Your phone has many security features to protect your data, but many settings are turned off by default. Whether you use a flagship device or a budget phone, you can stay safe online by tweaking a few ...

As I do with every device, Android or not, I tweak the settings to suit my needs. The default options provided by the manufacturer cover the broadest range of users, but they won’t be perfect for ...

Choose an app category, like Browser app or Phone app. Pick a new default app from the list. To reset the default apps, select Reset app preferences from the apps list in Settings. This article ...

Google is slowly fixing its Play Store problem. We have already seen a cull of lower-quality, higher-risk apps, and we are now seeing ever more on-device monitoring to flag those devices behaving ...

Night Mode, setting a custom wallpaper, shifting media controls, and more.

Consider these expert-vetted tips and tricks to make your device last up to hours longer - no matter the brand.

Anu is a Features author at Android Police. You'll find her writing in-depth pieces about automation tools, productivity apps, and explainers. Before joining AP, she used to write for prominent tech ...

Few users know that Android Auto has a developer mode. It’s a bit like discovering a secret passage in your own house. Once activated (tap Version ten times in the app), you gain access to ...

Android Auto is an incredibly convenient way to use the apps from your phone in your car. Android Auto works perfectly right (when it connects), but that doesn't mean it's the most convenient it can ...

The settings every S26 Ultra owner should change ...