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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.

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

A render of the Google Pixel 9 smartphone in black.

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

Pixel 4 running Android 11 beta

The best data recovery apps for Android

Vivo Pad 3

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

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

An Android phone showing Android 15.

Your Google Chrome app is getting 5 helpful new features

Made by Google logo at an event venue.

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

Moto S50 Neo.

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

An iPhone home screen with iOS 18.

6 features that iOS 18 stole from Android

Green OnePlus Pad Android Tablet on a flat surface.

OnePlus’ next Android tablet could be record-breaking

Honor Play 60 Plus smartphone.

This $200 smartphone looks like a shockingly good deal

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.
A render of the Lenovo Tab Plus Android tablet.

Lenovo’s new Android tablet just put the Pixel Tablet to shame

In the market for a new Android tablet? Not thrilled with current options like the Google Pixel Tablet? The new Lenovo Tab Plus may be what you're looking for.
Front and rear profile of leaked Google Pixel 9 renders.

Google Pixel 9: news, rumored price, release date, and more

The Google Pixel 9, 9 Pro and 9 Pro XL phones are undoubtedly on the way, and the rumors we've seen so far point to a big design refresh and new AI smarts.
Android App running on a Windows 11 PC

How to install Android apps on Windows 11

Windows 11 supports Android apps through the Amazon Appstore, but getting everything set up is tricky. Here's how to install Android apps on Windows 11.
Android 15 logo on a Google Pixel 8.

Android 15 just hit a critical milestone

Excited to get your hands on Android 15? Good news! Google's next big Android update just reached a huge milestone. Here are all the details.
A person holding the Google Pixel 8, showing the screen.

There’s an annoying issue with Google’s latest Pixel update

Google released an important software update to Pixel customers beginning last week. Unfortunately, there are some users that haven't yet received it.
A person holding the Google Pixel 8 Pro.

Should we be worried about the Google Pixel 9?

The Google Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro XL have had benchmarks leak on Geekbench. Simply put, the results are slightly disappointing.
The home screen on the Google Pixel 8 Pro.

Best Google Pixel deals: Save on Pixel 8, Pixel Buds, and Pixel Watch

Whether you're planning to buy a new smartphone, tablet, wireless earbuds, or smartwatch, we've rounded up the best Google Pixel deals to make shopping easier.
An iPhone home screen with iOS 18.

I can’t wait to make my iPhone look like Android with iOS 18

iOS 18 is going to make my iPhone look more like Android than ever before — and I can't wait.
Someone wearing the Google Pixel Watch 2 with a yellow/green fabric band.

Google Pixel Watch 3: news, rumored price, release date, and more

The Google Pixel Watch 3 isn't launching any time soon, but that doesn't mean we can't talk about it! Here's what we know about Google's next smartwatch.
Chromecast icon seen on a smartphone screen.

Chromecast or Google Cast? Google’s confusing wireless streaming tech explained

Chromecast, Chromecast built-in, and Google Cast. Are they the same thing? And if not, what are the differences between them? We have the answers.
Putting the Samsung Galaxy A35 on charge.

Is your Android phone not charging? Here’s how to fix it

Your Android phone is the center of your life, so it not charging is a real problem. Here are some ways to fix your Android phone if it's not charging.
The Google Pixel 8a's screen.

5 phones you should buy instead of the Google Pixel 8a

The Google Pixel 8a is a midrange star, but it's not the only option in town. Here are five phones you should buy instead of the Google Pixel 8a.
The cover art for Minecraft.

Is Minecraft cross-platform?

If you're curious if you can play one of the world's most popular games online with friends on another platform, we've got the answer for you right here.
Samsung Galaxy S22 held in hand.

Your Galaxy S22 is about to get an important security update

If you own a Samsung Galaxy S22, be on the lookout for an important security update. The update should be arriving for U.S. users soon.
Honor Magic V Flip cover display.

The Motorola Razr just got some tough competition

Honor just released its very first folding flip phone in China with the Magic V Flip.
A photo of many Android figurines on a white wall.

It’s the end of an era for Android

The Android world is changing. Dave Burke, one of the most prominent leaders on the Android team, is leaving.

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