Your AirPods can act like AirPods again on Android, but there’s a catch
LibrePods is a free Android app that tricks your AirPods into thinking they are talking to an iPhone, unlocking noise control, gestures, and battery stats, as long as you are willing to root.
How to use Android Recovery Mode to fix your phone or tablet
Recovery mode is often indispensable for solving phone problems. This guide explains what it is and precisely how to access it on most major Android phones.
Google Play just solved a huge hassle for streaming films and TV shows
Play Store now offers a built-in card that reveals which streaming apps host your searched title, simplifying discovery and app installs.
Galaxy Z TriFold moves closer to your pocket with fresh US firmware tests
Samsung has reportedly started testing firmware for the unlocked Galaxy Z TriFold in the US, hinting that its first tri-fold phone might be edging toward shelves, even if the launch date and markets are not confirmed.
YouTube Music is testing playlist search so you can stop endless scrolling
YouTube Music is finally testing playlist search, with a new Find in playlist button appearing for a tiny group of iOS users. It fixes one of the app’s most obvious pain points, but almost no one has it yet.
Android’s next trick could let you tap phones together to share info, just like iPhones
Google is reportedly developing a new feature, internally known as “Gesture Exchange” or “Contact Exchange,” that allows Android users to share contact details by tapping their phones together, much like NameDrop on iOS.
Android 17 is getting serious about physical controllers
Google is reportedly preparing the next major Android release, Android 17, to bring mobile gaming closer to console-style experience. Leaks and reports hint at improved native controller support, built-in button remapping, and low-latency gameplay features.
Android phones could soon get a face unlock solution that rivals Apple FaceID
Metalenz and UMC’s Polar ID mass-production deal marks the dawn of next-gen, ultra-thin, polarization-based face biometrics aimed at billions of devices, promising faster, slimmer security.
4 things to do when you first get the OnePlus 15
OnePlus 15 is a performance powerhouse, but the more rewarding part is the OxygenOS 16 software experience that is loaded with a bunch of nifty features you will love.
Lenovo highlights Android PC perks, but I’m more concerned about the limitations
Lenovo shares insights on Google’s upcoming Android PCs, highlighting their strengths for lightweight tasks while warning about the possible limitations.
Google is testing a new way to keep your contacts more private on Android 17
Google is testing a new Contacts Picker in Android 17 that stops apps from automatically pulling your entire address book. Instead of handing everything over, you’ll be able to choose exactly which contacts to share and only the specific details an app actually needs.
Your Pixel can finally keep receipts of your calls
Google is finally rolling out call recording support to more Pixel models with the latest Phone app update.
I spent a week with the OnePlus 15, and it was full of surprises
The OnePlus 15 serves a performance-first package with controversial camera hardware cuts. The result is a device that punches well above its weight, but leaves a few weak areas that could use some work.
You’ll have to wait to buy the OnePlus 15 in the U.S.
OnePlus has delayed the U.S. launch of the OnePlus 15 due to postponed FCC certifications during the government shutdown.
Google app now lets you discover, save, and organize images like Instagram
Google has launched a new Images tab in its app, letting users discover, save, and organize visuals tailored to their interests, bridging search with personal inspiration.
Gemini Live’s new voice tricks make your AI chats sound more human
Google is rolling out new model updates for Gemini Live on Android and iOS, giving its voice assistant more natural speech, flexible pacing and playful accents so it can help with studying, language practice, role play and storytelling.
Android games are coming to Steam, starting with the Frame VR headset
Valve brings Android and VR apps to SteamOS, marking a major step toward cross-platform gaming with its new Arm-powered Steam Frame headset.
Google will soon give Android power users a safer way to sideload apps from unverified developers
Google is working on a new advanced flow that will let Android power users install apps from unverified developers while ensuring they understand the risks involved.
Your next Android PC from Google is the new Copilot+ challenger
Android 16 code tied to "purwa" is turning up in repo screenshots, and a follow-up "mahua" chip gets a mention. If it sticks, Android on Snapdragon X laptops could be closer than you think.
