Dhruv Bhutani May 19, 2026, 6:00 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…
…On the Samsung Galaxy S26 , Samsung’s built-in messaging app was not pre-installed. Galaxy S26 and newer devices also cannot download Samsung Messages from the Galaxy Store. The July 2026…
…Otter records in-person through its Android app. I simply open it, tap Record, and the phone's mic does all the rest. The transcript and summary are stored in the same…
…API 37 only changes apps that are built for API 37. Abandoned apps sitting on the Play Store will still be boxed in and awkward on modern screens. Android continues to honor…
…writer specializing in the comprehensive review and feature exploration of the Android ecosystem. His work focus on productivity apps and flagship devices, particularly Google Pixel and Samsung mobile hardware and software. He…
…What about the Pixel Tablet? That doesn't really count The Pixel Tablet came out in 2023, which makes it the youngest "smart display" in the Google ecosystem at the moment. At…
…My background in tracking Android updates and app ecosystems gives me an instinct for what's worth paying attention to, especially the changes that companies don't always openly talk about. I…
…My background in tracking Android updates and app ecosystems gives me an instinct for what's worth paying attention to, especially the changes that companies don't always openly talk about. I…
…own ecosystem alongside other apps. They can replace core tools like your gallery, contacts, messages, calculator, and file manager with offline alternatives. You’ll find them on the Google Play Store. Calendar…
…My background in tracking Android updates and app ecosystems gives me an instinct for what's worth paying attention to, especially the changes that companies don't always openly talk about. I…