➀ ONEXSUGAR gaming handheld announced with dual-screen design and rotatable controllers; ➁ Runs on Qualcomm Snapdragon SoC with Android OS; ➂ Detailed specifications limited, more information expected as CES 2025 approaches
Recent #Android news in the semiconductor industry
➀ Google appeals a historic antitrust lawsuit ruling; ➁ The ruling threatens Google's $12.4 billion mobile gaming empire; ➂ Google argues that the changes requested by Epic could harm consumers and developers.
➀ Google has released the third beta version of Android 16 with new features like broadcast audio support, text outlining, and testing apps with LNP (Local Network Protection).
➁ This update is available only for developers on Pixel devices and is meant for early testing and feedback.
➂ The Android 16 system is scheduled for release in the second quarter of this year.
➀ Disco Elysium is being adapted for Android, offering a different take on the original game's formula; ➁ The game will feature new handpainted art and 360-degree scenes; ➂ Players can enjoy the first two chapters for free before purchasing the full game.
➀ Quectel Wireless Solutions introduces the SG882G, a high-performance Android/Linux smart module designed for industrial and consumer applications.
➁ The SG882G is equipped with a Qualcomm QCS8550 IoT chipset featuring a Kryo CPU, Adreno 740 GPU, and a 48 TOPS neural processing unit.
➂ It supports a wide range of interfaces and applications including video conferencing, live streaming, gaming, and AR/VR.
➀ MYIR has launched the MYD-LR3576-B IPC Box, designed for edge computing and commercial display applications.;
➁ The IPC Box features the Rockchip RK3576 processor, including four Cortex-A72 cores and four Cortex-A53 cores, a 6TOPS NPU, and a 3D GPU, along with 8GB LPDDR4X RAM and 64GB eMMC storage.;
➂ It supports Linux, Debian, and Android operating systems and comes with SDKs for these platforms, as well as comprehensive documentation.
➀ IDC forecasts smartphone unit sales to grow 2.3% in 2025, following a 6.1% increase in 2024.
➁ Android is expected to grow 40% faster than iOS in 2025, driven by a 5.6% increase in China, thanks to government subsidies.
➂ Despite iOS's 1.9% decline in China, it is forecast to grow globally by 1.8% due to strong U.S. growth.
➀ Amazon announced it is shutting down its 'Amazon Appstore for Android' this summer;
➁ The app store will stop supporting Android devices on August 20, 2025;
➂ Existing apps will continue to be available until August 20, but may not function after that date.
➀ Google has released the second beta of Android 16, its latest mobile operating system.
➁ The update includes camera enhancements, custom graphical effects, and motion capture.
➂ UltraHDR image support is added, with embedded gainmap similar to the existing UltraHDR JPEG format.
➀ Apple TV+ has been home to some of the best original TV shows and movies, but was not natively supported on Android or Google TV devices.
➁ Apple has now released a mobile app for Android and Google TV, offering a familiar and intuitive interface.
➂ The app includes features like Continue Watching and Watchlist, and supports streaming over Wi-Fi or cellular connections.
➀ Since the TikTok ban, the app has been removed from Google Play and App Stores;
➁ TikTok has created an alternative for Android users to download the app directly from its website;
➂ Steps to install the APK on Android devices are provided.
➀ Android 16 is expected to introduce a new split-screen feature allowing users to view and use three apps simultaneously; ➁ The feature is likely inspired by OnePlus Open Canvas multitasking; ➂ The design is flexible, allowing users to interchange the positions of the apps.
➀ The OnePlus 13 is available with great offers; ➁ Deals include $100 Amazon gift card with purchase; ➂ Best Buy offers $899.99 with a $100 store gift card; ➃ OnePlus offers $899.99 with free Buds Pro 3 earbuds or case.
➀ The article reviews the top 5 smartphones of 2024, highlighting the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold, Pixel 9 Pro XL, Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, OnePlus 12, and Apple iPhone 16 Pro/Pro Max. Each model is discussed in detail, focusing on their features, performance, and pricing. ➁ The article emphasizes the importance of considering the ecosystem and personal preferences when choosing a smartphone. ➂ It also mentions some honorable mentions like the Motorola Razr+, ASUS ROG Phone 9, and Nothing Phone (2a).
➀ NXP has acquired Aviva Links, which may drive the open-source interoperable system for mass-adoption of ADAS; ➁ Kioxia finally went public after years of failed offers, totaling $30 billion; ➂ Google announced Android XR, a new Android platform version designed for headsets and glasses with Gemini AI integration, with the first device to be built by Samsung; ➃ The British Army successfully destroyed flying drones using a high-energy laser weapon for the first time.
➀ Google has announced Android XR, a new version of the Android platform designed to bring Gemini AI to Android-based headsets and glasses; ➁ The platform promises to extend reality for exploration, connection, and creation; ➂ Samsung will build the first headset, codenamed Project Moohan, which will be available for purchase next year.
➀ Google has released the first developer preview of Android 16, marking the beginning of its next major update cycle; ➁ The preview includes new APIs for photo picker and health records, offering more control to developers; ➃ The Android 16 Developer Preview is scheduled for Q2 2025 release, with earlier SDK releases to support compatibility testing.
➀ Microsoft announced the release of a new Xbox app for mobile in May; ➁ The app was initially planned to launch in July but has been delayed due to legal issues; ➂ Microsoft's team has the functionality ready to launch as soon as the court makes a final decision; ➃ Google suggests that Microsoft has the ability to offer Xbox games on Android but has chosen not to.
➀ FakeCall malware has been discovered again with new advancements; ➁ It takes over Android's default call handler; ➂ Uses Android's accessibility services for control and features like recording and location access; ➃ Users are advised to be vigilant and use official app stores.
➀ Google's Pixel smartphones are known for their security due to constant Android updates; ➁ Researchers are finding that many devices lack exploit mitigations for their cellular basebands; ➂ Google is focusing on hardening its software with features like Bounds Sanitizer and Control Flow Integrity to protect Pixel users.
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