Clear space, optimize your battery and update the basics. These quick changes can make an old Android phone feel snappier.

Google's strongest security features are tucked behind a single toggle. Turn it on to protect yourself from theft, scams, spam, and more.

Turning my phone into a distraction-free e-reader didn’t make it a perfect Kindle replacement, but it did help me read more ...

Google has confirmed it will roll out a new customization setting in Android to let users turn off the background blur effect. Android’s new Material 3 Expressive design makes ample use of blur ...

According to an Android Authority report, the feature was first spotted by Telegram user @Itachiuchiha23x, and later verified by the publication. The Gemini feature, which was first released in 2024, ...

Google is working on a new setting for Android that will let users easily disable the background blur effect. This change is a win for both accessibility, as it improves readability, and for battery ...

Android 16 QPR2 Beta 1 introduces a new Welcome screen on Pixel devices. The refreshed design mimics Apple’s iconic ‘Hello’ setup experience, with the text cycling through multiple languages. The new ...

The AYN Thor is an upcoming handheld game console with a clamshell design: flip the lid upward and you’re greeted by a 6 inch AMOLED display with a 120 Hz refresh rate on top and a set of game ...

Full-sized widgets are coming back to your Android 16 phone's lock screen. Android will now force apps, and their icons, into dark mode, even if developer support is lacking. The optional Identity ...

No, you're not seeing things: Your Android device sometimes displays a small green dot in the status bar. Likely nestled next to your battery icon, it comes and goes, but never seems to stick around.

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The Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses start at $799 and come with an EMG wristband that allows effortless interactions. They will be available starting September 30 in the US.