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Google is ramping up Android security protection with new Android app safety tools

By Sead Fadilpašić published

Gemini AI is being introduced as a security tool for Android, as well.

Android 16 could be borrowing a key notification trick from the iPhone

By David Nield published

The latest Android beta version includes a hidden feature called Rich Ongoing Notifications.

Good news, mobile photographers: your HDR photos will now look right on both Android and iOS

By David Nield published

With Android 15 and iOS 18, Google and Apple are supporting the same standard for HDR images.

3 Android 15 features that could make your mobile life much easier

By James Ide published

Android 15 could make it easier and faster to access apps, control your smart home, and choose your preferred wallet app.

Google could soon make sharing files from Android to iPhone much easier

By David Nield published

Comments left on Quick Share code suggest there might be iOS and macOS apps in the pipeline.

Android 16’s answer to iOS Live Activities is coming soon – here are the apps it’ll support, including Google Maps

By Rowan Davies published

The first-look images to Android's version of iOS Live Activities has dropped, but an official roll out date is still in question.

How to disable Amber alerts on an Android phone

By Jamie Richards published

Here’s how to switch off Amber alerts and other emergency alerts on your Android smartphone.

I’m an iOS loyalist – here’s why Android has never tempted me to switch

By Alex Blake published

Android has a lot to offer, but it’s never tempted me to switch. Here’s why I’ve always stuck with Apple.

Android 15 is out now – here are 5 new features it brings to Google Pixel phones

By Axel Metz published

Android 15 is now rolling out to compatible Google Pixel devices; here are our favorite features.

Android phones can now edit text messages, just like the iPhone

By Philip Berne published

Google add RCS message editing and a host of Google Home and other new features to Android phones, available now.

Android 16 could let you lock your phone down even tighter with new security features

By David Nield published

It sounds as though the heavy-duty Advanced Protection Mode in Android could be upgraded next year.

5 must-have Android apps

By James Rogerson published

We've highlighted five of the very best Android apps, covering various categories.

These malicious Android apps were installed over 60 million times - here's how to stay safe

By Sead Fadilpašić last updated

Bitdefender uncovers a large-scale ad fraud campaign employing hundreds of Android apps.

What’s your favorite Android phone of all time? Let us know

By Jamie Richards published

From the first Google Nexus to trailblazers like the Samsung Galaxy Fold, there’s no shortage of competitors for the title of greatest Android phone ever – we want to hear your favorites.

Android 15 could give you a super-charged dark mode that forces incompatible apps to support it

By James Ide published

Android 15 could get a better way to force apps into dark mode without the current compatibility issues.

We'll likely get our first look at Android 15 this week – here's what to expect

By Cesar Cadenas published

It's unknown what the first Android 15 preview will have, but previous reports can offer clues on what may be available.

Android 16 is out now, but its big visual redesign might not arrive until September

By James Rogerson published

Android 16 is out now, with live updates, new security tools, and more, but the feature we're really waiting for isn't here yet.

Google has quietly confirmed that Android 15 is launching in October

By James Rogerson published

Release notes for the Android 15 beta exit have been updated to mention an October release date.

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

By David Nield published

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

Android 15 takes a big step towards launching – and could get a major settings and biometrics boost

By James Rogerson published

Android 15 beta 3 is out now, and contains evidence of several unfinished features.

Android 16 brings a much-needed upgrade to Google Maps that iOS users already have

By Jamie Richards published

Google Maps has become the first app to get live update support with the latest Android 16 beta, with the app now able to show directions and other information on your phone’s lock screen.

Android 16 is coming soon – here are 5 new features you may have missed

By James Rogerson last updated

Android 16 looks to be a big update for Google's operating system, but here are some of the smaller features you may have missed.

Android 15 tipped to get a video stabilization upgrade to match the best of iPhone

By Roland Moore-Colyer published

Android 15 could bring in a video stabilization upgrade for third-party apps.

Android 16 brings the Identity Check security feature to more than just Pixel and Galaxy phones

By Jamie Richards published

Android 16 brings the Identity Check security feature to phones from makers other than Google and Samsung, providing further protection against thieves and bad actors.

Google could be preparing a major Bluetooth upgrade for Android 15

By David Nield published

Code hidden in the latest Android beta suggests that Bluetooth Auracast could make its debut in Android 15.

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

By Jamie Richards published

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 16 is launching today – but it will be missing a major feature

By James Rogerson published

Android 16 is launching on Pixel phones today, but you won't be getting the Material 3 Expressive redesign yet.

Your Android phone is about to look very different – here are 5 design changes that could come with Android 16

By David Nield published

It looks as though Google has big plans for the Android user interface, and these are the changes on the way.

StandBy Mode Pro finally brings my favorite new iOS 17 feature to Android

By Philip Berne published

This unsubtle copy of Apple's Standby brings one of the most useful iPhone features to Android, with more customization.

Android 15 lets you turn your phone into a handy smart-home dashboard – here’s how

By Jamie Richards published

Google has added the Home Controls screensaver to the latest version of Android, giving you access to smart home tools without even unlocking your phone