Android Desktop Mode turns your phone into a PC — just not a good one
…Sign in to your Android Police account The dream of an all-in-one device is a seductive one. We’ve been chasing it since Motorola’s Atrix attempted (and flopped) at…
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Why I'm drawn to the Fitbit Air, a device that goes against everything I thought I loved about technology
Mark Jansen May 26, 2026, 12:15 PM EDT I've been covering Android and other mobile technology for close to ten years now, with a specific interest in phone accessories, e…
The security features on my Android phone are broken, and Apple is already doing them better
…Code discovered by 9to5Mac indicated that it will also use the owner’s Apple Watch, if available, to determine a theft and activate the same features as Stolen Device Protection. Stolen Device…
I want to trust Google's Find Hub to track my gear, but these glaring issues must be fixed first
…Google limits offline location sharing on devices to high-traffic areas as the default aggregation setting, rather than forcing every Android device to constantly contribute. Because of this, Google is prioritizing a…
I ditched Google Wallet for this clever app to organize my digital life
…This limitation forces me to split documents between my Android device's storage and Google Wallet. Even for the approved items, the list of documents in my Google Wallet has become so…
Microsoft's new mobile effort ditches Windows for Android, and it's not a phone
…A device on a desk. A device worn in the field. A device in a hospital, a store, a factory, a school, or a home. Each one becomes a new access point…
Google Home's latest update turns pet monitoring into something personal
…This feature was previously limited to early access users in the US, but is now expanding to all countries where Gemini for Home is available. This includes Austria, Australia, Belgium, Denmark, Finland…
How a deep dive into my Android screen time data forced me to fix my worst digital habit
…Thanks to those early influences, I now own over 15 devices for gaming, ranging from handhelds to consoles. Nowadays, you'll find me studying spreadsheets and assembling data to theorycraft new teams…
I'm always looking for a better charger, and this one from Anker checks all the right boxes
…He also reviewed phones, tablets, PC products, and other devices. In addition, he also created video content for the Neowin YouTube channel. Sign in to your Android Police account I have three…
I was terrified to let Google delete almost 150GB of my videos and photos, but it's the best thing I have ever done
…In his spare time, you can find him tinkering with his Android devices and wearables, seeking ways tech can improve daily life. He also enjoys playing MMORPGs, traveling, or feeding stray cats…