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Google Android 15 Update Officially Released, Closed Updates Rolling Out
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After numerous developer previews and public beta versions, Android 15 is now fully stable and prepared for release on all smartphones. However, even though the final version is ready, it’s not yet available to the general public, including you and me. At this stage, only developers have access to the stable version so they can optimize their apps and services before it’s officially rolled out to everyone else.
Google has finally uploaded the Android 15 source code to the Android Open Source Project (AOSP) but updates for phones are not yet ready. Even Google’s own Pixel smartphones are still running Android 14 with the September update that began rolling out yesterday.
Google also promised that Android 15 will arrive on Pixel devices very soon, including the newly launched Pixel 9 series. Smartphones from Samsung, Honor, iQOO, Lenovo, Motorola, Nothing, OnePlus, Oppo, Realme, Sharp, Sony, Tecno, vivo, and Xiaomi will receive the update in the coming months.
As of now, we have heard that the OnePlus 12 has received OxygenOS 15 first CBT update followed by Nothing’s Phone 2a which also received Nothing OS 3.0 CBT update based on Android 15.
According to the previous reports, Android 15 would reach Pixel devices in October. Although Google hasn’t confirmed this directly. For now, developers can explore the AOSP code and begin working with it.
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Kea: Button Remapper has received a major update that brings a new Floating App Sidebar, Action Combos, more customization options and several new features for Android users.
The update also brings a redesigned user interface with improved animations, blur effects and a cleaner overall look. While Kea remains available as a free app, some of the new features are available through the paid Kea Pro version.
Floating App Sidebar
One of the main additions in the update is the new Floating App Sidebar. It allows users to pin their favorite apps and actions and quickly access them from anywhere on the phone.
Users can add apps such as YouTube, Instagram, Gmail, games, and more, as well as actions, to the sidebar. The sidebar also supports customization for its position, number of rows and columns, background, icon style, and accent color.
The background can be changed between transparent, translucent and solid styles. Users can also choose different icon styles and customize the sidebar’s color using the available color options and color wheel.
Action Lab Combos
Another new feature is Action Lab Combos. It allows users to perform multiple actions with a single button press.
For example, users can create a shortcut that mutes media volume and enables Do Not Disturb at the same time. This can be useful during meetings when multiple settings need to be changed quickly.
Users can also create their own custom combos by selecting multiple actions and arranging them into a sequence.
Voice and Call Recording
Kea Pro also adds shortcuts for voice recording and call recording using the Nothing Recorder widget.
After setting up the required Recorder widget, users can assign a button press to start or stop recording. Saved recordings can then be accessed through the Nothing Recorder app.
More Customization
The update brings several new options for Kea’s visual overlays. Users can choose different styles, including Dark, Frosted and Smoke themes.
There are also different animation effects, while the position of the overlay can be adjusted for different hardware keys. Kea Pro users can further customize the accent color and use a color wheel for more control over the appearance.
More Features for Nothing Phones
Kea Pro also includes several features designed for Nothing Phone users. These include Glyph Torch and Glyph Timer shortcuts.
Users can assign these features to different button gestures. The app also supports shortcuts such as Circle to Search, QR code scanning and additional hardware button actions.
The app also supports volume button mapping and power button customization, giving users more ways to control different actions using physical buttons.
Free Version Still Available
Kea: Button Remapper continues to offer a free version with more than 30 actions and support for four different button gestures. The free version also includes features such as visual overlays, lock screen controls and a Quick Settings tile.
The Floating App Sidebar, Action Combos, volume button mapping, voice and call recording, Glyph shortcuts and other additional features are available with Kea Pro.
Kea Pro is offered as a one-time lifetime purchase, giving users permanent access to the Pro features after purchasing it.
Here is the app link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.techiboystudios.kea
The latest update also significantly refreshes the Kea interface. TechiBoy Studios will bring more features that are planned for future updates, so the list of available features is expected to grow over time.
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Google has released Android 17 Beta 3 for developers, around a month after the previous beta. With this update, Android 17 has reached platform stability, which means the main features and system behavior are now finalized.
Available for Pixel Devices
Android 17 Beta 3 is available for Pixel 6 and newer devices, including:
- Pixel 6 and newer models
- Pixel Tablet
- Pixel Fold
Users who are enrolled in the beta program will receive the update over the air.
Key Features and Changes
Google has added several new features and improvements in this update:
- Support for RAW14 image format for better image processing
- Option to hide app labels on the home screen
- Improved audio routing for hearing aids
- Redesigned screen recording toolbar
- Better widget scaling on larger displays
Security Update Included
The update also includes the March Android security patch, which improves system security and stability.
Stable Release Timeline
The stable version of Android 17 is expected to be released around June.
Overall, Android 17 Beta 3 brings useful improvements and shows that the final version is getting closer to launch.
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Google Photos has started rolling out a new update that introduces powerful AI editing tools along with a fresh user interface. The highlight of this update is the “Reimagine” feature, which lets users edit and transform their photos in completely new ways.
With this update, users can now:
- Erase objects from photos with just a tap.
- Move objects around within an image.
- Apply portrait blur to the background.
- Experiment with Sky Styles to change how the sky looks.
- Use Reimagine to change colors, add new elements like airplanes, or even transform objects into something different.
The update is rolling out through the Google Play Store, so users only need to update their Google Photos app to the latest version. The features are already appearing on many Android devices, including Nothing Phones.
While Nothing’s own Gallery app doesn’t yet include AI editing, Google Photos is filling that gap by offering advanced tools. Users have already tested features like erasing cars, changing their colors, and adding new objects seamlessly into photos.
Overall, this update makes Google Photos a powerful editing tool, giving Android users easy access to AI-driven creativity right inside their photo gallery.