Android Market And Handset News Roundup

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Last Updated on April 17, 2024

The Android market is constantly jam-packed with Android handset news, leaks, and events. Powered by its open-platform and OEM-lead support for Android handsets, Android never seems to have a dull moment. You can also learn how to install the latest beta of Android 12 here. Rather than scrolling through Google discover and social media for the latest, check out our Android market and handset news roundup right here:

Xiaomi Global Launch Event Announced for September 15

(Some) Realme Pad Specs Revealed

Revealed via Flipkart listing
Launches September 9th
Ultra-slim design (6.9mm)
WUXGA*+ Immersive Display

YouTube Premium and Music Hits 50 Million Subscribers

20 Million more than December 2020
Variety states Spotify has 165 million, Financial times estimates Apple music at 78 million subscribers.

Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) Will Block Google Services On 23rd September

Galaxy A Phones Will Use Exynos Chipsets and AMD mRDNA Graphics

Chipset to use 2CU config, giving performance advantages in the mid-range market
Price rise potential is currently unknown
GFX Bench 5.0 performance: Aztec Ruins (High) – 39.65 FPS, Aztech Ruins (Normal) – 90.7 FPS and Manhattan 3.1: 127.5 FPS.