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Android 17 QPR2 Beta 1 is randomly sending Pixels to a date that doesn’t exist
Android beta builds always have bugs, but it's not often that one of them creates a previously unseen date on the calendar.…
How to sideload Android APKs on your Chromebook
Chromebooks aren't limited to only apps you can get on the Play Store.…
I spent 6 months with this pocket Android ereader — and it got me into books again, but didn’t break my smartphone addiction
The ViWoods AiPaper Reader is a smartphone-sized ereader that I carry with me everywhere, so now I can read anytime.…
I almost downloaded another app until I found this Samsung Camera feature
It's not perfect, and that's the point…
I tested dozens of apps, and these 4 passed my ruthless 1-day test
These are the apps that rank top on the Play Store for me…
Your Samsung phone already has something better than Android 17 App Bubbles — here’s how to use it
Samsung phones have had an Android 17-like App Bubbles feature for years. Here's how to improve your multitasking with it.…
5 fun things you can do with sensors on your Android phone
Your Android phone can double as a metal detector, a tape measure, a spirit level, and a lot more. You just need the right app.…
I tried this vibecoded firewood splitting simulator, and I can’t stop playing it
In our latest edition of new AI apps and services, we look at some great vibecoded AI tools for productivity, fun, and more!…
5 of the best new Android apps you need to try this August
August's list of the best new Android apps includes a new Android launcher, a PC gaming app, and so much more!…
I broke my Samsung home screen on purpose to prove a point
I'll never use my Samsung home screen the same way…
I’ve tested dozens of Android launchers. Here are 5 you should skip in 2026
We all know the best Android launchers, but what about the worst Android launchers? Here are 5 I don’t recommend you try.…
OnePlus built the perfect Android phone in 2025. The OnePlus 16 is throwing it all away
The OnePlus 13 was OnePlus at its best. Following new information about the OnePlus 16, it's clear the good times are behind us.…
I logged 250 miles testing Android Auto vs Apple CarPlay and there's one I'm going to stick with
Which of these competent dashboards deserves to take priority in your vehicle? I put in the miles to find out.…
This $370 Lenovo tablet has a 144Hz screen and a level of versatility that shouldn't exist at this price
Comes with a case and stylus…
Android 17 QPR1 Beta 8 finally tackles Pixel's most annoying bugs, from audio static to authentication failures
More bug fixes ahead of the public release…
Google plans to exempt sanctioned nations from Android developer verification
Someone in Cuba or Iran can keep installing APKs with no new restrictions, but devs will suffer.…
Android 17 QPR1 Beta 8 just landed with all of Google’s latest fixes
Just what you asked for: a new Android 17 QPR1 Beta release to play around with on your Pixel all weekend long.…
Google rolling out Android 17 QPR1 Beta 8 for Pixel
Following the last release over two weeks ago, Android 17 QPR1 Beta 8 is rolling out today for Pixel devices....…
Pixelated 110: Android’s past, present, and future
Welcome to Pixelated episode 110. This week, Damien, Abner, and Will lean into a news lull ahead of the Pixel...…
I gave an abandoned Android tablet a single job; that's when it became my favorite screen
Old tablets can still be useful for single-purpose tasks…
Google may have a playful new name for the Pixel 11 Pro’s rear light
Google’s teased Pixel 11 Pro rear light may reportedly be called HiLight at launch, replacing the expected Pixel Glow name.…
The Fast-Charging Pixel Watch 4 LTE Is $100 Off Right Now
The new Google Pixel Watch 4 is currently at a record-low price for the 41mm LTE version, going for $349.99 (originally $449.99).…
Friday’s best Android app deals and freebies: Little Nightmares, Bounty Of One, Red Ronin, more
Your afternoon lineup of the best Android game and app deals is here, including titles like Little Nightmares, Bounty Of...…
I loaded my Android Auto dashboard with these apps; my car display finally feels useful
Stop using stock Android Auto and give your car a productivity upgrade…
Don't settle for mediocre audio; I found an Android music player I'm never giving up
Musicolet is 'the' music player for audiophiles…
I turned Android Auto into a productivity hub; now I can't drive without it
Android Auto apps you didn't know you needed…
4 things my Android Auto does automatically that I used to do manually
My drives now need fewer taps…
Files by Google could finally become a better document scanner
The Files by Google app offers a document scanner, but an APK teardown reveals that a few useful additions are incoming.…
Android phones can now back up documents automatically to Google Drive, here’s how
Google is rolling out a new Documents backup option in settings that automatically backs up downloaded files to Google Drive.…
Why I’m excited (and a little uneasy) about Android Halo’s always-on AI
Google’s always-on AI feels like the future. I’m just not convinced we’re ready for what it requires, which is a lot of trust.…
I switched note apps 5 times this year; here's the stack I finally settled on
The everything app is a trap…
RCS Universal Profile 4.1 gives you more control over your profile privacy
