Android will soon back up files found in Downloads to Google Drive, though the feature is disabled by default.

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Reuters reported on January 28, 2026, that Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOGL)’s Google had agreed to pay $135 million to resolve a proposed class action claiming that its Android operating system had ...

Google has updated Android’s distribution numbers again, this time revealing that Android 16 is already on 7.5% of devices, with the numbers having shuffled considerably since the previous update.

Under the DMA, Google is already classified as a "gatekeeper" for Android and search, requiring it to allow fair access and interoperability. (Image: Reuters) The European Commission has escalated its ...

Android users, take note: On Tuesday, Google reached a preliminary settlement in a class action lawsuit over illegal data collection. If it goes through, Google will pay out $135 million to Android ...

Jan 28 : Google will pay $135 million to settle a proposed class action by smartphone users who accused Google of programming its Android operating system to collect their cellular data without ...

Google accused of needlessly collecting cellular data Largest payout in this kind of case, lawyer says Google denies wrongdoing in agreeing to settle Jan 28 (Reuters) - Google will pay $135 million to ...

The European Union will tell Alphabet’s GOOGL0.43%increase; green up pointing triangle Google how to give competitors access to search data and Android AI tools as it prepares guidance on complying ...

Learn key Android privacy settings and android security tips that help protect android data daily by controlling app permissions, Google tracking, lock screen access, and network safety. Pixabay, ...

Apple and Google are teaming up to make it easier for users to switch between iPhone and Android smartphones, according to 9to5Google. There is a new Android Canary build available today that ...