Android 14
Nothing OS 2.5 based on Android 14 goes into beta for Nothing Phone (2)
The Nothing Phone (2) is preparing its Android 14 update, which is now in beta as Nothing OS 2.5.
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Xiaomi starts rolling out Android 14
Google just launched Android 14 for Pixel devices this week alongside the launch of the update in AOSP, and that’s opening the floodgates for more OEMs to release their implementations. Xiaomi is among the first, with the company starting its rollout of Android 14 this week with select devices.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle’s Android 14 statue goes all in on Upside Down Cake
With the launch of Android 14 on Wednesday, Google marked the occasion with a new statue that makes a nod to the dessert codename.
Expand Expanding CloseHere’s everything new in Android 14 QPR1 Beta 2 [Gallery]
Google’s next release of Android 14 QPR1 is now available and we are diving into Beta 2 to find what new features have been introduced.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Pixel gets a brand new software update dashboard in Android 14 QPR1 Beta 2
Just in time for Google’s major expansion to software updates on future Pixels, Android 14 QPR1 Beta 2 is bringing a new software update dashboard to Pixel devices.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid 14 QPR1 Beta 2 rolling out for Pixel
Google is rolling out Android 14 QPR1 Beta 2 to Pixel phones, Tablet, and Fold today ahead of the December launch.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid 14 with October security patch rolling out for Pixel
Following this morning’s announcement, Android 14 is now rolling out to the following Pixel devices: 4a 5G, 5, 5a, 6, 6 Pro, 6a, 7, 7 Pro, 7a, Tablet, and Fold.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid 14 adds sideways swipe to switch between personal and Work Profile in apps
With the launch of Android 14 today for Pixel, Google is highlighting new features for business and enterprise customers, like updates to Work Profile.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid 14 Feature Drop: Fold Dual Screen Interpreter, Tablet, and USB-C updates
With the launch of Android 14, Google is rolling out an October Pixel Feature Drop that particularly benefits the Fold and Tablet. It’s coming a month later than expected, with many of the additions part of the broader OS update.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle launches Android 14, rolling out today to Pixel
While there are a handful of meaningful Pixel additions and changes, Android 14 is not a particularly flashy launch, with Google choosing to refine the mobile OS, just like last year’s release.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid 14 rolling out to Pixel on October 4, according to carrier
In a repeat of the schedule from two years ago, Google looks to be rolling out Android 14 on the same day as the Pixel 8 launch event.
Expand Expanding CloseI wish Android 14 inspired as many app updates as iOS 17 did
Whenever Apple releases a major OS update, as it did last Monday with iOS 17, iPadOS 17, and watchOS 10, developers – both large but especially indie – release a slew of day one updates to support the latest platform features.
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Android 14 QPR1 Beta 1 feedback survey for Pixel now open
Following the launch last week, Google is now soliciting feedback with an Android 14 QPR1 Beta 1 survey. There are a handful of new user-facing features, as well as bugs. Google Wallet not working initially was problematic, but that has since been resolved.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle is putting search at the center of Android 14 QPR1
With Android 14 QPR1, Google is continuing to improve and rethink how searching for things can work on phones and tablets through a more immersive design and a new gesture.
Expand Expanding CloseYou can change your lock screen shortcuts on Pixel with Android 14
The newest version of Android allows users to switch out the static Wallet and Google Home shortcuts with other options. This quick guide will take you through switching lock screen shortcuts on Android 14.
Expand Expanding CloseUsing my Pixel as a webcam on Android 14 QPR1 is a game-changer
With the arrival of Android 14 QPR1 Beta 1, some Pixel phones – and eventually other Android devices – can now be used as a webcam for a PC, Mac, or Chromebook. This long-awaited feature is a real game changer, making high-quality video calls easy and affordable.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid 14 QPR1: Pixel Fold can move apps from the inner to outer screen
Besides letting you force aspect ratios, Android 14 QPR1 adds a “Continue using apps on fold” setting on the Pixel Fold.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Pixel phones will show battery cycle counts starting with Android 14 QPR1
Google just launched the first beta of Android 14 QPR1 today, and within it, there are some key changes and upgrades, including support for battery charge cycle counts on Pixel phones.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid 14 QPR1 adding ‘repair mode’ to Pixel phones, copying Samsung
Following the example of Samsung’s “Maintenance Mode,” Google is preparing a new “repair mode” for Pixel phones to keep your sensitive data safe when others are working on your phone.
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Android 14 QPR1 Beta 1 adds new ‘Metro’ lockscreen clock
One of the headlining features of Android 14, at least on Pixel phones, is the ability to customize your lockscreen clock. With the first beta release of Android 14 QPR1, an additional clock, “Metro,” has appeared.
Expand Expanding CloseHere’s everything new in Android 14 QPR1 Beta 1 [Gallery]
Google’s first preview of Android 14 QPR1 is now available and we are diving into the Beta 1 release to find what new features have been introduced.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle rolling out Android 14 QPR1 Beta 1 for Pixel
While we wait for a stable launch of the initial release, Google is already rolling out Android 14 QPR1 Beta 1 to Pixel phones, Tablet, and Fold.
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Google Photos prepares to adopt Android 14’s native share menu
Android apps, for a while, were adopting their own custom sharing menus, but that’s slowly going back to the way it should be. Android 14 revamps the share menu, and Google Photos seems to be preparing to replace its custom option with the system default.
Expand Expanding CloseSeptember Google System Updates: Android 14 browser gestures, more [U]
As part of the September 2023 Google System Updates, Android is set to gain better support for using a PIN with the FIDO2 security standard, among other improvements.
Update: Ahead of the expected October launch of Android 14, Google is now discussing the addition of stylus and trackpad gestures for Android’s built-in web browser.
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