Facebook-backed study claims default apps dominate on iPhone, Android

A new App Store study paid for by Facebook says that Apple and Google's own default apps dominate key categories, making it harder for third-party developers to compete.

William Gallagher 4 years ago 21

Apple's App Tracking Transparency driving advertisers to spend more on Android

Advertisers are reacting to the introduction of Apple's App Tracking transparency by changing their spending strategy, with an increasing shift to ad spends on Android.

Malcolm Owen 4 years ago 9

Lower 15% Google Play fee offered for Wear OS, Android Auto integrations

Google is offering Android app developers a lowered Google Play commission rate if they agree to add deeper integration for Google platforms like WearOS and Android Auto in their apps.

Malcolm Owen 4 years ago 17

Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos also coming to Apple Music on Android

The new Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos feature in Apple Music will also arrive on Android sometime in the future, Apple has confirmed on its website.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 1

FaceTime will now support Android and other devices from a browser

Apple will now allow users to plan FaceTime calls in advance, and the video calling platform will also support non-Apple devices like Android smartphones.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 24

Google to mimic Apple and tighten up Android privacy

Google is following in Apple's footsteps and making it harder for companies to track users on Android with a small policy change related to device identifiers.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 4

Apple refining AirTag privacy, Android anti-stalking app coming soon

Apple is reportedly working to increase the privacy of AirTags, which includes the planned launch of an Android app that will allow non-iPhone users to detect an unwanted tracking accessory.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 35

Apple TV app comes to Android TV devices

Apple has announced that its Apple TV app is now available for Android TV OS, bringing Apple TV+ content to more devices.

William Gallagher 5 years ago 3

Google made it hard for users to keep location data private

The aggressive collection of location data by Google and the difficulty for users to manage their privacy settings was known as problems by Google employees, lawsuit documents read, with employees declaring "Apple is eating our lunch."

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 18

Ex-Apple customer relations staffer fixes iPhone bug by switching to Android

Following months of Apple failing to resolve a common iPhone notification bug, a user claiming to be ex-Apple, has fixed the issue by buying a Samsung phone.

William Gallagher 5 years ago 28

Android 12's 'Material You' UI focuses on customizable colors

Android 12 will provide users with a more personalized appearance as part of its new interface, with the "Material You" concept offering dynamic color selections as well as easier summoning of the Google Assistant.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 12

Google driving 'password-free future' with new privacy features

At Google I/O the company said it will be stepping up its privacy options in its apps and services including an option to delete your last search query, with an ultimate goal of eliminating user passwords.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 7

Apple Music on Android will support Lossless, but not Dolby Atmos at launch

Android users who subscribe to Apple Music won't get all of the benefits of Apple's new additions, as it will include support for Lossless audio, but not Dolby Atmos at launch.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 4

Google's upcoming privacy changes won't match Apple's initiatives

Google is set to announce new privacy initiatives during Google I/O, but it appears that the Android changes will stop short of Apple's App Tracking Transparency and other programs.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 4

Apple Music for Android beta hints at lossless quality streaming

Code within the latest beta version of Apple Music for Android corroborates rumors that lossless streaming might be coming soon to the platform.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 7

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