Android 12 Beta 3 just added a killer upgrade for reading in bed By Jordan Palmer last updated 15 July 21 The third Android 12 beta has dropped and it has some nice new features, like scrolling screenshots. You'll also find features like face-based rotation to help with reading.
Android 12 is going to get you gaming faster — here’s how By Alex Wawro last updated 16 July 21 Android 12 will improve the state of Android gaming by (among other things) letting you play games mid-download.
How to update Android apps By Richard Priday last updated 30 July 21 If you want make sure your Android apps are up to date, here's how to update them yourself or set up automatic updates.
Android phones will soon store your COVID vaccination card — here's how By Tom Pritchard last updated 24 August 21 Prove your vaccination status with Google Pay, provided your healthcare provider is signed up.
Windows 11 Android apps — be prepared for disappointment By Imad Khan last updated 28 June 21 During Microsoft's Windows 11 unveil event, the company announced that Android apps would be coming via the Amazon Appstore.
OnePlus Nord N200 5G review: The best budget 5G phone By Jordan Palmer last updated 13 July 21 The OnePlus Nord N200 5G is the best 5G value out there
Tim Cook says sideloading apps would ‘destroy iPhone security’ — is he right? By Kris Holt published 18 June 21 But opening up iOS to other app stores could be great for users.
Why you should wait to buy a Fossil smartwatch By Tom Pritchard published 7 June 21 Fossil's next flagship watch is getting the new Wear OS, but older models will miss out.
I used Android without Google — here are the pros and cons By Jordan Palmer last updated 6 June 21 It’s possible to use an Android phone without Google, thanks to /e/OS. The software does a remarkable job at removing any Google influence on the otherwise open source operating system.
Snapdragon chipset leak could mean big things for 2022’s Android phones By Tom Pritchard published 4 June 21 Qualcomm's next Snapdragon chipset could see big things coming to next year's Android phones.
Google caught hiding location settings in Android By Alan Martin last updated 1 June 21 Google deliberately made location-privacy settings in Android hard to fine, unredacted court documents from an antitrust case in Arizona reveal.
Chromebooks finally have an answer to AirDrop on Apple MacBooks By Kenneth Seward Jr., Roland Moore-Colyer published 21 May 21 Google Chrome OS is getting a major photo-sharing upgrade — here's how
Android phones under attack by zero-day flaws — protect yourself now By Paul Wagenseil published 20 May 21 Google quietly revealed that four flaws fixes in its May security update may be actively under hacker attack, making installing the update all the more urgent.
Android 12 — 5 big upgrades that change Android phones forever By Jordan Palmer last updated 25 July 21 Android 12 introduces plenty of visual changes, so we took a look at the biggest ones arriving this fall.
Vivo x60 Pro Plus review: Putting the phone’s gimbal camera to the test By Richard Priday published 19 May 21 The Vivo x60 Pro, the phone maker’s most fully-featured flagship, brings back a unique miniature camera gimbal that stands out among other hit-and-miss features.
Android Auto getting big upgrades to take on Apple CarPlay — here’s what’s new By Tom Pritchard last updated 20 May 21 Android Auto is getting some changes, so here's everything you need to know.
How to install the Android 12 beta right now By Jordan Palmer last updated 25 July 21 Google has made the Android 12 beta installation process easy. Follow these instructions to get the beta on your compatible Android phone.
Android 12 will let you start your car with a digital key — here’s how it works By Jordan Palmer last updated 2 December 21 Google wants you to unlock and start your car with your phone. Don't worry, we're not so sure about it, either.
Asus Zenfone 8 review: The best small Android phone, hands-down By Jordan Palmer published 12 May 21 The Zenfone 8 is a little powerhouse, featuring top-end specs, good cameras, and a nice display, all in a compact package.
Android 12 leak just revealed big Google Assistant upgrade By Brittany Vincent published 12 May 21 Google looks to be rolling out a new trigger for Google Assistant in the near future, as evidenced by a new string of code related to Android 12.
Samsung Galaxy A72 release date, price, specs and news By Jordan Palmer published 7 May 21 We have everything you need to know about the Samsung Galaxy A72 right here.
Serious Android flaw threatens hundreds of millions of users — what to do By Paul Wagenseil last updated 7 May 21 A flaw in Qualcomm modems used by hundreds of millions of Android phones could be used to steal data or hide malware, and it's not clear how many phones have been patched.
Android tablets just got a big upgrade to fight the iPad By Henry T. Casey last updated 7 May 21 Android tablets getting their own Entertainment Space — a new app to combine multiple stores.
Chinese TV maker: Yes, our Android TVs spied on customers [update] By Paul Wagenseil last updated 5 May 21 Chinese TV maker Skyworth admitted some of its Android sets collected far too much personal data from users, but blamed a third-party service and denied prior knowledge.
Kyocera DuraForce Ultra 5G UW vs. Cat S62 Pro: What’s the world’s best rugged phone? By Jordan Palmer published 1 May 21 Both the Kyocera DuraForce Ultra 5G UW and Cat S62 can take a beating, but there can only be one durable champ.
iMessage on Android had support — but Apple killed it anyway By Tom Pritchard last updated 1 February 22 iMessage on Android had support from Eddy Cue, but Apple killed the project anyway.
Moto G Power review By Philip Michaels published 26 April 21 Editor's Choice The affordable Moto G Power offers amazing battery life for under $250, though we'd recommend the newer version
Android 12 developer preview 3 includes a ton of new features — what’s new By Luke Wilson published 22 April 21 The new developer preview is jam-packed with updates and improvements to existing smartphone features.
OnePlus 9 and 9 Pro just got an update to make its cameras even better By Luke Wilson last updated 22 April 21 The OnePlus 9 series launched last month and continues to get regular updates to its cameras. The latest April update is better still.
Joker malware has infected 500,000 Huawei phones — what you need to know By Tom Pritchard last updated 13 April 21 Researchers found Joker malware outside Google Play, with over half a million Huawei phones infected.
