Android Authority

Android 16's enhanced Advanced Protection will let apps know when you're serious about security

The latest Android 16 beta has added an API that lets apps check if the user has enrolled in Advanced Protection. Advanced Protection is an enhanced security mode that beefs up account security, ...
Android Authority

Android 16 could let apps show Dynamic Island-like notifications

Google may introduce a new API that lets apps create Rich Ongoing Notifications in Android 16. Rich Ongoing Notifications will appear as chips in the status bar. The feature seems somewhat like ...
TechSpot

Android 16 preview now available, signals major changes in release cycle and APIs

Why it matters: This accelerated and more frequent release cycle is a significant shift in Android's development strategy. By aligning more closely with device manufacturers' schedules and offering ...
The Verge

Android 14 will make it easier for apps to support passkeys soon

Google’s Credential Manager API rollout should encourage more Android apps to support passwordless login with passkeys. Google’s Credential Manager API rollout should encourage more Android apps to ...
Android Police

Apps can now see when Android 16's high-security mode is enabled and react accordingly

Dua Rashid has been working as a consumer tech journalist since 2020. She's worked for a bunch of tech publications, including Gizmodo, IGN, PCMag, BuySide from WSJ, Digital Trends, and TechRadar, ...
The Verge

Eve’s Android app is finally almost here, thanks to Google’s new Home APIs

Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. With Google opening up its smart home platform, the once Apple-only smart home company Eve says development of ...

Android 17 Beta 2 Launch: Bubbles Windowing Mode, EyeDropper API, and Connectivity Enhancements

Google released Android 17 Beta 2, advancing system APIs and developer tools ahead of the stable release expected later this ...