#Android

Italy fines Meta 805 million euros for unauthorized access to Android users' photos and videos

Technology 11/14/2026, 20:40

Italian regulator GPDP has fined Meta 805 million euros for Facebook's unauthorized access to Android gallery photos and videos without separate consent. Approximately 20 million users in Italy were affected.

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HarmonyOS Surpasses 99 Million Devices: Huawei Nears Milestone

Technology 11/13/2026, 00:04

The number of devices running HarmonyOS has exceeded 99 million. Maintaining current growth rates could allow Huawei to surpass the 100 million milestone within the coming week.

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Google Automates Photo Transfer from Android to Windows: Quick Share Now Copies Media Without Cables or Cloud

Technology 11/06/2026, 13:15

Google has confirmed in the Play services v26.43 update that automatic photo and video transfer from Android smartphones to Windows PCs via Quick Share is rolling out — without cables or cloud storage.

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Xiaomi HyperOS 4: Massive Rollout Begins — 33 Devices to Update Starting Early November 2026, 82 Models on Total List

Technology 11/05/2026, 01:57

Xiaomi has confirmed the mass rollout of stable HyperOS 4: starting in early November 2026, 33 devices will update, with a total list of 82 models — 67 smartphones and 15 tablets. The third wave is expected in December.

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Secret Project Tamba Discovered in YouTube for Android Code: A Full-Fledged Social Network with Chats and Subscriptions

Technology 11/04/2026, 12:39

References to a closed project called Tamba—a social platform with subscriptions, group chats, and private messages—have been found in YouTube for Android build 21.44.534. The code is tied to a sandbox environment and supports both Android and iOS.

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Android 16 Becomes Most Widespread OS Version, But One in Four Smartphones Still Runs Outdated Software: Latest Fragmentation Stats

Technology 10/30/2026, 15:34

New Google Play statistics show Android 16 is now the most widespread version with a 25.4% share, but one in four smartphones still uses outdated software, while the newest Android 17 accounts for only 1%.

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Anthropic: AI Model Independently Develops Five Exploits Against Chrome, Safari, Android, Windows, and Linux

Technology 10/29/2026, 12:18

Anthropic's AI model, during closed Frontier Red Team trials, independently developed five exploits against Chrome, Safari, Android, Windows, and Linux, including passwordless root server access. All vulnerabilities have already been patched.

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Google Opens Registration for Third-Party Android App Stores: Starting December 1, Their Apps Will Install with a Single Tap, Just Like in the Play Store

Technology 10/28/2026, 18:17

Google has opened applications from third-party Android app stores for the Registered App Stores program. Starting December 1, their apps will install with a single tap and update in the background, just like in the Play Store.

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Real Android Lifespan: Why Smartphones Do Not Last for 10 Years

Technology 10/25/2026, 14:21

Experts revealed the real lifespan of Android smartphones, which is 3 to 5 years. Devices cannot last 10 years due to battery wear, hardware aging, and the termination of security updates.

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Calls from PC: How to Connect iPhone and Android to Windows 11 via Phone Link

Technology 10/19/2026, 12:22

Windows 11 allows you to make and receive phone calls directly from your computer via the Phone Link app. Connecting iPhone and Android differs in feature sets, and Bluetooth is mandatory for both device types.

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Samsung Preparing Galaxy OS: New AI-Powered System to Launch in 2028 Alongside Galaxy S28, But One UI Will Not Be Shut Down

Technology 10/18/2026, 13:22

Samsung is developing a new Android-based Galaxy OS system with deep AI integration. According to an insider, it will be unveiled in 2028 alongside the Galaxy S28, but One UI will not be shut down.

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Samsung Preparing Unprecedented Overhaul of One UI 10: Insider Confirms Massive Interface Changes

Technology 10/17/2026, 13:41

Insider Ice Universe reported that Samsung is preparing an unprecedented overhaul of the One UI 10 shell featuring an adaptive AI interface. The first device to receive it is expected to be the Galaxy Fold 9, though the company has not officially confirmed the information.

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Fake WhatsApp with 500,000 downloads spotted on Google Play: Copy promoted via sponsored ads

Technology 10/17/2026, 02:50

A fake copy of WhatsApp with over 500,000 downloads has been discovered on Google Play. The app masks itself as the original and was promoted via sponsored ads above the real messenger.

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Google quietly links phone numbers to all Android accounts: How it works and what to do

Technology 10/16/2026, 12:50

Google is automatically linking phone numbers to all Android accounts via a background verification feature without explicit consent. Developers enabled the option by default without announcing it; it can be disabled manually.

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How to Prepare Android and iOS Smartphones for Extended Power Outages: Useful Settings

Technology 10/15/2026, 17:57

How to set up Android and iOS smartphones to maximize battery life during extended power outages with useful tips and instructions.

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Four-meter humanoid robot Neo1 unveiled in China with a payload capacity of up to 500 kg in its hands

Technology 10/15/2026, 17:05

China's NeodraDynamics Robotics has introduced Neo1, a four-meter humanoid robot capable of lifting up to 500 kg with its arms for heavy industry tasks.

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From Baby Monitor to Console: 10 Practical Ways to Give Your Old Android a Second Life

Technology 10/10/2026, 13:41

Discover how to transform an old Android smartphone into a baby monitor, gaming console, offline navigator, or smart home hub for a second useful life.

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Google to Challenge EU Demand to Open Android to Alternative AI Assistants

Technology 09/29/2026, 21:01

Google plans to challenge EU Commission orders under the DMA requiring Android to open up to third-party AI assistants and search data, citing security concerns.

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