Android has a number of Developer options built in that allow you to go beyond the regular user-facing functionality to get even greater control over your daily experience. Here are some of our tips ...

Under the new requirements, developers must complete Google’s verification process to enable sideloading of their applications. The company presents this as a security measure, comparing it to ...

The best source for Android OS news. Co-host on the Android Faithful podcast. Show me the facts Explain it like I’m 5 Give me a lighthearted recap Ahead of the holidays, Google is pushing out the ...

The best source for Android OS news. Co-host on the Android Faithful podcast. First of all, it might surprise you to hear that Google is releasing Android 16 DP1 today. After all, the first developer ...

Do you like writing software for Android, perhaps even sideload the occasional APK onto your Android device? In that case some big changes are heading your way, with Google announcing that they will ...

Android 16 QPR2 will bring forced themes to apps that don't support Material You, and Google isn't letting any app developer opt out.

Google is bringing a contentious new reform to the way apps are installed on Android devices, set to take effect next year. The tech giant has long been known for offering users the freedom to ...

Android’s hidden Developer Options can supercharge your phone with features like faster animations, improved Bluetooth audio, file transfer defaults, fake GPS location, background app limits, and ...

Android has always offered users far greater control over the software experience, whether in the form of baked-in features or additions through third-party apps available on the Play Store. Things ...

Google has released the first Android 15 developer preview. The software introduces an improved Privacy Sandbox, partial screen recording, and more. For starters, the ...