Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Zak Doffman writes about security, surveillance and privacy. Updated on Jan. 8 with additional analysis on Samsung’s surprising ...

The transition from conceptual software to tangible hardware is always a pivotal moment for Google, and with the official arrival of CES 2026, Android XR is making a loud, visual statement. After ...

After a somewhat underwhelming release last year, privacy-focused brand Punkt is back with the new MC03 smartphone, which is based on Android and ships with “AphyOS,” and coming to the US this year.

If your Android 15-based Xiaomi device has run out of major Android OS upgrades, you still have a chance to experience HyperOS 3 as the brand has just started rolling it out to those devices. The ...

ColorOS 16 introduces several AI based features. AI Mind Space allows users to record 60 second voice notes by long pressing the Snap Key. These notes are automatically grouped using Smart Collections ...

Rajesh started following the latest happenings in the world of Android around the release of the Nexus One and Samsung Galaxy S. After flashing custom ROMs and kernels on his beloved Galaxy S, he ...

The Google Pixel 4 and 4 XL can now run Android 16 through official support in LineageOS 23, years after Google ended updates. The update is based on Android 16’s ...

Like a car, regular preventative maintenance is essential for keeping your Android phone running in tip-top shape. Sure, you won’t need to change the oil or spark plugs in your Google Pixel or Samsung ...