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As Android locks down sideloading, ADB may be the last way to stay in control. Here’s why it still defines Android’s open ...

Android’s official new Integrated Developer Environment (IDE), Android Studio Hedgehog, is now available. Android Studio version 2023.1.1 is out, and developers can enjoy its new features and ...

Google has released its second Developer Preview of the Android XR software development kit (SDK) following its initial release late last year, introducing new features and improvements including ...

Most Android phones today have a hidden Developer Options menu. Despite its name, it isn’t just for app developers. Android keeps certain advanced system controls here because they aren’t intended for ...

Stephen is an author at Android Police who covers how-to guides, features, and in-depth explainers on various topics. He joined the team in late 2021, bringing his strong technical background in ...

Google has made several important announcements at The Android Show XR Edition. First of all, it confirmed the development of Samsung’s upcoming smart glasses. The company also announced a unified app ...

Android 16 is here! Sort of. Along with its official announcement that stable Android 16 is due out in the second quarter of next year, Google kicked off the Developer Preview period for its next ...

Well ahead of its usual schedule, Google has just released the first preview of Android 16. This initial developer preview isn’t meant for the general user, but it’s freely available to anyone who ...