Google’s November 2025 Pixel Drop is here with a host of upgrades for your Pixel
Google today announced a Pixel Drop for Pixel 6 and newer models, bringing theme packs, the Remix feature in Google Messages, and more.
Galaxy S26 will reportedly speed up wireless charging, and your wait times drop
Samsung is reportedly bumping wireless charging on the Galaxy S26 to 25W on Ultra and 20W on the rest, a first in six years, cutting time on the pad and lining up closer to rivals.
You can now remotely uninstall Android apps from any of your phones
Google is rolling out a new Play Store feature that lets you remotely uninstall apps from any Android device linked to your account. The update adds an “Uninstall” button right on app pages and complements the existing Manage apps view, making it easier than ever to clean up unused apps and keep your devices in sync.
Android phones will soon warn you about apps that are sucking up too much battery juice
Google is cracking down on battery-draining Android apps with a new Play Store policy targeting “excessive partial wake locks.”
I spent a week with OxygenOS 16 on OnePlus 15, and it made my iPhone feel dull
OnePlus sets out to redraw the lines of performance, but it manages to deliver a software experience that truly puts Oxygen OS 16 in a league of its own.
Samsung Galaxy S26 might get a welcome design change, and I’m concerned
A new leak claims the Galaxy S26 could be thinner than the Galaxy S25, but that raises more concerns than it solves.
You can finally add expiry dates to shared drive files and folders
Google Drive now lets you set expiration dates for files and folders in shared drives, right from the share menu. Access drops back cleanly when time is up, with web and Android support at launch.
Qualcomm expects to power the Galaxy S26 series, putting Exynos rumors in an awkward spot
Qualcomm says it expects to power about 75% of future Samsung Galaxy phones, a direct counter to reports of an Exynos-led S26. If that holds, Snapdragon likely sets the default Galaxy experience next year.
Android Auto gets Gemini today, here’s what you gain and lose
Google is rolling out Gemini on Android Auto for some users today. The assistant replaces Google Assistant, keeps the "Hey Google" hotword, adds Live for back and forth, and drops contact nicknames. Message translation is included.
Motorola’s new budget phone lasts “over two days” on a charge, but you can’t buy it
The new Moto G57 Power boasts a 7,000 mAh battery, Snapdragon 6s Gen 4, 120Hz display, and Android 16.
Android backups are getting pickier for you, in a good way
Google is testing per-app controls for Android backups. A Play Services beta shows size-sorted lists and individual switches, letting you skip noisy or sensitive apps so backups get smaller, faster, and less demanding on storage.
Galaxy XR to expand internationally in 2026, report claims
Samsung’s first XR headset is set to go wider in 2026. Galaxy XR will reportedly expand to the UK, Germany, France, and Canada, with more markets possible as production and content grow.
From Streetlight to Spotlight: Waze Now Features ‘The Magician’ Car Icon
The navigation app Waze partners with the film Now You See Me: Now You Don’t, letting users choose magician voices and themed icons to turn commutes into a cinematic ride.
Chrome’s new AI Mode button could be Google’s way of keeping you from rivals
Google rolls out an AI Mode button on Chrome, making it easier for users to access AI without leaving the browser.
This Pixel 10 Pro XL Deal Makes Google’s Flagship More Affordable
Save 25% on the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL, now $899 on Amazon. Features Gemini AI integration, triple rear cameras, a 6.8-inch Super Actua display, and all-day battery life.
If Google’s Gemini update for Maps works, I can’t wait to get on the road
Gemini for navigation could be a game-changer for on-the-move route changes and updates.
Your next foldable folds twice, from tablet to your pocket and still stays slim
Samsung quietly showed a tri-fold phone in Gyeongju, hands off and spec free. Visual checks reveal an inward folding layout, two hinge curves, an extra cover display, and a thin profile open and closed.
The viral Sora AI video generator app finally hits Android without a core frustration
OpenAI’s Sora AI video generator lands on Android, bringing realistic, sound-rich video creation to more users in select global markets.
5 phones I’d consider instead of the Apple iPhone 17
Does the iPhone 17 mark the time to jump off the upgrade cycle? We have five top reasons to consider defecting.