How To Make Your Own Custom Android Widgets

Building your own Android widget is easier than you think. Here's a guide to the best apps, setup process, and tips to kick off your first design.

AI billionaire’s advice to teens: Master 'vibe coding' — here’s 5 prompts to get started

AI billionaire Alexandr Wang urges teens to master ‘vibe coding’ for a huge career edge. Here’s why it matters — plus 5 AI ...
Android Authority

Android 17: Leaked features, codename, release date, and everything else we know so far

Google used to name Android versions with dessert codenames, but it strayed away from that tradition with the release of Android 10, choosing to stick with only the version number for all future ...

Android 16 QPR1’s source code is nowhere to be found, but Google swears it’s coming

Google has yet to release the source code for Android 16 QPR1, sparking fears about the company's commitment to AOSP.

Open-Source Android Apps at Risk Under Google’s New Decree

F-Droid says Google's developer registration rule could end its open-source app store and strand users. Google defends ...
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Seven Android Quick Settings Controls You Should Be Using

The Quick Settings panel on Android is an underrated powerhouse, often forgotten by most Android users. While a lot is said about the iPhone’s Control Center, if you're willing to put in some work, ...
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Scan anything offline and stress-free with this clever Android tool

Let’s face it — scanning documents with your phone should be simple. However, most apps these days come with a side of cloud syncing, ads, or that slightly ...
Android Police

This small Android feature made realize I can't fully switch to iPhone

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 ...

I finally found the free open source document scanner on Android and I can't stop raving about it

For years, the Android document scanner space has been dominated by a frustrating choice: either pay a recurring subscription for a quality app, or settle for free options that bombard you with ads ...
ZDNet

Your Android phone just got 3 useful upgrades for free - including a big one for audio

A new Google update is adding several features to Android phones. A new AI writing tool for Gboard is on the way. An upgraded Emoji Keyboard will help you find the ...
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10 Beginner-Friendly Courses That Strengthen Your Resume

Editorial Note: Talk Android may contain affiliate links on some articles. If you make a purchase through these links, we will earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Learn more. In-demand, ...
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Your Android phone just got a major Bluetooth upgrade for free - how it works

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 ...