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There are plenty of third-party file managers on Android but not all of them are great. The built-in file managers are great but if you want a more feature-rich app, Files by Google, Astro File Manager, and Total Commander are some of the best file managers you can download on Android.
Podcasts can be heard without much effort and require significantly less data and if you're on Android, you'll be spoiled by the choice of podcast apps because there are plenty of them. Some of the best podcast apps you can use on Android are Spotify, YouTube Music, Pocket Casts, Podcast Republic, Podcast Addict, and CastBox.
In the upcoming Android 16, Google could introduce resizable toggles and a separate page for notifications, similar to iOS. The quick settings panel will be able to fit more toggles, up to 16, with resizable tiles. The final version of the QS panel in Android 16 is subject to change, as Google has previously removed features in beta versions.
For the Tensor G5, Google is moving to TSMC's 3nm (N3E) process node. However, it still packs the older Cortex-X4 core. For GPU, Google has picked Imagination Technologies's 2-core GPU.
Many smartphone manufacturers have already announced their upcoming devices with the 8 Elite platform. OnePlus, Samsung, iQOO, Realme, Xiaomi, HONOR, ASUS, and REDMAGIC are all launching a device with 8 Elite SoC in a few months. Some of the popular phones include the OnePlus 13, Galaxy S25 series, iQOO 13, and Realme GT 7 Pro.
Snapdragon 8 Elite vs Dimensity 9400: MediaTek Outshines Qualcomm in One Way
Sagnik Das Gupta
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The Snapdragon 8 Elite does better than Dimensity 9400 in CPU performance. However, in graphics tests, the Dimensity 9400 narrowly beats the Snapdragon 8 Elite.
Qualcomm's flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset brings the second-gen Oryon CPU. It delivers powerful multi-core performance, however, in single-core tasks, Apple still takes the lead. The Adreno 830 GPU is very performant and outpaces the 6-core A18 Pro GPU.
Snapdragon 8 Elite Brings Apple-like Precision to Android Location Tracking
Anshuman Jain
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The Snapdragon 8 Elite Processor will include an Ultra Wide Band (UWB) chip as part of the Fastconnect 7900 connectivity suite. This integration could increase UWB chip adoption in Android smartphones, currently lacking in most models. The UWB chip, known for accurate location tracking, could improve finding lost or stolen devices.
Snapdragon 8 Elite Makes 8 Years of Android Updates a Reality; Can Qualcomm Deliver Though?
Anshuman Jain
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Qualcomm's new Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset promises up to 8 years of Android updates, a significant increase from the current 4-year limit. This change is expected to enable device manufacturers to offer longer software support for their products. While it's not guaranteed that all brands will provide extended support, this move by Qualcomm could lead to longer-lasting Android smartphones.
Qualcomm has released its most powerful smartphone chipset yet with the 2nd-gen Oryon CPU cores. The Snapdragon 8 Elite delivers a massive 40% faster CPU performance. And the new Adreno 830 GPU promises 40% performance improvement. Overall, the new chipset is 27% more power-efficient.
Google Chrome for Android Just Stole a Cool Feature from Safari
Abubakar Mohammed
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Google is rolling out a server-side update to Chrome 130 users that now enables the Listen to this page feature to work even if you switch to other apps or turn your phone's screen off. It's similar to Safari's Listen to Page feature, which has had background playback capabilities since its inception.
This article contains all the new features, improvements and other changes that Android 15 has brought to the table . Some of the key features that are new to Android include Private Space, App Pairs, Audio Sharing, and more.
Android 15 update brings a new app archiving feature on the system level. This feature allows users to archive apps they don't use often, saving space and preserving their data, just like iOS's Offload App feature. App archiving is not new, the feature already available from the Google Play Store.
Android 15 is finally out and it brings many small improvements and features that make it a pretty significant release. Some of the new features include App Pairs, Private Space, Notification Cooldown, Partial Screen Recording, and lots of security and UI enhancements and features.
