… One session of note today: Adaptive development for the expanding Android ecosystem With Android 17, the ecosystem has moved to an “Adaptive Everywhere” reality where users move fluidly between phones, cars, living rooms, and immersive environments. …
… Other Android brands, though, seemingly just want to follow Apple’s lead. …
… And, sure enough, running the latest updates via the Galaxy Store on a Galaxy S25 Ultra on the One UI 8.5 beta does indeed leave the device with an added “Sharing with Apple devices” menu, just like the Galaxy S26 series . …
Android 17’s ‘Continue On’ will let you move tasks between devices, like Apple’s Handoff Ben Schoon | May 19 2026 - 4:35 pm PT | May 19 2026 - 4:35 pm PT Google is setting the stage for Android’s version of Apple Handoff, with the new “Continue On” feature in Android 17 set to let you move tasks se… …
… Motorola – B+ Google Pixel – C- Samsung – D Apple – D- Motorola is left as the “best,” with Google Pixel only slightly beating out Samsung and Apple while falling a whole letter grade behind Moto. …
… Prior leaks suggest this could be available on Android phones beyond the Galaxy ecosystem, while file-sharing animations were seen back in One UI 8.5 leaks. …
… Oppo says: OPPO is also collaborating with Google to develop Quick Share with Apple Devices, which enables Find X9 Ultra to send photos, videos, and files directly to Apple devices—no additional apps required, completely breaking down the long-standing barriers to cross-ecosystem collaboration. …
… In addition, given that its single-foldable lineup is closely aligned with Apple’s expected device in both form factor and price positioning, part of its existing demand base may shift toward Apple’s ecosystem. …
… System Management Auto, PC, Phone, TV, Wear Updates to system management services that improve Device Connectivity. Phone Updates to system management services that improve Stability. …
… Huawei is a dominant Android maker in China and many European markets, while Samsung is by far the most popular maker in the United States by far — effectively creating a duopoly with Apple. Today, there are dozens of major device makers contributing to the Android ecosystem. …