Google has quietly but decisively ended the era of 16GB Android smartphones. With the rollout of Android 15, any phone that wants to ship with Google apps—including essentials like the Play Store—must now have at least 32GB of internal storage and 2GB of RAM. Devices that fall below this threshold are relegated to the lighter, stripped-down Android Go Edition, or lose access to Google Mobile Services (GMS) entirely This change is more than a technical footnote. It signals a major shift in the Android ecosystem, with far-reaching implications for developers, manufacturers, retailers, marketers, and consumers alike. Why Google Raised the Bar Apps Are Heavier, Expectations Are Higher The days when 16GB could comfortably house the Android OS, a handful of apps, and some photos are long gone. Modern apps—especially those with rich media, AI features, and offline capabilities—are significantly larger. Even so-called “lite” apps have grown in size, and the Android system itself continues to ...
It gets quite annoying when you start your PC and some 4 random applications scramble for memory to get started before you open what you want. It gets even more frustrating if you have a slower computer or one with a lower processing memory capacity. The great part is that you have the option to decide what starts when you switch on your PC and what doesn't. This setting(as presented) only works for windows Operating system. To change startup app settings, follow these steps: 1. Go to your Windows search option(press F3 or WIndows button) and type startup 2. There will be a pop up of the startup application 3. Click on it to proceed with the necessary settings 4. Once it loads, it is simple, toggle between on and off from the list of applications listed. Ensure you only switch OFF what you do not need. When done, you don't have to save anything as it is automatically done. The next time you power up your PC, it will start much faster. The applications can then be start...