It can be incredibly frustrating when the speaker on your Android phone suddenly starts malfunctioning. It not only disrupts your ability to hear calls and notifications but also robs you of the ...

Ford is among the vehicle manufacturers that allow you to unlock your cars or other vehicles using your smartphones and smartwatches. The company updated its smartphone app in May this year, which ...

If you're ever in a place where you need internet in a pinch, or your home network is down, you can actually rely on your Android phone for a temporary connection. USB tethering allows you to connect ...

From quick restarts to advanced troubleshooting, learn how to revive your touch screen before seeking professional help Reviewed by Lisa Mildon Restarting your device can often fix a touch screen that ...

Long-time Samsung owners certainly know that using Android Auto is often a big challenge. Mysterious bugs come and go, and running the app with the latest Samsung Galaxy S generations has often been a ...

Name it, and you can probably use your smartphone to do it. Booking appointments, snapping photos, playing games, keeping up with work, watching TV — your smartphone can easily become the center of ...

Nick is a Features author who's been writing for fellow tech geeks since 2011. While he's mostly focused on phones, he's also thrilled by cameras and audio gear of all shapes and sizes. On weekends, ...

Nothing is inviting Phone 3 owners to join a closed beta of its Android 16 skin. Phone 3 users can sign up to participate in the closed beta until 12:00 PM ET on August 3, 2025. The company plans to ...

That smartphone in your pocket is home to your favorite apps, personal accounts, and sensitive data. That means your device should have the strongest security protection available to prevent the wrong ...

I said it before, and I'll say it again: there is no magic phone to run Android Auto, and not even paying a premium for an Android device ensures a flawless experience behind the wheel. Many people ...

Android gives you the freedom to use whatever apps and services you want, for the most part. So, for example, if you wanted to use an email app that you prefer over what comes pre-installed, you can ...

Jon has been an author at Android Police since 2021. He primarily writes features and editorials covering the latest Android news, but occasionally reviews hardware and Android apps. His favorite ...