Strings in Android 17 QPR3 Beta 1 reference unreleased gamepad mouse functionality. It looks like a future update will allow free mouse-style cursor control using game controllers. It’s unclear when ...

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This summer, the popular games studio Bungie ended development on the long-running, live-service game Destiny 2. As an avid player who had chewed through all the content that game had to offer, I ...

The Android Dev Summit is returning in 2026 after Google’s last focused developer conference in 2022. Additionally, the agenda comes with a mention of Android 18. There will be a “keynote with Android ...

When it comes to software services, there is often a healthy variety no matter which platform you use. Certain products, however, enjoy a monopoly of sorts and become the default option for many.

The digital screens in modern cars can be very helpful, but they can also be extremely distracting for drivers. Some integrated apps, such as Android Auto, give users a full hands-free experience by ...

A new Android malware called RatHat has been discovered, targeting users with an AI-powered subsystem that helps operators remotely navigate compromised devices. Zimperium zLabs researchers analyzed ...

Android Auto lets you use the essential apps on your phone via your car's dashboard. Much like Apple's CarPlay, you're able to use Android Auto to send messages, take calls, play music, and help ...

Sanuj is a freelance tech journalist with over six years of experience covering smartphones, wearables, and consumer technology. He currently writes for Android Police, Tom's Guide, Android Central, ...

Android phones can now power real desktop-style setups, but supported desktop modes and extreme hardware mods are very different beasts. A compatible Android phone can power a desktop-style workspace ...