Android

Google Messages’ Familiar QR Code Pairing Method Is Quietly Being Removed

Google Messages is preparing to remove QR Code pairing, its easiest way to connect phones to the web app. A beta version has already removed the feature from Android. Users may soon need to sign in ...

Google Messages' easiest pairing method is about to disappear

Google Messages is removing its convenient QR code setup option, forcing desktop web app users to switch to a Google account ...

My 4 favorite Android Auto settings are seriously useful - but hidden by default

My 4 favorite Android Auto settings are seriously useful - but hidden by default ...
CNX Software

Clawdmeter – A DIY ESP32-S3 desk dashboard for Claude Code token usage monitoring

Clawdmeter is a DIY ESP32-S3-powered desk dashboard that displays Claude Code token usage on a 2.16-inch AMOLED screen so you ...

I used Motorola's version of DeX with my Razr Fold, and it's nearly replaced my laptop

Motorola's Smart Connect software is superb, and gives me a wonderful option for working away from my desk. Here's how it ...
PCMag on MSN

Your Phone's Hiding Cool Features. Unlock Them With These Secret Codes

Here's how to easily access powerful tools, system info, and settings buried deep in your phone.
Hackaday

This Week In Security: Android Exposes ADB, ShinyHunters Get Paid, Robot Dogs, And More

Google has patched an Android ADB bug in the May security patch set. If you have a Pixel phone you should already have the patches, and most other major manufacturers should be close behind.