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6 hidden Android features every user should know - and how they make life easier

Alex Tai/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty ImagesI've been using Android since version 1.5, so it's not often that a feature catches me off guard. You can imagine that when I do come across an unfamiliar Android feature, it's an …

Google Pixel 9a Now Officially Available In Malaysia

Google’s latest smartphone, the Pixel 9a, is now available for purchase in Malaysia starting today. Priced at RM2,699 for the 128GB trim and RM3,199 for the 256GB, the mid-range model is offered via the official Pixel store on Shopee and Lazada, as well as …

Japan Orders Google to Cease Pre-Installing Search Engine on Android Devices

Japanese authorities have told Google to stop doing something they believe is unfair: automatically placing its search engine on Android smartphones sold in the country. As reported by AP Business, this is the first time Japan has taken such strong action …

Google Gemini can now answer weirdly specific personal questions using Photos, and I don’t know whether to be impressed ...

Want to know a quick answer to what birthday party themes you’ve hosted in the past or what your driver's license number is? Google Gemini can now answer those questions and more by accessing the Google Photos Library. The feature, which uses AI to …

Google Rolls Out New Auto-Restart Feature To Boost Android Security And Protect User Data

Google is stepping up its security measures for Android devices with the rollout of a new update to Google Play Services. This is a core component of Android that provides essential functionality for both apps and the operating system itself. As part of …

Google faces antitrust probe in Japan over smartphone OEM deals

The Japan Fair Trade Commission (JFTC) has issued a “cease and desist” order against Google, requiring it to stop dictating that Android handset makers bundle its search engine and apps, a move that could reshape how the tech company operates in Japan.In a …

A handy new Android memory superpower

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Android Phones to Reboot Automatically After Three Days of Inactivity

Google has rolled out a new security update that will make Android phones automatically restart if they remain locked for three straight days.  This update was added on Monday through changes to Google Play services, which support both Android apps and …

Opera Mini browser gains support for Aria AI Following the availability of its Aria AI service on its desktop and mobile ...

The Opera Mini browser is popular amongs users because of its data savings and speed. (Image source: Opera) Following the availability of its Aria AI service on its desktop and mobile browsers, Opera has decided to bring it to the Opera Mini browser. …

Google Introduces Auto-Reboot Security Feature for Locked Android Devices

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Google has introduced a new security feature in the Android operating system that will automatically reboot a device if left unopened for three consecutive days. This feature is aimed at protecting user data and preventing unauthorized …

Google Pixel 9a available for purchase now in India: Features, price

Google Pixel 9a available for purchase now in India: Features, price | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Google’s newly launched Pixel 9a is now available for purchase in India with availability across Flipkart, Croma, and Reliance Digital. Launched on …

Android devices to auto-reboot after three days of inactivity in latest Google security update

Tech major Google has introduced a new security feature for Android devices that automatically reboots phones and tablets if they remain locked for three consecutive days, as per a blog post by the company. The feature, part of Google Play services update …

Your Android phone will now reboot automatically if left locked for 3 days

In a quiet but impactful update, Google is rolling out a new feature that will automatically restart your Android phone or tablet if it stays locked for three consecutive days, and it's all about protecting your data. The change is part of the latest …

Japan orders Google to stop pushing smartphone makers to install its apps

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Tech layoffs in 2025: Google, Microsoft, Meta, and other tech giants cut jobs amid restructuring

Google, Microsoft, Meta, and other tech giants cut jobs amid restructuring The technology sector is undergoing yet another wave of workforce reductions in 2025, following an already turbulent 2024 marked by widespread layoffs. As companies shift their …

Google rolls out 'inactivity reboot' security feature to Android phones

Samsung Auto is the new rival to Google's Android Auto and Apple's CarPlay

Credit: BMWGoogle’s Android Auto and Apple's CarPlay are two of the top smartphone integration platforms that let you mirror the features of your smartphone to your car’s dashboard. However, with the One UI 7 update, Samsung has released its own …

Aria AI is now available in Opera Mini on Android

Opera is expanding its in-browser AI efforts to more users. Following the recent announcement of AI-powered tab features in the desktop browser, Opera is now bringing its Aria AI assistant to more users by integrating it into Opera Mini, a mobile browser …

Opera adds its Aria AI assistant to Opera Mini on Android

Norway-based browser company Opera said today that it is making its AI assistant Aria available on its Opera Mini browser for on Android.  Aria AI can help users get the latest news and information on different topics, learn more about various subjects, …

Morgan Lim on Xraised: A Fresh Look at Sales Through the Lens of Time

Author and Sales Trainer, Strategist Shares a Time-Based Approach to Sales Performance and Precision SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA, CA, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In his recent interview with Xraised, Morgan Lim—sale trainer, …

MatchAwards Welcomes Digital Marketing Expert Fredrick Muriithi as an Economic Development Organization (EDO) Partner

