Google tightens Android defenses with tougher reviews and stronger Play Protect.

In 2025, we significantly enhanced the Google Play and Android app ecosystems.

This upcoming Android foldable just showed up in an unexpected place.

The real deal or another research project overblown? Cybersecurity researchers say they've spotted the first Android malware strain that uses generative AI to improve performance once installed

Shopping for a phone can be an ordeal. Thats why weve tested almost every Android phone, from the smartest to the cheapesteven phones that foldto find the ones worth your money.

The latest v0.6.0 release adds offline RetroAchievements support in Softcore mode, allowing gamers to play on the go.

Meta has revived its smartwatch initiative internally called Malibu 2, The Information says, which will come with Meta AI and health tracking. The same publication reported back in 2021 that Meta was working on a smartwatch powered by an open-source version of Android

Theres little reason to pay top dollar for a smartphone. These iPhones and Android devicesranging from $100 to $600stood up to WIREDs testing.

Android 17 seems like a lackluster update on paper, but there are many exciting features in the works.

Before you buy the Pixel 10a, consider these other Android phones first.

Snapseed's camera feature has now fully rolled out on iPhone, complete with a pro mode, but Android is still waiting

The wait is officially over. Digital Extremes has released Warframe on Android globally, following a regional launch on its home turf

It can get pretty loud and serves up a good dose of bass, although its primarily a front-facing speaker. Theres LDAC hi-res audio support for Android users, but the main selling point on this is spatial audio

Apple has started testing in-car video playback via CarPlay

Proton has officially launched the updatedProton S70 2026 (MC) model , which is now equipped with a new 1.5-litre Turbo 4-cylinder i-GT engine to replace the previous 3-cylinder unit

Apple menggantikan Touch ID dengan Face ID yang mengimbas wajah secara 3D bermula dengan iPhone X pada tahun 2017. Sehingga kini hanya sebilangan kecil peranti Android seperti Honor dan Huawei memberikan ciri yang sama

Inside Apple's plans for its smart glasses, AirPods, and its AI pendant.

An anonymous reader quotes a report from Ars Technica: For a while now, Mac owners have been able to use tools like CrossOver and Game Porting Toolkit to get many Windows games running on their operating system of choice. Now, GameSir plans to add its own potential solution to the mix, announcing that a version of its existing Windows emulation tool for Android will be coming to macOS

Android phones are so powerful now that they can emulate AAA PC gaming, as Cyberpunk 2077 now runs above 30fps on the RedMagic 11 Pro

The Pocket Super Knob 5000 swaps one thumbstick for a knob, but it's no Playdate.

Here is a weekly selection of Android wallpapers created by our readers and members of the Android Authority team!

Kaspersky found a new backdoor being distributed in brand new Android devices, used for ad fraud

Google hari ini secara rasminya telah memperkenalkan telefon pintar Pixel 10A – iaitu peranti asas dalam siri keluarga Pixel 10. Peranti ini hadir dengan sokongan kemaskini Android selama tujuh tahun terus daripada Google, dan ia turut akan menerima beberapa ciri eksklusif Pixel

The $499 Pixel 10a is now the first mid-ranger to support Quick Share-AirDrop file transfers.

The Pixel 10a's charging speeds have been improved to 30 watts for wired and 10 watts wirelessly. Sam Rutherford for Engadget Regardless, for Android phone owners who are in the market for a simple, no-nonsense upgrade that covers all the basics without breaking the bank, the Pixel 10a is looking like another top contender

Both the Pixel 9a and Pixel 10a run Googles Tensor G4 chip with 8GB of RAM and the same storage options, so day-to-day speed should feel virtually identical. The Pixel 10a ships with Android 16 out of the box, though the 9a can be updated to the same version

Google confirmed that it will be livestreaming all keynotes, demos and developer sessions. Google also confirmed plans to unveil updates to Gemini AI, Android, Chrome and Cloud at the conference

Proton VPN has officially removed the OpenVPN protocol from its Android app, citing "bloat" and superior alternatives like WireGuard

Google is stepping away from vibrant visuals in Android for phones

Google mempunyai acara tahunan yang dinamakan Google I/O, menyasarkan para pembangun yang menggunakan platform mereka

GameHub's existing Windows emulator on Android has its fair share of issues.

The first beta for Android 17 sounds pretty modest, but if you have a recent Pixel phone, it's yours to peruse.

Well soon get a closer look at a bunch of features and updates Google has planned for Android and its other services

Researchers say Android tablets from some brands left the factory with a hidden firmware backdoor already installed.

Cyberpunk 2077 may have required a powerful gaming PC to enjoy at its 2020 release, but YouTuber ETA Prime has shown that the game can now be played on a high-end smartphone with decent performance with x86 emulation

Android 17's got a new tool for reducing missed frames.

Is this the Face ID for Android we've been waiting for?

Android XR design documents highlight physical controls, UI elements, and power-saving tips for developers.

