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Android 16 may be adding its own version of iOS StandBy Mode

By David Nield published 19 May 25

It looks as though Android could follow iOS in adding a display mode for when your phone is inactive and charging.

Android 16 Beta 3 has arrived – here are the 4 features I think will be the most useful

By Jamie Richards published 14 March 25

New accessibility features, battery health, and more

Android and Chrome just got 4 super-useful accessibility upgrades – including a powerful Gemini trick for quizzing photos

By David Nield published 16 May 25

For those who struggle to use Chrome and Android in conventional ways, more assistance is on the way.

Jealous of Genmoji on Apple Intelligence? Don’t be – this Android alternative has been around for years, and it’s my favorite thing about Android phones

By Tom Bedford published 27 December 24

Android users can enjoy this fun Apple Genmoji alternative that's already available to use on your phone.

Android 17 could finally introduce Motion Cues to combat motion sickness – matching the same feature in iOS

By David Nield published 14 December 25

Android devices could work better for passengers if this anti-motion sickness feature finally sees the light of day.

Android 16 could bring an improved Samsung DeX-style desktop mode to more phones

By Jamie Richards published 12 March 25

Let's talk about DeX

Android 16 will soon flag fake cell towers and warn you if someone is spying on your phone

By Chris Rowlands published 29 June 25

An update to Android 16 will detect ‘stingray’ devices used by law enforcement and alert users to suspicious network connections.

Android 16 could give Gemini more control over apps – and other AI upgrades are rumored too

By David Nield published 24 November 24

Code diggers have found signs that Gemini is getting some significant improvements on Android.

How to uninstall apps on Android

By Emma Street published 25 December 24

Three ways to remove unused apps from your Android phone

Google could add Desktop Mode to Android phones, bringing a Samsung DeX-style experience to more devices

By Jamie Richards published 6 May 25

Google is set to bring a new Desktop Mode to Android, which would give more Android users the chance to use their phones and tablets effectively as computers when paired with an external monitor.

Android 15 could soon bring back a popular home screen customization trick

By David Nield published 13 November 24

It looks as though you'll be able to tweak the shape of home screen icons in a future Android 15 update.

7 must-try Android apps you didn't know you needed until now

By Tom Bedford published 29 June 25

I use these 7 lesser-known Android apps to level up my smartphone game.

Loads more Android phones could soon work with AirDrop

By James Rogerson published 24 November 25

Snapdragon-powered phones and Nothing phones could be next in line to work with AirDrop.

Android 15 devices must have at least 32GB of storage, which should benefit the best cheap phones

By James Rogerson published 15 April 25

Google has updated the minimum storage requirements for Android, doubling the previous minimum.

Android 16 users can get early access to 163 new emojis that'll soon be everywhere – here’s how

By David Nield published 19 December 25

You can now test out Trombone, Landslide, and Distorted Face in the Android 16 QPR3 beta.

The first Android 16 beta could land today – with a big change for your notifications

By David Nield published 22 January 25

It looks likely that the public beta for Android 16 isn't too far off, and there's already speculation about new features.

Android just got a life-saving upgrade that lets you share live video with emergency rescuers – here's how it works

By James Rogerson published 11 December 25

Android Emergency Live Video is a new feature that lets you show responders what you can see, so they can better assist you.

How to connect your Android phone to a Windows PC using Phone Link

By Thomas Deehan published 9 August 25

Want to connect your Windows PC/laptop and Android phone? Here's what you need to know.

6 of the best Android phone accessories for photography, charging, tracking, and more

By Thomas Deehan published 3 August 25

The latest Android phones are great, but they can be made even better with just one of these accessories in tow.

This Android AirTags rival finally got the one big feature it's been missing

By Hamish Hector published 12 June 25

The Android Find Hub compatible Moto Tag finally boasts UWB, in a move that brings it on par with the AirTag.

Google Wallet is adding support for one of the best new features in Android 16

By David Nield published 22 October 25

You'll now get to see 'key travel journeys' that Google Wallet knows about in Live Updates.

Google's new Android update will give your devices a battery boost – plus a helpful new feature for Google Wallet

By David Nield published 11 April 25

There's a new update to Google Play services heading to devices, and we should see some tangible benefits.

Google teases a refresh for the Pixel's always-on display in Android 16 – and it's about time it caught up to Apple and Samsung

By David Nield published 14 May 25

The lock screen on Pixel phones could look much more appealing once Android 16 has rolled out.

Android 16 is set to bring extra security protection against USB hacks

By David Nield published 28 April 25

It looks as though Advanced Protection Mode on Android 16 is going to come with this upgrade.

Android 16 could steal a thief-thwarting security feature from iPhones

By James Rogerson published 1 April 25

Inactivity reboot could be coming to Android, giving thieves a time limit to unlock your phone using biometrics.

Should I abandon my iPhone for a return to Android? Tell me what to do

By Roland Moore-Colyer published 10 December 25

Tell me whether I should abandon my iPhone for a return to Android. Or not.

Google Messages could finally be getting this WhatsApp-style group chat feature

By Jamie Richards published 18 March 25

Google Messages could be getting a new mentions feature similar to apps like WhatsApp, as well as a redesign to coincide with the upcoming release of Android 16, according to some unreleased code.

6 best reading apps for Android phones: Kindle, Readly, Libby, and more

By Thomas Deehan published 1 August 25

Find your next page-turner with these top-tier reading apps for Android phones.

Android 16 beta users are reporting major battery drain issues – but I’m not too worried about it

By Jamie Richards published 7 March 25

Drained out

This new Android phone is designed for everyone who misses the Xperia Play and N-Gage