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The best Android phones in 2022

By Jordan Palmer published 27 June 22

Our list of the best Android phones at every size and for every budget will help you make the right choice.

OnePlus Nord N20 5G review: The best phone under $300

By Jordan Palmer published 27 June 22

The OnePlus Nord N20 is surprisingly powerful for a $282 phone. It also looks far nicer than any other budget device. But its cameras and software update policy will let you down.

How to change your Android 12 lock screen clock

By Malcolm McMillan published 27 June 22

The process for how to change your Android 12 lock screen clock in Samsung's One UI 4.1 is incredibly simple if you know how to get started.

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This hidden Android feature makes Google Password manager so much better — try it now

By Peter Wolinski published 22 June 22

The Google Password manager can now be added as a shortcut to your Android home screen, finally bringing the built in password vault out of the dark ages

How to check Android battery health

By Richard Priday published 21 June 22

Dive into the health of your Android phone's battery to see how well it's lasting and make sure it doesn't run out of power.

How to set up a Wi-Fi hotspot on Android

By Millie Davis-Williams published 17 June 22

Learn how to use Android as a Wi-Fi hotspot and share your connection with other devices

Best Android apps in 2022: Must-have apps for every Android user

By John Corpuz, Philip Michaels published 16 June 22

There are plenty of apps in the Google Play store, but we tracked down the best Android apps that deserve a place on your smartphone.

Google Maps is about to get much better on Android — here’s how

By Tom Pritchard published 16 June 22

Google Maps is finally giving Android a useful widget, complete with local traffic updates.

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra, one of the best Android phones in the UK

The best Android phones in the UK 2022

By Richard Priday published 14 June 22

In the market for a non-Apple phone? Here are the best Android phones in the UK right now.

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Use this hidden Android feature before lending your phone to anyone else

By Millie Davis-Williams published 13 June 22

Lending your phone to a friend? Here’s how to keep your phone safe with screen pinning on Android

Samsung Galaxy S21 review

By Roland Moore-Colyer published 9 June 22

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The Samsung Galaxy S21 delivers better cameras, faster performance and a sleeker design for a lower price, but there's some trade-offs.

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Google Pixel 6 Pro drops to its lowest ever price at Amazon

By Rory Mellon published 7 June 22

Quick! The Google Pixel 6 Pro is $100 off at Amazon — that's a new all-time low price.

Watch out – This new malware can add hundreds to your phone bill

By Anthony Spadafora published 7 June 22

SMSFactory sends expensive text messages and makes premium-rate calls undetected from your Android smartphone.

Redmi Note 11 Pro review: A big-screen budget phone worth getting

By Richard Priday published 3 June 22

The Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G could really use more CPU oomph, but this budget phone gives you a display and charging speeds worthy of far more expensive phones.

The best encrypted messaging apps in 2022

By John Corpuz, Anthony Spadafora published 3 June 22

The best encrypted messaging apps for Android and iOS can stop third-parties from reading your conversations.

Best Android browsers in 2022

By Sean Riley, Paul Wagenseil, Anthony Spadafora published 31 May 22

Customizing your Android phone includes using one of the best Android browsers to gain access to new features and functionality.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 review: The first foldable phone under $1,000

By Jordan Palmer published 31 May 22

The Galaxy Z Flip 3 is here and at $999 it’s the most affordable phone yet. You get a bigger cover display, enhanced durability and better performance. But the battery life is bad.

How to block spam texts on Android

By Millie Davis-Williams published 31 May 22

Want to know how to block spam texts on Android? Here’s the best way to stop spam texts coming through

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 review: The best foldable phone just got better

By Mark Spoonauer published 24 May 22

Editor's Choice

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 delivers a more durable design than before, S Pen support and better multitasking features, but the battery life and price could be better.

How to reset an Android phone

By Peter Wolinski published 24 May 22

The most secure way to wipe all your data if you're selling or giving away your phone is to perform a factory reset. Here's how.

Moto G 5G (2022) review: How far the budget king has fallen

By Jordan Palmer published 20 May 22

Battery life and the 90Hz display are great — not much else is

The best Android VPN in 2022

By Mo Harber-Lamond published 18 May 22

VPN An Android VPN is the perfect way to stay safe on public Wi-Fi, access sites blocked by your network, and even watch overseas Netflix shows.

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra vs. OnePlus 10 Pro: Which Android phone wins?

By Philip Michaels published 18 May 22

Can the OnePlus 10 Pro topple the Galaxy S22 Ultra from its lofty perch? We compare the two top Android phones to see which one you should buy.

How to transfer photos from Android to a computer

By Dale Fox published 13 May 22

Want to transfer your photos from Android to a computer? There are a few easy ways to do this, as we cover in this simple guide.

Android Auto is getting a design overhaul — here’s what it looks like

By Tom Pritchard published 12 May 22

Android Auto is getting a fresh new design, and here's your first look.

How to enable Secure Folder on Android

By Peter Wolinski published 11 May 22

Did you know there's a way to instantly boost your phone's security? Here's how to enable Secure Folder on Android devices.

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How to transfer everything from your old Android phone to a new one

By Millie Davis-Williams published 10 May 22

Ready to upgrade your phone? Here’s how to transfer data from Android to Android and keep all your important information

How to disable location tracking on Android

By Peter Wolinski published 8 May 22

If you're security conscious, you'll certainly want to find out how to disable location tracking on Android

How to install Android apps on Windows 11

By Dale Fox published 3 May 22

You can now install Android apps on your Windows 11 PC, which we cover in this simple guide.

Android Auto FAQ: Everything you need to know

By Tom Pritchard published 24 April 22

This is everything you need to know about Android Auto, and how it connects your phone and car together.

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