Why there's a briefcase symbol on your Android phone's screen (and how to turn it off)

If a briefcase icon shows up in your status bar or app drawer on Android, it means your phone is quietly running two separate ...

How to run Linux GUI apps on Android (when it actually works)

After all, the Android kernel is based on the Linux kernel, and Google already gave us Linux terminal support for ...

5 Android Phone Apps You Can Safely Uninstall

Most Android phones ship with preinstalled apps nobody asked for, and several categories of them can be removed without ...

I turned my old Android phone into an iPod Classic for $5, and I couldn't be happier

NostalgicPod promises to turn your Android phone into a modern-day iPod. I tried it out for myself, and I absolutely love it.
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I transformed my Android phone after finding a file manager that saves me time

Jon Gilbert is a Features Writer for Android Police. I've covered Android since 2021, focusing on writing features and guides about Android apps and features that directly affect users. I've attended ...

7 hidden Pixel 10 features you should turn on right away (and one to avoid entirely)

The Pixel 10 features you shouldn't ignore ...
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Android Home Screen Customization Guide 2026

Android 16, released in early 2026, has fundamentally changed how users approach home screen customization. Google has integrated advanced theming capabilities directly into the operating system, ...