Thus, I recently spent my June 6th weekend reviewing Android app permissions. I have done so before and have found the ...

A scanner, remote, microphone, and even a desktop setup might already be sitting in your pocket if you own an Android phone.

After trying the Android XR-based Project Aura glasses, it's clear Google is betting big on a future where smart glasses replace bulky mixed reality headsets. Our team tests, rates, and reviews more ...

Google Health 5.0 replaces the Fitbit app with a redesigned layout, Gemini-powered coaching, a new Android widget, and retired Fitbit features. Fitbit’s app is no longer just getting a Google coat of ...

At Google’s virtual Android Show: I/O Edition event on Tuesday, the tech giant announced a series of upcoming updates and features, including improved Gemini Intelligence features; new hardware called ...

New emoji, AI widgets, and AirDrop for (almost) everyone. New emoji, AI widgets, and AirDrop for (almost) everyone. is a news editor with over a decade’s experience in journalism. He previously worked ...

Most people use their Android home screen the same way they always have — have a row of icons, maybe a clock widget, and not much else. Many don't even bother changing the wallpaper on their phone.

Want to use your favorite AI chatbot app in the car? iOS 26.4 and later supports voice-based conversational apps, and we’ve already seen several popular iPhone apps update for CarPlay. While not every ...

After appearing in previous leaks, Android Auto’s widget selection is resurfacing as launch approaches. Gemini is the latest change to Android Auto, even if it’s been received with some friction.

Want Google out of your life? It's pretty easy to find alternative search, email, and photo storage providers, but it's much harder to come up with a mobile operating system that's free of Google. The ...

Android widgets changed how students manage their daily routines. These home screen tools provide instant access to information without opening apps. Over 70% of Android users interact with widgets ...

Jon Gilbert is a Features Writer for Android Police. I've covered Android since 2021, focusing on writing features and guides about Android apps and features that directly affect users. I've attended ...