I tried Pixel Desktop Mode — these 8 tips made me an Android PC power user

These quick tips help you master your Google Pixel's new Desktop Mode with the best shortcuts, setup tricks, and workflow improvements.

Android 16 Now Has a Desktop Mode for Your Pixel 8 or Newer

Connect your Pixel 8 or newer to an external monitor over USB-C, and you get a desktop interface to play around with. It's ...

Your Pixel can now double up as a full Android PC with nothing more than a USB-C cable

Landing with the March Pixel Drop, your Google Pixel phone can now become a mini PC thanks to Android's Desktop Mode.

875 Million Android Phones Put At Risk From This 60 Second Hack

One in 4 Android phones potentially affected by a staggering security vulnerability that allowed hackers to access locked and protected handsets in less than 60 seconds.
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Android Phone Crypto Wallets Could Be at Risk Due to MediaTek Exploit: Ledger

A vulnerability in some MediaTek-powered phones could allow attackers to extract encrypted data, including wallet seed phrases, using only a USB connection.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Guide: Best Tips, Tricks, and Hidden Settings

Unlock the full potential of your Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra. From camera shortcuts to battery-saving hacks and more settings.
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Apple starts testing end-to-end RCS encryption on iPhone, but without Android support

Apple’s latest iOS 26.4 beta is now available for iPhone owners, with an added perk for RCS messaging – end-to-end encryption. But, unfortunately, that doesn’t work with Android yet. Within the ...