You can do a lot with Android Auto, but what you can't do is install a web browser—at least not with the default, out-of-the-box configuration. It is actually possible to get a window on to the web ...

This isn't something that's all that useful right now. The new summarization feature, as per Google, will "help you cut through the clutter and stay focused," and give you "quick understanding and ...

You can find the options that have been added to kids' devices by opening Settings on the phone or tablet of your young person and choosing Parental controls. Right away you'll see a toggle switch for ...

Please note that many of these hacks require you to enable Developer Options, Android's hidden menu of settings. To do so, ...

Circle to Search and Google Lens can now assess messages for scam red flags, and if possible fraud is detected, you'll get ...

Right now, there are two main ways to charge our devices: plug it into power, or charge it wirelessly using a Qi-enabled device. A lesser-known wireless charging standard, WLC, actually enables ...

If you find yourself in an emergency or crisis situation, the more information you can give first responders, the better. Android users can now share a live stream with 911, allowing emergency ...

Earlier this month, Google announced the launch of Android 16, available first on Pixel devices. If you've got a Pixel 6 or a Pixel 6 Pro (launched in 2021) or a later device, you should already have ...

Google Maps transit directions are coming to Wear OS smartwatches, which means that you won't need to take your phone out to navigate, and can instead glance down at your wrist to make sure you're ...

If you're an Android fan, you might be used to the typical rollout for Android developer previews: Google usually drops the first preview in February, so the fact that the company seeded Android 16's ...

The Pixel 9a is a great budget phone for most people. It's backed by Google's 7-year update policy and has flagship-level internals. And it's on sale right now.