Some codes are specific to certain models, but other, more generic codes can be accessed on nearly any Android device. SOPA Images/LightRocket via Gett You might not know this, but your Android device ...

Short codes for Android smartphones can be used in several way, from pulling up information about the device, to communicating with the network service provider, as well as quickly accessing functions ...

By entering certain strings of numbers and symbols into your phone's dialer, you can gain access to a world of hidden ...

Coders have a storied tradition of creating back doors in programs (or sometimes just fun little Easter eggs) that can only be accessed with a special "key." This has happened for almost as long as ...

Alan is an experienced culture, commerce, and tech author with a background in newspaper reporting. His work has appeared in Rolling Stone, Paste Magazine, The Escapist, ESPN, PC Gamer, and a ...