How to turn your old Android phone into a Wi-Fi extender - and fix dead spots at home

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Android's new sideloading rules are here, and they come with a 24-hour lock!

Google is fundamentally changing how sideloading works on Android, especially for apps from unverified developers. Here's are the new rules.

Android 17 Leaks Reveal Major Redesign, AI Features, and Privacy Upgrades

Android 17 beta is here. Here’s what is confirmed so far, what leaks suggest, and which rumored features may arrive later in 2026.
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How to enable Advanced Protection on Android 16 - and why you shouldn't skip it

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Samsung’s new tool wants to fix Android gaming’s biggest headache

Samsung’s new Sokatoa tool gives Android developers deeper GPU insights, helping them track down performance issues faster.

Google AI Studio’s Biggest Update Yet: UI Overhaul and New Developer Features

Google AI Studio has rolled out its most significant update to date, unifying the developer workspace, introducing a new ...