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Hate replying to emails? Gmail is now making it much easier on Android
By Mark Wilson published
The Gmail app on Android is rolling out a new feature that makes replying to emails a lot quicker and easier.
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Google and Samsung’s version of AirDrop is now rolling out to Android devices
By Hamish Hector last updated
Quick Share is coming, bringing a version of AirDrop to all Android devices, including Google, Samsung, and OnePlus phones.
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Google could be preparing a major Bluetooth upgrade for Android 15
By David Nield published
Code hidden in the latest Android beta suggests that Bluetooth Auracast could make its debut in Android 15.
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How to play YouTube in the background on Android
By Sofia Elizabella Wyciślik-Wilson published
There is more than one way to play YouTube in the background – and not all require money
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Lock screen widgets could finally return in Android 15, but there's a catch
By Hamish Hector published
Lock screen widgets could be coming back to Android with Android 15, but maybe not for every device.
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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.
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10 best apps for Android smartphones that you should download right away
By Melissa Perenson published
We pick the 10 best apps for Android smartphones to get you started right in 2024.
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Got a new Android phone? You need to check these two settings right away
By Roland Moore-Colyer published
This is the first thing I check for all new Android phones to get the best experience.
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