Android 17 finally removes the developer opt-out for app orientation and resizability restrictions on large-screen devices.

However, Android 17 will also bring significant improvements to our phones. A useful side effect of these restrictions is that there will be fewer interruptions when you rotate an app. If you've ever ...

Google just released the first public beta for Android 17, and you can install it now if you have a compatible Pixel device.

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Google has pushed Android 17 into beta, marking the first major release shaped by its new continuous Canary channel. The shift promises faster access to features, fewer rough edges, and a clearer ...

Microsoft has now made the “Expanded screen” feature available to all users of the Phone Link app in Windows 11. The update, which is being rolled out via the Microsoft Store (version 1.25112.36.0), ...

Emily Long is a freelance writer based in Salt Lake City. After graduating from Duke University, she spent several years reporting on the federal workforce for Government Executive, a publication of ...

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There is no escaping AI in 2026, so why not use it to make your everyday life a bit easier? As an Android user, I have hundreds of apps installed on my phone, but let me tell you about the best AI ...

In the name of convenience, many apps these days are designed to be cross-platform. They can run on both mobile and desktop, so you can readily switch between devices without starting from scratch. It ...