Google buried one of Android's coolest features.

Hidden features are the best kind of features. They're almost like Easter eggs that developers leave for people to happen upon, rather than clearly outlining them in documentation. You feel special ...

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Google claims the move will make Android safer. Sideloading from unverified developers will involve a five-step process. There will also be a mandatory 24-hour cooling-off period. For years, one of ...

Google’s June 2026 Android system updates add WhatsApp backup controls, Play Protect checks, passkey portability, and Play Store AI search. Google’s June Android updates give users more control over ...

Google has shared new timelines for Android developer verification, with user-facing protections starting in select countries on September 30, 2026. Most users won’t notice any immediate changes, but ...

Some Pixel users are losing home screen widgets after updating to Android 17, with reports that My Clock, Gemini, Calendar, Tasks, Keep, and other widgets are affected. The bug appears to be linked to ...

Frankly, we don’t see gaming-specific features come to the Android core all too often. Recently, ex-journalist and now Google employee Mishaal Rahman offered up a surprisingly detailed preview of a ...

The Android 17 update is available for a wide range of Pixel devices, all the way back to Pixel 6. Review the list below to see if yours is included. Unlike other brands, Google rolls out the update ...

Widgets have long been a useful part of the Android homescreen and, for many, they’ve solidified their spot and functionality for years. That’s why it’s pretty frustrating that, for some Google Pixel ...