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Fitbit may eventually become a pre-installed app on Android phones
The right fit? The launch of the Oppo Find X8 series hints that the Fitbit app might become a core part of the Android experience.
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau finalizes rule to supervise apps like Google Wallet
Watchdog Big tech companies ended up creating "critical financial tool," hence why the CFPB wants oversight.
Android 16 could go 'even dimmer' in a more convenient way for users
Changes for Convenience Google was spotted reworking its "Extra Dim" feature in Android 16 Developer Preview 1.
Upgrading to a new phone? Android can now keep your apps signed in after restoring from a backup
Smarter switching Google finally figured out a way to save your app login status when switching to a new device.
Australia wants to impose the strictest social media ban for kids yet
Hammer down The hard and fast proposed changes would ban all kids under 16 from social media, regardless of parental consent.
YouTube Music's Now Playing controls are moved around in latest test
Switch around YouTube is testing a fresh look for YouTube Music playback controls, and they're inspired by the main YouTube app.
Google calls out the DOJ for its 'extreme' plan to break up its search business
heavy-handed approach Google slams the DOJ's over-the-top proposal.
Android 16 Developer Preview 1: New features, eligible devices, release date, and more
Looking ahead The stable Android 15 build is now hitting Pixels, so it's time to take a look at what's coming to Android next year — this is what we know about Android 16.
