Gemini Intelligence has strict requirements, and your phone may not qualify
Google’s Gemini Intelligence sounds like the next big leap for Android AI, but there’s a surprising catch hiding behind the hype. Even some recent flagship phones may not make the cut.
Your Android phone can now share files with any iPhone using a Quick Share QR code
Google is rolling out a new QR code sharing feature in Quick Share that lets Android users transfer files to iPhones without any extra app.
Samsung’s AI smart glasses lined up for July. And yes, Galaxy Glasses could be the name
Samsung may show Galaxy Glasses at Unpacked in July, pairing Android XR and Gemini with cameras, microphones, and speakers for a voice-first AI wearable tied to the Galaxy ecosystem.
Android apps can now track your habits and whereabouts to offer task suggestions
Google's Contextual Suggestions is rolling out now via Play Services v26.18, is enabled by default, and uses on-device AI to track your activities and feed predictions to apps.
I’m not sold on Googlebook’s future, but it sure has two big wins I can’t ignore
Googlebook sounds like an ambitious new laptop category built around Gemini Intelligence, but its most convincing ideas may be the Magic Pointer and native Android app access.
Google will let some Chromebooks transition into a Googlebook experience soon
Google says some Chromebooks will transition into the new Googlebook experience, but it hasn’t named eligible models yet. Current ChromeOS support continues, making the next upgrade decision less urgent but more complicated.
Google’s AirDrop-style feature is coming to more Androids, but your older Galaxy probably didn’t make the list
Google’s AirDrop support is already live on Pixel and Galaxy S26 phones, with older Samsung flagships and select OnePlus, Oppo, and Honor models coming later.
The Android Show 2026: Gemini Intelligence, Googlebook, Android 17 updates, and everything else
Google announced Gemini Intelligence, Googlebooks, Android 17 updates, and a redesigned Android Auto at The Android Show: I/O Edition 2026. Missed the event? Here’s everything that landed.
Android’s new Pause Point feature puts a 10-second speed bump between you and mindless scrolling
Google is bringing a new Pause Point feature to Android in a bid to help users cut down on mindless scrolling.
Your Android phone is about to get much better at blocking scams
Google has announced a broad set of security upgrades for Android at the Android Show I/O Edition today, headlined by a new verified financial calls feature that will automatically end spoofed calls impersonating your bank.
Android 17 will make it easier to stop apps from quietly tracking your location in the background
Google announced a new set of privacy and theft protection updates for Android 17 at the Android Show I/O Edition today, including a new location button that automatically revokes an app's access to your precise location once you close it.
Android 17 is about to make your phone a much better content creation tool
Google has announced a slate of creator-focused updates coming with Android 17 at the Android Show I/O Edition, including deeper Instagram camera integration, AI-powered tools in the Edits app, and new a Screen Reactions feature.
Android and iPhone are closer than ever, and this could change how you move between them
Android to iPhone transfers are starting to feel less like chaos and more like copy, paste, done.
This Android Auto update is trying to change how you drive and use your car
Android Auto is getting a major upgrade that goes beyond design tweaks, bringing smarter navigation, richer entertainment, and a more helpful driving experience.
6 things Gemini Intelligence is about to do across your Android devices
Google is bringing these Gemini features to Android, expanding it across apps and devices to automate everyday tasks, simplify browsing, and make your phone feel more helpful while keeping you in control.
WhatsApp Plus is here, and you can safely ignore this subscription
WhatsApp Plus has arrived on iPhone, but when Telegram Premium offers functional upgrades, and Signal gives everything away free, does Meta's new subscription actually earn its keep?
The makers of security-first GrapheneOS are putting Google and Apple’s tactics on blast
Google's reCAPTCHA is testing a system that requires you to scan a QR code with an Apple or Google-certified phone. Here's why that matters more than it sounds.
I used to dread moving files between devices — now I barely think about it
For years, moving a file between my iPhone, Android phone, and MacBook felt like negotiating a peace treaty between rival nations. Somehow, without much fanfare, the war is over — and my workflow has never been calmer.
