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Monday’s Android app deals and freebies: Sea of Stars, Gambonanza, This Is Fine, more
Your afternoon lineup of the best Android game and app deals is now ready, including titles like Sea of Stars,...…
Windows is testing a new way to preview Android phone notifications
Microsoft is rolling out a test of a new Phone Link experience that gives you more information at a glance.…
Google Clock 9.0 adds stopwatch and timer Live Updates
With Google Clock 9.0 for Android, timers and stopwatches get a big update with support for prominent Live Update notifications.…
Thanks, Qualcomm: This brand-new Android handheld is already getting a price hike
Retroid recently launched the Pocket Nova, but there's bad news as the Android handheld is now getting a price increase.…
I fixed my Samsung Galaxy camera's worst problems with these 6 hidden settings tweaks
I regret not using this Galaxy camera feature from day one…
I turned my old Android phone into an iPod Classic, and it streams from my Navidrome server
This app lets you experience the iPod Classic on Android — and it connects to your Navidrome server…
I used to upgrade my Android phone every year. Here’s why I finally stopped
Phone prices are going up, but the experience isn't changing much. There's never been a better time to put off your next upgrade.…
I use this free tool to control my Android phone from my computer
Scrcpy mirrors your Android phone to your desktop, making texting, gaming, and screen recording much easier.…
I’m a diehard Android user, but I still envy these 7 iOS features
I'm not switching to an iPhone anytime soon, but I'd be lying if I said iOS doesn't do a few things better than Android.…
Massive leak reveals Lenovo Googlebook 15 ahead of launch
A massive leak reveals press renders of the Lenovo Googlebook 15, showcasing a dedicated Gemini key and an Android desktop interface.…
I use this one setting every time I travel, and it saves me a fortune on mobile data
Android's built-in data warning helps me avoid expensive roaming charges every time I travel. Here's why I enable it before every trip.…
Retroid Pocket Nova gets official Android 16-based LineageOS 23.2
LineageOS devs have announced that the Retroid Pocket Nova now officially supports Android 16-based LineageOS 23.2.…
Google could take another page from Apple’s AirDrop for Android’s Tap to Share
Google is testing AirDrop-like Tap to Share on Android, allowing direct transfers from the share sheet, plus a toggle to disable Tap to Share.…
One UI 9.5 surfaces with the Galaxy S27 Ultra, minus anything worth knowing
References to One UI 9.5 have been spotted alongside the Galaxy S27 Ultra, but Samsung's next update remains a mystery.…
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 found Android Auto’s smartest feature hiding in plain sight, and it completely changed my drives
Spotify finally understands what I want…
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…
I tried Android Auto offline while on a road trip, and it beats mobile data in 2 ways
A recent trip upstate revealed the benefits and limitations of running Android Auto in low- to no-signal areas.…
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…