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Android 16 is coming soon – here are 5 new features you may have missed

By James Rogerson last updated

Android 16 looks to be a big update for Google's operating system, but here are some of the smaller features you may have missed.

3 major upgrades in Android 16 have already been spotted

By David Nield published

The developer preview has only been out for a day, and new features are already emerging.

Android 16 may be adding its own version of iOS StandBy Mode

By David Nield published

It looks as though Android could follow iOS in adding a display mode for when your phone is inactive and charging.

What’s your favorite Android phone of all time? Let us know

By Jamie Richards published

From the first Google Nexus to trailblazers like the Samsung Galaxy Fold, there’s no shortage of competitors for the title of greatest Android phone ever – we want to hear your favorites.

Android 16 could bring an improved Samsung DeX-style desktop mode to more phones

By Jamie Richards published

Let's talk about DeX

Android 16 brings a much-needed upgrade to Google Maps that iOS users already have

By Jamie Richards published

Google Maps has become the first app to get live update support with the latest Android 16 beta, with the app now able to show directions and other information on your phone’s lock screen.

Google just accidentally leaked the next major visual redesign for Android – here's what it looks like

By David Nield published

Google is preparing a significant design overhaul for Android, which it's calling Material 3 Expressive.

Google could add Desktop Mode to Android phones, bringing a Samsung DeX-style experience to more devices

By Jamie Richards published

Google is set to bring a new Desktop Mode to Android, which would give more Android users the chance to use their phones and tablets effectively as computers when paired with an external monitor.

I’m an iOS loyalist – here’s why Android has never tempted me to switch

By Alex Blake published

Android has a lot to offer, but it’s never tempted me to switch. Here’s why I’ve always stuck with Apple.

Last chance! These are the phone deals I’d recommend snapping up before Prime Day ends

By Jamie Richards published

Prime Day may almost be over, but there are still some great smartphone deals to be had for fans of iPhone, Samsung, Google Pixel, and more.

Android 16 is out now, but its big visual redesign might not arrive until September

By James Rogerson published

Android 16 is out now, with live updates, new security tools, and more, but the feature we're really waiting for isn't here yet.

Android Auto looks set to get a useful Gemini upgrade – and a refreshed look

By David Nield published

Precise locations for Gemini and a desaturated color palette are the latest Android Auto leaks.

How to add another account on Android

By Chris Hall published

Here's how to get all your accounts on one phone quickly and easily.

Android 17 could finally introduce Motion Cues to combat motion sickness – matching the same feature in iOS

By David Nield published

Android devices could work better for passengers if this anti-motion sickness feature finally sees the light of day.

Android 15 is going to make it easier for you to navigate indoors – here's how

By David Nield published

Android 15 is adopting a standard called Wi-Fi Ranging so you won't get lost without a GPS signal.

Android 16 is launching today – but it will be missing a major feature

By James Rogerson published

Android 16 is launching on Pixel phones today, but you won't be getting the Material 3 Expressive redesign yet.

I hope Apple shamelessly copies these 5 Android features in iOS 19

By Nirave Gondhia published

As slick as iOS is, it could benefit from several useful Android features.

Android Automotive is my favorite car infotainment system – and it's finally going to get a lot more apps soon

By Leon Poultney published

Google has announced a "car ready mobile apps program" that should bring a lot more apps to Android Automotive soon.

The first Android 16 beta could land today – with a big change for your notifications

By David Nield published

It looks likely that the public beta for Android 16 isn't too far off, and there's already speculation about new features.

Samsung roasts Apple's lack of foldable innovation in new ad – as a flexible iPhone is tipped for 2027

By David Nield published

Samsung says Apple is being left behind in the mobile market, and it could be years before Apple catches up.

Here's what Google Gemini will look like on your Android Auto dashboard

By David Nield published

We know Gemini is coming to Android Auto, and a new video shows off how it looks on the interface.

Android 16 Beta 3 has arrived – here are the 4 features I think will be the most useful

By Jamie Richards published

New accessibility features, battery health, and more

Huawei succeeds where Microsoft failed miserably — HarmonyOS now on almost one billion devices, and China's largest mobile phone manufacturer has completely eliminated Android

By Wayne Williams published

Huawei’s mobile OS is on nearly a billion devices in China, and its new HarmonyOS Next removes all traces of Android.

Google and Samsung just made sharing files on Android much easier

By Roland Moore-Colyer published

By teaming up with Samsung, Google is bringing the former's Quick Share feature to other Android devices.

If you've got a phone running Android 12, it's time to upgrade – here's why

By David Nield published

Security updates for Android 12 and Android 12L have now ceased, which makes the software more vulnerable.

Android 16 could steal a thief-thwarting security feature from iPhones

By James Rogerson published

Inactivity reboot could be coming to Android, giving thieves a time limit to unlock your phone using biometrics.

Android 16 could give Gemini more control over apps – and other AI upgrades are rumored too

By David Nield published

Code diggers have found signs that Gemini is getting some significant improvements on Android.

Google teases a refresh for the Pixel's always-on display in Android 16 – and it's about time it caught up to Apple and Samsung

By David Nield published

The lock screen on Pixel phones could look much more appealing once Android 16 has rolled out.

The 9 best Android Automotive apps to upgrade your driving experience in 2025

By Leon Poultney published

We round up some of the top apps for Android Automotive infotainment systems.

Google finally gave us a closer look at Android XR – here are 4 new things we've learned

By Hamish Hector published

We now know what Android XR is capable of, from the AI features that'll power it to the hardware that'll offer it.