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Google I/O 2026: From Android 17 to New AI Features, What to Expect From Google's Annual Developer Conference
Google I/O 2026 is all set to return in the summer as the company’s one of the biggest showcases of the year. It is expected to outline its roadmap across artificial intelligence (AI), Android, and developer tools. With the 2026 edition of the annual developer conference, technology enthusiasts and developers can also look forward to developments...
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Android 17 Beta 3 Update to Bring Notification Rules With Granular Control for Apps, Contacts: Report
Google is said to be working on a new way to further refine notifications on Android. According to a report, references to a feature dubbed Notification Rules were spotted in Android 17 Beta 3. The system will reportedly provide users with more granular control over notifications from apps and individual contacts, moving beyond existing app-level c...
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Apple Announces WWDC 2026 for June 8; to Showcase Advancements in AI, Software
Apple will host its latest edition of the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in June, the company announced on Monday. Continuing the trend of yesteryears, it will be a five-day affair that is expected to begin with a special event keynote by Apple CEO Tim Cook. At WWDC 2026, the Cupertino-based tech giant will spotlight the latest advancements...
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How to Bypass Android's 24-Hour Delay and Install Third-Party Apps on Your Phone
Google has revamped the security policies on Android, with regard to apps that are downloaded through sources other than the Google Play Store. Among the major changes to ensure security is the implementation of a 24-hour waiting period to sideload apps from developers who are not verified. The company claims this measure aims to curb scams and mal...
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Carl Pei Says ‘Apps Are Going to Disappear’ as Smartphones Become More Agentic
Nothing CEO Carl Pei predicted that in the future, apps on smartphones will be replaced by artificial intelligence (AI) agents. Speaking at South by Southwest (SXSW), the executive suggested that the current app-centric model is “boring” and largely unchanged for 20 years. He highlighted that using a smartphone to complete a task today feels li...
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Uber Begins Autonomous Taxi's in Abu Dhabi - We Took a Ride With Sachin Kansal, CPO at Uber
NDTV Auto experienced Uber's Autonomous ride sharing firsthand and spoke to Sachin Kansal, Uber's Chief Product Officer, about how the selfdriving system works, the safety protocols behind Level 4 autonomy, and the company's vision for deploying autonomous mobility in developing markets.
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Google Play Store Starts Warning Users About Android Apps That Cause Excessive Battery Drain
Google has started warning users about Android apps that consume excessive battery due to high background activity. The Google Play Store will now display warning labels on apps that cause excessive battery drain. The apps which repeatedly cross the "Excessive Partial Wake Lock" threshold will be excluded from Play Store recommendations. Affected a...
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OxygenOS 17 Could Offer Improvements to Performance and Camera Zoom on OnePlus Phones, Early Leak Shows
OnePlus may be developing OxygenOS 17 based on Android 17, with leaks suggesting a focus on smoother performance and improved efficiency. The update could bring more fluid animations, fewer frame drops, and better interface transitions. Camera zoom may also become more seamless with reduced lag. Reports mention deeper optimisations such as improved...
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iOS 26.4 Beta 1 Rolled Out With iPhone Security Improvements, Video Podcasts as Apple Tests RCS Encryption
Apple has started rolling out the first beta version of the iOS 26.4 update for developers. The new firmware version brings various new features and design changes. The company has announced that the beta version introduces the new video podcasts functionality for the Apple Podcasts app, which allows users to stream video podcasts using the HTTP Li...
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Anthropic Reportedly Working on a Claude Cowork-Like Feature for iOS
Anthropic is reportedly working on a new feature for Claude’s mobile app. As per the report, the feature is dubbed Claude Tasks, and it is said to be focused on automation. The new feature is reportedly similar to Claude Cowork, the company’s automation tool for desktop. Tasks was reportedly spotted in the iOS version of the app, but it might a...
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Apple Reportedly Delays Contextual Awareness and Other Advanced Siri Features Planned for iOS 26.4 Release
Apple is said to have delayed a set of next-generation Siri features that were expected to debut with iOS 26.4. According to a seasoned journalist, the update was anticipated to bring more advanced contextual understanding, a personalised version of Siri, and deeper app integration to the company’s voice assistant, but development challenges appe...
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Apple, Google Make Four Commitments to Improve Fairness and Transparency in App Stores
Apple and Google have agreed to make four changes to their respective app stores to make the marketplaces fairer and more transparent to third-party developers. The announcement was made by the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) on Tuesday after it raised questions about the company’s duopoly in the mobile application sector.
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Apple, Google Agree App Store Changes Under New UK Regulations
Apple and Google have agreed to make their mobile app stores fairer and more transparent for thousands of developers, Britain's antitrust regulator said on Tuesday, hailing it as important first steps in its tougher regime.
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Gemini Screen Automation Feature to Control Apps on Android Phones Spotted in Development
Google is said to be working on new agentic features for Gemini. The APK teardown of the Google app version 17.4 beta reportedly reveals a new Gemini agentic feature known as “Get tasks done with Gemini". The Labs feature is reportedly shown with strings explaining that “Gemini can help with tasks, like placing orders or booking rides, using sc...
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Apple Allows Third-Party App Stores, Relaxes Payment Restrictions in Japan to Comply With MSCA Act
Apple has introduced major changes to iOS and the App Store in Japan under the Mobile Software Competition Act, effective December 18. Rolled out with iOS 26.2, the update allows alternative app marketplaces, new payment options, and user choice for default apps. Apple has also updated fees, introduced safeguards for security and child safety, and ...
