The best software upgrade I made to my Android phone wasn't from Google; it's a tiny utility

Material 3 Expressive is best when things move; dismissing apps, adjusting the volume slider, or opening the Quick Settings menu all give a strong sense of the expressive design that forms the ...
Computerworld

Android 16 Upgrade Report Card: Upgrade winter

Google's latest major Android release landed in an unusual season, but the chill around its arrival feels eerily familiar. 2025’s been a weird year when it comes to Android upgrades. For ages now, ...
Android Authority

How to download Android 17 Beta 1 on your Pixel right now (Updated)

Update, February 13, 2026 (02:31 PM ET): We’re a couple days behind schedule now, but Google has finally confirmed the arrival of Android 17 Beta 1. Update, February 11, 2026 (02:21 PM ET): While ...

Android users urged to update phones as threats reach 'new record' high

“While Google patches these vulnerabilities, OEMs and carriers control when it reaches the device in someone’s pocket. In ...