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1 week ago | 
androidpolice.com | Ben Khalesi |Jon Gilbert |Irene Okpanachi |Nick Todorov
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1 week ago | 
androidpolice.com | Ben Khalesi
A major Android system update often introduces new options you haven't seen before. Updates may revert hidden or overlooked features on your Android phone to default without notice, and change device behavior, which can affect the Android experience. Take a few minutes to review key settings after an update. This guide covers the settings to review so you can use new features, avoid surprises, and keep your phone running as you prefer.
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1 week ago | 
androidpolice.com | Ben Khalesi
Fitbit's ecosystem helps you plan and monitor runs. Pairing with the Google Pixel Watch 3 adds more features and delivers a seamless running experience. This step-by-step guide shows how to build custom interval workouts, personalized cardio, and running training plans on Fitbit. Related Getting into running?
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2 weeks ago | 
androidpolice.com | Ben Khalesi
Modern browsers and Progressive Web App (PWA) technologies have evolved to the point where many popular services no longer require an Android app. You can message, stream, and edit photos in your budget Android phone's browser. Here is a list of polished web apps that are as good as their native versions.
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2 weeks ago | 
androidpolice.com | Ben Khalesi
Tech enthusiasts love to imagine a home where lights adjust automatically, the smart thermostat warms the house before your feet hit the floor, and a voice assistant reminds you of your first meeting. However, many who jump on the smart home bandwagon face a fragmented experience. The disconnect between expectation and reality comes down to how we build our smart homes. I rebuilt my smart home around routines instead of gadgets. Here's how it worked.
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2 weeks ago | 
androidpolice.com | Ben Khalesi
Some of Android's best tricks are the ones you don't notice. They rarely surface in headlines or promo videos and run in the background, continuously improving your experience on Android phones. In this article, I walk you through the subtle features that make a big difference, and how they evolved over the years to shape the Android experience we often take for granted.
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2 weeks ago | 
androidpolice.com | Ben Khalesi
There's something powerful about having the right person to turn to at the right time. That's why I use Gemini Gems when I want to be productive on my phone, tablet, or Chromebook. Think of them as digital coworkers, each great at something unique. I rely on them during late-night coding marathons, exam periods, and last-minute interview prep. In this article, I discuss the Gems I use regularly, what they're designed to do, and how I use artificial intelligence to stay productive.
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3 weeks ago | 
androidpolice.com | Ben Khalesi
Android manufacturers abandon once-standard features as they chase new trends and trim millimeters from their phones. Many users only realized how valuable these perks were after they vanished from flagship Androids. Here are Android features that were once widespread but are now rare or extinct. 6 Swapping your battery used to be the norm Nearly all Android phones previously let you remove the back cover and swap the battery.
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3 weeks ago | 
androidpolice.com | Ben Khalesi
Wearable tech has come a long way since the days of simple step counters. Smartwatches, smart rings, and AR glasses are now full of practical features that make life easier. Below, we explore ten real-world use cases showing how current consumer wearables can benefit you beyond fitness tracking.
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3 weeks ago | 
androidpolice.com | Ben Khalesi
You'd be surprised how much of your home life runs through your Amazon devices. From asking Alexa to play music to checking your Ring Battery Doorbell or turning on smart lights, it's convenient, but that convenience comes with risks. If you're not careful, someone could listen in, watch, or make purchases using your voice. That's why you should take a few minutes to check key privacy and security settings. In this guide, I walk you through the important ones to lock down your account and devices.
