications seems like it should be fairly straightforward if you believe the glossy marketing by Google and others. It’s certainly possible to just follow the well-trodden path, ...
Android Authority

Android's Advanced Protection Mode now targets your favorite customization, automation apps

Google is testing a feature for Advanced Protection Mode that restricts apps that use the AccessibilityService API unless they are classified as accessibility tools. When enabled, the system will ...
talkandroid.com

New Google Play API Gives Devs The Power To Block Sideloading

Editorial Note: Talk Android may contain affiliate links on some articles. If you make a purchase through these links, we will earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Learn more. One of the ...