Software News, Reviews & Buying Advice
SEE SOFTWARE STORIES BY CATEGORY
News
Watch out for the Android Trojan that's bypassed Google Play Protect
A new type of Trojan is targeting Android users and stealing banking data. Here’s what you need to know and how to protect your phone
Feature
This Android app could be why you're always charging your phone
Struggling with excessive battery drain? An app you'll find on almost every Android phone could be the culprit
News
Has the Pulse app appeared on your Android? Here's what it is
Google installed a new Android app on millions of phones. You can't opt out. You can't access its data. Here’s why
Feature
When is the next Google Pixel Drop update coming out?
Curious to know when the next Pixel Drop might appear and what Google intends to include with the update? We've got you covered
News Analysis
Google's new travel feature catches Pixel up to iPhone
Motion Assist anti-sickness feature now starting to appear on Google Pixel phones running Android 17
News
PSA: Android apps may soon shut down if they use too much RAM
If you have memory-intensive apps on an Android phone, take note. Google is limiting RAM used by apps and may force close-them if they use too much
Feature
I switched off these 5 Android settings and never looked back
What information are you sharing without realising? Check these Android settings to make sure your phone is locked down
News
Pixel 11 is out – but existing models will get big upgrades
You may be tempted to buy a new Pixel 11 phone, but hold off until you see the new features coming to older models
News
Android 17 customisation upgrades coming to Pixel phones
The latest Android 17 beta includes a major reimagining of the Quick Settings panel. And it looks set to debut on Pixel phones
Feature
How to choose a scam-safe WhatsApp username
Chosen the wrong WhatsApp username? You can change it. Here's how to pick a name that keeps your identity safe
News
Google confirms dedicated Googlebook launch event
Instead of getting overshadowed at a huge tech show in Berlin, Google will unveil its Googlebook Android laptop strategy in New York City
News
Yet more upgrades are coming to Pixel phones
Handy software features tipped for future Pixel Drop, upgrading older Pixel devices for nothing
Feature
Beyond Pixel 11: Why a Googlebook launch event is likely
Google’s August event may have delivered the Pixel 11, but I don't think its huge new laptop category is going to get buried in Berlin
News Analysis
The Pixel Watch 5 is doing a Pixel 10a (that's bad)
With meaningful changes made by its competitors like Samsung, this was the one year when Google really shouldn't have rested on its laurels
How-To
Spot AI phone scams right away with these tips
Voice cloning and live deepfakes make scam calls more dangerous. The three-finger trick and clever counter-questions can help you identify AI con artists
News
Major Samsung Galaxy app is getting a huge free upgrade
One UI 9.0 will bring an overhaul to Samsung's SmartThings app giving it a new lease of life
News
Pixel Glow is actually HiLight and only does two things
The Pixel 11 Pro's fancy new feature might not be so fancy after all, plus gets a boring name to boot
News
Samsung’s July update is breaking Galaxy phones
Some Samsung Galaxy smartphones have been experiencing problems with the latest security patch, including battery drain and overheating
News
Google's "fixed" Pixel 9 & 10 battery bug is still broken for some people
Google claims its July update has patched one of Pixel phones' longest-running issues. Plenty of users aren't so sure
News
