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Android 17's first big update is testing Pixel owners' patience
A new survey has found widespread issues related to the QPR1 update, with more than two-thirds of respondents affected
Deal
Deal: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra discounted by £380
Amazon is now offering 30% off the flagship Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra. It's been updated this year with the brilliant Privacy Display feature
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Major Google Photos bug will be fixed "ASAP" – here's how to bypass it
Having editing issues in Google Photos? You're not alone – but the end is in sight
Opinion
Pixel 11's 'Call for Me' sounds amazing… until you get blocked
Not having to make annoying "routine phone calls" sounds like my dream. But outsourcing it to Gemini would be more like a nightmare
Feature
Googlebooks bringing 5 game-changing features to Android users
Google's brand-new laptop line is a natural extension of the Android ecosystem, offering functionality that Windows devices could only dream of
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Every Googlebook price, release date & key specs
Compare Googlebook laptops from Dell, Acer, Asus, HP and Lenovo, see how much they cost and where you can buy them
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Android phones are getting Adobe Premiere free
After being available only on iPhones, Adobe’s video editor has finally made its way to Android. Best of all, Premiere is free to use
News
Android users to get a new way to unlock their phone
If you forget your PIN and lock yourself out of your phone, Google is creating another way to get in – even if you've used all your PIN attempts
News
Android 17: These Samsung Galaxy phones are eligible for the One UI 9 upgrade
Some Samsung users can now get the final, stable version of One UI 9 (Android 17). Find out which devices are included and how to download it
Updated
Samsung's Galaxy S25 Android 17 update delayed – but still close
Samsung may have pushed back the launch for the release of One UI 9 to the Samsung Galaxy S25 series. But it's still expected soon
How-To
Android storage full? Check these 3 space hogs
If your Android phone is running out of space, there are three areas you can target for a quick clear-out. Here's where to look
Opinion
Googlebooks could give Android an ecosystem of its own
Android has never had a laptop that could seamlessly integrate with your phone. The Googlebook range could be about to change that
News
Android users are getting important Google system updates
The latest system updates for Android bring improvements and bug fixes for features including account management, location sharing and Wallet. Download it now
Best Picks
The best Android tablets for budget, gaming, productivity and more
Deciding which Android tablet is best for you can be a difficult task. To help, we've reviewed and ranked our top picks at a range of different budgets
News
Pixel phones just got another exclusive update
VIPs, Harry Potter themes and more land in the latest update for Pixel phones, along with the Android 17 QPR1 rollout
Feature
When is the next Google Pixel Drop update coming out?
Curious to know when the next Pixel Drop might appear and what Google might include with the update? We've got you covered
News Analysis
iPhone’s best travel feature finally arrives on Galaxy and Pixel phones
Google's new Motion Assist feature is rolling out to Pixel and Galaxy devices running Android 17 – two years after the iPhone equivalent
Feature
Always charging your phone? This Android app could be the culprit
You might just need to restrict some app permissions to get a new lease of life for your phone's battery
News
PSA: This Android malware uses your phone to take covert photos
A new type of malware is currently attacking Android devices. It encrypts phones, steals data and secretly takes photos. But you can protect yourself
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