This week brought major Android news, including Google's Assistant replacement, Samsung's One UI 7 progress, and a new HTC phone. Here's a recap of the key developments:
Headline News
Google Assistant's lifespan is ending. Google plans a complete switch to Gemini on Android devices later this year, following a year of Gemini feature enhancements to match Assistant's capabilities. Read more...
Samsung's upcoming One UI 7 (Android 15-based) update features a revamped "Now Bar" on the Galaxy S25. A recent update significantly improves this feature, likely in anticipation of the full One UI 7 release next month. Read more...
Microsoft Edge for Android now supports browser extensions, beating Chrome to the punch. The latest update includes an Extension Store with an initial 22 extensions. Read more...
Android 16 Beta 3 signifies Platform Stability, meaning the APIs and user-facing elements are finalized. The official release is just months away. Read more...
Despite discontinuation, the Chromecast with Google TV will receive an Android 14 update, introducing new features and improvements. Read more...
Samsung expands its One UI 7 beta program to include the Galaxy S23 series and Galaxy Tab S10, following a longer-than-expected wait. Read more...
HTC's return to the Android market continues with the Wildfire E5 Plus, a phone that lacks the innovative flair of its legendary predecessors. Read more...
Google acknowledges and is actively resolving reported issues with Google Messages, including slowdowns, loading failures, and blurry videos. Read more...
The latest Google Pixel feature drop update has caused screen and haptic feedback problems for some users. Caution is advised before updating. Read more...
Future OnePlus phones will replace the Alert Slider with a multi-function Action button, a significant departure from OnePlus' brand identity. Read more...
A creative modder created a sliding keyboard case, turning a Samsung Galaxy Note 10 into a makeshift mini-laptop. Read more...
Samsung is working to expedite the Android 16 rollout to its devices, learning from the delayed Android 15 deployment. Read more...
Android 16 will reintroduce lock screen widgets, a feature absent for over a decade. Read more...
Google's recent Gboard update has sparked mixed reactions among users due to significant design changes. Read more...
Other News
Apple's commitment to RCS end-to-end encryption will enhance security for Android-iPhone text conversations. Sonos cancelled its Android-based TV streaming device.
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