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Google I/O 2026: From Android 17 to New AI Features, What to Expect From Google's Annual Developer Conference
Google I/O 2026 is all set to return in the summer as the company’s one of the biggest showcases of the year. It is expected to outline its roadmap across artificial intelligence (AI), Android, and developer tools. With the 2026 edition of the annual developer conference, technology enthusiasts and developers can also look forward to developments...
-
Android 17 Beta 3 Update to Bring Notification Rules With Granular Control for Apps, Contacts: Report
Google is said to be working on a new way to further refine notifications on Android. According to a report, references to a feature dubbed Notification Rules were spotted in Android 17 Beta 3. The system will reportedly provide users with more granular control over notifications from apps and individual contacts, moving beyond existing app-level c...
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Apple Announces WWDC 2026 for June 8; to Showcase Advancements in AI, Software
Apple will host its latest edition of the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in June, the company announced on Monday. Continuing the trend of yesteryears, it will be a five-day affair that is expected to begin with a special event keynote by Apple CEO Tim Cook. At WWDC 2026, the Cupertino-based tech giant will spotlight the latest advancements...
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How to Bypass Android's 24-Hour Delay and Install Third-Party Apps on Your Phone
Google has revamped the security policies on Android, with regard to apps that are downloaded through sources other than the Google Play Store. Among the major changes to ensure security is the implementation of a 24-hour waiting period to sideload apps from developers who are not verified. The company claims this measure aims to curb scams and mal...
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Carl Pei Says ‘Apps Are Going to Disappear’ as Smartphones Become More Agentic
Nothing CEO Carl Pei predicted that in the future, apps on smartphones will be replaced by artificial intelligence (AI) agents. Speaking at South by Southwest (SXSW), the executive suggested that the current app-centric model is “boring” and largely unchanged for 20 years. He highlighted that using a smartphone to complete a task today feels li...
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Uber Begins Autonomous Taxi's in Abu Dhabi - We Took a Ride With Sachin Kansal, CPO at Uber
NDTV Auto experienced Uber's Autonomous ride sharing firsthand and spoke to Sachin Kansal, Uber's Chief Product Officer, about how the selfdriving system works, the safety protocols behind Level 4 autonomy, and the company's vision for deploying autonomous mobility in developing markets.
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Google Play Store Starts Warning Users About Android Apps That Cause Excessive Battery Drain
Google has started warning users about Android apps that consume excessive battery due to high background activity. The Google Play Store will now display warning labels on apps that cause excessive battery drain. The apps which repeatedly cross the "Excessive Partial Wake Lock" threshold will be excluded from Play Store recommendations. Affected a...
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OxygenOS 17 Could Offer Improvements to Performance and Camera Zoom on OnePlus Phones, Early Leak Shows
OnePlus may be developing OxygenOS 17 based on Android 17, with leaks suggesting a focus on smoother performance and improved efficiency. The update could bring more fluid animations, fewer frame drops, and better interface transitions. Camera zoom may also become more seamless with reduced lag. Reports mention deeper optimisations such as improved...
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iOS 26.4 Beta 1 Rolled Out With iPhone Security Improvements, Video Podcasts as Apple Tests RCS Encryption
Apple has started rolling out the first beta version of the iOS 26.4 update for developers. The new firmware version brings various new features and design changes. The company has announced that the beta version introduces the new video podcasts functionality for the Apple Podcasts app, which allows users to stream video podcasts using the HTTP Li...
-
Anthropic Reportedly Working on a Claude Cowork-Like Feature for iOS
Anthropic is reportedly working on a new feature for Claude’s mobile app. As per the report, the feature is dubbed Claude Tasks, and it is said to be focused on automation. The new feature is reportedly similar to Claude Cowork, the company’s automation tool for desktop. Tasks was reportedly spotted in the iOS version of the app, but it might a...
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Apple Reportedly Delays Contextual Awareness and Other Advanced Siri Features Planned for iOS 26.4 Release
Apple is said to have delayed a set of next-generation Siri features that were expected to debut with iOS 26.4. According to a seasoned journalist, the update was anticipated to bring more advanced contextual understanding, a personalised version of Siri, and deeper app integration to the company’s voice assistant, but development challenges appe...
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Apple, Google Make Four Commitments to Improve Fairness and Transparency in App Stores
Apple and Google have agreed to make four changes to their respective app stores to make the marketplaces fairer and more transparent to third-party developers. The announcement was made by the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) on Tuesday after it raised questions about the company’s duopoly in the mobile application sector.
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Apple, Google Agree App Store Changes Under New UK Regulations
Apple and Google have agreed to make their mobile app stores fairer and more transparent for thousands of developers, Britain's antitrust regulator said on Tuesday, hailing it as important first steps in its tougher regime.
-
Gemini Screen Automation Feature to Control Apps on Android Phones Spotted in Development
Google is said to be working on new agentic features for Gemini. The APK teardown of the Google app version 17.4 beta reportedly reveals a new Gemini agentic feature known as “Get tasks done with Gemini". The Labs feature is reportedly shown with strings explaining that “Gemini can help with tasks, like placing orders or booking rides, using sc...
-
Apple Allows Third-Party App Stores, Relaxes Payment Restrictions in Japan to Comply With MSCA Act
Apple has introduced major changes to iOS and the App Store in Japan under the Mobile Software Competition Act, effective December 18. Rolled out with iOS 26.2, the update allows alternative app marketplaces, new payment options, and user choice for default apps. Apple has also updated fees, introduced safeguards for security and child safety, and ...
