Forbes

Google Issues Android Update—40% Of All Phones Now At Risk

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Android Authority

Android 17 release date: The next major update is coming soon! (Updated)

Update, February 13, 2026 (02:39 PM ET): We’re a couple days behind schedule now, but Google has finally confirmed the arrival of Android 17 Beta 1. Update, February 11, 2026 (02:20 PM ET): While ...
Engadget

The best cheap Android phones to buy in 2026

Getting a solid Android phone doesn’t necessitate spending a small fortune. The best budget models strike a great balance between price and performance, giving you smooth everyday use without cutting ...
Android Police

I tried Android's Desktop Mode, and I might never use my laptop again

Sanuj is a tech enthusiast with a passion for exploring smartphones, tablets, and smart wearables. He started his tech journey with a Lumia smartphone, diving into Windows Phone. Later, he switched to ...
9to5google

Android 16 February 2026 update rolling out: No Pixel bug fixes

The year in updates continues with the February 2026 security patch for Android 16 QPR2 on the Pixel 7a, Tablet, Fold, 8, 8 Pro, 8a, 9, 9 Pro, 9 Pro XL, 9 Pro Fold, 9a, Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel ...
Android Police

Google announces Android 17 Beta 1, officially signaling the death of Developer Previews [UPDATE]

Karandeep Singh Oberoi is a Durham College Journalism and Mass Media graduate who joined the Android Police team in April 2024, after serving as a full-time News Writer at Canadian publication ...
Android Authority

Google just confirmed what Android fans have been praying to hear about AirDrop sharing

Google has confirmed that Android’s Quick Share-AirDrop interoperability is expanding beyond the Pixel 10 series to more Android devices this year. The company says it’s working with partners to ...
9to5google

Motorola doesn’t promise any Android OS upgrades for its latest budget phones, ships with Android 15

Motorola is not exactly known for timely Android updates, but its latest releases in Europe don’t even promise OS upgrades at all – with Android 15 out of the box being a cherry on top. Earlier this ...
The Verge

Aluminium: Why Google’s Android for PC launch may be messy and controversial

Aluminium may not fully arrive till 2028 — and ChromeOS bows out in 2034. Aluminium may not fully arrive till 2028 — and ChromeOS bows out in 2034. is a senior editor and founding member of The Verge ...
ZDNet

6 Android launchers that are better than your default home screen (and most are free)

Android launchers let you replace your default home screen. Six top launchers offer unique features, styles, and pricing. A new launcher can make your phone feel fresh and faster. One of the main ...
ZDNet

Your Android phone feeling slow? My 4-step refresh routine works wonders every time

Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. As a person who covers consumer tech for a living, I get to use a few dozen smartphones every year. While I almost always advise on which is the ...