Ubuntu Phone failed, but running full Linux on your phone is actually possible now
…It's not as integrated as I'd like Having to connect via terminal or VNC to an operating system running on the same device is a little irritating, but I suppose…
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4 simple ways I optimize Android Auto for long, distraction-free drives
Patrick O'Rourke Jun 6, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT Patrick O'Rourke is XDA's News Editor and Entertainment Segment Lead. Previously, he was Pocket-lint's Editor-in-Chief, the…
Stop buying expensive docks when your monitor already has one
…A monitor hub is native hardware because the USB controller is integrated with the display controller. You'll rarely see any "no signal" or "USB device not recognized" errors that plague third…
The X2D proves Bambu Lab understands what desktop 3D printing still gets wrong
…The new model introduces a redesigned dual extrusion system alongside deeper automation features, continuing the company’s push to simplify high-end 3D printing. At a glance, the X2D looks like a…
4 lesser-known Android Auto apps that are surprisingly useful
…Chandraveer's downtime is an eclectic mix of reading fiction, practicing calligraphy, conceptualizing new products, and enjoying an expansive FLAC audio library. Sign in to your XDA account Android Auto apps are…
Microsoft Phone Link completely dropped the ball, but here's what I use instead
…While PhoneLink only allows one active device at a time, AirDroid allows two, even on the free tier. Moreover, features like Phone Screen, which allows full device control from your PC, are…
Self-hosted LLM took my personal knowledge management system to the next level
…markdown files on your local device, making it ideal for pairing with self-hosted LLMs. Its plugin ecosystem, including tools like Smart Connections, allows deep AI integration without sending your data to…
I built a local voice assistant that doesn't need the internet, and it actually understands me
…and now my smart devices actually listen Local LLMs made my Home Assistant setup far more responsive than any app or integration The software trilogy Your new voice assistant can actually understand…
I love this lightweight VS Code alternative, and it even supports plugins
…He has covered evergreen content on mobile devices and computers for multiple publications over the last six years. You can find his work on AndroidPolice, GuidingTech and TechWiser. Whether it’s demystifying…
Forget Notion and Obsidian, 5 reasons Google’s AI note-taking tool is the future of productivity
…When I wanted to learn how to integrate and utilize Python’s full potential in Excel, I created a new NotebookLM notebook specifically for this topic and added the following sources: Official…