Your device's battery loses capacity over time. It can happen to any smartphone, whether you use a high-end or one of the best phones for battery life. The health of your battery can indicate whether ...

In late July, Android Authority reported that Google was working on a new “Calling Cards” feature for its Contacts app. Yesterday, it began rolling out widely for everyone to use. When you receive a ...

People have different opinions about how long a phone should last, but in the US, people replace their handsets every two to three years. However, that doesn't mean this upgrade cycle works for ...

The easiest choice is not always the safest one when it comes to the browser you use on your Android phone. Most people stick with whatever came preloaded, rarely questioning it. If you've never ...

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Apple's latest smartphones still only claim to have batteries good for 1,000 charging cycles, while Samsung reports hitting 2 ...

Android is known for its flexibility and customization options. You can install the latest Android preview versions to try out new features before they’re ...

You know that little GPS icon that pops up when an app is using your location? That’s the polite part. The tip of the iceberg. The warm handshake before your phone whispers your every movement to Big ...

If you have a smartphone and spend any time on the internet, it's likely that at least some of your personal data has been collected, shared, and sold at some point. Many apps you use every day are ...

Coders have a storied tradition of creating back doors in programs (or sometimes just fun little Easter eggs) that can only be accessed with a special "key." This has happened for almost as long as ...