You can take control of just how heavily your apps sap resources in the background, if you know where to look.

Google confirms Android Family Hub in Play services v26.43. Explore the new Settings menu, its family features, and which ...

Google dropped Android 17 QPR3 Beta 3 last week for supported Pixel devices. Inside, the Android team included a solid list of new features, plus plenty of bug fixes. In case you needed help ...

Android Auto does a solid job of mirroring your phone's most useful apps on your car's infotainment screen. From maps to music and messaging, Android Auto handles the expected tasks just fine. But ...

I’ve said it before, and I’ll repeat it: Android Auto is among Google’s best products. Yes, it has its flaws and could be improved, but the value it adds to the driving experience is substantial. It’s ...

Your phone's most honest app doesn't even have a home screen icon.

Google is updating Gmail’s interface with additional iconography. You’ll now start seeing icons associated with options in the overflow menu accessed while viewing emails. We’re not yet seeing this on ...

I cover Android with a focus on productivity, automation, and Google’s ecosystem, including Gemini and everyday apps. With a background in engineering and software development, I tend to go beyond ...

App lock and lock screen UI blur are back ...