Practical Android tweaks hidden inside the developer menu.

Android releases can be confusing. Here’s a clear explanation of Android Betas, Dev Previews, Canary builds, and which one actually matters ...

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Google has reportedly delayed the Android 17 beta release for Pixel devices, with the company now saying the update will arrive soon but not on the previously expected date ...

Android’s hidden Developer Options can supercharge your phone with features like faster animations, improved Bluetooth audio, file transfer defaults, fake GPS location, background app limits, and ...

Android 16 is here! Sort of. Along with its official announcement that stable Android 16 is due out in the second quarter of next year, Google kicked off the Developer Preview period for its next ...

Security remains a top priority in Android 16, with several new measures designed to safeguard your data and privacy. Key updates include: Android 16 introduces significant upgrades to health and ...

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Well ahead of its usual schedule, Google has just released the first preview of Android 16. This initial developer preview isn’t meant for the general user, but it’s freely available to anyone who ...

Google is changing how sideloading works on Android. Starting in 2026, only apps from verified developers will be allowed on certified Android devices. Developers distributing apps outside the Play ...

Google will soon verify the identities of developers who distribute Android apps outside the Play Store. Developers must submit their information to a new Android Developer Console, increasing their ...