Prarthana Gopal

3 days ago | androidpolice.com | Prarthana Gopal

Google Photos offers a simple way to store and share photos from your smartphone. If you own a flagship or budget Android phone, it's easy to back up your photos automatically to the platform. The built-in features, from easy searchability to Gemini integration, make it convenient to use. If you're looking for a privacy-focused option, storage flexibility, or alternatives, several reliable platforms are worth considering.

5 days ago | androidpolice.com | Prarthana Gopal

Modern phones, whether it’s a budget Android device or the latest flagship, have batteries that can last through the day. Still, you might occasionally find that your phone’s charge drains faster than expected. The culprit isn’t always a bad battery. In many cases, it might be the web apps you use. While many people are aware of battery-intensive Android apps, they overlook web apps running via their browsers. These apps can consume a lot of battery by running in the background and auto-refreshing.

1 week ago | androidpolice.com | Prarthana Gopal

Your phone holds important data. You need to back up these files so that you don't lose everything because of a software crash or the loss or theft of your device. Whether you have the latest big-screen flagship device or a budget Android phone, performing a data backup is simple. Still, it's easy to make mistakes and lose access to important files. Here are 10 common mistakes to avoid when backing up data on your Android device.

3 weeks ago | androidpolice.com | Prarthana Gopal

Cell phone plans can get expensive, especially if you opt for a plan from one of the big carriers, like AT&T, Verizon, or T-Mobile. Unlimited plans from these carriers can cost hundreds of dollars, especially if you pair a plan with a flagship big-screen phone. But it doesn't have to be this way. Your phone bill could shrink with a wireless plan from an MVNO (Mobile Virtual Network Operator). Although cheaper, these plans offer solid coverage.

3 weeks ago | androidpolice.com | Prarthana Gopal

We share a lot of information with our family, friends, and co-workers via messaging apps installed on our Android phones. While not all of our messages contain sensitive information, many are private. Most communication apps have built-in security standards to keep this data from leaking. Still, not all apps offer the same functionality or security. That's why you should take steps to improve the security of your favorite messaging app, whether it's WhatsApp, Signal, or Google Messages.