Michael Allison
Latest articles by Michael Allison
New leak confirms larger Pixel 6 'Pro', offers first Pixel 6 specs
By Michael Allison last updated
Google's Pixel 6 has leaked again — this time with detailed specs. The Android 12-powered handset is expected to finally compete with mainstream high-end Android phones.
Google is opening up its first physical retail store in New York City
By Michael Allison published
Google wants to show off its hardware products in a new physical retail store. Located in Chelsea, NYC, it'll open for business in summer 2021.
Spotify tries out virtual concerts featuring The Black Keys, girl in red, and more
By Michael Allison last updated
Spotify's newest experiment is virtual concerts. No longer content with just alerting users to their existence on other platforms, the company now plans to host some on its platform.
Linux on Chromebooks is finally coming out of beta with Chrome OS 91
By Michael Allison published
After nearly two years in beta, Google is finally bringing the Linux Development Environment in Chrome OS out of beta.
Google's new AI tool wants to diagnose your skin conditions
By Michael Allison published
Google is launching a new search tool that'll help searchers diagnose their skin conditions. It'll be made available later this year.
Spotify announces podcast transcripts and a more user-friendly design on mobile
By Michael Allison published
Weeks after its big desktop redesign, Spotify is bringing small tweaks to its mobile experience. From a refreshed design to podcast transcripts, the app is getting more accessible across the board.
Megan Rapinoe, Naomi Osaka and Simone Biles are coming to Google Search's AR
By Michael Allison published
Google is adding more star power to its AR models in Search with new sports figures. It's starting off with a trio of famous female athletes.
Google's new ARCore update opens the door to new AR experiences
By Michael Allison published
Google is boosting ARCore with new APIs announced today at Google I/O. These new APIs should make it easier for developers to create new AR experiences with their apps.
Google's Phone app can now read out your Caller ID
By Michael Allison published
Google is adding a Caller ID announcement feature to the Google phone app on Android. It's live now after months of testing.
Google Photos adds handy new search filters for some
By Michael Allison published
A new Google Photos update will make it easier to find all your photos. It's rolling out to a limited number of Android users at the moment.
Amazon Music HD follows Apple in offering free lossless upgrade
By Michael Allison last updated
Amazon today made Amazon Music HD available for free to all Amazon Music subscribers. The move comes concurrently with Apple's decision to do the same for its own customers.
What comes next for foldables? Some next-gen folding designs we'd love to see
By Michael Allison last updated
Huge Android 12 leak shows off major redesign ahead of Google I/O
By Michael Allison last updated
Days before Google shows it off at I/O, a new leak spills the beans on Android 12's new look.
Nokia doesn't know it's 2021, brings 'smart' flip phone to Verizon for $80
By Michael Allison published
Want an old-fashioned foldable? Nokia's nicest flip phone is making its way to Verizon for not much money at all.
It only took Twitter two years to let Android users search their DMs
By Michael Allison published
Twitter's newest update is a quality of life improvement that adds a search bar to direct messages on Android.
Motorola wants to bring remote wireless charging to its phones with a new partnership
By Michael Allison published
Motorola is yet another smartphone company that's invested in remote wireless charging. Its newfound partnership with GuRu want to make that dream a reality.
Germany opts out of WhatsApp's controversial new privacy policy
By Michael Allison last updated
Germany has ordered Facebook to halt enforcement of its new WhatsApp privacy policy. The controversial policy would have allowed the messaging app's user data to be processed by its parent company.
Google is preparing a new 'desktop sharing hub' in Chrome
By Michael Allison last updated
Google continues to broaden Chrome's productivity chops with an experimental new desktop sharing hub in the browser.
Samsung's next affordable tablet to likely be the Galaxy Tab S7 XL Lite
By Michael Allison published
Samsung is preparing to launch the Tab S7 Lite next month, and a new leak shares its full, somewhat lengthy name.
Walmart's cheap 4K Android TV box is on full display, but you can't buy it yet
By Michael Allison last updated
Walmart's newest Onn-branded device is a TV stick, and the company's already made it visible on its website. The one catch? You can't buy it just yet.
Spotify is making it easier to share podcasts on Android
By Michael Allison published
Spotify's newest feature lets you share timestamped podcasts. The company is also making it easier to showcase canvas art with your other social apps.
YouTube could be getting new music controls for Premium subscribers
By Michael Allison last updated
Google is trying out a new YouTube Premium feature that'll improve the music experience on YouTube.
Facebook adds new themes, stickers, and voice messaging features to Messenger and Instagram
By Michael Allison last updated
Facebook continues improving its messaging services with a new slew of updates aimed at Messenger and Instagram Direct.
Twitter's newest move aims to discourage rude tweets
By Michael Allison published
Twitter used to be a place for snappy, rude tweets. It still is, but it used to be too. The company wants to change that with new prompts that attempt to encourage users to rethink.
Twitter's photo experience just got a lot better with larger pictures, 4K image support
By Michael Allison published
A new Twitter test wants to make the platform a better home for photos. The company is rolling out support for high-quality images and a more faithful image preview in the tweet composer.
Be an expert in 5 minutes
Get the latest news from Android Central, your trusted companion in the world of Android