Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 takes a big leap forward

It hasn't been that long since the last beta of Android 16 QPR3, but Google is starting out the year strong, delivering a new ...
XDA Developers on MSN

Calibre-Web is like Jellyfin for ebooks, and it turned my unorganized collection into a personal library

Considering that I’ve hastily thrown most of the scanned books and ebooks into a single folder, calling my library a disorganized mess would be an understatement. Worse still, I’ve even got a couple ...
Digital Trends

Android’s new Emergency Live Video feature helps responders see exactly what you’re facing

Android already offers a host of features to help you in an emergency. From a nifty gesture that lets you quickly call emergency services to more advanced tools like Car Crash Detection, Emergency ...
Android Authority

Emulating PC games on Android is easier than ever, and you can thank Valve

Steam’s maker, Valve, has been playing a huge role in Windows emulation on Android. Valve has funded projects such as Fex emulator and Proton, which allow Windows games to run on Android more easily.
9to5google

Android 16 QPR2 rolling out with December 2025 security update

With the December 2025 security patch, Google is rolling out the stable Android 16 QPR2 update for the Pixel 6, 6 Pro, 6a, 7, 7 Pro, 7a, Tablet, Fold, 8, 8 Pro, 8a, 9, 9 Pro, 9 Pro XL, 9 Pro Fold, ...
The Verge

Android 16’s latest update ushers in a more frequent release schedule

Switching up the release schedule could bring new features to third-party Android phones much faster. Switching up the release schedule could bring new features to third-party Android phones much ...
Ars Technica

Google announces second Android 16 release of 2025 is heading to Pixels

Google is following through on its pledge to split Android versions into more frequent updates. We already had one Android 16 release this year, and now it’s time for the second. The new version is ...
9to5google

Valve is bringing Android game support to Steam alongside new hardware

Alongside a new console-like PC, VR headset, and controller, Valve is bringing support for Android games natively to Steam, and it could make for an exciting addition to the PC gaming storefront.
Forbes

Google ‘Forces’ Android Update—This Changes All 3 Billion Phones

“Google does not own your phone,” Android users are warned, as a controversial new update suddenly becomes real. “You own your phone. You have the right to decide who to trust.” That may be true. But ...
GitHub

Variables in Kotlin: Android Basics with Compose

(https://developer.android.com/codelabs/basic-android-kotlin-compose-variables?hl=es-419&continue=https%3A%2F%2Fdeveloper.android.com%2Fcourses%2Fpathways%2Fandroid ...
Forbes

‘That’s It’—Google Says Android Sideloading ‘Not Going Anywhere’

Android is now “more like iPhone.” That should not be a surprise. It has been coming for some time, and Android 15 and Android 16 put security and privacy front and center. Just like iPhone. But it’s ...