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Google’s Android Phone app now identifies spam callers

There’s nothing worse than answering a call from a number you don’t recognize and getting locked into an awkward sales or marketing call. Well, those incidents may be less frequent for many after Google added spam call detection to its phone app for Android.

5 years, 11 months ago

HummingBad malware infects 10m Android devices

Over 10m Android devices have been infected with a new piece of malware called HummingBad, according to security firm Check Point.

5 years, 11 months ago

Stagefright Exploit Reliably Attacks Android Phones

You may know that the Stagefright security flaw is theoretically dangerous, but it hasn't been that risky in practice -- it's just too difficult to implement on an Android device in a reliable way.

6 years, 3 months ago

Facebook Is Causing Serious Android, iPhone Problems

Two studies conducted by English heavyweight newspaper The Guardian have discovered that Facebook and its accompanying Messenger app are seriously impacting both the battery life and performance of Android and iOS smartphones and tablets.

6 years, 4 months ago

Did Google Just Kill the Need for Native Apps?

Google announced today that its search engine will now display content on Android apps even if the app itself is not installed on the device.

6 years, 7 months ago

The 9 Most Important Things from Google's Nexus Event

There weren't many surprises in Google's event today — everything from detailed phone specs to news of a Spotify Chromecast deal leaked in the past few weeks.

6 years, 9 months ago

Google Confirms 4,000 Apps and an Update Coming to Android Wear

Google’s Director of Engineering for Android Wear, David Singleton, has confirmed that Android Wear now has more than 4,000 specifically written apps for the wearable platform, and emphasized the watchword for the OS is, “choice.”

7 years, 1 month ago

There's an Android Bot Peeing on an Apple Logo on Google Maps

Sick of all the Apple Watch news today? You're in luck, because we have something completely different for you. An image of an Android mascot, also known as an Android bot or Bugdroid, peeing on an Apple logo has been discovered on Google Maps.

7 years, 2 months ago

Android Wear: Google’s Smartwatch Plans Come Into Focus

Its new mobile operating system, Android Wear, is tailored for smartwatches and other wearable devices. The software focuses on notifications and quick responses to show you information as you need it, while keeping interaction to a minimum

8 years, 3 months ago

Google Releases Nexus 5 Phone with Kit Kat

Google on Thursday released its latest candy-themed mobile operating system: Android 4.4, more deliciously known as Kit Kat.

8 years, 8 months ago

A Free Android App For Students In Business Studies

With the approach of the end of year exams, Sarvesh Nundalallee, Business Studies teacher at College Curepipe, launched Business Studies Volume 1, Wednesday, September 4, in collaboration with Knowledge Seven.

8 years, 9 months ago

Sony Xperia Tablet Z Aims for ‘World’s Thinnest’ Crown

With so few companies releasing high-end Android tablets these days, it’s kind of refreshing to see something like Sony’s Xperia Tablet Z.

9 years, 5 months ago

Tablets in 2013, What to Expect: The Next Nexus, iPad 5, iPad Mini 2 and …

Google entered the tablet market with not one, but two tablets, both of which offered the compelling combination of great specs and low prices.

9 years, 6 months ago

Mini Tablets: Size Matters in Christmas Battle Between Internet Giants

Sales war could determine whether Apple, Google or Amazon comes to dominate the fastest-growing area of computing

9 years, 6 months ago

25 Free Android Apps to Get You Started

A smart phone won’t get you too far without at least a few great apps, and Android’s no exception. As you customize your new phone to your liking, here are 25 of the best Android apps to get you started.

9 years, 7 months ago