Don't ask us why, but some Android phones do not come with the best features enabled out of the box – here's some you need.

One of Google's most critical features is hidden behind a single toggle - turn it on to protect against theft, scams, spam, and more.

Dealing with an Android device that won't power on can be frustrating, but rest assured, there are several effective ...

The urgent fix addresses a dangerous flaw that disabled USB keyboards and mice in recovery mode, exactly when users need them most. Image: Unsplash Microsoft scrambled to push emergency patches after ...

As a longtime severe migraine sufferer with high sensitivity, I’ve learned that certain lights, sounds, and moving images can trigger my next 48-hour stay in a dark room. This makes smartphone use a ...

If your Mac experiences an issue that prevents it from starting up properly, macOS Tahoe includes a new Recovery Assistant that can attempt to identify the issue and resolve it, according to an Apple ...

After some digging, I learned about a mysterious man named Marc Violone, who has been curating the player’s recovery room for years. He tells me the US Open established “the first dedicated recovery ...

Rebooting your Android phone is often recommended as one of the ways to remove any temporary bottlenecks in the phone's performance, as it clears the memory, closes any unused apps running in the ...

So, you’re looking to get your hands on Android 12? It’s a pretty big update, and Google has made it available in a few different ways. Whether you’ve got a Pixel phone or something else, there’s ...

When I first learned about recovery shoes, my inner skeptic figured they were just a fancy new way to market cushy sneakers and sandals. But it turns out, unlike a running or tennis shoe, these pairs ...

In an era where digital privacy is paramount, smartphone screen locks have transitioned from an optional feature to an indispensable one, safeguarding our personal, professional, and financial data ...

Stephen is an author at Android Police who covers how-to guides, features, and in-depth explainers on various topics. He joined the team in late 2021, bringing his strong technical background in ...