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The $899 Trap: Why Google's New Laptop Is Destined to Fail
Google's new Android-based laptop OS offers slick Gemini features and phone tricks—but at $899, charging premium prices for scaled-up mobile apps is a fatal miscalculation.
Want Some Free Travel Data? This Android Browser's eSIM Gives You 3GB
You can extend your coverage for your trip with 3GB, 5GB, or 10GB top-ups via Opera's web browser for Android.
Google Pixel Phones Now Use AI to Make Boring Phone Calls for You
You’ll need a Pixel 11 phone and a Google AI subscription, with the experimental feature emulating agentic technologies.
iPhone vs. Android: Who's Winning Right Now?
Android and iOS are more alike than ever, but important differences remain. After a fresh iOS drop, we place Apple and Google's mobile operating systems head-to-head across 14 key factors to see which platform comes out on top.
Latest Pixel Feature Drop Expands Access to Scam-Text Detection
The short list of new features also includes new home-screen widgets for VIP pals.
Google Just Made It Way Easier to Move Your Keys Between Password Managers
Users can now migrate their log-ins between password managers automatically—but only a few are supported right now.
Latest Android Feature Drop Helps You Keep Tabs on Items Without a Tracker
Google also puts Gemini Live to work in Android's Guided Vision tool to describe the things in front of you, and adds a setting to help people feel less motion sickness.
Suffer From Motion Sickness? This Android 17 Feature Could Help
Motion Assist, which is gradually rolling out on Android 17, displays moving dots on your phone to stop you from puking.
Love Sideloading on Android? Watch Out for This Upcoming Rule Change
Google is deliberately making sideloading harder to use to help protect inexperienced users.
App Lock Is Finally Coming to Android: Pixel Up First, Samsung May Be Next
A way to lock specific apps behind a security check is now in testing through Android 17’s latest beta.
AT&T Adds a New Kid-Optimized 5G Android Tablet to Its Lineup
AmiGo Jr. Tab 2 comes with apps designed for 3-10-year-olds, plus tools for their parents to govern their screen time.
Google Pixel 11 Buyers Should Brace for Higher Costs, Less RAM
Several Pixel 11 models are set to get a $100 price increase over their last-gen counterparts, while the Pro models will have 12GB of RAM, down from 16GB, according to the latest leak.
Got a New Android Phone? Gemini Might Soon Help You Whiz Through Setup
A Gemini-powered tool spotted in a Google Play Services beta appears to help you answer questions as you set up various features on your new device.
Worried About Packages Getting Stolen? Google Wallet Now Tracks Delivery Status
The order-status feature is powered by the same tools found in Gmail on Android.
EU Will Force Google to Open Up Android to Rival AI Chatbots
It also has to reveal its internal search data to competitors. Google, however, argues that both moves would harm the privacy and security of its users.
Google Is Giving You Less Free Storage for Your Android Backups
Following the change, backing up data like SMS messages, call history, and device settings will all count toward the 15GB of free storage Google gives you.
Google Set to Show Off Pixel 11 Lineup at Aug. 12 Event
Will the ongoing memory shortage mean higher prices for Google's flagship phones?
I Needed to Replace My Pixel 9 Pro's Screen. It Was Easy, With One Big Caveat
Google only has 10 stores in the US, but the DC location came in clutch when my Pixel screen suddenly started showing a pink vertical line. Here's what to expect if you have one nearby too.
Android 17 Is Now Live for Anyone With a Pixel Smartphone
The update adds a ton of creative features, like built-in screen recording in the camera, multitasking app bubbles, and additional biometric security. Wear OS 7 is out today too.
Google Will Soon Spot Fake Calls on Supported Android Phones
June's Android feature drop also expands AirDrop compatibility, Personal Safety features for kids, and fashion-finding options.
