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Android 16 Beta 3 has arrived – here are the 4 features I think will be the most useful

By Jamie Richards published

New accessibility features, battery health, and more

Best Android emulator of 2025

By Sofia Elizabella Wyciślik-Wilson last updated

We list the best Android emulators, to make it simple and easy to install Android on your Microsoft or Mac computer for gaming and general app use.

Android 15 could soon bring back a popular home screen customization trick

By David Nield published

It looks as though you'll be able to tweak the shape of home screen icons in a future Android 15 update.

Android 15 could soon match a key iPhone security feature to protect your phone from thieves

By David Nield published

Code spotted in the Android 15 beta suggests phones will default to biometrics in certain situations.

Google’s AI app development suite is getting Android and iOS expansions

By Craig Hale published

You can now simulate iOS and Android in Project IDX, which is available with AI in even more countries.

Google has quietly confirmed that Android 15 is launching in October

By James Rogerson published

Release notes for the Android 15 beta exit have been updated to mention an October release date.

Got an old Android phone? Google Calendar could soon stop working on it

By David Nield published

If you've got a device that's on Android 7 or older, you might want to think about upgrading.

Google could soon make sharing files from Android to iPhone much easier

By David Nield published

Comments left on Quick Share code suggest there might be iOS and macOS apps in the pipeline.

Android 15 is out now – here are 5 new features it brings to Google Pixel phones

By Axel Metz published

Android 15 is now rolling out to compatible Google Pixel devices; here are our favorite features.

Android 16 brings a much-needed upgrade to Google Maps that iOS users already have

By Jamie Richards published

Google Maps has become the first app to get live update support with the latest Android 16 beta, with the app now able to show directions and other information on your phone’s lock screen.

I’m an iOS loyalist – here’s why Android has never tempted me to switch

By Alex Blake published

Android has a lot to offer, but it’s never tempted me to switch. Here’s why I’ve always stuck with Apple.

We'll likely get our first look at Android 15 this week – here's what to expect

By Cesar Cadenas published

It's unknown what the first Android 15 preview will have, but previous reports can offer clues on what may be available.

Android phones can now edit text messages, just like the iPhone

By Philip Berne published

Google add RCS message editing and a host of Google Home and other new features to Android phones, available now.

Android will soon borrow iOS 18's anti-car sickness feature – here's how it works

By David Nield published

Vehicle Motion Cues have only just arrived on the iPhone, but there are already plans to add them to Android.

Your Android phone is about to look very different – here are 5 design changes that could come with Android 16

By David Nield published

It looks as though Google has big plans for the Android user interface, and these are the changes on the way.

5 must-have Android apps

By James Rogerson published

We've highlighted five of the very best Android apps, covering various categories.

Google could be preparing a major Bluetooth upgrade for Android 15

By David Nield published

Code hidden in the latest Android beta suggests that Bluetooth Auracast could make its debut in Android 15.

Android Auto is axing support for some older devices – check if yours is affected now

By Leon Poultney published

Those running Android 8 won't be able to take advantage of any updates to the Android Auto operating system.

Android 15 gets possible launch date – the 4 best new features coming to your Pixel

By Hamish Hector published

Android 15 is reportedly set to launch on October 15, here are 4 of the best upgrades.

Android 15 takes a big step towards launching – and could get a major settings and biometrics boost

By James Rogerson published

Android 15 beta 3 is out now, and contains evidence of several unfinished features.

‘I’ve seen it, it’s incredible’: Qualcomm CEO hypes new desktop Android OS that sounds like a genuine game-changer

By Hamish Hector published

Google’s senior vice president of platforms & devices Rick Osterloh took to the stage to talk more about Android being integrated into ChromeOS.

Android Automotive gets major update with native Max and Peacock streaming

By Leon Poultney published

Google has announced that it will roll out updates to both its Android Automotive infotainment OS and its Android Auto smartphone app.

Microsoft is axing support for Android apps, leaving users to search for other solutions

By Kristina Terech published

Microsoft is discontinuing Android app support for Windows, leaving users to look for alternatives to run their favorite Android apps and games.

Android camera apps could soon get a big upgrade for photo pros

By David Nield published

More Android apps are going to have access to the RAW photo format, thanks to a code tweak.

Android 16 could let you lock your phone down even tighter with new security features

By David Nield published

It sounds as though the heavy-duty Advanced Protection Mode in Android could be upgraded next year.

Samsung Android 14: which Samsung phones have it and when will yours get it?

By James Rogerson published

The Samsung Galaxy S23 and many other handsets already have Android 14.

Here's how Android 16 is going to be able to install your apps faster

By David Nield published

Offloading some of the tasks linked to app installation to the cloud could help on budget handsets.

Android 15 tipped to get a video stabilization upgrade to match the best of iPhone

By Roland Moore-Colyer published

Android 15 could bring in a video stabilization upgrade for third-party apps.

Android could soon change in a big way thanks to the Google and Epic settlement – here’s what it means for you

By Alex Blake, Alex Blake published

The legal dispute between Google and Epic Games has been settled, with big changes coming to Android.

Android 16 could give Gemini more control over apps – and other AI upgrades are rumored too

By David Nield published

Code diggers have found signs that Gemini is getting some significant improvements on Android.