Fake stalking apps racked million of downloads. It says a lot about Google’s security and us
28 fake Android apps promising to spy on anyone's call history racked up 7.3 million downloads on Google Play — and the scariest part isn't that the apps were fraudulent, it's that so many people wanted them to work.
Google releases big v4.0 update for its popular Snapseed editing app on Android
Google has finally brought Snapseed 4.0 to Android, and it's a big one — a fully redesigned interface, a built-in camera with real-time film emulation, and 30+ pro editing tools, all still completely free.
How Google Workspace helps small businesses scale with an AI co-founder
Google Workspace with Gemini helps small teams work smarter by acting as a digital co-founder, automating tasks and improving productivity across everyday workflows.
The Xperia 1 VIII leak finally gives Sony some swagger
A colorful Xperia 1 VIII leak suggests Sony’s next flagship could finally have more personality, but rumored price and camera changes may decide whether the excitement lasts.
Android boss shoots down a Liquid Glass copyjob on Pixels, and that’s a relief
Google's Android Ecosystem president Sameer Samat has confirmed that Pixel devices will not adopt Apple's Liquid Glass design language, even as several Android OEMs copy the aesthetic.
OnePlus picked a hell of a time to leak a monster phone
The OnePlus 16 is rumored to pack a 200MP zoom camera, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro chip, and massive battery as shutdown reports continue to cloud the brand’s future.
How to find downloaded files on iPhone and Android in 2026
We download files to our phones all the time, but finding them can be tricky. Here's a guide on how to find downloads on your Apple, Samsung, or Android phone.
What is RCS messaging? The texting upgrade explained in 2026
What is RCS? Rich Communication Services messaging is the next-generation SMS with group chats, video, audio, and images. Here's what you need to know.
Google is adopting a new framework to stop shady Android apps from raising hell
Google is expanding Binary Transparency for Android, using a public ledger to help verify official Google apps and spot unauthorized builds more easily.
Xteink’s latest e-reader brings Android to a pocket-sized screen that snaps to your phone
Xteink's new S4 trades its proprietary OS for Android 11, opening doors to third-party reading apps like Kindle, Kobo, and Libby.
iOS 26.5 adding encryption to RCS messages exchanged between Androids and iPhones
iOS 26.5 adds encrypted RCS support for iPhone and Android chats, but users should look for the lock indicator before assuming cross-platform conversations are protected.
How to use WhatsApp Web
WhatsApp is a popular messaging and calling app, but it can also be used within your web browser. So here's how you can run it on a webpage.
What is WhatsApp? How to use the app, tips, tricks, and more
WhatsApp is a free, multifunctional, multiplatform messaging app and one of the most popular call and chat apps available. We give you the lowdown.
How to drop a pin in Google Maps
Google Maps is a great tool to help you find your way around. We'll show you how to drop a pin at your preferred destination so you'll never get lost again.
I’m rocking an old Pixel 8a in 2026, and my latest vacation is thankful for it
My old Pixel 8a had every chance to feel cheap on vacation. Instead, it made the flagship upgrade itch look ridiculous.
Google finally explains why Android AICore keeps eating your storage — and it actually makes a lot of sense
If you've ever noticed Android AICore taking up more storage than expected, Google now has an answer — and it turns out the culprit is a perfectly reasonable fail-safe you'd probably want anyway.
The 6,000 mAh battery on the Razr Fold should worry Samsung and Google: Here’s why
Motorola's Razr Fold arrives with a 6,000 mAh battery and 80W charging, specs that no U.S. book-style foldable has offered before. Here's what the numbers mean.
Samsung’s next Galaxy Book laptops could run Android-based OS instead of Windows
Samsung's Android Galaxy Books would run on Android 17-based One UI 9, likely built on Google's upcoming Aluminium OS.
Google Photos will let you try on clothes you already have in the wardrobe, or just screenshotted
Google Photos is getting a new wardrobe feature that uses AI to catalog your outfits from past photos, help you mix and match looks, and virtually try them on.
Lovable’s new mobile app brings vibe coding to your pocket
Lovable has launched mobile apps for iOS and Android, bringing its AI-powered vibe coding platform to a wider audience.