News & Reviews:   Android

WhatsApp is reportedly testing new Meta One subscription plans that could give users access to more advanced Meta AI features. According to findings from WABetaInfo, the upcoming plans may include higher AI usage limits, faster responses, and access to more capable AI models. So, what should you know about it?

Opera has announced a new update for its Android browser, adding a dedicated football hub for fans who want to keep track of matches in one place. The update was revealed on 9 June 2026 and is available at no extra cost to Opera users.

Earlier this year, a new phone that most people didn't think would exist in 2026 appeared in the news. Unlike typical smartphones, the Clicks Communicator is built for distraction-free communication. Although the phone isn't out yet, Clicks has revealed some new changes ahead of its launch later this year.

Google I/O saw Samsung and Google finally officially unveil new AI smart glasses developed in collaboration with popular fashion brands Gentle Monster and Warby Parker. The wearables run on the Android XR platform and will come in two different designs that reflect the identities of the two brands.

Google recently announced new features coming for Android 17 which is expected to arrive sometime in Q2 2026 (June or July). These features include a larger Instagram for tablets, built-in Screen Reactions and extra editing tools. Pixels will get these features first but no exact Malaysia release dates just yet.

Today, Google has officially unveiled “Gemini Intelligence,” a major new initiative designed to integrate Gemini AI deeply across the Android ecosystem. The announcement signals one of Google’s biggest shifts yet in how Android devices will function moving forward, transitioning from a traditional mobile operating system into what the company describes as an “intelligence system.”

Google is giving Android its own spotlight ahead of its annual developer conference with the newly announced “Android Show: I/O Edition.” Scheduled for 12 May 2026, the event acts as a lead-in to Google I/O 2026, signalling just how significant this year’s updates are expected to be.

Today, Google has introduced an upgraded fraud protection feature under Google Play Protect for all Android users in Malaysia. The move is part of a broader effort to combat rising financial scams by preventing the installation of potentially harmful apps, particularly those installed outside official app stores. The rollout is supported by the National Cyber Security Agency under the National Security Council, reinforcing a coordinated national push to improve digital safety.

WhatsApp is set to phase out support for older Android devices later this year, as part of its ongoing effort to maintain performance and introduce newer features. The change will take effect on 8 September 2026, impacting users running outdated versions of the Android operating system.

A survey by SellCell found that consumer loyalty to Apple continues to increase, with 96.4% of iPhone users expecting to stay with the same brand for their next purchase. So, what should you know about it?