Tag: android
Android 16 is causing lock-screen issues on some Pixel phones – here’s what we know
Some Pixel owners are reporting Android 16 lock-screen issues They say the screen can be laggy and unresponsive So far, Google hasn’t issued any official advice about the issue Update: Google has got in touch with us to say that a software update is now rolling out to resolve these…
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Android 16 will soon flag fake cell towers and warn you if someone is spying on your phone
Android 16 will include alerts for fake cell towers and suspicious networks Update detects ‘stingray’ devices which pose as cell towers Feature likely to arrive with devices that launch on Android 16 Not every mobile network is what it seems. If your smartphone unwittingly connects to a fake cell tower,…
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Google Messages is preparing a new trick to get your friends and family to switch to RCS
RCS invites are spotted inside Google Messages They could encourage your contacts to turn RCS on So far the new invites haven’t been made available The RCS (Rich Communication Services) standard intended as a replacement for the older SMS (Short Message Service) is now available in Google Messages for Android…
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I review regular phones for a living, but switching to a foldable has changed the way I use Android
As someone who’s been knee-deep in the Apple ecosystem for the better part of four years, I’m now making up for lost time by discovering all that I’ve missed in the world of Android. Since becoming a freelance writer, I’ve dived headfirst into the Android phone market to test the…
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This Android AirTags rival finally got the one big feature it’s been missing
The Moto tag finally supports ultra-wideband tracking This brings the Android Find Hub tracker on par with Apple’s AirTags No word yet on when other Find Hub trackers will support UWB Google’s Find Hub – previously Find My Device – has been a fairly proficient Android alternative to the always…
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I’m an iOS loyalist – here’s why Android has never tempted me to switch
There’s no doubt about it: Android offers a fantastic ecosystem with some of the best phones and best tablets money can buy. When you opt for products powered by Google’s operating system, you’ll find devices that cover just about every need imaginable, from budget-friendly phones to feature-rich powerhouses. It’s also…
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