Let’s be honest: finding your way around Google Maps’ settings used to feel like trying to escape a digital hedge maze—just ...

I used hundreds of new apps in 2025, but only a few really stand out in my mind, and some still reside on my phone. While some of my favorite Android apps from 2025 didn’t necessarily launch this year ...

In the name of convenience, many apps these days are designed to be cross-platform. They can run on both mobile and desktop, so you can readily switch between devices without starting from scratch. It ...

We may earn a commission when you click links to retailers and purchase goods. More info. Google may have released Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1 at the worst possible time of the day, but we’re still going ...

Jon has been an author at Android Police since 2021. He primarily writes features and editorials covering the latest Android news, but occasionally reviews hardware and Android apps. His favorite ...

Learn expert Android Auto setup tips to easily connect your phone to car. Master Android navigation tips for safer, smarter, hands-free driving experiences. Pixabay, TheDigitalWay Android Auto ...

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Android Auto has become one of the most useful tools for modern drivers, allowing smartphones to seamlessly integrate with car infotainment systems. It provides access to navigation, calls, messages, ...

The big picture: While Google maintains that identity verification will enhance security and trust across the platform, open-source communities remain concerned that even a softened version of the ...

The battle in the navigation software space has gotten fiercer in recent years, primarily because other companies, including navigation specialists like Sygic, TomTom, and HERE, have become more ...

Google has spent the last few years waging a losing battle against Epic Games, which accused the Android maker of illegally stifling competition in mobile apps. Losses in court left Google to make ...