The best Android VPN in 2023 By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated 22 September 23 VPN Need to download a VPN for Android? We've tested all the best Android VPNs, and here we're rounding up the top five available.
Millions at risk from actively exploited Android zero-day — update right now By Anthony Spadafora published 6 September 23 Google has released its latest round of monthly Android security updates which patch this zero-day and critical flaws.
Fairphone 5 just embarrassed the hell out of the smartphone industry — here’s why By Tom Pritchard published 1 September 23 The Fairphone 5 could be one of the lonest-lasting phones for some time, with a promised 8 to 10 years of software support.
Danger: This Android malware can unlock your phone and drain your bank account By Anthony Spadafora published 30 August 23 Hackers have created a new Android malware called MMRat which can steal data from your smartphone in the background including when it’s locked.
Android phones could steal a major feature from iPhone 14 By Tom Pritchard published 29 August 23 Android phones could get their own satellite-based emergency SOS system — just like iPhone 14.
Android 14 brings a feature that iPhones have had for ages — here's how to turn it on By Richard Priday published 28 August 23 Here's how to make your camera or screen flash when you get notifications in Android 14, making it much harder to miss important messages or an alarm going off.
Android 14's emoji workshop lets you make custom wallpapers — here's how to use it By Richard Priday published 25 August 23 It's very easy to make a custom emoji wallpaper with Android 14, so here's how to make one yourself when the update reaches your phone.
You can now share your screen on WhatsApp calls — here's how to do it By Elle Redman published 23 August 23 Learn how to share your screen on WhatsApp in a few simple taps.
Samsung Galaxy S24 just tipped for this redesign inspired by the iPhone By Tom Pritchard published 18 August 23 Galaxy S24 could have a new middle frame, which may make it look more like an iPhone than ever before.
How to get the Android 14 Easter Egg By Tom Pritchard published 18 August 23 Looking for the shiny new Easter Egg in Android 14? Here's how to find it, and tips on how to play the mini game.
Android Nearby Share is getting another time-saving upgrade By Tom Pritchard published 17 August 23 Android Nearby Share is getting another upgrade, and it looks like this one will be able to save you some time.
Google Maps just got a big upgrade for electric car owners By Tom Pritchard last updated 15 August 23 Google Maps on Android Auto just got better for EV drivers, as it now shows the nearest charging stations instead of gas stations.
Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 could miss some Android flagships — and that’s great news for iPhone 15 By Philip Michaels published 14 August 23 A source out of China claims that some Android flagships may turn to Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 or Dimensity chips as the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 figures to be an expensive option.
AirTag stalking protection is live on Android — here’s how to set it up By Tom Pritchard published 11 August 23 Android phones can now detect rogue AirTags, and protect you from potential stalking in the process.
Android 14 release looks imminent now the Android 14 beta 5 update is here By Tom Pritchard published 11 August 23 Android 14 beta 5 is here, paving the way for the full Android 14 launch with last minute bug fixes.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 price, release date, specs and more By Tony Polanco last updated 9 August 23 Here's what we know about the new Samsung Galaxy Tab S9, the company's latest premium Android tablet.
Google Messages just got a huge upgrade to rival Apple’s iMessage By Tom Pritchard published 9 August 23 Google Messages now has end-to-end encryption turned on by default for everyone — including groups.
You can now automatically block spam on WhatsApp — here's how By Peter Wolinski published 4 August 23 WhatsApp now lets you block any calls from unknown numbers to help cut down on spam. Here's how to do it.
I just spent a week with a foldable phone for the first time — here’s what I think of the Galaxy Z Fold 5 By Kate Kozuch published 4 August 23 I used the Galaxy Z Fold 5 for an entire week, and as someone who never used a foldable phone before, the experience surprised me.
Android phones just stole a key feature from the iPhone in new upgrade By Tom Pritchard published 2 August 23 Android's Nearby Share feature just got an iPhone-inspired upgrade that could help save you time.
This is the one reason iPhone still beats Android on security By Anthony Spadafora published 1 August 23 Even the best Android phones don’t always get the latest security updates as soon as they become available.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 vs Motorola Razr+: Which foldable phone wins? By John Velasco published 1 August 23 Being two of the newest foldable phones you can buy right now, our Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 versus Motorola RaZr+ comparison pits these top-contenders to see which is the superior one.
New Android malware can steal passwords and other data from images — how to stay safe By Anthony Spadafora published 29 July 23 Hackers have added OCR capabilities to a new malware strain to extract passwords and other sensitive data from images stored on your phone.
Google's making 2 big Android changes — what you need to know By Tom Pritchard published 28 July 23 Google Play and nearby Share are getting some design changes, and here's what that means for you.
Android’s AirTag stalking protection arrives this month — what you need to know By Tom Pritchard published 27 July 23 Google's rolling out Android's Bluetooth tracker detection feature later this month. Here's what we know so far.
Hurry! Our favorite phone just hit lowest price ever at Amazon By Millie Davis-Williams published 19 July 23 We think the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is the best phone on the market, and now it's on sale for its lowest price ever.
Hackers are tricking Android users into installing malicious apps via your browser — how to stay safe By Anthony Spadafora last updated 17 July 23 Hackers have turned to Android’s WebAPK technology as a new means to install malicious apps without the need for sideloading.
I just realized I need to give Android Launchers a chance — here’s why By Tom Pritchard published 9 July 23 After years of taking what I've been given, I've realized I should be more open to giving Android launchers a try.
How to send a text message from Gmail By Alyse Stanley published 30 June 23 Sending text messages using your Gmail account is simple. Here's how to do it.
Android 14 could bring back the old Android taskbar — here’s how By Tom Pritchard published 28 June 23 Android's fixed taskbar could be making a comeback, if the latest Android 14 beta is anything to go by.
