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The latest Android news, smartphone reviews, and tips all in one convenient location. Digital Trends offers in-depth coverage of everything Android, from Samsung Galaxy phones to apps. We’ll take you through everything you need to know about the most popular operating system on the market and beyond. Continue on to dive deeper into the world of Android OS, with full-length reviews, suggestions, and our top picks for anyone who has chosen to stray from the path of iOS.

A render of the Up Mobile smartphone.

An absurd new phone is coming to crush the iPhone and Android

A new smartphone with Web3, blockchain, and AI technology is coming to take on the might of Apple and Android later this year.
The Google Pixel 8's screen.

5 reasons why you should not buy the Google Pixel 8

The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra and S Pen stylus on its screen.

Best Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra deals: Get Samsung’s flagship for $300

The Google Pixel 8 on a table showing the screen.

Best Google Pixel 8 deals: Get the latest Pixel for free

Apps on the Motorola Razr Plus.

Two of 2023’s best Motorola phones are finally getting Android 14

Samsung Galaxy S23 FE Mint Green color along with a Samsung notebook and a cermaic bowl with lemons.

5 phones you should buy instead of the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE

A person holding the CMF Phone 1.

I used the CMF Phone 1, and it’s 2024’s best smartphone bargain

A top view of someone wearing the Google Pixel Watch 2.

Two big upgrades were just confirmed for the Google Pixel Watch 3

Google Maps on the Asus Zenfone 11 Ultra.

How to fake the GPS location on your iPhone or Android phone

The Nike Globe watch face on the Apple Watch Series 9.

Best smartwatch deals: Samsung, Google, Apple, Fitbit, and Garmin

Galaxy S22 Ultra and iPhone 13 Pro cameras seen from the back.

Best phone deals: Save on the iPhone, Galaxy Z Fold 5, and more

The back of the Google Pixel 8a.

The Google Pixel 8a may not get one of Android 15’s coolest features

Android Duo

How to make a song your ringtone on an Android phone

Want to add some personal flair to your incoming calls? Here's how to set any song as a ringtone on your Android smartphone.
A person holding the Google Pixel 8a

Update your Google Pixel phone right now to fix a big security issue

If you have a Google Pixel device, then you should update it right now to address a major security flaw. Here's why.
A person holding the Google Pixel 8, showing the back of the phone.

The Google Pixel 9 just appeared again in a surprising new leak

Barbie could be first in line for the upcoming Google Pixel 9 if a new leak turns out to be true. "I'm Just Ken" might also be on board.
The Amazon Fire Max 11 and Poco Pad in their keyboard cases.

I put two cheap Android tablets head-to-head. This is the one to buy

The Amazon Fire Max 11 is almost a year old but still a great buy. Can it take on a new reasonably priced Android tablet with a keyboard?
The Google Pixel 6 Pro, Pixel 6, and Pixel 6a all lined up on a wooden desk.

There’s something seriously wrong with the Google Pixel 6

Do you have a Google Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, or Pixel 6a? If so, you should be careful about how you use it right now.
A person holding the Amazon Kindle Fire Max 11

Amazon made a brilliant Android tablet you should actually buy

Amazon's Fire Max 11 takes the Fire tablet range in a brave new direction, and our extensive review examines if the strategy has worked.
A render of the Google Pixel 9 smartphone in black.

The Google Pixel 9 may steal a key iPhone 16 Pro feature

The upcoming Google Pixel 9 and Apple iPhone 16 phones could have a big feature in common. New phones are set to begin arriving next month.
Pixel 4 running Android 11 beta

The best data recovery apps for Android

Losing important files or data is never much fun, but fortunately, we've compiled a list of the best applications for Android data recovery available right now.
Vivo Pad 3

This new Android tablet is everything I wish the 2024 iPad Air was

Apple's newest iPad Air is a fantastic tablet. However, this new Android tablet from Vivo looks even better.
The front of the Amazon Kindle Fire Max 11 with its keyboard case.

One year later, Amazon still makes one of the best Android tablets you can get

The Amazon Fire Max 11 is still one of the best Android tablets, even with its little foibles, as I found out revisiting it a year into its life.
An Android phone showing Android 15.

Your Google Chrome app is getting 5 helpful new features

Whether you're on Android or iOS, smartphone or tablet, the Google Chrome app is getting several new features to make search easier and more personalized.
Made by Google logo at an event venue.

If you like Google Pixel phones, you need to be ready for August 13

Have you been waiting for new Google Pixel phones? Good news! We're probably getting a lot of them in August. Here's what you need to know.
Moto S50 Neo.

Motorola’s new $200 Android phone looks like a great deal

There's a new budget phone arriving from Motorola. It’s called the Moto S50 Neo, and it looks like a solid deal.
An iPhone home screen with iOS 18.

6 features that iOS 18 stole from Android

Apple iOS 18 is on the way, and it has some interesting improvements you should care about. They're also stolen from Android. Here are six of them.
Green OnePlus Pad Android Tablet on a flat surface.

OnePlus’ next Android tablet could be record-breaking

OnePlus has started teasing its next Android tablet, and we’re already impressed. Here’s why.
Honor Play 60 Plus smartphone.

This $200 smartphone looks like a shockingly good deal

The Honor Play 60 Plus is a new budget-friendly phone only available in China. It offers mostly impressive specs and is priced at just $200. Here's a look.
A promotional image showing the Blackmagic Camera app for Android.

Long-awaited pro-level video app arrives on Android, with a catch

Blackmagic, one of the top makers of cinema-grade cameras and editing software, has launched an app for Android phones, but it comes with a catch.
Chromecast with Google TV, and the Onn 4K Pro.

Best streaming devices for 2024: Apple TV, Roku, Fire TV, and more

Your TV probably already has all the apps you need to stream all your shows and movies. But you need not settle. Here are the best streaming devices for 2024.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 on a flat surface with the purple Galaxy Buds 2 Pro TWS Bluetooth earbuds on the side.

5 phones you should buy instead of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 is one of the best folding phones you can buy — but maybe you shouldn't get it. Consider these Z Fold 5 alternatives instead.
Someone holding the Bay blue Google Pixel 8 Pro.

You don’t want to see this warning on your Google Pixel phone

Google is revising the message on Pixel phones in times of overheating. It's a nice tweak that should make it easier to understand what's happening.
A person holding the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra and Xiaomi 14 Ultra.

The best camera phones in 2024: our top 8 photography picks

In this photography showdown, we take a look at the best camera phones currently available and recommend our top picks across a number of different categories.
The Google Pixel 8a, Nothing Phone 2, Samsung Galaxy A35, and the Samsung Galaxy A55's camera.

I compared the cameras on 4 cheap Android phones, and the winner surprised me

Which cheap Android phone has the best camera: the Google Pixel 8a, the Nothing Phone 2, or Samsung's Galaxy A55 or Galaxy A35? I put them all to the test.

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