The Android OS is highly customizable, but that means that a lot of its default settings won't be a good fit for the way that ...

Every Android phone running Android 16 and above now has a built-in security feature that protects your device and accounts.

You don't need to be a tech expert to keep your phone secure. You just need to know where to tap. From sneaky, data-hungry apps to overlooked settings that leak sensitive information, your iPhone or ...

The 'N' icon in the notification tray indicates that NFC is enabled on your phone. Head to the Settings app or the quick ...

A virtual private network, or VPN for short, is a security tool that encrypts your device's connection to the internet. It works by routing traffic through a different secure server. Beyond the ...

Google's toughest security tools are behind a single toggle. Switch it on to protect yourself from theft, scams, spam, and more.

Faith writes guides, how-tos, and roundups on the latest Android games and apps for Android Police. You'll find her writing about the newest free-to-play game to hit Android or discussing her paranoia ...

Pixel phones may soon get a “double tap to turn off screen” gesture in the Android 16 QPR1 update. A new toggle for this gesture is expected to appear in the Settings app under System > Gestures.