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What Is Android System WebView?

If you use an Android device, you may have come across an app called Android System WebView. It’s a system app that regularly receives updates via the Google Play store. But what does it do, and should you remove it?…

Gaurav Shukla 16h ago

Galaxy Unpacked August 2022: How to Watch and What to Expect

Samsung confirmed in July that its next big reveal event, Galaxy Unpacked (all the events are called that), will take place on August 10. Here’s how to tune in, and what to expect.

Corbin Davenport 4d ago

OnePlus 10T Arrives With Super-Fast Charging and Android 12

OnePlus sells some of the most popular Android phones, but some of the company’s recent devices have had issues. The OnePlus 10T was revealed today, and the main upgrade this time is super-fast charging….

Corbin Davenport 5d ago

Android 13 Is Boring, and That’s a Good Thing

Android 13 is Google’s release for 2022, and it’s not exactly the most exciting version of Android we’ve ever seen. There aren’t many big features that everyone will immediately notice. Is that really a bad thing, though?…

Joe Fedewa 5d ago

Why Is Samsung Named “Samsung”?

In the word of technology, there aren’t many names bigger than Samsung. This behemoth company makes everything from smartphones to refrigerators. Where did the name “Samsung” come from, and does it mean anything significant?…

Joe Fedewa 5d ago

Samsung’s New Self-Repair Program Is Better Than Apple’s

Many companies are starting to endorse self-repair programs as an alternative to professional repairs or upgrading. Partnering with iFixit, Samsung has officially launched its own self-repair program for Galaxy phones and tab…

Corbin Davenport 6d ago

Android Auto Has Stopped Supporting Some Old Phones

Android Auto is the integrated car software experience you get when connecting an Android phone to a compatible car. However, some older phones are losing access to the feature.

Corbin Davenport Aug 1st

Google Docs Is Getting Better on Android Tablets & Foldables

Following years of neglect, Google is finally starting to improve its apps on the best Android tablets and folding phones. Several new features are now coming to Google Docs on Android specifically for large devices….

Corbin Davenport Jul 25th

Google Backtracks on Android App Permissions After Outcry

Ever since app permissions were introduced in Android, the Google Play Store has listed all requested permissions on the listings for every app. Google started to hide the permissions section, but now the company is backtrack…

Corbin Davenport Jul 22nd

Android Phones & Tablets Can Now Easily Share Headphones

Google launched Fast Pair in 2018, which allows some Bluetooth headphones to be quickly paired with Android devices and Chromebooks. Soon, Fast Pair will start switching Bluetooth headphones automatically to whichever device …

Corbin Davenport Jul 21st

10 Google Pixel Features You Should Be Using

Google Pixel phones may not have as many features as Samsung Galaxy phones, but they’re not without cool things to do. We’ll show you some things you can do with a Pixel phone that you may not know about….

Joe Fedewa Jul 20th

Here’s How to Get Up to $200 Off Samsung’s Upcoming Devices

Samsung has been rumored to be working on new Galaxy phones and watches, and now a Galaxy Unpacked reveal event is officially scheduled for August 10. Also, you can place a reservation for the devices and receive a discount f…

Corbin Davenport Jul 19th

Qualcomm Has New Smartwatch Chips, But Who Will Use Them?

Most smartwatches based on Android or Google’s Wear OS platform use Snapdragon System-on-a-Chip (SoC) designs from Qualcomm. The company announced a pair of new smartwatch chips today, but will they be used in popular watches…

Corbin Davenport Jul 19th

Check Your Phone: Google Pay Is Now Google Wallet

Google announced back in May that the Google Pay app would be renamed to Google Wallet, complete with a fresh modern design. The update is now starting to roll out to Android phones.

Corbin Davenport Jul 18th

How to Make a Song Your Ringtone on Android

Want your Android phone to play your favorite song when you get a call? If so, set your song as the default ringtone for all callers or specific ones. We’ll show you how to do that on your phone.

Mahesh Makvana Jul 18th

How to Make Your Android Phone as Private as Possible

Android has a less-than-stellar reputation for privacy. But Google has been working to change that narrative, with each new release introducing more privacy-focused tools to help you safeguard your personal information. Some,…

Haroun Adamu Jul 16th

How to Compress Videos on Android

It’s pretty awesome to have the ability to record 4K videos with your Android phone, but sometimes the highest quality is just too much. To reduce the size of a video, your best option is to compress it….

Joe Fedewa Jul 14th

Android 13 Is Almost Here (But Probably Not for Your Phone)

Google has been testing the next release of Android for most of this year, known as Android 13. Now the final beta version has arrived, taking us one step closer to the completed update.

Corbin Davenport Jul 13th

What’s the Difference Between All the Samsung Galaxy Phones?

Samsung is notorious for releasing a lot of different Android phones under the “Galaxy” umbrella. Some Galaxy S models cost thousands of dollars while some Galaxy A models are only a couple hundred bucks. So what’s the differ…

Joe Fedewa Jul 13th

Will Your Next Android Phone Really Have Lock Screen Ads?

Glance, an ad company owned by InMobi Group, has made headlines over the past few days for its planned lock screen ads platform for Android smartphones. You probably don’t have to worry about it coming to your next Android d…

Corbin Davenport Jul 7th

Get the Amazon Fire 7 Tablet for Just $30 Before Prime Day

Amazon Fire tablets are popular for streaming media and basic games, mostly because they’re incredibly cheap. Prime Day is officially a week away, but the sale event is already live for some Amazon products….

Corbin Davenport Jul 6th

What Is Samsung Wireless PowerShare, and How Do You Use It?

Many flagship phones have wireless charging but few have the ability to reverse charge other devices. But Samsung phones have had the technology for some years, albeit branded Wireless PowerShare. This article will cover ever…

Haroun Adamu Jul 6th

Which Amazon Fire Tablet Should You Buy?

Amazon’s Fire Tablets are incredibly popular, mostly because they are cheap: the entry-level Fire 7 only costs $49.99 with ads. There’s more than just one model, though, so which one should you get?

Corbin Davenport Jul 5th

How to Use Google Password Manager on Android

A password manager is a great thing to use if you want to keep your passwords secure and easy to remember. Google’s Password Manager built-in to Chrome is a popular option and it works on Android too.

Joe Fedewa Jul 4th

The Fastest Way to Scan a QR Code on Android

QR codes have become increasingly common as more of the world transitions away from paper. All you need is your trusty Android phone to scan one, but how? We’ll show you the easiest and fastest way to do it….

Joe Fedewa Jul 1st

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