The US DOJ has submitted a proposed framework of remedies to the court in order to end Google's monopoly in the search engine market. The Justice Department seeks to split Android and Chrome, among other things. Google calls the proposed sanction "radical" and says it may hurt end consumers.
Here’s How to Access Android Phone Storage Directly in Windows 11 File Explorer
Arjun Sha
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You can now access your Android phone's storage directly in Windows 11 File Explorer. You just have to set up Phone Link and enable "Show mobile device in File Explorer" in Windows Settings. You can access all the directories and copy files even when your phone is locked.
In this article we have discussed different ways of how you can reboot your Android smartphone or tablet. The first method involves the traditional way of pressing down the Power + Volume Up button, then you can bring down Android quick settings and using the Power menu, restart the device. You can also long press on the Restart option to boot your phone into safe mode.
Google Boosts Android Security in India with Enhanced Fraud Protection
Anshuman Jain
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Google is introducing an Enhanced Fraud Protection feature for Android users in India, following a successful 6-month trial in Singapore. This feature will block the installation of apps that attempt to capture sensitive information, aiming to prevent financial scams. It's part of Google's Digi Kavach program and will work with the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre.
Android 16, codenamed "Baklava" breaks Google's more than a decade long desert-naming tradition. This change is due to Google's trunk stable project, which started with Android 14 QPR 2 and used 'A' as the first build ID. This new naming scheme may indicate a shift in Android's development direction. The official version will still be denoted by a number.
Google's Phone app is reportedly testing a redesign, taking inspiration from iOS' call screen interface. The new layout features two buttons for accepting or declining calls, with the decline button on the left and accept on the right, similar to iOS.
The process of retrieving deleted messages may differ from platform to platform. While most platforms do not have a means to recover deleted messages, you can restore them from backups or from Archived messages and Trash.
According to a report, Google could release the stable version of Android 15 next month, on October 15. Compared to previous release, this is a bit late, but because Google reportedly wants to ensure there are few to no bugs on day one. The update should hit Pixel 6 and newer models followed by devices from other manufacturers.
Android Will Soon Let You Sync Notifications Across Multiple Phones
Abubakar Mohammed
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Google may soon add a Sync Notifications feature to Cross-platform services which will allow notifications to sync across two or more Android devices. The option will appear in the Notification settings and Cross-device services in Google Play Services.
Android will soon get a feature similar to the Apple Stolen Device Protection, further improving the security of your apps. Once the new protection feature rolls out, Android will ask for your fingerprint before accessing important data like credit card info and passwords.
The latest Android 15 QPR 1 Beta 2 introduces desktop window support for Android devices, allowing apps to run in free-form window mode, which can be resized and moved around the screen. This feature, available in the Developer Options, is particularly beneficial for tablets and foldable devices, enabling multitasking and better use of large screen real estate.
Google Could Soon Block Sideloaded Apps; Dealing a Blow to Android’s Freedom
Abubakar Mohammed
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Google is blocking sideloading via Play Integrity API. When you sideload an app that's using this Play Integrity feature, trying to launch the app will display a "Get this app from Play" screen with a Get app button that takes you to the App page on the Google Play Store
Android 15 Has A New Trick Up Its Sleeve That Thieves Won’t Like
Abubakar Mohammed
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Google has improved Android's Factory Reset Protection in Android 15. Thieves can no longer bypass the setup process and can't make the device run normally without first signing in via the original Google account that existed before the factory reset, essentially rendering the phone a paperweight.
This App Brings iOS 18’s AI Notification Summary Feature to Android Phones
Abubakar Mohammed
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Apple's upcoming iOS 18 has an AI notification summary feature that, well, sums up your pending notifications. The same feature is now available on Android via the Sum Up app, and it's extremely easy to set up on any Android device. All you need is a Gemini API key, which you can get for free, and then set up the app by granting permissions.
