Jon has been an author at Android Police since 2021. He primarily writes features and editorials covering the latest Android news, but occasionally reviews hardware and Android apps. His favorite ...

The best source for Android OS news. Co-host on the Android Faithful podcast. Android 15 DP2 adds user authentication before changing USB modes, enhancing device security against unauthorized access.

After numerous beta releases, the stable version of Android 15 is finally here! The latest update includes new privacy features, improved foldable and tablet features, and so much more. While you can ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Before USB-C entered the scene in 2014, smartphones used mini USB and micro USB, as well as the Lightning Port, exclusive to Apple devices.

This guide will show you how to use a USB drive with your Android Phone. In today’s technology-driven world, data storage remains a crucial aspect of everyday life. While cloud storage has gained ...

Google is adding an optional Android 16 feature to disable USB data access when the phone is locked for enhanced security. This protects against attackers from using USB devices to extract data or ...

In the first week of February, Google published its usual Android Security Bulletin, detailing security flaws that have been plugged to strengthen the platform safety. These flaws are usually declared ...

If you're ever in a place where you need internet in a pinch, or your home network is down, you can actually rely on your Android phone for a temporary connection. USB tethering allows you to connect ...

Running Android on a Raspberry Pi opens up some unexpected ways to extend your smart home. With the proper setup of Waydroid, which allows you to run Android apps on your Raspberry Pi, you can turn ...

One of the security updates baked into Android 14 is a feature that blocks you from installing some older apps built for Android 5.1 or earlier… kind of. If you’ve got a shiny new phone or tablet ...