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Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1 quietly upgrades Pixel phones where it counts
By Jay Bonggolto published
It's here! Google's latest Android 16 beta adds a dimmable flashlight, lets you hide the At a Glance widget, and makes navigation buttons customizable.

Android 16 Beta lets Pixel users finally ditch the 'At a Glance' widget from their home screen
By Jay Bonggolto published
Take back your homescreen Google's latest Android beta finally lets you turn off the Pixel's stubborn At a Glance widget, a major win for home screen control.

Leak claims Google wants to make your Android satellite connections easy
By Nickolas Diaz published
Look to the stars Google could make satellite connections easy to handle on Android, as a leak discovered signs in its code.

Here's why you might have to wait for Android 17 to use Motion Cues
By Brady Snyder published
Motion Assist Android's long-awaited answer to Apple's Vehicle Motion Cues is in the works, but it might require a new API that could be added in Android 17.

Android's Emergency Live Video shares crucial visual info with first responders
By Brady Snyder published
Emergency SOS Android is launching an Emergency Live Video feature that lets users securely stream their camera feed to first responders with a single tap.

New details about Android's NameDrop alternative surface with bright animations
By Nickolas Diaz published
Alternative Google is rumored to have an alternative to Apple's NameDrop in the works, and the latest leaks showcased its animations.

How Android's new 'Transiting Mode' could change settings for public transit users automatically
By Brady Snyder published
New modes The newest Android Canary release suggests Google will add a "Transiting" mode to a future version of Android.

Gemini's refresh: Unveiling the new 'My Stuff' folder for seamless user navigation
By Nandika Ravi published
Dark mode on Google transformed its Gemini web interface, introducing a sleek dark theme and a user-friendly "My Stuff" folder.
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