Explore Android's ongoing evolution with this visual timeline of versions, starting B.C. (Before Cupcake) and going all the way to 2025's Android 16 release. What a long, strange trip it’s been. From ...

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The iPhone vs Android debate continues in 2025. Here at Android Authority, we can name many reasons why Android beats Apple’s mobile operating system any day. Google’s alternative offers a more open ...

The Android developer community is huge, and with customization being the biggest selling point of the OS, there are community hobby projects called Custom ROMs, bringing unending customization ...

Jon has been an author at Android Police since 2021. He primarily writes features and editorials covering the latest Android news, but occasionally reviews hardware and Android apps. His favorite ...

A launcher is an integral part of the Android user interface. It allows you to launch apps, view widgets, customize your home screen, and carry out a range of other tasks easily. However, the default ...

The next version of Google’s mobile operating system—Android 15—is finally here with a host of new features and improvements. Google promises productivity enhancements, better privacy and security, ...

Ben Khalesi covers the intersection of artificial intelligence and everyday tech at Android Police. With a background in AI and data science, he enjoys making technical topics approachable for those ...

If you're looking for your next smartphone, you have one big choice to make before you even consider cost, size or brand. You need to choose if you're going to carry an iPhone or an Android smartphone ...

If you are in the market for a new phone, you have two options for the operating system - Apple’s iOS or Google’s Android. While the former is available only on the iPhone, the latter is more flexible ...

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