MicroPythonOS lightweight OS for microcontroller targets applications with graphical user interfaces with a look similar to Android/iOS.

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; ...

There is no escaping AI in 2026, so why not use it to make your everyday life a bit easier? As an Android user, I have hundreds of apps installed on my phone, but let me tell you about the best AI ...

Google is adding a new notifying dot in Android 16 QPR3 which tells you when an app is accessing your location. Back in 2021’s Android 12 release, Google added a new green dot to prominently notify ...

Opal is now inside the Gemini web app, which means you can build reusable AI mini-apps right where you already manage Gems. If you’ve been waiting for an easier way to create custom Gemini tools ...

Jon has been an author at Android Police since 2021. He primarily writes features and editorials covering the latest Android news, but occasionally reviews hardware and Android apps. His favorite ...

My journey with Android started off with Android 1.5, which was known as Cupcake (as Google previously named every Android version after desserts). Since then, I've seen Android maturing over the ...

Happy Tuesday, and welcome to another edition of Rent Free. This week's newsletter includes more than its fair share of rent control content. We cover a new lawsuit challenging New York's rent caps on ...

Android 17 will introduce “Registered App Stores” as a result of the Epic settlement, allowing users to install rival marketplaces through a single, uniform screen. This eliminates security warnings ...

Google will start taking action on Android apps in the official Google Play store that have high background activity and cause excessive battery draining. Apps that exceed a "bad behavior threshold" ...

Learning Python on your Android device is totally doable these days. Gone are the days when you needed a full computer setup. Whether you’re just starting out or want to code on the go, there are some ...