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5 things that annoy me about Android

By James Rogerson published

Android is a superb operating system, but it and the phones that run it still have some annoyances.

The first Android 16 public beta is here – and it borrows a key iOS feature

By David Nield published

The first beta version of Android 16 is now available for Pixel phones, and there's one big new feature.

Google just made it easier to move all your photos from iPhone to Android

By David Nield published

Live Photos are now included in the transfer when you make the switch from Apple to Google phones.

These 6 iOS-style features prove that Android isn't stuck in the past

By Tom Bedford published

Yes, widgets are a thing on Android. Yes, so is AirDrop, Apple Pay, and Genmoji – they just have different names.

Android 16 launches in developer preview – here are the most exciting rumored features

By David Nield published

Google is shifting Pixel launches and Android releases to earlier dates in the calendar, and Android 16 just showed up.

Which is the best Android wrapper? You decide

By Jamie Richards published

There are plenty of Android wrappers on the market, from the stripped-back Pixel Launcher to the option-laden One UI – but we want to know which you think is the best of the bunch.

I've been using Android phones my whole life and here are 6 features I'm still waiting for

By Tom Bedford published

Here are some Android innovations I'd love to see Google introduce, either taken from its rivals or other companies who use Android.

Here's how Android 16 is going to be able to install your apps faster

By David Nield published

Offloading some of the tasks linked to app installation to the cloud could help on budget handsets.

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 16 will bring these 5 upgrades to your phone – including one I can’t wait to try out

By Jamie Richards published

The latest Android 16 beta hints at a selection of new features that could make life easier and more creative for users of the world’s most popular mobile operating system.

How to add another account on Android

By Chris Hall published

Here's how to get all your accounts on one phone quickly and easily.

The latest Android 16 beta includes the Material 3 Expressive redesign and more – here’s what the update brings

By James Rogerson published

You can now try Material 3 Expressive for yourself with the Android 16 QPR1 Beta 1, which is available for the Pixel 6 and above.

Android 15: latest news and everything you need to know

By James Rogerson, Axel Metz last updated

Android 15 includes a lot of new features, and it's available now (at least on some phones).

Android vs iPhone: here’s what TechRadar readers prefer

By Roland Moore-Colyer published

The results are in: Android beats iPhone for TechRadar readers.

Google wants to make it easier for you to trade-in your old Android and save money

By David Nield published

Future versions of Android might let you skip the standard setup process if you just want to test the phone.

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

By Tom Bedford published

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

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.

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

By Jamie Richards published

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

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

Google just accidentally leaked the next major visual redesign for Android – here's what it looks like

By David Nield published

Google is preparing a significant design overhaul for Android, which it's calling Material 3 Expressive.

How to uninstall apps on Android

By Emma Street published

Three ways to remove unused apps from your Android phone

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

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

6 best streaming apps on Android: our picks for TV, anime, film, and more

By Thomas Deehan last updated

If you love kicking back with and streaming content to your Android phone, these are the apps you need.

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

By James Rogerson published

The Ayaneo Pocket Play is coming to Kickstarter soon, and it promises to serve as a true handheld console, while also being a full Android phone.

Google is preparing a big customization upgrade for your Pixel phone with Android 16 – and it could land very soon

By David Nield published

Code hidden in the latest beta version of Android 16 suggests Pixel owners will soon be able to save themes.

Android will soon borrow iOS 18's anti-car sickness feature – here's how it works

By David Nield published

Vehicle Motion Cues have only just arrived on the iPhone, but there are already plans to add them to Android.

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

By Thomas Deehan published

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

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.

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

By Jamie Richards published

Let's talk about DeX