I left Google Photos for Immich, but Android made me come back

After I left the Google Photos ecosystem, I lost that unified library. Immich could back up every photo and video to my NAS, ...

I avoided a monthly Google One fee by nuking years of hidden Drive clutter for free

If you’ve deleted files because you’re close to your free 15GB cap, but haven’t emptied the Trash folder, you may not have freed up any storage. In Google Drive, click Trash on the left sidebar.
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Gemini Notebook tests a wild new way to bring your research to life

I have eight years of experience covering Android, with a focus on apps, features, and platform updates. I love looking at even the minute changes in apps and software updates that most people would ...
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I tweaked this Google Nest sound setting to find out how much my dog barks when I'm not home

I have eight years of experience covering Android, with a focus on apps, features, and platform updates. I love looking at even the minute changes in apps and software updates that most people would ...
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I found information I'd completely forgotten about with this hidden Gemini feature

I cover Android with a focus on productivity, automation, and Google’s ecosystem, including Gemini and everyday apps. With a background in engineering and software development, I tend to go beyond ...

I used Gemini to plan and budget my vacation; I'm never doing it any other way

I am traveling to North Goa in September. I have a budget of Rs 1,00,000 and will be eating out all day. Ignore flights and ...
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Google's obsession with AI is killing what made Pixel phones special

Dhruv Bhutani has covered the Android ecosystem since 2010, with a focus on smartphones, connected devices, and home networking. His reporting is informed by hands-on experience reviewing hundreds of ...
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I tested the MacBook Neo; now I know why the Googlebook will disappoint

Jon Gilbert is a Features Writer for Android Police. I've covered Android since 2021, focusing on writing features and guides about Android apps and features that directly affect users. I've attended ...

The Pixel 11 is just what Google needs to fix its broken phones

The Pixel 11 won't fix these problems. At least, not immediately. But Google can take steps after the Pixel 11 releases. It ...
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I discovered why Notability on Android is not worth the hype

Jon Gilbert is a Features Writer for Android Police. I've covered Android since 2021, focusing on writing features and guides about Android apps and features that directly affect users. I've attended ...

I finally stopped missing Android notifications by changing one hidden setting

Depending on your device, Notification organizer might be switched off by default. Accessing and turning it on is a ...

I found a hidden YouTube feature that is perfect for long videos

When you open the Gemini pop-up on the video page, YouTube suggests a few prompts depending on the video you're watching. For ...