RCS Universal Profile 4.1 brings granular profile privacy toggles, faster message speeds, and better battery life to everyday texting.…
Show HN: Gander, an Android file viewer that asks for no permissions at all
Take a gander at any file. Offline, zero-permission Android viewer for PDF, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, photos, video, audio, Markdown and code. - mokshablr/gander…
This Android phone maker has created a model with no bezels around the display
TECNO has figured out a way to create phones with truly bezel-less displays and will show off its concept phone at IFA 2026 in September.…
Your Android phone finally backs up local documents to Google Drive
Rolling out now…
Android rolls out local ‘Documents’ backup that syncs to Google Drive
Google now lets Android users upload files and other downloads from their phone or tablet to Google Drive thanks to a new “Documents” backup.…
10 Hacks Every Samsung Galaxy User Should Know
There's a lot to explore on Samsung Galaxy handsets, from notification light effects to a hidden wifi menu. Here are essential hacks for any Samsung Galaxy user.…
Sleuths may have tracked down the bug cooking Galaxy S25 Ultra and S24 Ultra batteries
Galaxy S25 Ultra and Galaxy S24 Ultra users believe they have identified the culprit causing their battery drain and overheating issues.…
The Android Auto upgrade you were looking for is finally here
Go big, or go home…
Got a New Android Phone? Gemini Might Soon Help You Whiz Through Setup
A Gemini-powered tool spotted in a Google Play Services beta appears to help you answer questions as you set up various features on your new device.…
Today’s best Android app deals and freebies: Dead Cells, Actraiser, Chrono Trigger, Thronefall, more
Your afternoon lineup of the best Android game and app deals is now ready to roll, including titles like Dead...…
PSP classic Lumines hits iOS and Android
The mobile and tablet ports of the remastered puzzle game include a free trial.…
New Website, Instapaper 10 for iOS, and AI Voices for Android
Today we’re launching a huge set of improvements across Instapaper: a completely rebuilt website, Instapaper 10 for iOS with Liquid Glass and many new features, and AI Voices for A…
This Android Auto desk setup removed dozens of daily distractions without replacing my phone
I turned my Android tablet into a desk dashboard, and it solved my biggest productivity problem…
Samsung teases Android XR glasses, Galaxy Tab S12, S26 FE, and more
While announcing its first-ever loss in its mobile division, Samsung this week teased its Android XR glasses while also confirming...…
First look: Gemini could soon help you set up your new Android phone
Google is testing a Gemini AI setup assistant to streamline onboarding for new Android devices. Check it out in action!…
How to use screen mirroring on Roku with your Android phone
Android phones that support Miracast can mirror to Roku devices. Google Pixels do not, but Samsung phones have expanded functionality through Miracast.…
Chrome for Android now lets you set a custom New Tab Page background
Like on desktop, Chrome for Android now lets you customize the New Tab Page with a background image or theme.…
I spent years ignoring these Google Messages settings; now I use them daily
I rely on them way more than I expected…
I turned off this core Android app to reclaim 7GB of storage; I should have done it sooner
I won't be reinstalling this app…
This unexpected Android Auto app turned my commute into my most productive hour
It is Android Auto's strangest new app, and I get it now…
Google will expand age checks on Android worldwide till the end of the year
News and insights on the Android platform, developer tools, and events.…
This Good Lock module is breaking Samsung’s handy multitasking feature
Samsung’s Galaxy devices are seemingly impacted by a bug that fails to activate the Edge Panel on the home screen.…
This new app lets you root your Galaxy flagship without tripping Knox or unlocking the bootloader
Root My Galaxy is an open-source tool using the GhostLock Linux exploit for temporary root access on select Samsung Galaxy flagship phones.…
Apple Upgrade is the future of phone ownership, and Google and Samsung need to follow suit
Apple’s new leasing program could reshape how all premium smartphones are sold, and it's something Android OEMs need to follow.…
Google says the Pixel idle battery drain bug is fixed, but users aren’t convinced
Google has marked the long-running Pixel idle battery drain bug as fixed for Pixel 9 and Pixel 10 devices, but the problem persists for some.…
I finally fixed my 2 biggest annoyances with Google Messages — here’s how
I've been annoyed by the default behavior of swipe gestures and Smart Reply suggestions in Google Messages. Here's how I fixed them.…
Chrome for Android quietly gets a fun way to personalize your new tab page
Google has started rolling out the ability to personalize the appearance of New Tabs in Chrome for Android with the browser's latest update.…
My Google Pixel felt frustratingly slow; changing these settings made my phone fast again
Don't live with a slow phone; stop ignoring these Pixel settings…
Android TV has a healthy lead over Apple, but one rival remains untouchable
Android TV is significantly ahead of Apple’s tvOS in the US, but Roku and Fire TV continue to command the biggest shares.…