NexPhone, built by the people behind NexDock, is pitching an Android phone with Linux that can also switch into a Windows 11 setup when you need desktop apps. Use it as a normal phone, then plug it ...

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 ...

Smartphones are basically tiny computers small enough to fit in your pocket. But most ship with Android, iOS, or other operating systems designed for devices with small touchscreen displays rather ...

Does the name "Microsoft Continuum" ring a bell? Google just revived the concept, making it possible for you to use your Android phone as a desktop. Back in 2015 and 2016, Microsoft had a bright ...

At the 2026 Game Developers Conference, Google hinted at its strong campaign into desktop gaming, unveiling significant updates for Google Play Games that integrate Windows as a core platform. The ...

Microsoft is working on a useful upgrade for Phone Link that fixes one of the most annoying parts of streaming Android apps on Windows 11. A new expanded view option lets you stretch Android apps ...

Google has been working on bringing desktop-like freeform windows to Android since the days of Android Nougat. The feature dwindled for a while and was recently revived, likely because of Google’s aim ...

PCWorld reports that Microsoft is testing a Cross-Device Resume feature allowing Windows 11 users to seamlessly continue Android apps where they left off. Currently available to Windows Insiders in ...

I have eight years of experience covering Android, with a focus on apps, features, and platform updates. I love looking at even the minute changes in apps and software updates that most people would ...