One UI 8 Gallery app brings improvements to background blur

Since Samsung’s Android 16-based One UI 8.0 leaked, and since the brand released it in the beta stage to the Galaxy S25 series, people have been scouring it for changes. We already reported many new features, performance improvements, and bug fixes it offers, and now, we have come across two new enhancements to the Samsung … Read more

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Samsung has officially confirmed the launch of its One UI 8 beta programme. The update, which is built on Android 16 and developed in partnership with Google, is initially being offered to the Galaxy S25 series. The first stable version of One UI 8 will arrive pre-installed on Samsung’s upcoming foldable flagships. The company describes … Read more

First look: Pixel’s ‘Magic Portrait’ frames your photos on the lock screen

Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR Pixel phones are gaining a “Magic Portrait” feature in the Android 16 beta to enhance lock screen wallpapers by framing cutouts of subjects. This new tool, found in the Pixel wallpaper app’s effects, automatically isolates part of an image and offers various frame shapes and background colors. Alternatively, users … Read more

Pixel Magic Portrait: Lock Screen Photos

Archyde: Latest World News, Economy, Entertainment, Health, Technology & Sports Updates “`html Google Pixel’s AI-Powered Wallpaper Customization: A Glimpse into teh Future Google Pixel’s AI-Powered Wallpaper Customization: A Glimpse into the Future The future of mobile personalization is here, and it’s being painted with the power of artificial intelligence. Google Pixel is leading the charge … Read more

New Android 16, Gemini AI and everything else to expect at Tuesday’s keynote

Google I/O, the search giant’s annual developer conference, kicks off on Tuesday, May 20. The event is arguably the most important on the company’s annual calendar, offering the opportunity for the company to share a glimpse at everything it has been working on over the past year — and contextualize its biggest priorities for the … Read more

Google accidentally reveals new Android design language, Material 3 Expressive: Here’s what changes it may bring to Android 16

Google accidentally revealed the details about its upcoming Android design language, Material 3 Expressive, ahead of the official announcement. The details, which were found in a now-deleted blog post, highlight Google’s focus on creating a more emotionally engaging and user-friendly interface. The Material 3 Expressive design language is set to debut at Google I/O 2025. … Read more

What to expect from Android 16, Android XR and Gemini

In a couple of weeks, Google’s annual developer conference will kick off on . The event is probably the most important on the company’s calendar, offering a glimpse at everything it has been working on over the past year. Judging from rumors and information Google has trickled out, I/O 2025 should be one of the … Read more

Gemini: Google’s Personal Assistant Preview

Google’s Gemini AI assistant to Get Major Upgrade, Aiming for⁣ Proactive Personalization MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. (AP) — ⁢Google is preparing to significantly enhance ‍it’s ⁤Gemini AI assistant, with a focus on ⁢personalization ⁤and proactive assistance, according to Josh‍ Woodward, Vice President of ⁤Google Labs and Gemini. The upgrades are ⁣expected to ⁤be unveiled at the … Read more

Android TV, Auto & Gemini: Google’s 2025 Projects

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Google to roll out Android 16 feature that reboots unused phones after three days to deter theft

NEW YORK, April 16 — Apple did it with iOS, now it’s Google’s turn to integrate a new security feature in Android that automatically restarts the smartphone after a certain period of inactivity. The aim is to prevent a thief or any unauthorised person holding the device from accessing sensitive data. According to Android Authority, … Read more