Android Articles | Tom's Guide

Galaxy S22 Ultra next to iPhone 13 Pro Max

Huge back to school sale at Verizon — buy one 5G phone, get one free

By Louis Ramirez published 9 August 22

This epic back to school sale at Verizon gets you two phones for the price of one.

Nokia T20 review

By Nate Ralph published 8 August 22

An utterly average Android device that shines at the right price.

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

By Mark Spoonauer published 5 August 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.

OnePlus 10T review: More power for less money

By Richard Priday published 3 August 22

The OnePlus 10T is a different kind of flagship from OnePlus. It delivers meaty performance, but not much more than that.

These 17 Android apps have been stealing banking info — delete them all right now

By Peter Wolinski published 3 August 22

Trend Micro has identified 17 Android apps which have been infecting devices with malware and stealing banking data.

Best Android phones in 2022

By Jordan Palmer published 3 August 22

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

How to edit a PDF on Mac

By David Crookes published 31 July 22

This guide reveals how to edit a PDF on Mac without the need to buy any extra software using Preview or Quick Look

Identify any plant instantly using this built-in Android feature

By Dale Fox published 30 July 22

Your Android phone has a handy built-in feature that lets you identify plants and flowers. Here's how to use it.

How to right-click on Mac

By David Crookes published 29 July 22

If you're wondering how to right-click on Mac — and whether it's even possible! — this guide has you covered.

Woman and dog sitting on a rug looking at a smartphone

Your phone can instantly identify any dog or cat — here's how

By Dale Fox published 29 July 22

Your phone has a handy feature that lets you identify dog and cat breeds. Here's how to use it.

The best encrypted messaging apps in 2022

By Anthony Spadafora published 28 July 22

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

Asus Zenfone 9 review: One of the best small phones ever

By Jordan Palmer published 28 July 22

Editor's Choice

The Zenfone 9 may be small, but it packs a serious punch

How to change the Google Assistant voice on Android

By Peter Wolinski published 28 July 22

If it's time for a staff rotation on your Android device, you'd better learn how to change the Google Assistant voice.

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

By John Corpuz, Philip Michaels published 27 July 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.

How to set up a Wi-Fi hotspot on Android

By Millie Davis-Williams published 26 July 22

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

Android Auto FAQ: Everything you need to know

By Tom Pritchard published 25 July 22

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

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 22 July 22

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

Best Android browsers in 2022

By Anthony Spadafora published 20 July 22

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

Hand holding a phone displaying the best free Android VPN services

Free Android VPNs: safe, functional options in 2022

By Mo Harber-Lamond published 19 July 22

VPN There are countless free Android VPNs out there, and a huge amount aren't legit. Here, we run down those that are worth using.

Nothing Phone (1) review: A brave and flashy start

By Jordan Palmer published 15 July 22

The Nothing Phone (1) is decidedly mid-range, but that’s just fine

An Android Settings icon, representing an article about how to create a Google Password manager home screen shortcut

How to change app permissions on Android

By Millie Davis-Williams published 8 July 22

Learn how to change app permissions on Android, so you can take control of your privacy

How to turn off Google Assistant

By Robert Irvine published 5 July 22

Here’s how to turn off Google Assistant on your Android phone or smart speaker.

Chrome just got a big upgrade to make your life easier

By Malcolm McMillan published 1 July 22

Google has updated its Password Manager for Chrome and Android to address several concerns, including the ability to upload your own passwords manually.

When does an old smartphone become unsafe to use?

By Jesse Emspak, Anthony Spadafora published 1 July 22

Android and iOS devices have safe working lifespans of different lengths – here's what you need to know.

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra display with S Pen

Samsung exec reportedly confirms death of Galaxy Note — this is taking over

By Malcolm McMillan published 30 June 22

Samsung head of mobile experience Roh Tae-moon seemed to confirm in a leaked quote that the Galaxy Note will be replaced by the S Ultra going forward, and that it will be an annual release.

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.

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.

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.

Android

BROWSE CATEGORIES

Latest articles about Android