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I used hundreds of new apps in 2025, but only a few really stand out in my mind, and some still reside on my phone. While some of my favorite Android apps from 2025 didn’t necessarily launch this year ...

As Google Assistant was crumbling, the arrival of Gemini in Android Auto felt like a needed step forward. But, as the feature rolls out, it seems a bit divisive. What do you think of it? Google ...

Following last week’s release, Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 is rolling out with one fix for Pixel devices. CP11.251114.007 (from .006) for all devices will fix: The on-device OTA is 57.80 MB (Pixel 9a).

Your Android phone has evolved to the point that it can now replace your computer in a pinch. You can use it to email your boss, edit a spreadsheet, and even attend video conferences on the go. But ...

The virtual assistants that come closest to the Siri experience There is no Siri for Android, and there probably never will be. But that doesn't mean that Android users can't have virtual assistants ...

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 is available now for Pixel 6 and newer devices. Beta 1.1 arrives just a week after Beta 1, and attempts to resolve issues with app crashes. What does everybody want on ...

Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. As a person who covers consumer tech for a living, I get to use a few dozen smartphones every year. While I almost always advise on which is the ...