Android Cross Device SDK Aims to Simplify Task Handoff and Multi-Device Experiences

Google has announced a developer preview of its new Cross device SDK for Android, aimed to help developers build cross-device experiences using high-level, intuitive APIs. The new capabilities can be used to create multiplayer games, to carry through productivity tasks across different devices, or to enable group experiences.

Swift 5.7 Brings New Generics Implementation and Reference Counting Improvements

Announced at WWDC 2022, Swift 5.7 is now officially available. It includes major improvements to the compiler internals, and many syntax and standard library additions, including String regex, concurrency updates, and more.

Android Studio Dolphin Extends Jetpack Compose, Wear OS, and Test Automation Integration

The latest release of Android Studio, dubbed Dolphin, improves Jetpack Compose screen previews, extends Wear OS support, and introduces Gradle Managed Virtual Devices to simplify test automation.

Meta Launches New Chromium-Based WebView for Android

Meta has been developing its own Chromium-based WebView for Android for a few years and has now started rolling it out to users of its Facebook app. The new WebView, which has not been open-sourced yet, improves security, stability, and performance, says Meta.

Android Gradle Plugin 8.0 Improves Build Times, Requires Updating Third-Party Plugins and Libraries

Google has announced the upcoming Android Gradle Plugin (AGP), version 8.0, reduces build times by removing the Transform APIs and replacing them through the Artifacts API and Instrumentation API. All third-party plugins and apps relying on them are required to migrate to the new APIs.