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We cover the latest Android software update news, relating to the operating system itself and apps.
Google says that the Android 12 beta is its most downloaded beta ever
The second Android 12 beta began rolling out a couple of days ago and it seems that this…
Huawei’s Watch GT 2 series of smartwatches will reportedly be updated to Harmony OS 2.0
June 2nd is the big day for Huawei and the continued development of its HarmonyOS software with version…
OnePlus is finally adding a theme store to OxygenOS
Customizing your phone with new wallpapers and icon packs is an easy way to making it unique to…
OnePlus 6 and 6T owners have a while to wait until the Android 11 update begins rolling out
Having initially been omitted by OnePlus in its Android 11 update schedule, the OnePlus 6 and 6T were…
[Updated: Also rolling out to TicWatch Pro 3 LTE] The big Wear OS H-MR2 update is finally rolling out to Mobvoi’s TicWatch Pro 3
It may be something of a cliche to say that Mobvoi's TicWatch Pro 3 is the King of…
Twitter is working on an Undo Tweet button – a feature that you might have to pay for
Ever since Twitter came on the scene, its users have been begging for the option to edit their…
The Beeper chat app is a subscription-based messaging app with iMessage support for Android
As Google perfects its Messages app Apple's iMessage app is still the gold standard when it comes to…
Android 11 OTA is rolling out to the TCL 10L
Having launched running Android 10 in 2020, it seems that the Android 11 update is now rolling out…
Samsung has begun rolling out the January 2021 Security Patch to the Galaxy S9 & S9+
It seems that time and time again we are praising Samsung for its efforts in keeping its vast…
Adobe Flash is dead and buried but you can still access your favorite Flash games and apps
It's the last day of the year which means it's time to say goodbye to the much-maligned (some…
![[Download] The 2MB Instagram Lite is the debloated Insta experience you need on your smartphone 11](https://www.talkandroid.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Instagram_Lite_TA.jpg)
[Download] The 2MB Instagram Lite is the debloated Insta experience you need on your smartphone
Bloat. It's a word that applies to so many apps that we use on our phones and tablets.…
Samsung has delayed the One UI 3.0 beta program for the Galaxy S10, Note 10, and Galaxy Z ranges
As the Galaxy S20 receives yet another beta build of One UI 3.0, it seems that Samsung is…
Samsung tries and mostly fails for the third time as it attempts to fix the Galaxy S20 FE’s touchscreen issues
We've reported on the touchscreen issues that Galaxy S20 FE owners are experiencing with the displays on their…
OnePlus 7 and 7T pick up a new OxygenOS Open Beta with the October security patch (in November)
Okay, sure, it's a little late in the year to talk about October security patches, but OnePlus is…
(Updated Nov. 4th) The November 2020 Security Patch has rolled out to these Samsung Galaxy devices so far
It'#s November which means that it's time to forget about the October Security Patch and start taking note…
Samsung Daily will soon be replaced by Samsung Free if anyone cares
For many owners of Android smartphones, swiping right brings the ever-helpful Google Discover page into view with news…
These are the Amazon Fire tablets getting the new Smart Home Device Dashboard feature
If you are the owner of one of an eligible Fire Tablet you'll be pleased to learn that…
Samsung’s One UI 3 beta program is now open to Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra in the US
Google officially launched Android 11 in its final guise on September 8th, and besides the new Pixel 4a…
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[Updated Oct. 19th] These unlocked Samsung Galaxy smartphones have received the October Security Patch so far
Samsung is rolling out the October Security Patch to a whole bunch of its smartphones in the US,…
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[Update: Now available to download] Pre-registrations for Netmarble’s BTS Universe Story are live on the Play Store
Netmarble has just announced that pre-registrations are live on the Play Store for its new mobile game, BTS…
Android 11 TV released, along with privacy, performance improvements and new features
Android 11 TV is arriving on the Android TV platform, enabling many features showcased during Google’s #11weeksofsummer virtual…
Android 11 has 117 new emojis so you don’t have to type out a message
Emojis are something that I never really notice unless I can't find one that matches what I want…
Nvidia Shield TV update brings new features and bug fixes
To say that Nvidia's original Shield TV has been incredibly well supported would be something of an understatement…
Microsoft Launcher 6.2 released, containing new features and bug fixes including landscape mode
Microsoft Launcher 6.2 has been released, and the updated version includes several new features and a number of…
Just received your new Pixel 4a? Sign up to the Android 11 beta here (Factory Image & OTA File available too)
Google's Pixel 4a launched back on August 3rd with orders in the US already having shipped and being…
Good news sports fans! The One UI 2.5 update is coming to Samsung’s Galaxy S9 and Note 9 (and a whole lot more)
When Samsung announced that it would provide three years worth of OS upgrades for handsets stretching as far…
Dark mode is finally rolling out to Google Chat
There is good news for G Suite users who communicate with team members via the Chat app in…
Nokia 1 Users Can Expect Android 10 to Arrive Soon
If you’re a Nokia 1 user, we have some great news for you: Android 10 is coming your…
WhatsApp is (finally) adding dark mode for the web and desktop, animated stickers, QR codes, and a whole lot more
After a long, long wait, WhatsApp is finally bringing dark mode to its web and desktop interfaces, along…
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[Updated with new firmware] Installed the Android 11 beta on your OPPO Find X2/X2 Pro? This is how to roll back to Android 10/ColorOS 7.1
We reported on the Android 11/ ColorOS 7.2 beta being ready to download for OPPO's Find X2 and…
MIUI 12 stable now rolling out to Xiaomi’s Mi 9, Mi 9T, Redmi K20, and Pro variants
A few months after the update's surprisingly early beta, Xiaomi has launched stable MIUI 12 for a few…
Latest Red Magic 5G update brings face unlock and support for third-party launchers, finally!
The Red Magic 5G is one of the phones we have in for review and it's fair to…
Android 10 is finally rolling out to the Moto G7 Play*
Having been marooned on Android 9 Pie since the handset launched in early 2019, it looks like the…
Google rolls out Android 11 Beta 1.5 to fix issues caused by Beta 1
As with anything in life, the first attempt doesn't always succeed which means you need to try, try,…
Amazon Fire Toolbox app revamps Fire tablets with Google services and other customisations
A new ADB tool allows users to unlock the full potential of Amazon's budget Fire tablets with Google…
The official Premier League app is now available on Huawei’s AppGallery
Soccer Football fans have suffered through more than three-months of COVID-19 lockdown, having to make do with watching…