Sideloading Android apps is great — until you have to update them. Here's my fix

Still manually updating sideloaded apps on your Android phone? Obtainium automates the update process, saving you time and ...

I freed up 2GB of RAM by changing one Android setting, and my Pixel's been flying ever since

In my case, 2GB of RAM was freed up. However, it’s worth noting that the amount of memory background processes use fluctuates ...
CNET

Android 17's Bubbles Is the Best Thing to Happen to Phone Multitasking

The Bubbles feature is currently rolling out with Android 17 on compatible Google Pixel phones. You can set it up by ...
The Tech Edvocate

How to block websites

Spread the love“`html In our connected world, the internet offers endless opportunities for learning, entertainment, and communication. However, some websites can be distracting or inappropriate, ...

I let Claude audit my messy Home Assistant setup, and it was a massive wake-up call

I gave Claude access to my Home Assistant. It helped me audit, debug, and improve my smart home better than I ever could have ...
TechCrunch

Google’s AI Studio now lets anyone build Android apps in minutes

The AI coding boom is now coming directly for Android app development. On Tuesday at Google IO 2026, the company announced new native Android app creation capabilities in its web-based Google AI ...
Forbes

Microsoft Shuts Down Outlook App For Android Users In 6 Weeks

This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more. This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more. Outlook Lite is about to disappear. Email is one of the highest risk apps on your phone. And ...
BGR

5 Essential Android Apps You Should Be Using In 2026

With millions of apps on the Google Play Store, it's tricky to choose which ones truly deserve a spot on your Android device. Some promise convenience, others claim to provide better connectivity, ...
Wired

The Best Alternative Operating Systems to Get Google Off Your Phone

Want Google out of your life? It's pretty easy to find alternative search, email, and photo storage providers, but it's much harder to come up with a mobile operating system that's free of Google. The ...
Android Police

I disabled this core Android app to reclaim 7GB of storage, and I should have done it sooner

Jon Gilbert is a Features Writer for Android Police. I've covered Android since 2021, focusing on writing features and guides about Android apps and features that directly affect users. I've attended ...
Beebom

18 Real-World Examples of AI Agents in 2026

With rapid improvements in AI, things are quickly moving away from AI chatbots to action-driven AI agents. AI agents are ready to change our everyday lives and how we interact with services. They ...
androidcentral

Android Central's Best of 2025: Apps and Services

My favorite part of a phone is not just what it can do, but the services that power it. This year, we used plenty of services, and we all agree the winners are truly deserving of their awards! From ...