I used to dread moving files between devices — now I barely think about it

For years, moving a file between my iPhone, Android phone, and MacBook felt like negotiating a peace treaty between rival nations. Somehow, without much fanfare, the war is over — and my workflow has never been calmer.

Shimul Sood     May 10

Fake stalking apps racked million of downloads. It says a lot about Google’s security and us

28 fake Android apps promising to spy on anyone's call history racked up 7.3 million downloads on Google Play — and the scariest part isn't that the apps were fraudulent, it's that so many people wanted them to work.

Shimul Sood     May 9

Google releases big v4.0 update for its popular Snapseed editing app on Android

Google has finally brought Snapseed 4.0 to Android, and it's a big one — a fully redesigned interface, a built-in camera with real-time film emulation, and 30+ pro editing tools, all still completely free.

Shimul Sood     May 8

How Google Workspace helps small businesses scale with an AI co-founder

Google Workspace with Gemini helps small teams work smarter by acting as a digital co-founder, automating tasks and improving productivity across everyday workflows.

Moinak Pal     May 8

The Xperia 1 VIII leak finally gives Sony some swagger

A colorful Xperia 1 VIII leak suggests Sony’s next flagship could finally have more personality, but rumored price and camera changes may decide whether the excitement lasts.

Paulo Vargas     May 8

Android boss shoots down a Liquid Glass copyjob on Pixels, and that’s a relief

Google's Android Ecosystem president Sameer Samat has confirmed that Pixel devices will not adopt Apple's Liquid Glass design language, even as several Android OEMs copy the aesthetic.

Pranob Mehrotra     May 7

OnePlus picked a hell of a time to leak a monster phone

The OnePlus 16 is rumored to pack a 200MP zoom camera, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro chip, and massive battery as shutdown reports continue to cloud the brand’s future.

Paulo Vargas     May 7

How to find downloaded files on iPhone and Android in 2026

We download files to our phones all the time, but finding them can be tricky. Here's a guide on how to find downloads on your Apple, Samsung, or Android phone.

Paulo Vargas     May 6

What is RCS messaging? The texting upgrade explained in 2026

What is RCS? Rich Communication Services messaging is the next-generation SMS with group chats, video, audio, and images. Here's what you need to know.

Paulo Vargas     May 6

Google is adopting a new framework to stop shady Android apps from raising hell

Google is expanding Binary Transparency for Android, using a public ledger to help verify official Google apps and spot unauthorized builds more easily.

Vikhyaat Vivek     May 5

Xteink’s latest e-reader brings Android to a pocket-sized screen that snaps to your phone

Xteink's new S4 trades its proprietary OS for Android 11, opening doors to third-party reading apps like Kindle, Kobo, and Libby.

Manisha Priyadarshini     May 5

iOS 26.5 adding encryption to RCS messages exchanged between Androids and iPhones

iOS 26.5 adds encrypted RCS support for iPhone and Android chats, but users should look for the lock indicator before assuming cross-platform conversations are protected.

Paulo Vargas     May 5

How to use WhatsApp Web

WhatsApp is a popular messaging and calling app, but it can also be used within your web browser. So here's how you can run it on a webpage.

Vikhyaat Vivek     May 4

What is WhatsApp? How to use the app, tips, tricks, and more

WhatsApp is a free, multifunctional, multiplatform messaging app and one of the most popular call and chat apps available. We give you the lowdown.

Jesse Hollington     May 4

How to drop a pin in Google Maps

Google Maps is a great tool to help you find your way around. We'll show you how to drop a pin at your preferred destination so you'll never get lost again.

Paulo Vargas     May 4

I’m rocking an old Pixel 8a in 2026, and my latest vacation is thankful for it

My old Pixel 8a had every chance to feel cheap on vacation. Instead, it made the flagship upgrade itch look ridiculous.

Paulo Vargas     May 3

Google finally explains why Android AICore keeps eating your storage — and it actually makes a lot of sense

If you've ever noticed Android AICore taking up more storage than expected, Google now has an answer — and it turns out the culprit is a perfectly reasonable fail-safe you'd probably want anyway.

Shimul Sood     May 3

The 6,000 mAh battery on the Razr Fold should worry Samsung and Google: Here’s why

Motorola's Razr Fold arrives with a 6,000 mAh battery and 80W charging, specs that no U.S. book-style foldable has offered before. Here's what the numbers mean.

Shikhar Mehrotra     April 30

Samsung’s next Galaxy Book laptops could run Android-based OS instead of Windows

Samsung's Android Galaxy Books would run on Android 17-based One UI 9, likely built on Google's upcoming Aluminium OS.

Manisha Priyadarshini     April 30

Google Photos will let you try on clothes you already have in the wardrobe, or just screenshotted

Google Photos is getting a new wardrobe feature that uses AI to catalog your outfits from past photos, help you mix and match looks, and virtually try them on.

