Qualcomm says all phones with its Snapdragon chip will soon support Android’s Quick Share feature that links directly to Apple’s AirDrop system, making cross-platform file sharing easier than ever.

Google Chrome on Android has added the ability to pin tabs, letting you keep key pages locked in place while you browse the rest. It’s a small upgrade with big convenience.

Code found in Android 17 hints at a built-in “Universal Clipboard” feature that syncs clipboard content across your Android phone and PC. It's a long-requested tool that mirrors features iPhone users have had for years.

Perplexity’s Comet browser lands on Android with AI-powered search, voice queries, tab summaries and ad blocking, signalling a new chapter in mobile browsing.

Google Phone app will allow users to specify call reasons and override Do Not Disturb for urgent tags.

Starting the Pixel 10 series smartphones, Android devices will finally be able to wirelessly share files with iPhones using the Quick Share-AirDrop bridge.

Android Auto is getting smarter with Gemini, letting you talk naturally to find stops, answer messages and create playlists without touching your phone. The update replaces Google Assistant and transforms everyday drives into smoother, more helpful journeys.

YouTube is trialing native private chats, allowing users to share videos and discuss them without switching apps. The test could expand globally if successful.

LibrePods is a free Android app that tricks your AirPods into thinking they are talking to an iPhone, unlocking noise control, gestures, and battery stats, as long as you are willing to root.

Recovery mode is often indispensable for solving phone problems. This guide explains what it is and precisely how to access it on most major Android phones.

Play Store now offers a built-in card that reveals which streaming apps host your searched title, simplifying discovery and app installs.

Samsung has reportedly started testing firmware for the unlocked Galaxy Z TriFold in the US, hinting that its first tri-fold phone might be edging toward shelves, even if the launch date and markets are not confirmed.

YouTube Music is finally testing playlist search, with a new Find in playlist button appearing for a tiny group of iOS users. It fixes one of the app’s most obvious pain points, but almost no one has it yet.

Google is reportedly developing a new feature, internally known as “Gesture Exchange” or “Contact Exchange,” that allows Android users to share contact details by tapping their phones together, much like NameDrop on iOS.

Google is reportedly preparing the next major Android release, Android 17, to bring mobile gaming closer to console-style experience. Leaks and reports hint at improved native controller support, built-in button remapping, and low-latency gameplay features.

Metalenz and UMC’s Polar ID mass-production deal marks the dawn of next-gen, ultra-thin, polarization-based face biometrics aimed at billions of devices, promising faster, slimmer security.

OnePlus 15 is a performance powerhouse, but the more rewarding part is the OxygenOS 16 software experience that is loaded with a bunch of nifty features you will love.

Lenovo shares insights on Google’s upcoming Android PCs, highlighting their strengths for lightweight tasks while warning about the possible limitations.

Google is testing a new Contacts Picker in Android 17 that stops apps from automatically pulling your entire address book. Instead of handing everything over, you’ll be able to choose exactly which contacts to share and only the specific details an app actually needs.

Google is finally rolling out call recording support to more Pixel models with the latest Phone app update.

The OnePlus 15 serves a performance-first package with controversial camera hardware cuts. The result is a device that punches well above its weight, but leaves a few weak areas that could use some work.

OnePlus has delayed the U.S. launch of the OnePlus 15 due to postponed FCC certifications during the government shutdown.

Google has launched a new Images tab in its app, letting users discover, save, and organize visuals tailored to their interests, bridging search with personal inspiration.

Google is rolling out new model updates for Gemini Live on Android and iOS, giving its voice assistant more natural speech, flexible pacing and playful accents so it can help with studying, language practice, role play and storytelling.

Valve brings Android and VR apps to SteamOS, marking a major step toward cross-platform gaming with its new Arm-powered Steam Frame headset.

Google is working on a new advanced flow that will let Android power users install apps from unverified developers while ensuring they understand the risks involved.

Android 16 code tied to "purwa" is turning up in repo screenshots, and a follow-up "mahua" chip gets a mention. If it sticks, Android on Snapdragon X laptops could be closer than you think.

Google today announced a Pixel Drop for Pixel 6 and newer models, bringing theme packs, the Remix feature in Google Messages, and more.

Samsung is reportedly bumping wireless charging on the Galaxy S26 to 25W on Ultra and 20W on the rest, a first in six years, cutting time on the pad and lining up closer to rivals.

Google is rolling out a new Play Store feature that lets you remotely uninstall apps from any Android device linked to your account. The update adds an “Uninstall” button right on app pages and complements the existing Manage apps view, making it easier than ever to clean up unused apps and keep your devices in sync.

Google is cracking down on battery-draining Android apps with a new Play Store policy targeting “excessive partial wake locks.”

OnePlus sets out to redraw the lines of performance, but it manages to deliver a software experience that truly puts Oxygen OS 16 in a league of its own.

A new leak claims the Galaxy S26 could be thinner than the Galaxy S25, but that raises more concerns than it solves.

Google Drive now lets you set expiration dates for files and folders in shared drives, right from the share menu. Access drops back cleanly when time is up, with web and Android support at launch.