Google has confirmed that Android 17 Beta 1 is coming soon, officially kicking off the next Android beta cycle. The update follows the release of the final Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2.1 patch and signals ...

For the past seven years, I have tracked consumer tech through constant shifts in hardware, platforms, and the way people actually use devices. Covering everything from budget gear to flagship ...

Android 17 Beta 1 to launch soon, focusing on bug fixes and performance upgrades Beta rollout expected first for eligible Google Pixel devices New UI may add blur effects, split quick settings, and ...

So far, Google’s At a Glance widget for Pixel phones hasn’t isolated its text from your phone’s background. Last year, we saw Google begin work on a new high-contrast mode that helps text stand out.

Google Calendar is a core part of the Android productivity package — but if all you’re using is what you see on the app’s surface, you’re missing out on some pretty powerful possibilities. Yes, oh yes ...

Slate’s archives are full of fascinating stories. We’re republishing this article because it remains a reader favorite. It was originally published April 12, 2017. In 2022, the author of this piece, ...