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Here's how to use Pixel-exclusive parental controls in Android 16

Google offers a variety of parental control features in Android via the Family Link app. You can set up a phone from scratch for your child or set parental control settings later using Family Link, ...

After fixing a family friend's phone, I realized Google Play Protect is not doing enough

While I knew that Play Protect has its flaws, needing to fix a device with problematic apps made me realize how bad the ...
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I didn’t realize Android’s volume controls could look this good

Your phone's volume overlay — the user interface that allows you to manage your volume and alerts settings — probably isn't something you think about often. Each operating system has its own style of ...
Digital Trends

Android 17 makes your internet controls way less frustrating

Android 17 is fixing one of the most irritating parts of using your phone, its internet controls. If you’ve ever tried to switch off Wi-Fi quickly and got pulled into an extra menu instead, this ...
BGR

You Can Control A Computer With Your Android Phone - Here's How

Cell phones have come a long way since they first made their public debut. From calling functionality to SMS to smartphone apps, your phone can now do almost everything a larger PC might. You can use ...
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Android 17 Beta 2: New privacy controls and game performance tweaks0 0

Android 17 Beta 2 adds EyeDropper APIs, a 3-hour OTP security delay, and system-wide chat bubbles. Test SDK 37 before the June 2026 stable release. Google has released the second beta of Android 17 ...

This Android phone's genius camera app makes Pixel and Galaxy setups feel outdated

After weeks with the vivo X300 Ultra, I'm convinced its deeply customizable camera app is something every Android phone ...