Google is experimenting with transparent notifications in Android 16. Notifications will appear transparent only when shown on the lock screen and on top of other apps. It’s unlikely that Google will ...

Android 15 introduced a soft requirement for apps to use edge-to-edge display, but allowed developers to opt out. Android 16 removes this opt-out, mandating full-screen display for apps targeting the ...

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Background removal is an elusive business. It’s hard to find tools that offer background removal, let alone good ones, and it’s much harder to find any that offer it as a free feature. There are a ...

As a full-time Android user who keeps an iPad Mini and an old iPhone 13 Pro Max on my desk to check out the supposedly greener grass, I am very happy with my digital allegiances. And when Apple rolled ...

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Switching from an iPhone to an Android device can be an exciting upgrade, but the process of transferring your data can quickly become complicated. Many users face challenges when attempting to ...

Google Photos originally received the ‘Undo device backup’ functionality for iOS devices in December last year. However, it took quite some time to reach the app for Android phones and tablets. The ...

The best apps to edit photos on your phone in 2025, from Adobe Lightroom to Google Photos. Get the tools to make your pictures pop. In this day and age, being able to snap eye-catching photos isn’t a ...

After previewing last month, the Google Photos app/Extension/integration is now rolling out to the Gemini app on Android. This Google Photos app, or Extension, has ...

With more users choosing to switch to Android devices, one of the biggest concerns is transferring personal data smoothly. Whether you're upgrading to a new phone or exploring Android for the first ...