I found a better way to discover Android apps that skips the sponsored junk

The first is App Finder, which offers a comprehensive set of filters to narrow down your search, and the other is Droid-ify, ...

Google’s New Android Lockdown—Do Not Install These Apps

Google is cracking down on sideloading. Users will only be able to install apps from verified developers without a number of ...

Bad battery life on your Android phone? Changing these 12 settings will do you wonders

Consider these 12 expert-approved tips and tricks to make your device last up to hours longer - no matter what model or brand you own.

Android updates explained: Betas, Canary builds, and what you should use

Android releases can be confusing. Here’s a clear explanation of Android Betas, Dev Previews, Canary builds, and which one actually matters ...

I changed 12 settings on my Android phone to significantly improve its battery life

Battery dropping too fast? Consider these 12 expert-approved tips to make your device last up to hours longer.
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Applications open for DEC Campground Ambassador program

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has opened applications for its 2026 Campground Ambassador program. Submissions are due by January 30. Under ...
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Best Android Shortcut Apps (Tested): Which One Actually Works for Your Use Case

Android shortcut apps vary by use case: MacroDroid is best for simple, everyday automations; Tasker suits power users needing deep system control; Automate balances power and ease with visual flows; ...
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Applications now open for new Minnesota paid leave program

SAINT PAUL, Minn. — Minnesota's new paid leave program is up and running. Although the policy doesn't technically take effect until the calendar flips to 2026 later this week, state officials revealed ...
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Ensemble Based Android Malware Detection Using a Bio-Inspired Meta-Heuristic Feature Engineering Approach

Abstract: The intent of the research work is to classify the applications running in android environment as malware and good-ware accurately using machine learning approaches. The accuracy of ...
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5 Surprising Things I Actually Use My Android Smartphone For

For many of us, phones are mostly for calling, texting, and browsing. Two decades ago, that was pretty much all a phone could do. But today, with powerful built-in features, it can handle far more ...
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Google expands Android scam protection feature to Chase, Cash App in U.S.

Google is expanding support for its Android's in-call scam protection to multiple banks and financial applications in the United States. The announcement specifically mentions the addition of fintech ...
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Some Android Phone Owners Can Finally Use Apple AirDrop - Here's How

Sharing images and videos between iPhone and Android hasn't always been easy. Sure, you can text back and forth, or even send the files over WhatsApp, Discord, or other online messaging apps. But ...