To settle its lawsuit with Epic, Google will make alternative app stores easier to use in Android 17. Here's what that might ...

For a while, I wanted to keep my phone as streamlined as possible, only keeping my essential apps installed. But this year has been a tough one and keeping track of everything mentally has been ...

Google now says that 'experienced users' will still be able to sideload Android apps, but it's not entirely clear what the ...

Let’s face it: At best, most of us are reliant on our phones these days. (At worst, we’re downright addicted.) But do you ever consider the things your smartphone knows about you? To put it mildly, it ...

Changing these settings will give your old Android phone a new life. Once adjusted, it should feel faster, with added zip in day-to-day tasks. If you want to give it a refresh, I recommend messing ...

Google is reportedly preparing the next major Android release, Android 17, to bring mobile gaming closer to console-style experience. Leaks and reports hint at improved native controller support, ...

It sounds like Valve is specifically hoping to attract some of those Meta VR game developers, rather than just any kind of ...

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Android 17 Controller Support could bring big upgrades like native remapping and controller support forced for every app or ...

Google is backtracking on its decision to kill off sideloading, as it will develop a new flow for advanced users.

Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. I've spent large portions of my life looking for ways to extend the battery life on my Android phones. Admittedly, that sounds rather dramatic, ...