Android
Pocket Casts adds clip sharing and support for transcripts
Pocket Casts adds clip sharing and support for transcripts – By Abner Li 9to5Google
The next notable update (version 7.72) for Pocket Casts on Android and iOS adds support for transcripts and video/audio clip sharing.
Android Has Five New Features Out Today
Android Has Five New Features Out Today – By Jake Peterson Lifehacker
Google hasn’t announced an official release date for Android 15, but it’s on its way. Sometime in October, we should see the new update hit compatible devices, and with it, new features and changes.
ChromeOS 128 rolling out: Snap groups upgrade splitscreens, Camera OCR, more – By Abner Li 9to5Google
Google is rolling out ChromeOS 128 starting today with a number of sizable updates for Chromebooks.
8 Things You Should Do to Keep Your Phone Running Smoothly
8 Things You Should Do to Keep Your Phone Running Smoothly – By Shan Abdul How-To Geek
While smartphones keep us entertained and connected to loved ones, we often neglect to give them the care they deserve. This lack of attention can lead to sluggish performance, a loss of visual appeal, and other issues. To keep your phone performing at its best, here are a few things you should do regularly.
Google Is Purging Android Apps From the Play Store
Google Is Purging Android Apps From the Play Store, and It’s for the Best – By Jason Dookeran How-To Geek
Not all Android apps are created equal, and it’s not only about usefulness. Sadly, the Google Play Store is littered with apps that are just copies of others. The Play Store is getting a purge, but the apps you use most probably aren’t going anywhere.
13 Things to Do With an Old Android Phone
13 Things to Do With an Old Android Phone – By Ismar Hrnjicevic How-To Geek
If you have an old Android phone or two lying around your house collecting dust, this article is for you. Phones are versatile devices that can do just about anything, so there’s no need to buy specialized gadgets when an old phone does the trick.
Use This Trick to Stop Your Android Phone From Auto Connecting to Bluetooth Devices
Use This Trick to Stop Your Android Phone From Auto Connecting to Bluetooth Devices – By Faisal Rasool How-To Geek
Bluetooth auto-connect can randomly switch your phone’s audio to nearby paired speakers or headphones. It does so without prompting you first and it can get pretty annoying. There’s no obvious way to stop this “feature” either. But there are workarounds.
Gmail moving low-priority emails to refreshed ‘Updates’ inbox on Android, iOS
Gmail moving low-priority emails to refreshed ‘Updates’ inbox on Android, iOS – By Abner Li 9to5Google
Google is rolling out a refreshed “Updates” inbox to Gmail for Android and iOS that aims to help users “focus on the emails that matter most.”
Simplified Google Maps bottom bar rolling out on Android
Simplified Google Maps bottom bar rolling out on Android – By Abner Li 9to5Google
The new Google Maps bottom bar, which we spotted at I/O yesterday, is starting to roll out on Android.
8 best apps that already offer passkey support on Android
8 best apps that already offer passkey support on Android – By Sanuj Bhatia Android Police
It’s 2024, and managing passwords is still a headache. Every app and service requires you to sign up and create an account, making password management a mess. Despite the availability of some of the best password management apps, the struggle persists. That’s why, back in 2022, the FIDO Alliance and major tech players like Apple, Microsoft, and Google joined forces to introduce passkeys.
Bitwarden launches passkeys support in mobile apps for Android and iOS
Bitwarden launches passkeys support in mobile apps for Android and iOS – By Martin Brinkmann Ghacks
Users of the password management solution Bitwarden are one step closer to full passkeys support.
Back Up and Sync Your Android Phone
How to Back Up and Sync Your Android Phone Directly to an External Hard Drive – By Bertel King How-To Geek
Cloud storage makes backing up data from a phone a seamless experience for most people. However, from privacy concerns to internet speed requirements, there are reasons to prefer a local backup.
How to Fix an Android Phone That Says “Emergency Calls Only”
How to Fix an Android Phone That Says “Emergency Calls Only” – By Joe Fedewa How-To Geek
You may occasionally see a somewhat cryptic message in the status bar of your Android device that says “Emergency Calls Only.” This message sounds concerning, but it’s probably not a big deal. There are a number of common causes and easy fixes you can try.
How to master the touchpad on a Windows laptop
How to master the touchpad on a Windows laptop – BY Digitak Citizen
If you have a Windows 11 or a Windows 10 laptop with a precision touchpad, you can use various gestures to interact with both the operating system and your apps. Did you know that you can use gestures that involve not just one or two fingers but also three or even four fingers?
How to Change the Size of Text, Icons, and More in Android
How to Change the Size of Text, Icons, and More in Android – By Joe Fedewa How-To Geek
Customization is one of the things that makes Android so great, but it’s for more than just aesthetics. If you have trouble seeing things, you can adjust the size of icons, text, and more. We’ll show you how.
Gmail’s unsubscribe button is rolling out on Android
Gmail’s unsubscribe button is rolling out on Android – By Manuel Vonau Android Police
Gmail has long offered a way to quickly unsubscribe from unwanted mass emails in its web app with a button right within the header. Just after this button underwent a design change to become more prominent, Google is finally giving that same option a prominent place in its Gmail Android app.