Start your day on a high note with musical alarms on the Google Clock appStart your day on a high note with musical alarms on the Google Clock app

Reading Time: < 1 minuteStarting today, you’ll be able to wake up to your favorite music on Spotify with the Google Clock app. Swap out the classic alarm sounds for your favorite pump-up song, a calming soundtrack or a mood-boosting melody. To get started with musical alarms, make sure the latest versions of your Spotify and Clock apps are […]

Android has created more choice, not lessAndroid has created more choice, not less

Reading Time: 4 minutesIf you buy an Android phone, you’re choosing one of the world’s two most popular mobile platforms—one that has expanded the choice of phones available around the world. Today, the European Commission issued a competition decision against Android, and its business model. The decision ignores the fact that Android phones compete with iOS phones, something […]

Morse code input for Android with Arduino

Reading Time: 2 minutesMorse code input for Android with Arduino Arduino Team — July 12th, 2018 Morse code may not be as widely used as in its heyday, but it still certainly has its adherents. One avid user is Tanya Finlayson, who has been using this as her method of communication for roughly 40 years. Now, with the […]

MagPi 71: Run Android on Raspberry Pi

Reading Time: 3 minutesHey folks, Rob here with good news about the latest edition of The MagPi! Issue 71, out right now, is all about running Android on Raspberry Pi with the help of emteria.OS and Android Things. Android and Raspberry Pi, two great tastes that go great together! Android and Raspberry Pi A big part of our […]

Listen up: Google Podcasts is now on AndroidListen up: Google Podcasts is now on Android

Reading Time: 3 minutesWhether we’re listening to history lessons on the commute, news stories at the gym, or gripping mysteries while preparing dinner, podcasts have become an essential part of life. But, it can still be difficult to get started and find new shows you’ll love—and work still remains in making podcasts accessible and discoverable for all. Today, […]

Google for Brazil: Technology that serves people’s needs, wherever they may beGoogle for Brazil: Technology that serves people’s needs, wherever they may be

Reading Time: 5 minutesIt’s a constant challenge to ensure that technology works well for people with different needs around the world, especially where connectivity is limited and basic smartphones are the main gateway to the internet. Today, at our second annual Google for Brazil event in São Paulo, we shared updates on how we’re making our products work […]

Android P: Packed with smarts and simpler than everAndroid P: Packed with smarts and simpler than everVP of Product Management

Reading Time: 5 minutesTen years ago, when we launched the first Android phone—the T-Mobile G1—it was with a simple but bold idea: to build a mobile platform that’s free and open to everyone. Today, that idea is thriving—billions of people around the world rely on their Android phone every day. To make Android smarter and easier to use […]

Use your favorite password manager with Android OreoUse your favorite password manager with Android OreoDeveloper Advocate

Reading Time: 2 minutesSecurity experts recommend strong, unique passwords for each service that you use. For most of us, however, it can be difficult to manage credentials across multiple websites and apps, especially if you’re trying to keep track of everything in your head. In Android 8.0 Oreo, we made it simpler to use Autofill with a password […]

HP Sprocket Plus Review und Tips

Reading Time: 3 minutesDer neue HP Sprocket Plus ist ein kleines Wunder der Technik, nicht nur das die Fotos noch größer geworden sind als beim vorgänger. Auch der Akku haltet deutlich länger, und wir sind immer wieder begeister von der ZINK Technology , mit welche der kleine smarte mobile Drucker arbeitet. Das ist das was wir über die […]

In case you missed it: Android announcements at Mobile World CongressIn case you missed it: Android announcements at Mobile World CongressVP, Business & Operations

Reading Time: 3 minutesAndroid’s mission, from day one, has been to bring the power of computing to everyone. We’re proud that the platform has made mobile technology accessible and useful to billions of people over the last 10 years. While we continue to celebrate Android’s open platform, we’ve been working closely with our partners to bring a consistent […]

The best of Android and Google with Android Oreo (Go edition) and Android OneThe best of Android and Google with Android Oreo (Go edition) and Android OneSenior Vice President

Reading Time: 4 minutesMonday kicks off Mobile World Congress in Barcelona—the mobile industry’s largest trade show. Our partners will be announcing amazing new Android devices, you’ll be able to see the growing industry momentum around RCS, and we’ll be showcasing the latest from Google including Google Assistant and Lens. Before the show gets underway, I want to take […]

Say hello to a better way to pay, by GoogleSay hello to a better way to pay, by GoogleProduct Management DirectorEngineering Director

Reading Time: 3 minutesFast, simple checkout. Easy access to rewards and offers. One spot for purchases, passes, and payment methods. All of these are ways we’ve been working to make paying safer and easier for everyone, everywhere. And you can make the most of these features with the new Google Pay app for Android. The app, which begins […]

New devices and more: what’s in store for the Google Assistant this yearNew devices and more: what’s in store for the Google Assistant this yearVP, Engineering, Google Assistant

Reading Time: 5 minutesThe Google Assistant is your personal Google. It lets you have a conversation and ask about everything under the sun and, best of all, it’s available wherever you need help—at home or on the go. Over the past year, we’ve been working to bring the Assistant to more devices in more places and now it’s […]

New devices and more: what’s in store for the Google Assistant this yearNew devices and more: what’s in store for the Google Assistant this year

Reading Time: 5 minutesThe Google Assistant is your personal Google. It lets you have a conversation and ask about everything under the sun and, best of all, it’s available wherever you need help—at home or on the go. Over the past year, we’ve been working to bring the Assistant to more devices in more places and now it’s […]

Introducing Android Oreo (Go edition) with the release of Android 8.1Introducing Android Oreo (Go edition) with the release of Android 8.1Director of Product Management

Reading Time: 4 minutesSince Android’s creation, our mission has been to bring the power of computing to everyone. As a global operating system, Android has grown to more than 2 billion active devices around the world, with more users in India than the U.S. To make sure billions more people can get access to computing, it’s important that […]

Introducing Android Oreo (Go edition) with the release of Android 8.1Introducing Android Oreo (Go edition) with the release of Android 8.1

Reading Time: 4 minutesSince Android’s creation, our mission has been to bring the power of computing to everyone. As a global operating system, Android has grown to more than 2 billion active devices around the world, with more users in India than the U.S. To make sure billions more people can get access to computing, it’s important that […]

Android Pay goes local in Ukraine, Czech Republic, Brazil and SlovakiaAndroid Pay goes local in Ukraine, Czech Republic, Brazil and Slovakia

Reading Time: 2 minutesWhenever we launch Android Pay in a new market, we think about how to enable faster, easier checkout while taking into account the distinct payment habits of each place. Working with partners is a key part of creating a local experience. A few weeks ago, we launched Android Pay in Ukraine. Today, it’s available in […]

Android Pay goes local in Ukraine, Czech Republic, Brazil and SlovakiaAndroid Pay goes local in Ukraine, Czech Republic, Brazil and SlovakiaPali Bhat, VP of Product Management, Payments

Reading Time: 2 minutesWhenever we launch Android Pay in a new market, we think about how to enable faster, easier checkout while taking into account the distinct payment habits of each place. Working with partners is a key part of creating a local experience. A few weeks ago, we launched Android Pay in Ukraine. Today, it’s available in […]

Unlock your superpowers with Android Pay and Justice LeagueUnlock your superpowers with Android Pay and Justice League

Reading Time: 2 minutesIf you use Android Pay today, you’re in for a surprise. Like our beloved animations of space explorers, Halloween haunts, and Wimbledon players in the past, five of our Android bots have channeled their superpowers to become Justice League Super Heroes in celebration of the movie. Starting in the next few days through December 31, […]