A new laptop feels like a fresh digital start: fast, clean, and ready for anything. But before you dive in, it’s wise to perform a quick system check, because many devices come with unnecessary ...

I truly believe that if your setup is good, you’ll not only hit the ball more consistently but your misses will also be much more playable. In fact, you can often tell where a shot is going before the ...

Most new Amazon Echo devices are powered by Amazon’s Linux-based Vega operating system. But older models shipped with a custom version of Android that’s been locked down to make them feel more like an ...

Authorities around the world can use your cell phone to track your location and potentially access other sensitive private information about you. One possible protection from this data collection is a ...

iOS 26 is now available for everyone to download, and it's a big update. There are significant design changes, and many new features to learn about. Some of the additions need some setup so you can ...

Tailor your Garmin watch setup to your running needs by focusing on key metrics that support your training without overwhelming you, starting simple and adding features as you go. Customize data ...

OnePlus is making a considerable change with its Android 16 update which will require users to fill out an application before having the ability to unlock their bootloader. In a post this week, ...

Samsung appears to be disabling bootloader unlocking in One UI 8 on more devices than before. Previously, only US models lacked the OEM Unlock toggle, but the restriction now seems to be spreading to ...

For the last three years, we’ve engaged in some in-depth data analysis and tea-leaf reading to answer two questions about Apple’s support for older Macs that still use Intel chips. First, was Apple ...

Setting up a new iPhone is an exciting experience, but it can feel overwhelming if you’re unsure where to start. The video below from Simple Alpaca provides a clear, step-by-step process to help you ...

Dallas was working on cars at a Honda dealership rocking a MyTouch 4G when Artem and the gang started Android Police. It was this very website that got him into Android in the first place — he'd sneak ...

We may earn a commission when you click links to retailers and purchase goods. More info. As a part of the May 2025 update for Pixel devices, Google has added a note/warning to the factory image page, ...