5 Motorola software features I wish were on every Android phone
…It’s justified — Motorola’s update practices are nothing short of terrible, and they deserve to be called out. Ignore updates, though, and Motorola’s Hello UI is one of my favorite…
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Swiff wants to be your one-stop shop for old-school web games
…The update includes plenty of smaller features, quality-of-life changes, and bug fixes, including customizable on-screen controls, better storage management, an ad-blocking option, and more. Find out everything else…
Android's new Quick Settings editor has another trick: A customizable QQS layout
…A customizable QQS layout A handy tweak for anyone who frequently controls music or podcasts from the notification shade. By • Aug 6, 2026 — 9:57 PM ET • • Joe Maring / Android Authority Follow…
Google starts informing Android users about a major backup storage change
…At the time, the company had quietly begun rolling out the change alongside new backup controls. Now, Google is officially notifying users via email, confirming both the policy update and what it…
The new Steam Controller is hiding maybe the best controller-based Easter egg of all time
…Steam Controller Steam Controller MSRP: $99.00 Valve is finally updating its 2015 Steam Controller with a new layout that mirrors the familiar button configuration of the Steam Deck. It supports Steam…
Samsung's next major update: Leaked build shows new widgets and 'Tap to Share' feature
…Mobile Samsung's next major update: Leaked build shows new widgets and 'Tap to Share' feature Leaked One UI 9 test builds include AirDrop-like sharing tool and new Bixby home screen…
Google creates confusion with a "new" Wear OS 6.1 update (Update: Mystery solved)
…Wearables and health Google creates confusion with a "new" Wear OS 6.1 update (Update: Mystery solved) Developer documentation lists features for a "new" update that actually launched late last year. By…
The best tool for mirroring Android phones to PC now makes apps feel like desktop software
…The update also adds live hardware camera controls and a clearer “disconnected” alert. Scrcpy (short for “screen copy”) is one of the best ways to control your Android phone from your PC…
Android 17 introduces a new Foldable Gaming Mode, but there's a massive catch
…Bluetooth controllers. Google says it has also reduced frame drops and stutters by making memory cleanup more efficient for high-definition gaming. In all, Android 17 is an exciting update for gamers…
Hey Android, I need reverse parental controls for my mom and dad
…Mobile Hey Android, I need reverse parental controls for my mom and dad Why are parental controls limited to kids when older parents need a lot of help managing their phones too…