Rachit Agarwal     April 29

Lovable’s new mobile app brings vibe coding to your pocket

Lovable has launched mobile apps for iOS and Android, bringing its AI-powered vibe coding platform to a wider audience.

Pranob Mehrotra     April 29

I spent weeks with the Pixel 10a, and now the specs debate doesn’t bother me

The Pixel 10a doesn't win on spec sheets, benchmarks, or comparison charts, but after four weeks of daily use, it's clear Google is playing a completely different game altogether.

Shikhar Mehrotra     April 26

Save $250 on the Google Pixel 10: Tensor G5, triple rear camera, and Gemini Live for under $550

The Google Pixel 10 128GB is down to $549 in a limited-time deal, a 31% saving on an unlocked Android phone with Google Tensor G5, triple rear camera, 5x telephoto, Gemini AI, and a 6.3-inch 120Hz display.

Omair Khaliq Sultan     April 23

Google is making it dramatically easier to sign in to apps without OTP or link hassles

Google now lets Android apps verify your email in one tap, no OTP codes and no inbox hunting. Here's how the new Credential Manager API works.

Rachit Agarwal     April 23

Battery tech is solving problems buyers still don’t care about

For the longest time, the electric vehicle industry has been chasing a finish line that felt simple enough: make charging as fast as refueling a petrol car. That was the promise, the pitch, and in many ways, the justification for everything from billion-dollar battery investments to government subsidies. In 2026, that finish line is no […]

Moinak Pal     April 22

Google Photos gets new editing tools that are all about subtle touch-ups

From blemish removal to iris brightening, Google Photos' new Touch Up tools bring targeted, intensity-controlled facial edits directly into the app's editor for the first time.

Shikhar Mehrotra     April 20

How to turn Safe Mode on and off on Android (and when to use it)

When you have an issue with your phone, safe mode disables all third-party apps to determine if they are to blame. Here's how to turn safe mode on and off.

Pranob Mehrotra     April 20

Motorola just opened Android 17 beta to more Razr and Edge phones

Motorola is widening Android 17 beta access to more premium phones, adding two Razr models and the Edge 50 Ultra across various regions.

Vikhyaat Vivek     April 20

How to enable Developer options on Android (and what it does)

Want to go behind the scenes with Android? We’ll teach you how to access your phone’s developer options, where plenty of new features and settings await you.

Pranob Mehrotra     April 20

A Google Pixel laptop might be on its way, but does anyone actually want one?

A new Google Pixel laptop might be in the works, but history, rising hardware costs, and a $599 MacBook Neo suggest it could be dead on arrival.

Rachit Agarwal     April 19

Google’s new desktop mode makes one thing clear: Samsung DeX was onto something

Android 16 desktop mode finally gives Pixel users a real desktop experience, but the comparison with Samsung DeX shows how much more polished Samsung’s vision still is.

Paulo Vargas     April 18

The next Pixel phone could get a glowing back, if Android 17’s code is anything to go by

Google is working on a new feature called Pixel Glow that uses subtle lights on the back of your device to notify you without lighting up the screen.

Rachit Agarwal     April 16

Google drops a new Android Canary build, chirping with a bunch of UI changes

Google's latest Android Canary build introduces two small changes: a friendlier empty notification shade and a cleaner app long-press menu.

Rachit Agarwal     April 15

The Pixel 10 gets a security fix most people will never notice

Google’s Pixel 10 won’t feel faster because of its modem rewrite, but that’s beside the point. By moving deeper into Rust, Google is targeting a dangerous class of bugs in one of the phone’s riskiest layers.

Paulo Vargas     April 14

This Android smartwatch app is a godsend if your daily commute is tiring and sleepy

Sleep&Arrive is a new Wear OS transit alarm that wakes you by location, not time, giving sleepy commuters a smarter way to avoid missed stops, quiet their alerts, and rely less on shifting arrival estimates.

Paulo Vargas     April 14

OnePlus phones could soon get a cool lock screen information trick

OnePlus could be working on a new lock screen bar for calls and media, and leaked images suggest it’s part of a broader OxygenOS 16.1 refresh that could make glanceable phone info much more useful.

Paulo Vargas     April 14

Android tap-to-share leak offers a first look at Google’s new sharing tool

A leaked Android interface shows Google working on tap-to-share file transfers, with phone overlap, NFC quirks, and Android 17 timing all pointing to a more direct answer to AirDrop-style sharing.

Paulo Vargas     April 13

Just in case you missed it, YouTube Music Premium also got a hike

YouTube has raised Premium and Music subscription prices, adding to growing costs across streaming platforms.

Moinak Pal     April 11