Google's fix for the worst part of setting up a new Android phone is actually working

Google's Restore Credentials API helps Android users stay logged in when switching phones. Uber has already saved 4 million ...
Android Authority

Using the Awareness API in your Android app

The Awareness API was introduced at Google I/O 2016, and is a new way of engaging users in specific situations, by either checking their current device context/state or by creating virtual fences ...
ZDNet

Android lets advertisers get a list of all your apps -- and this API feature is broadly used

Our editors hand-picked these products based on our tests and reviews. Read now A research paper published this week has analyzed the current usage of a lesser-known feature of the Android operating ...
Android Police

[Update: Available to all devs] In-app updates API will let Android apps update while you use them

Corbin is a tech journalist and developer who worked at Android Police from 2016 until 2021. Check out his other work at corbin.io. Android applications can have issues when you're not on the latest ...
Engadget

Google and Qualcomm are making neural network API updates easier on Android

While NN API drivers have usually been updated along with major OS updates, now the companies say they can roll out quickly via Google Play Services. Even better, the updates will be available for ...
Android Police

Android Q has an API that allows apps to select which microphone to use

Ryne was ostensibly a senior editor at Android Police, working at the site from 2017-2022. But really, he is just some verbose dude who digs on tech, loves Android, and hates anticompetitive practices ...
The Verge

Google introduces new YouTube API for Android

Google is set to roll out a new API for embedding YouTube videos in native Android apps, creating a smoother experience for developers and users. Google is set to roll out a new API for embedding ...