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Lock screen widgets could finally return in Android 15, but there's a catch

By Hamish Hector published

Lock screen widgets could be coming back to Android with Android 15, but maybe not for every device.

Good news, mobile photographers: your HDR photos will now look right on both Android and iOS

By David Nield published

With Android 15 and iOS 18, Google and Apple are supporting the same standard for HDR images.

5 ways that Android 15 on Pixel is going to be way more customizable for users

By Cesar Cadenas published

Deep dives into Android 15 Beta 2 reveal Google might launch an album screensaver tool, vibration controls, and more.

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.

Android 16’s answer to iOS Live Activities is coming soon – here are the apps it’ll support, including Google Maps

By Rowan Davies published

The first-look images to Android's version of iOS Live Activities has dropped, but an official roll out date is still in question.

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.

Google teases a refresh for the Pixel's always-on display in Android 16 – and it's about time it caught up to Apple and Samsung

By David Nield published

The lock screen on Pixel phones could look much more appealing once Android 16 has rolled out.

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.

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.

3 major upgrades in Android 16 have already been spotted

By David Nield published

The developer preview has only been out for a day, and new features are already emerging.

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 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.

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.

Google is preparing a big customization upgrade for your Pixel phone with Android 16 – and it could land very soon

By David Nield published

Code hidden in the latest beta version of Android 16 suggests Pixel owners will soon be able to save themes.

Android 15 could have a new screen feature to keep you doomscrolling in bed

By David Nield published

We've got a sneak preview of two more features heading our way with the Android 15 update later this year.

Latest Android 15 beta teases a tiny taskbar and less annoying notifications

By Hamish Hector published

The latest Android 15 beta code teases a tiny taskbar for all Android phones, and less distracting notifications.

A useful new Android Auto video feature has been spotted – and it's an upgrade I've waited a long time for

By David Nield published

Preparations to allow drivers to listen to the audio from videos while on the move are in the works.

Android 16 may be adding its own version of iOS StandBy Mode

By David Nield published

It looks as though Android could follow iOS in adding a display mode for when your phone is inactive and charging.

Google could add Desktop Mode to Android phones, bringing a Samsung DeX-style experience to more devices

By Jamie Richards published

Google is set to bring a new Desktop Mode to Android, which would give more Android users the chance to use their phones and tablets effectively as computers when paired with an external monitor.

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.

Google and Samsung just made sharing files on Android much easier

By Roland Moore-Colyer published

By teaming up with Samsung, Google is bringing the former's Quick Share feature to other Android devices.

Android 16 could bring an improved Samsung DeX-style desktop mode to more phones

By Jamie Richards published

Let's talk about DeX

Android 15 is going to make it easier for you to navigate indoors – here's how

By David Nield published

Android 15 is adopting a standard called Wi-Fi Ranging so you won't get lost without a GPS signal.

Google just accidentally leaked the next major visual redesign for Android – here's what it looks like

By David Nield published

Google is preparing a significant design overhaul for Android, which it's calling Material 3 Expressive.

Android 15 could give your phone a 3-hour battery boost

By David Nield published

Google execs have been chatting about some of the improvements heading our way later this year.

Could ChromeOS eventually run on your Android phone? Google’s demo of exactly that is an exciting hint for the future

By Kristina Terech published

Google has held a secret demo showcasing ChromeOS running on an Android device, hinting at potential future plans.

This could be the date when Google launches Android 16 – and here's what's coming

By David Nield published

According to one report, June 3 is the day when we're going to see Android 16 made available to the masses.

Android 16 is out now, but its big visual redesign might not arrive until September

By James Rogerson published

Android 16 is out now, with live updates, new security tools, and more, but the feature we're really waiting for isn't here yet.

Google is 'reimagining' Android to be all-in on AI – and it looks truly impressive

By Roland Moore-Colyer published

At Google I/O 2024, the search giant touted the future of Android as having Gemini AI at its core.

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