If you still prefer listening to music offline and are searching for the best music players on Android, we've got you covered. PowerAmp, Salt, and FiiO are great for audiophiles, whereas Namida, Frolomuse, Eon, Musicolet, and Retro music players are excellent for those who want a minimal music player.
We ran several tests to evaluate the performance difference between Tensor G4 and A17 Pro. Put simply, A17 Pro has a much more powerful CPU, GPU, and NPU. Google's Tensor G4 doesn't come close to Apple's flagship A17 Pro chipset.
In comparison to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, the Tensor G4 has a weak CPU, GPU, and NPU. In our tests, the Tensor G4 performed poorly on Geekbench, AnTuTu, and 3DMark tests. You can check out the full benchmark numbers from our detailed article.
The Pixel 9 series is expected to receive up to seven years of updates. However, the recent release of the Pixel 9 with a year-old Android version has sparked debate about its update schedule. The devices should get Android 21, but whether they'll receive Android 22 depends on Google's release schedule.
Google has launched its Pixel 9 series with the Tensor G4 chipset, but its performance is not desirable. The CPU underperforms on the Geekbench test, and on AnTuTu, it can't even beat Qualcomm's mid-range processor, the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3. It packs the older GPU which is still weak despite a slight boost in clock speed. Overall, the Tensor G4, at the chipset level, is highly restrained from realizing its peak performance.
I Replaced My Pixel 6 Battery Myself, And It Wasn’t as Hard as I Thought
Abubakar Mohammed
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I woke up seeing my Pixel 6 battery become a spicy pillow, so I went on a hunt for a replacement battery. I found a spare unit after lots of effort, and the overall replacement process was surprisingly easy. The phone now feels snappier and lasts longer, and not to mention, I saved it from the landfills and contributed to the environment.
Emails have replaced Fax but the technology is not completely out of the picture. Many offices still use Fax machines and if you want to send fax using your Android phone, you can do so using apps like Fax App, iFax, Simple Fax, Snap Fax and Tiny Fax.
Qualcomm has released another mid-tier chipset, the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3, and it ranks below the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3. It packs eight CPU cores, a new Adreno GPU that claims to deliver 40% better performance, and an upgraded NPU. The chipset is built on TSMC's 4nm process node.
Phone Link Brings Quick File Transfer Between Windows 11 and Android; Here’s How It Works
Arjun Sha
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Phone Link has gained the ability to transfer files between Windows PCs and Android devices. And it's much more hassle-free than Google's Quick Share tool. You can simply click on "Share" in the Windows context menu and choose "Phone Link" to transfer a file. Make sure you have installed and set up the Link to Windows app on your Android phone.
In the recent, Made By Google event, the company released the Pixel 9 series but typically they also talk about the new version of Android however this time, all the centre stage was taken by AI. Even the new phones came out running an year old version of Android which begs the question, why the company is moving in this directions and what it holds for the future of Android.
In order to mirror your Android phone's screen to a TV, the TV needs to feature in-built Chromecast, or you need to get an external Chromecast. Then, from your Android phone's quick access panel, tap on Screencast, give it the necessary permissions if you haven't already and select your TV from here to mirror onto it. You can also use the Google Home app to find and mirror your Android device to your TV.
Custom ROMs. What used to be the pinnacle of Android modding has been reduced to a few projects with dying enthusiasm in the Android community. There are two sides to the declining popularity of custom ROMs — the user side and the manufacturer side, which is further heightened by software and hardware reaching a saturation point. Are custom ROMs a dying breed or here to stay? Read more to find out.
There's no shortage of good video editing apps on Android and it's just a matter of which works the best for your needs. There are video editing apps for beginners like VN, Vita, and Splice, whereas there are apps for advanced users like PowerDirector and KineMaster. You cannot go wrong with any of them.
iOS 18 has a new accessibility feature called Vehicle Motion Cues, which, as the name suggests, tries easing motion sickness of users. If you're using an Android phone, however, there's an app called KineStop that helps you with the same. The app has been present on the Play Store since 2018 and is completely free with built-in themes for customization.