Google is working on an Android feature to reduce motion sickness while using your phone
Android 17 may introduce Motion Cues, a system-level feature that syncs screen visuals with vehicle movement to help prevent nausea during commutes.
Running Android apps on your Windows 11 PC is about to feel slightly better
Android app streaming on Windows 11 is getting a subtle upgrade. A new expanded mode in Phone Link makes apps feel less cramped on large monitors, bringing the experience closer to something you might actually want to use daily.
Android’s new Emergency Live Video feature helps responders see exactly what you’re facing
Android already offers a host of features to help you in an emergency. From a nifty gesture that lets you quickly call emergency services to more advanced tools like Car Crash Detection, Emergency Location Service, and Satellite SOS, your Android phone is well-equipped to step in when you’re in a tough spot. Now, Google is […]
Google’s Pixel 10a edges toward release, but don’t expect any major upgrades
A Verizon certification has revealed key Pixel 10a specs, suggesting Google's next budget phone may closely resemble the Pixel 9a with minor refinements.
Google will fix your faulty Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro XL display for free
Google has launched an extended repair program for the Pixel 9 Pro series, offering free screen replacements for devices affected by vertical lines or flicker.
Android’s latest Canary release lays the groundwork to help you seamlessly switch to iPhone
Google has added a new data migration solution in the latest Android Canary release to make data transfers between iPhones and Android devices more seamless.
Android’s upcoming NameDrop alternative just picked up a new animation
Android’s upcoming NameDrop alternative just gained a new animated interface. The contact exchange still is not functional, which suggests the feature remains early in development despite the polished visuals.
Android 16 QPR2 reportedly improves your Pixel phone’s performance alongside new features
Google's December 2025 Android 16 QPR2 update brings auto-themed icons, lock-screen widgets, improved multitasking, and, most importantly, noticeable speed boosts to Pixel phones.
Your notifications just got smarter and quieter with Google’s new update
Google’s Android 16 QPR2 update introduces AI-powered notifications, improved dark mode, scam detection, and new safety tools, making everyday phone use smoother, safer, and more intuitive.
Samsung has a new Apple Watch Ultra 3 rival in development, and it could arrive next year
Samsung is developing a new Galaxy Watch Ultra successor for 2026, promising upgraded durability, performance, and features to challenge Apple Watch Ultra.
Your phone can now tell you when a text looks like a scam
Google now uses AI in Circle to Search and Lens to detect scam messages, explain risks, and guide users with real-time warnings across Android devices.
Android phones can warn you if you open financial apps during a scam call
Android’s in-call protection now activates during suspicious calls involving financial apps. If you open a banking or payment app while on the line with an unfamiliar number, your phone will warn you, pause actions for 30 seconds, and offer quick safety options.
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is cool, but I’m more psyched about the future it teases
The Galaxy Z TriFold is a lovely engineering showcase, but the software and hardware innovations it brings to the table offer a peek into the future of foldable phones, computing devices, and Android, in general.
Your Android chats are about to get clearer, safer, and easier to manage
Android phones are getting major upgrades: emotion-aware captions, scam-checking AI, urgent call labels, safer group chats, and improved browsing tools, enhancing daily communication and security.
The upcoming budget smartwatch from OnePlus doesn’t care which phone you use
OnePlus Watch Lite adds rare iOS and Android support to the budget smartwatch space, offering cross-platform freedom and solid fitness features at a low price.
Your Wi-Fi might briefly disappear if you use Quick Share on Pixel 10
Pixel 10 owners report that the latest Quick Share update is unexpectedly cutting their Wi-Fi connection the moment the sharing menu opens.
Your Android hotspot is about to get much faster
Google is adding 6GHz and 2.4+6GHz hotspot modes to Android, giving users faster tethering while keeping older devices connected.
Nothing’s 3a series budget phones are finally getting a taste of Android 16
Nothing OS 4.0 brings Android 16 to the Phone (3a) lineup with a refreshed design, smoother performance, new AI tools, camera upgrades, and deeper customization options.
Waiting for the OnePlus 15? You might finally get your hands on it soon
The OnePlus 15 has cleared FCC approval, paving the way for its long-delayed U.S. launch. Here’s why you might finally be able to buy it soon.
