I didn't expect a secret Android Auto menu to change how I drive

Getting there requires a classic Google move. Open Android Auto’s app settings, scroll down to Version and permission info, ...

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 ...

Android is finally fixing one of the most annoying scrolling screenshot quirks

Desired behavior: Your device recognizes that you captured a standard screenshot just so you could capture a scrolling ...

Cellik RAT: The Android Malware That Hides in Plain Sight

Cellik Android malware hides in Play Store apps to steal credentials, hijack sessions, and take full remote control of ...

The real reason why Android updates are so forgettable now

In 2019, Google officially killed its fun dessert names for Android versions. Over six years later, it remains a critical mistake.
ZDNet

Google just gave Android Auto its most important update yet - and we tested it on the road

Gemini is now available for Android Auto, replacing Google Assistant. The auto version brings a voice assistant capable of natural conversations. You have three different ways to initiate Gemini in ...
ZDNet

Perplexity's Comet lands on Android - can it crush Chrome? How to try it

Comet made its mobile debut on Thursday, Perplexity announced. The Android app comes with smart summarization and an ad blocker. Android's ecosystem could make it easier for Comet to spread. AI ...
Android Authority

Google's new 'Aluminium OS' project brings Android to PC: Here's what we know

The Android operating system is incredibly versatile. Beyond smartphones, it officially powers tablets, watches, TVs, cars, and XR headsets. However, it has virtually no presence on traditional PCs, ...

What is Sanchar Saathi, India's politically contentious cyber safety app?

India's mandate requiring smartphone makers to preload a state-owned cyber safety app on all new devices has triggered a political firestorm, fanning fears of government snooping in the world's most ...
The Verge

Aluminium OS will be Google’s take on Android for PC

A job listing reveals the first details of Google’s fusion of Android and ChromeOS. A job listing reveals the first details of Google’s fusion of Android and ChromeOS. is a news editor with over a ...
Indiatimes

Google begins faster rollout of developer tools with Android 16 QPR2 beta update: What it means for users

Google has launched Android 16 QPR2, bringing more frequent updates and new features to Pixel devices. Users can now enjoy lockscreen widgets for quick access, an AI-powered notification organizer, ...
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See a Green Dot on Your Android Phone? Here’s What It Means

Much like its iPhone competitor, Samsung has designed its Android phones with several important alert icons. Some of these are more intuitive than others, but one in particular that users ask about ...