MERU, MERU, KENYA, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MatchAwards, the cutting-edge ITO-powered economic development platform, is redefining how businesses, governments, and investors connect to funding and growth opportunities. Fueled by the …

Matías Lambert, CEO of Iquall Networks, Publishes AI-Driven Autonomous Networks: A Strategic and Technical Guide

A practical guide by Matías Lambert to help telecom leaders build autonomous networks—brick by brick—with AI, automation, and industry frameworks. MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Matías Lambert, CEO of Iquall …

IDMR Announces Version 5

A Customer-Driven Redesign Enhancing Efficiency, Compliance, and Usability in Aviation CMS/DMS NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- IDMR, a leading provider of aviation document management and process …

PowerNet by Benton REA merging with Advanced High Speed Internet

YAKIMA, WA, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Advanced High Speed Internet, a leading locally owned internet service provider operating in Yakima, Washington, announced today their acquisition of Prosser based Wireless Internet …

VARStreet Inc. Enhances its ‘ Back Office Users Management’ Module with New Functionalities

VARStreet Inc. upgrades its ‘Back Office Users Management’ Module to support custom roles and enhanced access control. BURLINGTON, MA, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- VARStreet Inc., a leading provider of integrated eCommerce …

From RAG to Bento Box: Raghu Para Redefines Enterprise AI with Strategic, Scalable Design 

Raghu Para introduces a scalable, design-first AI framework, turning complex RAG systems into streamlined enterprise solutions. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a wide-ranging interview with AI Time Journal, …

Zuper Named an IDC Innovator for Field Service Management Applications

SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Zuper, a leader in intelligent field service management solutions, has been named an IDC Innovator in the IDC Innovators: Field Service Management Applications, 2025 (doc # …

Velatura Unveils Consent Manager+ with J&B Medical

First-of-its-kind AI-driven consent management platform empowers patients, clinicians, and administrators NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Velatura Public Benefit Corporation (Velatura), the country’s premier …

Elphi Launches New Borrower Point of Sale, Enhancing Its End-to-End Mortgage Origination Platform

Elphi expands its proven LOS with a new Borrower POS - delivering private lenders a powerful, end-to-end platform to streamline loan origination. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Elphi, a leading mortgage loan …

Ripple Effect Strengthens High-Tech Focus, Expands PR Team to Meet Growing Demand for AI-Driven Software Expertise

Ripple Effect Communications Strengthens Position to Help High-Tech Innovators Navigate the AI Landscape BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ripple Effect Communications, an integrated marcom and PR agency renowned …

As Search Traffic Collapses, Brandlight Launches to Help Brands Tap AI for Product Discovery

Company raises $5.75M to lead the shift toward AI Engine Optimization NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Brandlight, the first-of-its-kind AI Insights and Influence System, has emerged from stealth with $5.75 …

webFEAT Complete Unveils New 'Answer Engine Optimization' (AEO) Strategy to Maximize Visibility and Drive Growth

webFEAT Complete launches AEO services to boost visibility, using AI, voice search, and structured content to help businesses dominate search results. CINCINNATI, OH, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- webFEAT Complete, a leader in …

Arbisoft Strengthens U.S. Presence and Expands Global Footprint with New Office in MENA Region

Arbisoft has expanded its presence in the U.S. with a new office in Plano, Texas, and in the MENA region with an office in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. PLANO, TX, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Arbisoft Strengthens U.S. …

Wingu Africa Appoints Tigest Damtie as General Manager, Ethiopia Sales

Wingu Africa appoints Tigest Damtie as GM: Ethiopia Sales, strengthening local leadership to drive growth and client success in a key regional market. ADDIS ABABA, ADDIS ABABA, ETHIOPIA, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bringing experienced …

WhoisFreaks Aligns Efforts with Microsoft to Launch Security Copilot Plugin for AI-Powered Domain Intelligence

LAHORE, PUNJAB, PAKISTAN, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- WhoisFreaks, a leading provider of domain’s WHOIS and DNS data intelligence services, has announced the launch of its powerful new Security Copilot Plugin, built in collaboration with …

New AI meA groundbreaking machine learning technique, Counterfactual

GA, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A novel approach called Counterfactual Synthetic Minority Oversampling Technique (SMOTE) has been developed to tackle the persistent issue of imbalanced data in healthcare. Traditional …

JMXi Recognized on 2025 CRN® Tech Elite 250 List

This prestigious annual list honors IT solution providers that have earned the highest level of technical certifications from leading technology vendors. ST. PETERSBURG, FL, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- JMXi, a leader in …

Evident Announces Launch of EviSmart QC: Ai-Powered Quality Control for Prescriptions and Scans

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Evident, a leader in digital dental solutions, today announced the launch of EviSmart QC, a revolutionary new tool within the EviSmart platform. EviSmart QC leverages …

AI-powered intrusion detection system outperforms traditional methods in securing loT networks

GA, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A recent study introduces an advanced anomaly-based intrusion detection system (IDS) designed to address the increasing cyber threats targeting Internet of Things (IoT) devices. By combining …