Are you tired of notifications and random alerts from bloatware apps on your Android phone? Several entry-level and mid-range Android phones can come with third-party apps that are not necessary for ...

When first getting a new device, it's often tempting to install a bunch of random apps just because you can. Even if you're not going to use all of those apps, just being able to stick a bunch of ...

Your smartphone holds your entire life, making it a prime target for hackers and spies. Here's how to protect it.

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Mike Sorrentino is a Senior Editor for Mobile, covering phones, texting apps and smartwatches -- obsessing about how we can make the most of them. Mike also keeps an eye out on the movie and toy ...

If you're not careful, your Android just might be spying on you. Over the past 12 months, more and more hackers have turned to spyware to try and steal user data, snooping on users' messages, photos, ...

Zach was an Author at Android Police from January 2022 to June 2025. He specialized in Chromebooks, Android smartphones, Android apps, smart home devices, and Android services. Zach loves unique and ...

Android Auto brings convenience to your car's navigation screen thanks to its familiar interface and innovative apps. It ...

How to: Go to Settings > Display on your Android phone. There, you'll find the option to switch between a light and dark theme and to have dark mode turn on automatically at a certain time of day. I ...