Android Auto might finally fix the issues ruining it
…They managed to activate the feature, which shows the new HVAC controls on the left side of the infotainment system's display. On the plus side, the buttons are larger and spaced…
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I had no idea what my phone's hidden sensors could do until this app unlocked them
…The app can display the strength and direction of nearby magnetic fields, effectively turning your phone into a basic compass and magnetic field detector. I originally opened it to see what the…
I turned on these hidden Android settings, and now my phone literally runs itself
Dhruv Bhutani May 29, 2026, 8:30 AM EDT Dhruv Bhutani has covered the Android ecosystem since 2010, with a focus on smartphones, connected devices, and home networking. His reporting is informed…
I still use social media every day, but these changes make it far less addictive
…The correct answer is that Running Services displays active background processes and their RAM usage. It's essentially a live task manager tucked away inside Developer Options, and it can help diagnose…
Android 17's newest beta lets you record reaction videos the easy way
…in OpenGL ES applications on newer hardware. ( Issue #476585209 ) A regression where Wireless ADB and local network-dependent apps failed to connect. ( Issue #506418219 ) Home screen widgets would disappear or become unavailable…
TCL just dropped a phone that lasts an entire week without a charge
…the Big Three carriers with a large nationwide and mid-band 5G network. T-Mobile offers premium postpaid plans with unlimited data and affordable prepaid options with support for most Android phones…
The Samsung phone most people should buy is now just $580
…As far as Mint Mobile, the service is very good, running off T-Mobile's 5G network. You get excellent speeds and coverage in most areas, so there's not much to…
Your phone is exhausted, and you're probably making it slower without realizing it
…As you move, it switches between cell towers, looks for Wi-Fi networks it knows, and keeps your earbuds connected. Over time, the phone’s network state can get into a bad…
I found a Good Lock equivalent for Pixel, and the subtle tweaks have changed everything
…Its open-source nature and free tier make it the go-to choice, especially after LastPass suffered major security breaches. 03 / 8 Lock Screen What is the primary security concern with displaying…
I freed up 2GB of RAM by changing one Android setting, and my Pixel's been flying ever since
…The correct answer is that Running Services displays active background processes and their RAM usage. It's essentially a live task manager tucked away inside Developer Options, and it can help diagnose…