Google Launches New Resources for Android Desktop Mode

With Android heading to laptops this year, Google is ramping up its developer support for Desktop Mode in the mobile OS with new Desktop Experience guidance and an extensive Android design gallery.
Android Authority

Chrome on Android just became more desktop-like with this long-awaited feature

Google is rolling out pinned tabs to Chrome for Android. Pinned tabs stay fixed at the top of the tab grid and can’t be accidentally swiped away. A new docked horizontal bar keeps pinned pages ...
Android Police

I tried Chrome's vertical tabs and I'm never going back

Jon has been an author at Android Police since 2021. He primarily writes features and editorials covering the latest Android news, but occasionally reviews hardware and Android apps. His favorite ...
9to5google

Google adds Video Overviews to NotebookLM app on Android, iOS

NotebookLM is adding Video Overviews support and the ability to customize Infographics to the Android and iOS apps. Heading to the Studio tab reveals the option to generate Video Overviews right from ...
Android

Vertical Tabs Are Finally Coming to Google Chrome

After experimenting with the vertical tabs layout on testing builds, Google is finally moving closer to the stable release of the feature. It is now available in the public beta version of the browser ...
Gizmochina

Lenovo’s Idea Tab receives Android 16 update

Lenovo has begun rolling out the Android 16 update to its Idea Tab, bringing one of the platform’s most substantial upgrades since launch. This tablet first debuted with the Android 15 OS, and the ...
InfoQ

Android Studio Otter Boosts Agent Workflows and Adds LLM Flexibility

A monthly overview of things you need to know as an architect or aspiring architect. Unlock the full InfoQ experience by logging in! Stay updated with your favorite authors and topics, engage with ...
Forbes

Android Circuit: Galaxy S26 Ultra Design, Google’s Pixel Warning, OnePlus Turbo 6 Confirmed

Taking a look back at this week’s news and headlines across the Android world, including Galaxy S26 Ultra design leaks, Google’s Pixel update warning, OnePlus confirm next adventure, smartphone ...
9to5google

Chrome New Tab Page adds AI Mode, Incognito shortcuts on Android

Following desktop in July, Chrome for iOS and Android’s New Tab Page now has a shortcut for AI Mode, as well as Incognito. Chrome simply adds two pill-shaped buttons with accompanying icons underneath ...
Android

Android TV Simplifies Navigation: Discover Tab Merges with Home

Google is consolidating Android TV’s recommendations and watchlists by moving them from the Discover tab into the Home tab. The change aims to simplify navigation and align Android TV more closely ...
InfoQ

Android Studio Narwhal Extends Gemini AI Capabilities

Unlock the full InfoQ experience by logging in! Stay updated with your favorite authors and topics, engage with content, and download exclusive resources. Ludi Akue discusses how the tech sector’s ...