I monitor my homelab from my car now, thanks to a free sideloaded Android Auto app
Android Auto blocks browsers, but this free app gets around it (for when you’re parked)
Android Auto blocks browsers, but this free app gets around it (for when you’re parked)
A hidden toggle buried in the Android Auto app's code isn't functional yet. Here's what it could do, what it might not, and what Google hasn't said so far.
You would think that Maps would be the same regardless of your phone's brand, but there are some differences between the Android Auto and CarPlay experiences.
A security researcher has uncovered a serious vulnerability in Android that allows an attacker to remotely crash a smartphone using a specially crafted text message. Covered by 3 outlets: 2 are centre, 1 are not rated.
Older Android devices will remain permanently at risk, experts warn.
New Android SMS of Death exploit can remotely crash unpatched phones BleepingComputer A simple text message can instantly ruin your phone — here’s how to stop it PhoneArena Invisible “SMS of Death” crashes Android...
According to the latest Android distribution figures, Android 17 – the latest version of the mobile OS – is installed on just 0.9% of devices worldwide. Android 16 owns the lion's share of distribution at 25.4%, followed by Android 15...
Distribution numbers make Android 17 look like a flop, but one big name is missing from the count.
The iPhone 18 Pro Max is a brilliant phone, but not everyone wants to live in Apple's walled garden. This is the closest competitor Android can offer.
Google says one of its Android manufacturing partners secretly built a backdoor in 1.3 million devices and turned them into a botnet. The company says it has now dismantled the backdoor and "cut ties" with the manufacturer, the...
Android phone makers keep increasing their software support for phones, but can their devices actually last that long? Here's what breaks first.
ExpressVPN's latest Android update adds email code, login token, and passkey sign-in, making it quicker and safer to get protected on a new device.
For most of us, our phones are the main way we access the internet, so having a reliable VPN on Android is more important than ever. While plenty of VPNs work well on Windows, not all of them deliver the same experience on Android. I’ve...
At the 2026 Android Dev Summit, Google has announced some interesting features coming to both Android XR and Android CLI. Developers can now build and test apps for smart glasses without owning the hardware, while Android’s command-line...
Videostrong accused of shipping devices with a backdoor baked in
Google has confirmed plans to expand its Googlebook lineup with detachable devices, opening the door to a new category of tablets that could offer a more laptop-like experience.
Skip the Google Play Store and download Android apps from these 4 sources instead.
Your apps and browsers may be overdue for some tidying up.
Maximizing your listening experience on Android can get very complicated, but we'll guide you through settings and headphone choices to get you there.
Despite Lenovo providing excellent hardware for Google's new laptop platform, Googlebook OS will only impress Android die-hards.
Learn to identify and understand a dozen of the fundamental icons found in the Android status bar.
Bluetooth Auracast is ready to use on the latest flagship Android phones. This is how you use it the way it was meant to be used.
Easier app installs are coming to third-party stores, pending Google's stamp of approval.
You can easily access your flashlight on Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel devices - here's how.
Which fox do you prefer?
Samsung doesn't just make great phone and tablet hardware; its One UI is also a standout, offering many features you just can't get elsewhere.
Garena Free Fire has returned for Indian mobile gamers with Diwali-themed rewards and player safety features. Know how to download the game and other important details.
Spam calls should be a thing of the past, but apparently the spammers never got the memo. Fortunately, your phone already has built-in tools to mitigate the worst of them. #StopSpamCalls #PhoneSecurity #AndroidIPhoneTips Voiceover by:...
Extra productivity points for already including a clamshell keyboard and digital stylus.
Google rolling out gradient icon redesigns for Contacts, Messages, and Phone 9to5Google Google Messages, Phone by Google, and Google Contacts get new, updated icons. blog.google Google Messages update rolling out new app icon with...
Motorola Signature 27 specs detailed in new video, including Tandem OLED display 9to5Google Motorola Signature 27 flexes muscle on Geekbench ahead of November 5 launch - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com Here's exactly when you'll find out...
iOS 27.2 Messages Calendar Event Suggestions Explained Gadget Hacks iOS 27.2 update rolling out with these new features - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com Apple rolls out iOS 27.2 with new Siri AI languages and...
Now you can generate, preview, and edit PDFs, Google Docs, Google Sheets, slide decks, Markdown files, TXT files, and code directly within Google Gemini. The new file editing capabilities are available starting today for all Gemini...
You can generate and edit Google Docs files directly in Gemini chats now The Verge You can now generate, preview, and edit documents, PDFs, presentations, spreadsheets, and more directly in Gemini. blog.google Gemini...