Android Intelligence
By JR Raphael
How Apple (yes, Apple!) could revive Android's missed opportunity
Android widgets seemed to be on the brink of extinction — but in a crazy twist, Apple's late adoption of the concept could end up bringing them back to life.
Why 5G phones aren't a smart investment in the future (yet)
Should you spring for a 5G phone today based on the possibility of what it might do for you tomorrow? Yeah — about that...
A phenomenal Android privacy feature you probably forget to use
This underappreciated Android gem can protect your privacy and make your phone significantly more secure, but it's up to you to dust it off and use it.
The Pixel purchasing puzzle of 2020
Pixel 5? 4a? 4a (5G)?! Gesundheit! Time for some straight talk about Google's perplexing new Pixel lineup and how to figure out which phone is right for you.
How to add practically anything into the Android 11 power menu
A standout Android feature can be made even more valuable — if you know the secret to unlocking its full potential.
The million-dollar Android-Chrome-OS question
The answer to Google's eternal Android struggle might be right in front of its face — if it reaches out to embrace it.
An indispensable note-taking tool for Chrome
Give your browser a work-enhancing upgrade with this exceptional off-the-beaten-path add-on.
The beauty and the shame of Google's Pixel 5 gamble
Google's latest Pixel pivot could be a revelation — but the shift to a more value-minded flagship phone doesn't come without a cost.
How to fix Android's Smart Lock Trusted Places feature
A 60-second workaround to make Android's location-based Smart Lock start working again.
10 hidden tricks for making the most of Android gestures
Get around your phone faster than ever with these easy-to-miss advanced shortcuts for Android's current gesture system.
Android 11's biggest letdown
One of Google's most promising Android advancements in ages isn't all it was originally cracked up to be.
Google's Chrome OS pivot matters more than you think
A colossal change is on the way for Chromebooks — and if you're only seeing what's on the surface, you're missing what's most important.
Miss Inbox? Gmail has hidden remnants of its sorting superpowers
Whether you adored Google's old Inbox app or not, these advanced sorting functions left over from the service are well worth uncovering — and putting to use.
How to get Android 11's best features on any phone today
Bring Android 11's most practical touches onto any phone this minute with these crafty and easily implemented workarounds.
7 smart adjustments to make Android 11 more efficient
Google's Android 11 update is rolling out right now, but not everything about the software is fully optimized out of the box.
The Chromebook's new secret weapon
Chrome OS is getting a super-Googley new superpower — and if we're lucky, Android might soon follow suit.
5 fantastic Android 10 features you probably forget to use
While you're waiting for Android 11, reintroduce yourself to these helpful but easily overlooked Android 10 gems.
12 ways Google Lens can make you more productive on Android
Google Lens can turn you into a mobile-tech magician, but it's up to you to find it — and figure out how to put it to use.
Android and the art of awkward timing
"Hello! Here's an interesting new feature you'd almost certainly like to use. There's just one thing..."
A super-handy new Calendar scheduling feature for Gmail
This clever new setup lets you connect Google Calendar to Gmail and then schedule meetings right from your inbox — without any hassle.
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