Android local backup means your Downloads folder will back up to Google Drive iCloud already syncs downloads to the cloud

Android 17's first beta has landed, with performance optimizations, improvements to large-screen apps, and useful changes to the interface

You still can't have a truly private chat with your Android friends.

Most scanning apps try to get you to buy a cloud storage subscription or pay for extras

The low-end thump isnt for everyone, but there are also plenty of handy features and a refined look to make the $200 set more compelling than many in this price range. Beats Studio Pro The Studio Pro lacks basic features like automatic pausing, and multipoint connectivity is only available on Android

Best Apple Watch in 2026 What to look for in an Apple Watch Like all Apple products, Apple Watches will only work with other devices from the brand's ecosystem. You won't be able to pair any Apple Watch to your Android phone

According to a tipster on Weibo, the upcoming Find X10 lineup could include built-in magnets to support MagSafe-style wireless charging. Oppo Find X9 Pro Outside of Googles Pixel 10 series, no other Android smartphones offer the feature

We've been tracking the feature for months and can tell you exactly what it can and can't do.

Who will be the next with built-in magnets for Qi2 wireless charging?

Of course, vivo could offer other RAM amounts too. The device will run Android 16 with...

According to Ming-Chi Kuo and multiple Asian supply-chain reports , Apple is testing high-density battery cells in the 5,000 to 5,800mAh range. That would make it the largest battery ever used in an iPhone, and competitive with (or larger than) batteries in current Android foldables

Tomb Raider has launched for iOS and Android phones with all of its original DLC

PrivadoVPN has rolled out PhantomMode to iOS users, a feature that blocks hidden trackers and ads on your device. Previously an Android exclusive, it offers privacy protection that doesn't stop when you disconnect your VPN

The fast fuel feature allows them to get up to five hours of playback time with just a quick 10-minute power-up. Beats Studio Buds+ for $100 (41 percent off) : These tiny buds have both active noise cancellation and transparency mode, and theyll work just as well with either Apple or Android devices

A new code flag suggests the long-awaited entertainment feature is still in active development.

Android Auto is in for a detailing job, and it looks fab!

The Retroid Pocket Classic. Jeff Dunn for Engadget Retroid Pocket Classic The Retroid Pocket Classic is another Game Boy-style vertical handheld in the vein of the Analogue Pocket, but like the other Retroid models weve highlighted, its an Android device designed to emulate games via ROM files, not genuine cartridges

TechRadar is teaming up with Toms Guide, Android Central, and T3 to bring you the very best tech on show at MWC 2026

The search bar is now the Google widget in disguise, and it has new hidden search provider settings.

A few years ago, it may have been fashionable to spend $1,000 on the latest flagship smartphone, but for most people, thats neither practical nor necessary. You don't even have to spend $500 today to get a decent handset, whether its a refurbished iPhone or an affordable Android phone , as there are plenty of decent options as low as $160

Nisbah skrin lebih lebar ini telahpun dipelopori oleh Huawei Pura X terlebih dahulu dengan peranti hanya dilancarkan di China. Terkini animasi untuk antaramuka Galaxy Fold lebih lebar ini telahpun tertiris menerusi laman Android Authoprity

Looks like Now Playing is about to get its own Play Store app, but not all Android users will be able to download it.

If you ever struggled with overzealous tab use, this is the Android browser for you.

Google kini telah mula menawarkan sistem operasi versi terbaru yang masih pada peringkat pembangunan, iaitu Android 17 Beta 1

The first public beta of Android 16 came out in January 2025, then the stable version started rolling out to Pixel phones in June

The fast fuel feature allows them to get up to five hours of playback time with just a quick 10-minute power-up. Beats Studio Buds+ for $100 (41 percent off) : These tiny buds have both active noise cancellation and transparency mode, and theyll work just as well with either Apple or Android devices

Live Updates surface the most important info on top of all notifications, but no one is using them.

A few days ago, Google said it would soon release the first Android 17 beta, and it did, but it was also quick to halt the release without any explanation

Whether you have privacy concerns or you just want to freely tinker, these are our favorite alternatives to stock Android.

Plus: iOS 26.3 makes it easy to switch to Android, Google cancels the Android 17 beta, and YouTube debuts on the Apple Vision Pro.

I'm really keen to see how Google, Samsung, and others bring their core mobile imaging technologies to smart glasses.

Despite its recent hiccups, Nova Launcher enjoys plenty of support from the Android community.

The global version of Honor's Magic7 Pro is finally being blessed with an update to MagicOS 10, the company's skin based on Android 16

There are also UI changes to the volume and brightness sliders.

The Honor Pad X8b is powered by the Snapdragon 680 SoC, paired with 4GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. It runs Android 16 with MagicOS 10 on top, it's 7.25mm thin, and weighs 496g

Get it while it's hot.

Likely a security move that's also inspired by AirDrop

The listings confirm that the Galaxy A37 is powered by Samsung's Exynos 1480 SoC, paired with 6GB of RAM in one variant (though more will undoubtedly be offered). The phone will run Android 16 out of the box, unsurprisingly