Google is preparing some kernel improvements for Android devices which are said to improve boot times by up to 30% on the Pixel 10, the first semi-official reference to the unreleased smartphone. Two ...

Ever wish your Android smartphone could look a bit more like your 12 year old computer when it boots up? Well your prayers have been answered. A member of the xda-developers forum has posted files ...

Google is developing a DeX-like desktop mode for Android phones, and you can try it out now on supported Pixel devices with Android 16 QPR1 Beta 2. This feature projects a desktop-like environment ...

Google appears to be developing an Android equivalent to iOS’s Standby Mode, hinted at by a Google Play Services update and code found in Android 16. This new feature will likely leverage an enhanced ...

So, I have an old phone that I use for off-grid/no SIM usage. I need to try and get a few things off of it, but it won't start up, except when I plug it in to charge. It brings up the charging symbol, ...

The best source for Android OS news. Co-host on the Android Faithful podcast. Every Pixel Drop update brings a new version of the Android platform, whether it be a major platform release or a minor ...