This gorgeous Android launcher is basically dead — and it’s all Google’s fault

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

Hiding app names on Android 17 unlocked my entire home screen

It fixed a home screen problem I didn't know how to solve ...

I turned my old Android phone into an iPod Classic for $5, and I couldn't be happier

NostalgicPod promises to turn your Android phone into a modern-day iPod. I tried it out for myself, and I absolutely love it.
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I've been replacing my home screen apps with these tools; it's changed how I use my phone

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5 Hidden Android 17 Features You Actually Need to See

Discover the best new additions to Android 17, from split-screen gaming on foldables to customizable dark modes and a hidden ...

4 Ways Your Android Phone Can Connect To A TV

You can unlock some cool hidden features by connecting your phone to your Smart TV. Here are some ways you can connect an ...
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Roku just open-sourced an OS that could finally kill Google TV's ad-filled home screen

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Android 17 QPR1: Google releases Beta 6 with minor new features

Google has released Beta 6 of Android 17 QPR1. The update brings changes to the home screen menu, Health Connect, and more.
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I installed the launcher minimalists swear by, and my Samsung home screen became boring in the best way

I installed one launcher and my app drawer stopped looking like a junk drawer with animations.
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Vivo X300 Ultra Review: A 200MP Camera That Lives Up to the Hype

The Vivo X300 Ultra sits right at the top tier of 2026's camera phones, and very little else this year operates at its level.