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Google's Android 11 Beta debuts on Pixel phones this week, bringing enhanced communication, privacy features, and seamless smart device control.

Google is merging its Google Play Music system into YouTube and has introduced a bunch of impressive new features.

JBL's Link Bar merges a sound bar, Android TV, and Google Home into one sleek device offering high sound quality with smart home integration.

iPhone users are now able to use their phones to sign up to Google’s Advanced Protection Program, using the iPhone’s built-in security key technology.

In a major move, Animoca Brands acquires the San Francisco-based gaming firm nWay for AUD $11.4 million, aiming to tap into competitive gaming markets.

PAX Technology is set to enter the Australian market with its Android payment terminals next year, aiming to modernise the country's EFTPOS landscape.

Spark becomes one of New Zealand's first carriers to offer Android's zero-touch enrolment, streamlining secure and large-scale deployment for businesses.

OPPO debuts ColorOS 7 in India, highlighting Infinite Design and localized features, promising enhanced user experience across over 20 phone models worldwide.

Volvo launches XC40 with new Google-powered infotainment system, offering Android integration and OTA updates.

Microsoft has unveiled the Surface Duo, a dual-screen Android folding phone, capable of running two apps simultaneously, at its annual hardware event.

Nokia unveils the 1 Plus in New Zealand: a budget-friendly Android Go smartphone with dynamic design, enhanced security, and superb imaging for NZD $159.

Samsung's Galaxy Fold gets a boost with 'hundreds of apps' now optimised for its foldable screen, thanks to a collaboration with Google.

Nokia's new 4.2 smartphone launches in New Zealand, blending flagship features like dual-rear cameras and AI for just NZD $349.

A security flaw in Samsung, Huawei, LG, Sony and other Android phones leaves users open to SMS phishing attacks, Check Point Research reports.

Android 10 is rolling out on Google Pixel phones this week, with a wider rollout expected to follow suit for other manufacturers and devices in the near future.

New opportunities for resellers as eligible devices need to be purchased directly from an enterprise reseller or Google partner.

A new mobile malware variant, Agent Smith, has infected 25 million devices worldwide by exploiting Android vulnerabilities, with 15 million affected in India.

Tinder launches Tinder Lite in South East Asia, enhancing app performance in emerging markets by reducing data use and boosting connectivity.

Google has apparently suspended Huawei’s licence to use the full Android platform, according to media reports.

It definitely doesn’t mean you are paranoid if you’re worried about Android security:  the threat landscape is growing in every dimension.