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Founded in 2010, Android Police began as a platform dedicated to delivering Android news and reviews. Over the years, it has grown into one of the most reliable and respected technology websites online. Throughout this evolution, we’ve maintained our signature blend of wit, intelligence, and integrity that our readers appreciate. Currently, Android Police continues to focus on Android-related content, including news, reviews, guides, and tips. However, our coverage has expanded to include the wider mobile landscape, featuring insights on tablets, wearables, personal audio devices, smart home technology, and the impact of politics and regulations on how we interact with these products.

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Snag Amazon's largest Fire tablet for $90 during this limited time deal

1 day ago | androidpolice.com | Matthew Sholtz

Amazon Fire HD 10 (2023) $90 $140 Save $50 Amazon's Fire HD 10 tablet is the big boy, the largest in the Fire line, packing 32GB of storage, a 1080p screen, and 3GB of RAM. It's an Android device built to consume Amazon's content, be it Kindle books, Audible audiobooks, or Prime TV and movie content. Thanks to the sharp display and excellent battery life, it's suitable for everyday carry, especially when you can snag one during a sale.
Keep is getting easier to use on the web with new text formatting tools

2 days ago | androidpolice.com | Matthew Sholtz

Google Keep's web app now includes text formatting tools for bold, italicize, and underline. New features are rolling out to Google Workspace users first, but all users will eventually receive them. Keep's updated web app brings it more in line with the Android app for creating organized notes. Google Keep is pretty bare bones when it comes to note-taking, but that's kind of the point of the app. There are plenty of options if you're looking for something much more robust.
The newly launched Boox Go 7 E Ink tablets have arrived on Amazon, and you can already buy one of them

2 days ago | androidpolice.com | Matthew Sholtz

Boox introduced two E Ink tablets, the Go 7 (black and white) and Go Color 7 Gen II (color), a few weeks ago. The Boox Go 7 is now available on Amazon for easy ordering and quick delivery. Only the black and white Boox Go 7 is currently for sale on Amazon at $250, with the color version pending availability.
Google is finally fixing one of the biggest limitations of Gemini’s Deep Research

3 days ago | androidpolice.com | Mahnoor Faisal

Google's Deep Research tool in Gemini might soon allow users to upload their own documents and images as reference material. This upcoming feature was spotted by @testingcatalognews and closely mirrors a core function of NotebookLM. Unlike NotebookLM, however, Gemini’s Deep Research will likely combine uploaded files with real-time web browsing. With the AI boom in full swing, every company has been racing to integrate AI into their existing products to make them better.
How your streaming subscriptions became the new cable package

3 days ago | androidpolice.com | Anu Joy

When Netflix first took off, it felt like the end of overpriced cable packages filled with channels you never watched, rented set-top boxes, and rigid TV schedules. With streaming, you get unlimited access to shows and movies on your streaming device for a flat monthly fee. The best part is that you can watch them whenever you want and without ads. Cutting the cord meant freedom. But fast forward a decade, and that freedom is getting harder to find.
Weekend poll: US readers, who is your wireless carrier?

3 days ago | androidpolice.com | Will Sattelberg

It's a pretty interesting time to be a smartphone user in the US. No, I'm not talking about the devices themselves being interesting — although, depending on your thoughts surrounding slimness, it sounds like it's about to be a particularly interesting time. Instead, the real war for your wallet right now belongs to the carriers, as the big three titans continue to battle it out alongside — and against — their respective collections of MVNOs. Things are all topsy-turvy in the world of carriers.
7 ways AI is transforming your Google News feed experience

3 days ago | androidpolice.com | Anu Joy

When you open the Google News app or scroll through the For You tab, you see a curated stream of headlines that mostly align with your interests. There's that niche tech story you care about, a local news snippet that feels relevant, and an update from your favorite sports team. From breaking headlines that match your interests to long reads you didn’t know you wanted, AI is working behind the scenes to shape your news experience. It sorts, ranks, filters, and personalizes what you see.
Pixel cameras are apparently starting to feel Apple-fied - and not in a good way

3 days ago | androidpolice.com | Mahnoor Faisal

Complaints from Pixel users saying their device overprocesses photos have started pouring in. A Reddit user highlighted this issue using side-by-side shots of their car taken with a Pixel 9 Pro and an older Pixel 3, showing how the newer device inaccurately shifted the car's bright orange color to red. Despite trying various settings like RAW capture and disabling Ultra HDR, users found no fix, and many are upset there's no option to disable the auto-enhancement.
Android 16 takes some odd inspiration on the Android Police podcast

4 days ago | androidpolice.com | Jules Wang |Daniel Bader |Will Sattelberg

This week's Android Police podcast raps Google's wrists for pulling the pall over Android app downloaders and their desires to grab an APK from a third-party source. We preview the look of Android 16 and also how it might NOT look like what's been discovered. All that, plus your usual dose of AI skepticism, quasi-Luddite propagandizing, and a return to Hayao Miyazaki. 04:36 | Traps Download apps.
5 steps to make your smart home more sustainable without buying anything new

4 days ago | androidpolice.com | Jon Gilbert

It's no secret that smart home devices can make your home more sustainable and energy efficient. Smart thermostats can reduce energy wastage by learning your routines, smart lights can turn off automatically when someone leaves the room, and leak-detection systems can stop you from wasting water.