If you code Android apps with AI, Google’s new benchmark makes it easier to pick the right model

For Android app developers relying on AI to code, picking the right model can be tricky. Not all models are built the same, and many are not specifically trained for Android development workflows. To ...

Google stuffs Gemini into Android Studio Panda 2 to build apps from prompts

Google has released Android Studio Panda 2, a feature drop including an AI agent that can create apps from scratch and an ...
InfoWorld

Google’s Android developer verification program draws pushback

In an open letter to Google and the Android developer community, Keep Android Open argues that the new policy threatens ...
Analytics Insight

Java Vs. JavaScript: Core Differences Every Developer Should Know (2026)

Java and JavaScript are entirely different languages despite their similar names. Java is compiled and widely used for enterprise systems a ...
InfoWorld

JetBrains introduces Java to Kotlin converter for Visual Studio Code

Extension that converts individual Java files to Kotlin code aims to ease the transition to Kotlin for Java developers.
InfoQ

Android Studio Otter Boosts Agent Workflows and Adds LLM Flexibility

A monthly overview of things you need to know as an architect or aspiring architect. Unlock the full InfoQ experience by logging in! Stay updated with your favorite authors and topics, engage with ...
Wareable

Google confirms debut Android XR smart glasses will land in 2026—and teases ‘Project Aura’

Google has shed more light on its return to smart glasses, confirming that eyewear from its partnerships with Warby Parker and Gentle Monster will arrive in 2026, while also showcasing its wired ...
PC Magazine

I Tried the New Android XR Smart Glasses From Google and XReal. I Didn't Expect to Be This Impressed

Google's Android XR platform and XReal's Project Aura are bringing smart glasses closer to mainstream reality, offering developers powerful tools to create practical, everyday wearable experiences ...
The Verge

A first look at Google’s Project Aura glasses built with Xreal

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Android

Google Gemini Projects First Look: Isolated Workspaces for Better AI Organization

Google Gemini is working on a new “Projects” feature to organize complex AI workflows. This tool creates isolated, goal-oriented workspaces where users can manage files (with an initial 10-file limit) ...
Android Authority

Google's new 'Aluminium OS' project brings Android to PC: Here's what we know

The Android operating system is incredibly versatile. Beyond smartphones, it officially powers tablets, watches, TVs, cars, and XR headsets. However, it has virtually no presence on traditional PCs, ...
CBS News

New affordable housing project in Studio City sparks neighborhood debate

A new affordable housing project in Studio City has sparked debate amongst neighbors due to plans to construct a large apartment building next to single-family homes. The project comes as Los Angeles ...