Updating the Device Art Generator (Device Frame)
The Device art generator is a great tool for people who don’t want to install Android Studio just to take some framed screenshots for documentation use. There are third-party apps that can do this too (Snapmod), but I was wondering if the developers at Google could give the Device art generator some well-deserved love and update it to include Pixel 10 frames? Thanks. (Google) Device art generator: https://developer.android.com/distribute/marketing-tools/device-art-generator 3rd party option: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=cn.gavinliu.snapmod
Android Developer Verification Requirements in AE
taking a page from jasonbayton's LinkedIn post I wanted to post and discuss the announcement from Google yesterday and their upcoming Android developer verification requirements. This is something that fully managed devices with customer supplied applications will run into, and it will cause issues on devices A while ago Google stated that they wouldn't scan customer-sideloaded applications with GPP if they were fully managed. See here: https://www.androidenterprise.community/discussions/conversations/is-there-any-way-to-disable-google-play-protect-gpp-from-an-emm-or-to-otherwise-/2507 Would this requirement fall under the same umbrella?
Is there an alternative way to perform the same function as UpdateApplication on Android 15?
Hi everyone, We are currently managing Samsung enterprise devices via Knox Manage under Android Enterprise DA mode (Device Admin) . Our in-house application previously used the UpdateApplication API to update itself silently without user interaction. This worked well under Android 14. However, after updating to Android 15, this API no longer functions. Based on the Samsung Knox SDK documentation, it appears that UpdateApplication is now restricted to Device Owner (DO) and Profile Owner (PO) apps. We have tried to assign all delegated scopes to our app via Knox Manage policy settings (Android Enterprise → App Restrictions → Delegated Scopes for Apps). Unfortunately, the API call still fails. ✅ What we’re looking for: - Is there any alternative methods that allows silent or managed updates of enterprise apps on Android 15, without being a DO/PO app? - Or is DO/PO elevation now the only viable path? - If so, is there an official onboarding flow or protocol to request DO/PO designation for an app via Knox Manage? Any guidance, references, or examples would be greatly appreciated. Thank you! — Environment: - Android 15 - Knox Manage (latest) - Samsung A9+ tablets - Device Admin mode
Dispositivo
Estou buscando monitorar coletores de dados com o objetivo de capturar a telemetria e os alertas desses dispositivos, focando nos principais players do mercado, como Zebra, Honeywell, entre outros que utilizam Android. Gostaria de saber como posso adquirir documentos ou materiais que abordem esse tipo de gestão.The Ongoing Evolution of Android: Where Do We Go From Here?
Android has come a long way since its early days, evolving from a basic smartphone OS to a powerful platform that powers billions of devices worldwide. With every major release, we see improvements in performance, security, design, and user experience. From Android’s open-source flexibility to the introduction of Material You and AI-driven features, the platform keeps pushing the boundaries. One of the strengths of Android has always been its customization. Users love being able to tweak their device—from launchers and widgets to ROMs and root access. However, as Android becomes more polished and secure, some of these freedoms have become more limited. Is the trade-off worth it? Another topic worth exploring is Android’s fragmentation. While it gives manufacturers flexibility, it also creates inconsistency in updates and app performance. With initiatives like Project Treble and Android One, Google has made strides, but are we seeing real results? And now with AI integration, foldable phones, and powerful chipsets becoming the norm, it’s exciting to think about where Android is headed next. What are your thoughts on the current state of Android? Are you satisfied with the direction it’s going, or do you miss the old Android freedom? What improvements would you like to see in the next version? Looking forward to hearing everyone’s thoughts![Community tips] What guidance do you provide with new devices?
Hello everyone, I recently helped a family member set up their new phone (after their old one had a long and fruitful life 😃). It struck me how important it is to help, when needed, to guide someone through using a new device and highlight key features that they may be used to using (and any new ones). This made me think, this is a key area for work devices too and so I thought it might be interesting to hear how we do this across the community. For example, do you provide documentation with step-by-step instructions, guidance on device usage and key information, or assistance when switching device types or operating systems? It would be great to hear any tips you have for supporting colleagues with new devices, plus anything that would make your life easier when creating useful resources. Thanks so much, Lizzie
Removal of AVD
I need help. Someone installed an AVD onto my phone and they keep deleting my storage and changing my passwords. Also turned off my networks so I missed very important calls. Could someone help me to remove this and let me know how to stop this going forward. Thank you for your time. Greg
