Google Expands Android Sideloading With High Friction Warnings For Users

Google explains the new sideloading process of Android as a high friction change. It adds several warnings before allowing ...

This long-due Android 16 Advanced Protection feature is ready for rollout

Intrusion Detection is expected to land with the stable version of Android 16 QPR3, which should roll out in March 2026.

My 4-step routine to make any Android phone operate like new again (and reliably)

While I almost always advise on which is the new best smartphone, the majority of consumers don't upgrade every year. I have friends and family who tell me they don't want to upgrade and ask, "How can ...
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Here’s everything new in Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 [Gallery]

Over the coming hours, we’ll dive into all of Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2’s new features and every single change. (The newest updates will be at the top of this list. Be sure to check back often and tell ...

‘Starting Today’—Google Confirms New Android Update For All Pixels

Google has just confirmed a critical Android 16 update. “All supported Pixel devices running Android 16 will receive these ...
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Google is changing the Android release schedule—here’s what you should know

Google kicked off the new year with a pretty major announcement for the future of Android. After nearly 20 years, it's ...
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Galaxy A17 launches in January with 6 years of Android updates for $199

Samsung just announced its latest budget Android phone, the Galaxy A17, with a mere $199 price tag and a whopping 6 years of Android updates. Continuing its line of super-cheap phones, the Galaxy A17 ...
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Google Pixel 4 gets Android 16 thanks to LineageOS 23

Rajesh started following the latest happenings in the world of Android around the release of the Nexus One and Samsung Galaxy S. After flashing custom ROMs and kernels on his beloved Galaxy S, he ...