Android secures your device by asking you for a PIN, pattern, or full password. What happens if you forget the security method you set up? If you're lucky, you can get back in easily—but that may not ...

The Android OS is highly customizable, but that means that a lot of its default settings won't be a good fit for the way that ...

Dropping your phone is almost a rite of passage. One slip from your pocket, and suddenly you’re staring at a spiderweb of cracks—or worse, a completely black ...

The August and September 2025 OxygenOS 15 build versions .850 and .860 (respectively) for the OnePlus 11, OnePlus 12, and OnePlus 13 series were supposed to ...

Most modern Android phones can be rebooted via a menu in the Quick Settings pull-down. If not, a power and volume button ...

Good Lock is one of the most powerful and often-overlooked tools for anyone who owns a Samsung phone. While One UI is feature ...

One of the best features you’ll find on locks that support Apple Home Keys is the ability to open the lock simply by tapping your iPhone or Apple Watch against it. Owners of the Ultraloq Bolt NFC have ...

The ULTRALOQ Bolt NFC smart lock now offers seamless tap-to-unlock for Android users, mirroring the convenience of Apple Home Key, via a free software update. The upgrade makes the lock a universal ...

Google's toughest security tools are behind a single toggle. Switch it on to protect yourself from theft, scams, spam, and more.

An unlocked phone is the key to getting service from an alternative carrier. Here's how to check if a phone is unlocked.

Auracast support rolls out to more smartphones and headphones. You can share your phone's audio with one or many friends. Your phone and headphones must support Auracast to access the feature. If ...

Rahul Naskar has years of experience writing news and features related to consumer technology. He previously worked at leading tech publications, such as Neowin, MakeUseOf, and MSPowerUser. Beyond his ...