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How to make a song your ringtone on an Android phone

Want to add some personal flair to your incoming calls? Here's how to set any song as a ringtone on your Android smartphone.
OnePlus Nord N300 5G speed test.

5G vs. LTE: What’s the difference and why you should care

How to sideload an APK

How to install an Android app from outside the Play Store

The OnePlus 12 and Pixel 8's screens.

The best Android phones in 2024: the 15 best ones you can buy

Google Pixel 8a showing Gemini Nano.

Google is working on a much-needed Gemini feature

Someone holding the Moto G Power 5G (2024) and Moto G Stylus 5G (2024).

2 reasons why you shouldn’t buy a Motorola phone in 2024

Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra and iPhone 15 Pro in hand.

Google is making it easier to ditch your iPhone for an Android phone

Someone opening the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5.

Should you buy the Galaxy Z Fold 5 now or wait for the Galaxy Z Fold 6?

An iPhone on a colorful chair showing phone buttons.

The best free apps for international calling in 2024

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra's rear panels.

The best phones in 2024: our 15 favorite smartphones right now

Google messages versus samsung messages app icons side by side on Galaxy Z Fold 5.

Is the messages app on your Samsung phone crashing? Here’s how to fix it

Someone holding the Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus.

This new Android feature isn’t coming to your Samsung phone after all

The Apple TV app listing in Google Play.

Does a job listing mean Apple TV is getting an Android phone app?

A new job listing from Apple has folks convinced a proper Apple TV app for Android phones is on the way. Problem is, they really have no idea.
A close-up of the Spotify app icon.

The Spotify Android app just got an odd design change

Do you use the Spotify app on your Android phone? If so, you'll likely soon see an updated design for the app icon. Here's what changed.
The Google Photos app running on a Google Pixel 8 Pro.

Your Google Photos app may soon get a big overhaul. Here’s what it looks like

An APK teardown has revealed new sharing features for Google Photos, along with some other changes. Here's what's new.
Text editing in Google Messages.

Google just announced 7 big Android updates. Here’s what’s new

Google's latest feature drop imagines you making PayPal transactions on a watch, controlling appliances from home screen widgets, and fixing message mistakes.
Perplexity app shown on an iPhone.

Perplexity, one of our favorite AI apps, just got a big update

ChatGPT tool Perplexity is getting even better. With Perplexity Pages, you can transform your research into visually engaging and comprehensive content.
Security shield on Android phone.

The best antivirus tools for Android

Is it time to better protect your mobile device? here's our list of the top antivirus apps for Android, along with advice on how to choose the best one for you.
A Chromecast tip on a TV.

Wait! What did Google just rename this time?

Chromecast built-in is now just Cast. Doesn't matter what you call it, though — it still does the exact same thing.
Showing the app drawer on the Google Pixel 8 Pro.

What is an APK file? How they work and how to open them

We often talk about APK files when discussing Android phones. But what are APK files, how do they work, and why should you care about them? Let's explain.
a hand holding an iPhone with the Instagram app showing.

How to search for filters on Instagram

Filters are a great way to improve your Instagram posts. Here's how to find them on the social networking app and make your posts come to life.
Renders of the Google Pixel 8a and Pixel 8 next to each other.

Google Pixel 8a vs. Pixel 8: not an easy decision

The Pixel 8a tries to reset the rules for budget phones, and it gets very close to the Pixel 8. So, which one should you get?
The Division Resurgence

The Division Resurgence: release date speculation, news, and rumors

Ubisoft is bringing its popular third-person shooter franchise to mobile devices sometime in 2024. Here's everything we know about The Division Resurgence.
A person making a phone call on a Samsung Galaxy S24 in a car.

How to make your number private on your Android phone

Whether you want to make your number private once or permanently, you can do so on your Android phone. Here are the steps to follow!
Google app on Android beta showing Notifications.

The Google app on your Android phone is getting a helpful new feature

If you use the Google app on your Android phone a lot, you'll want to keep an eye out for a new feature that's slowly rolling out to it now.
The Poco Pad tablet in different colors

This cool new Android tablet is hiding a very big secret

The Poco Pad is the brand's first tablet. To make sure it stands out, the company has fitted it with a very big (and exciting) feature.
A digital security lock.

Best LastPass alternatives for 2024

With the LastPass security issues over the past years, you might be in the market for a new password manager. We've got you covered with these alternatives.
Gemini, ChatGPT, Humane Pin, and Rabbit R1.

AI gadgets are dead

The likes of Humane and Rabbit want to carve a niche. But tools like Gemini and ChatGPT prove that the best place for AI is on your humble smartphone.
The Android 15 logo on a smartphone.

Android 15 release date: When will my phone get the update?

Android 15 is here, at least in the form of a beta. Here's everything we know about Android 15's release date (and when it's coming to your phone).
The Android 15 logo on a smartphone.

How to download the Android 15 beta right now

Android 15 is available as a public beta for those with a Google Pixel and other select Android devices to try for themselves. Here's how to download it.
YouTube TV multiview options on an Android phone.

Android users finally get YouTube TV parity with iPhone

Multiview has been available in YouTube TV on iPhone and iPad for months. Now, Android device owners finally get to watch more than one thing at a time.
Holding the Google Pixel 8 Pro, showing its Home Screen.

Google has a magical new way for you to control your Android phone

Google's Project GameFace brings incredible new accessibility features to Android phones. Here's what it can do.
The Lock Screen on the Google Pixel 8 Pro.

Android 15 has a clever way to make notifications less annoying

Notification vibrations on your phone can be annoying — sometimes being too strong or too weak. A new feature in Android 15 may fix this for good.
Front and rear profile of leaked Google Pixel 9 renders.

Google Pixel 9: news, rumored price, release date, and more

The Google Pixel 9, 9 Pro and 9 Pro XL phones are undoubtedly on the way, and the rumors we've seen so far point to a big design refresh and new AI smarts.