Google Maps goes on a diet as Pixel 10 gets bare-bones navigation mode
Google Maps’ new Pixel 10 Power Saving Mode removes most on-screen elements during navigation, delivering a minimalist view that can extend battery life by up to four hours.
Google may soon let Gemini explain anything on your screen… without circling it
Google is developing a new Gemini feature that can analyze and summarize whatever is on your phone’s screen, potentially replacing Circle to Search.
Samsung’s One UI 8.5 beta update appears right around the corner for Galaxy S25 users
Samsung is expected to begin rolling out the One UI 8.5 public beta in early December, starting with Galaxy S25 users in select regions.
Your future Chromebook might run a new Android-based Aluminium OS
Google’s next-generation desktop platform, Aluminium OS, has surfaced through a new job listing, revealing an Android-based, AI-driven operating system that may eventually replace ChromeOS.
Google is supercharging Circle to Search with AI Mode, giving you better follow-up answers
Google is upgrading Circle to Search with AI Mode, delivering richer, more context-aware follow-up answers and making visual search far more useful on Android devices.
The new Snapdragon chip could deliver top-tier gaming performance on the upcoming OnePlus 15R
The Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 brings faster CPU performance, smoother gaming, and smarter on-device AI to the upcoming OnePlus 15R, making it a standout midrange option.
Google clarifies Gmail’s Smart Features don’t use your data to train the Gemini AI model
Google has denied claims that Gmail uses your emails to train Gemini AI. The company clarifies how Smart Features work and reassures users that their data remains private.
Chrome is testing a new feature that prevents websites from knowing exactly where you are
Chrome for Android is testing a new toggle that lets websites access only your approximate location. Here's why it matters for your privacy and everyday browsing.
Check this new social app which lets you spoil your favourite TV shows and books
Phictly brings niche, spoiler-safe discussion clubs for books and TV to mobile, capping membership and tailoring pacing for deeper fan communities.
OnePlus 15R is now official… But you can’t pre-order it until December 2025
The OnePlus 15R is now official with an expected 8,000 mAh battery, but global pre-orders won’t open until December 17, 2025. Here’s what’s coming.
Chrome and Safari aren’t the best mobile browsers. I tried one that truly works for you
I tried Perplexity's Comet browser on Android, and it has dramatically changed how I explore information and get web-based work done on my phone.
Your Snapdragon phone is about to play nicely with iPhones
Qualcomm says all phones with its Snapdragon chip will soon support Android’s Quick Share feature that links directly to Apple’s AirDrop system, making cross-platform file sharing easier than ever.
Chrome on Android now lets you pin tabs and it’s oddly satisfying
Google Chrome on Android has added the ability to pin tabs, letting you keep key pages locked in place while you browse the rest. It’s a small upgrade with big convenience.
Android wants to copy Apple’s best copy-paste trick
Code found in Android 17 hints at a built-in “Universal Clipboard” feature that syncs clipboard content across your Android phone and PC. It's a long-requested tool that mirrors features iPhone users have had for years.
Perplexity debuts mobile version of Comet Browser with voice and ad blocker
Perplexity’s Comet browser lands on Android with AI-powered search, voice queries, tab summaries and ad blocking, signalling a new chapter in mobile browsing.
Google Phone App tests ‘Call Reason’ feature to label urgent calls
Google Phone app will allow users to specify call reasons and override Do Not Disturb for urgent tags.
Android phones can finally share files with iPhones over AirDrop
Starting the Pixel 10 series smartphones, Android devices will finally be able to wirelessly share files with iPhones using the Quick Share-AirDrop bridge.
Gemini arrives on Android Auto with smarter navigation, quicker replies, and perfect music picks
Android Auto is getting smarter with Gemini, letting you talk naturally to find stops, answer messages and create playlists without touching your phone. The update replaces Google Assistant and transforms everyday drives into smoother, more helpful journeys.
YouTube is making it easier to share videos with friends and waste their time, too
YouTube is trialing native private chats, allowing users to share videos and discuss them without switching apps. The test could expand globally if successful.