Android 16 started rolling out to Pixel phones on June 10. The update brings some meaningful new features, like support for new Live Updates notifications that can better keep you aware of ongoing ...

Google Pixel phones support app icon theming in beta, and it can give your Android lock screen a consistent look. Here's how to use it.

How to use and customize Quick Settings on your Android phone Your email has been sent The Quick Settings feature provides a fast way to access key settings on your phone. Searching for specific ...

While many of the upcoming changes in Android 16 feel somewhat superficial, with little practical significance, there are some small tweaks that I think will make a big difference to the way I ...

Besides a slew of bug fixes, Android 16 QPR1 Beta 3.1 makes one change to the Location Quick Settings Tile. In Android 16 (and earlier versions of the OS), Quick Settings used a pin icon for the ...

Google is reportedly working on a big change to Android 16’s notifications panel. The notification shade that the OS has used for years was introduced in Android 12, so it may be time to refresh it.

Conor has been staunchly in favor of Android since graduating to a smartphone from his hot pink Motorola RAZR. In fact, he'll gladly ruin a friendly dinner in service of lambasting Apple devices to ...

Google is expected to launch a major update to Quick Settings in Android 16, and one of those new updates may include the ability to resize individual tiles. Quick Settings are a crucial aspect of how ...

The Quick Settings panel on Android is an underrated powerhouse, often forgotten by most Android users. While a lot is said about the iPhone’s Control Center, if you're willing to put in some work, ...

Taylor worked with AP from 2018 to 2025, most recently as Google Editor. Android 16 started rolling out to Pixel phones on June 10. The update brings some meaningful new features, like support for new ...