Android Archives

Huawei reveals own operating system HarmonyOS ahead of Android ban

August 12, 2019

Huawei has officially announced HarmonyOS, the operating system developed to replace its reliance on Android.

Pinterest debuts mobile ad tools

July 30, 2019

Pinterest has launched Mobile ad tools, a new feature that gives advertisers the ability to create and manage their Pinterest campaigns on a mobile device

TikTok owner working on own-brand smartphone

July 30, 2019

ByteDance, the Chinese company behind popular video-sharing app TikTok is branching out into making smartphones.

‘Blazing rows and bedroom chatter’: Google smart speaker recordings leaked

July 15, 2019

Google is investigating the source who leaked information about how it reviews and transcribes recordings from Google Home smart speakers and Google Assistant virtual assistant.

ITV joins up audience data on mobile and smart TVs with Meetrics

June 27, 2019

ITV has partnered with European ad verification company to become the first broadcaster in the world to make use of the IAB Open Measurement SDK, which is considered the most rigorous standard for In-App viewability measurement.

5G goes live in the UK: EE beats rivals to launch

May 30, 2019

EE has pipped its rivals to launch the first 5G network in the UK, offering ultra high speed internet connnection in London, Cardiff, Belfast, Edinburgh, Manchester and Birmingham from today.

GDPR one year on: 67% of people opting in to privacy messages

May 22, 2019

One year on from the introduction of stricter EU privacy laws, marketers mail lists have been reduced but mobile app lists have grown, with firms sending more notifications to customers than before, according to new global research.

Honor takes on Apple and Samsung with high-spec phone for under £600

May 22, 2019

Huawei’s Honor brand has launched its latest phone series, the Honor 20, with high spec for a lower price, flying in the face of the current US blockade.

Google hits Huawei: Cuts off Android licence for future phones

May 20, 2019

Google is set to revoke Huawei’s access to its Android mobile operating system, dealing the Chinese company a major blow in accordance with US sanctions.

Facebook beats revenue estimates despite data scandals

April 25, 2019

Facebook beats forecasts on Q4 growth, but warns on ‘significant uncertaintly’

Facebook has exceeded revenue expectations and matched estimates for its daily active user growth.