Next year, Google will prohibit sideloading on Android—one of the few prominent things differentiating the Android operating system from Apple's iOS. Per the forthcoming policy, Google will ask all ...

When it comes to lightweight computing, it's amazing how much you can do with a Chromebook. Made famous by brands like Asus, Dell, and Lenovo, most Chromebook models deliver fast boot times and zippy ...

Security researchers say Chinese authorities are using a new type of malware to extract data from seized phones, allowing them to obtain text messages — including from chat apps such as Signal — ...

Hidden away in your Android phone's developer settings is a powerful feature called USB debugging. It's a special mode that opens a direct line of communication between your smartphone and a computer, ...

On a smart Android TV, quickly switching apps and browsing streaming libraries is a big part of the fun. But the default Android launcher focuses more on showing ads than providing smooth navigation.

Cross in silence... 🌉🕵️ In this Minecraft tutorial, I’ll show you how to build a Secret Bridge that appears only when activated — using pistons, trapdoors, redstone, or camouflage tricks. Perfect ...

About a decade ago, Apple and Google started updating iOS and Android, respectively, to make them less susceptible to “juice jacking,” a form of attack that could surreptitiously steal data or execute ...

Want to add charm to your Minecraft world in minutes? This quick tutorial shows you how to build a beautiful cherry wood bridge, perfect for Japanese gardens, survival worlds, or cozy village builds.

Jon has been an author at Android Police since 2021. He primarily writes features and editorials covering the latest Android news, but occasionally reviews hardware and Android apps. His favorite ...