Stario Launcher is among the most promising Android launchers I've used, but Google's incoming app and developer policies ...

Specs are part of the story with any phone, but software matters more for real-world use — and Pixels handle that side of the equation better than most.

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Apple released its first iPhone back in 2007, and the device quickly — and completely — changed the mobile phone industry. As evidence of this ...

At this year’s Google I/O developer conference, the company announced some important updates relating to Android in cars. This affects those who use Android Auto to project their phone to their in-car ...

The audio-only frames pair with Android and iOS so a Gemini agent can run errands on your phone while you stay heads-up. By Stan Horaczek Published May 19, 2026 5:37 PM EDT Add Popular Science (opens ...

Google kicks off developer conference season with Google I/O 2026 on Tuesday, May 19. You can watch the keynote livestream starting at 10:00 a.m. PT or tune into the Mashable and CNET live viewing ...

Google released Android 17 QPR1 Beta 3 for supported Pixel smartphones during I/O 2026, delivering an update that resolves critical system bugs. The software patch eliminates audio crackling during ...

Google has revealed a major update for Android Auto that brings several new features, including YouTube support, Gemini AI integration, immersive 3D navigation and a redesigned interface. The update ...

For enhancing the connected experience for users, Google has introduced some exciting new features. These align with Google’s consistent focus to make vehicular journeys safe, interactive and ...

Google says 2026 is going to be one of the biggest years for Android. However, that sentiment isn't restricted to just its mobile OS because today during the Android Show: I/O Edition, the company ...

The phone projection system will now completely fill unconventionally shaped screens, in addition to a variety of other improvements. It’s the biggest update in its 10-year history, says VP for ...

The Google I/O annual developer conference is around the corner—May 19—but in what is quickly becoming a tradition, Google announced new features for Android and Gemini a week early. The news came on ...