I built a shortcut-only home screen and reduced my screen time without trying

Widgets are overrated ...
Android Authority

Android 17 Beta 1 finally lets you remove the At a Glance widget on your home screen

After testing it in Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1, Android 17 Beta 1 now appears to let all users remove the At a Glance home screen widget. You’ll still see At a Glance on the lock screen, and you gain more ...
talkandroid.com

A green dot just appeared on your screen—here’s what it really means

Editorial Note: Talk Android may contain affiliate links on some articles. If you make a purchase through these links, we will earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Learn more. Ever glimpse a ...
ZDNet

6 Android launchers that are better than your default home screen (and most are free)

I wore the world's first HDR10 smart glasses TCL's new E Ink tablet beats the Remarkable and Kindle Anker's new charger is one of the most unique I've ever seen Best laptop cooling pads Best flip ...
Android Police

I replaced my phone's home screen with Quick Settings, and my focus skyrocketed

Anu is a Features author at Android Police. You'll find her writing in-depth pieces about automation tools, productivity apps, and explainers. Before joining AP, she used to write for prominent tech ...
Android Authority

Gemini’s split-screen upgrade is here, and it's not just for tablets anymore

Google is enabling Gemini’s side-by-side multitasking feature on regular smartphones, not just tablets or foldables. You get a new “Share screen and app content” button inside Gemini, and once ...
ZDNet

How to clear your Android phone cache - and easily remove junk files

I wore the world's first HDR10 smart glasses TCL's new E Ink tablet beats the Remarkable and Kindle Anker's new charger is one of the most unique I've ever seen Best laptop cooling pads Best flip ...
Macworld

Apple’s 2026 Mac Studio M5: Everything we know so far

Macworld reports that Apple’s next Mac Studio is expected to launch between March and June 2026, featuring M5 Max and M5 Ultra chips with separate CPU and GPU blocks for enhanced customization. The ...