I keep recommending this hidden Pixel setting to all my friends
…I didn't go around looking for a full automation system, that would be overkill. I just wanted a system for my phone to stop getting in the way of things I…
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I deleted most Android Auto apps, but only 6 earned a permanent spot on my dashboard
Anu Joy Jun 14, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT I cover Android with a focus on productivity, automation, and Google’s ecosystem, including Gemini and everyday apps. With a background in engineering…
Android 16 finally brought Desktop Mode to Pixel, but I'm still sticking with DeX
…Related I tried Android's Desktop Mode, and I might never use my laptop again Android's Desktop Mode surprised me DeX offers broader device support and easier setup Android Desktop Mode…
I use Google Messages as my scratchpad, and it works better than I expected
Anu Joy Apr 26, 2026, 6:00 AM EDT I cover Android with a focus on productivity, automation, and Google’s ecosystem, including Gemini and everyday apps. With a background in engineering…
A cheap Android tablet makes a better smart display than any dedicated hub I've tried: Here's why
…This entire setup took just under 20 minutes. In return, I have a 10-inch display that shows exactly what I want or need. These could be lights, climate data, or security…
I use one Gemini feature so often that opening a blank chat now feels wrong
Anu Joy Jun 30, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT I cover Android with a focus on productivity, automation, and Google’s ecosystem, including Gemini and everyday apps. With a background in engineering…
This is the decades-old Gmail trick I still use every day
…So anything sent to the +shopping tag is labeled and archived automatically. It skips the main inbox but remains searchable, and when I want to dive into past transactions, I can drop…
Android 17 is becoming the ultimate minimalist OS — if you know which toggles to hit
…Fixing mismatched icons with forced theming A minimalist setup only works if everything matches. You can have 10 clean icons, but one out-of-place app that ignores Material You can break…
Google Drive just got a powerful new security upgrade, and it's available to all users
…So what exactly happens when this protection goes to work? Well, as soon as there is ransomware detected, Google Drive will automatically pause syncing in order to prevent the bad file from…
I built a custom Home Assistant dashboard that runs my entire home with one tap
…It will automate the high-friction stuff that you've been doing manually so far. I've been living with this setup for a few months now, and I absolutely cannot imagine…