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5 Ways To Make Your Android Phone's Home Screen Actually Useful

staff@bgr.com (Marinel Sigue) — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 02:17:00 +0000

Android offers a host of ways by which you can make your home screen more productive. Here are some customizations that make a huge difference.

Why Are Phones So Much Cheaper In China?

staff@bgr.com (Chris Smith) — Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:47:00 +0000

Chinese smartphone brands sell some of their best phones for much less at home. Regional versions and import complications can limit the apparent savings.

How Many Years Of Software Updates Do Nothing Phones Get?

staff@bgr.com (Gaurav Shukla) — Sun, 19 Jul 2026 12:47:00 +0000

If you're planning to buy an Android smartphone and are considering one from Nothing, here's how long the brand's phones will receive software updates for.

Why Are Nothing's New 'B' Series Phones So Much Cheaper?

staff@bgr.com (Alvin Wanjala) — Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:17:00 +0000

The Nothing Phone 4(b) might be a great phone for anyone on a budget, though it might also be better to just go with the Nothing Phone 4(a).

Google Pixel May Finally Be Adding A Feature Every Other Android Phone Has

staff@bgr.com (Asad Kashif) — Sat, 18 Jul 2026 21:17:00 +0000

If you're concerned about the security of your apps on your Google Pixel, a rumored new feature users have been asking for could put those fears at ease.

5 Google Pixel Phone Features You Need To Manually Enable

staff@bgr.com (Matthew Sholtz) — Sat, 18 Jul 2026 13:47:00 +0000

You might be missing out on some of your Pixel phone's most helpful capabilities. Five quick settings changes can make everyday tasks easier and faster.

5 Common Problems With Google Maps (And How To Fix Them)

staff@bgr.com (Nichols deCourville) — Sat, 18 Jul 2026 09:17:00 +0000

Google Maps is among the most popular mapping apps available today, but there are still some fairly common problems that users have to deal with.

OnePlus Announced A New Phone The Same Week It Pulled Out Of The US And Europe

staff@bgr.com (Gaurav Shukla) — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:11:49 +0000

As OnePlus leaves the U.S. and Europe behind, it already has a new phone on the way elsewhere. The timing makes the company's priorities painfully clear.

OnePlus Vs. Samsung: Which Smartphone Manufacturer Is Best For You?

staff@bgr.com (Faith Leroux) — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 13:17:00 +0000

Samsung is one of the most reputable smartphone brands in the market, but OnePlus lacks as much bloatware as Samsung and other Android phones.

You Can Easily Make Custom Modes On Your Samsung Phone - Here's How

staff@bgr.com (Marinel Sigue) — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 03:17:00 +0000

Did you know you can create and utilize Custom Modes on your Samsung Android phone? You do now, and here's how to start making use of the feature.

How Long Do Android Tablets Last? Here's What Users Say

staff@bgr.com (Sead Fadilpasic) — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 17:17:00 +0000

You may not consider an Android tablet to be as important of a purchase as your Android phone, but you can expect a similar lifespan, according to users.

Google Wallet Could Solve One Of The Biggest Problems With Age Verification

staff@bgr.com (Joshua Hawkins) — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 00:55:56 +0000

Age verification is becoming a hot topic in the tech industry, and Google Wallet may have a device-level implementation coming -- if you can trust it.

Big Changes Are Coming To Android's Google Play Store This Month

staff@bgr.com (Joshua Hawkins) — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 19:23:28 +0000

Major Google Play Store changes are scheduled to begin in the U.S. this month. The new system will affect users, developers, and competing marketplaces alike.

You Can Now Buy Pixel Care+ For Older Google Pixel Phones - But There's A Catch

staff@bgr.com (Suzanne Bonnett) — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 17:58:23 +0000

Google is giving Pixel owners another chance of buying its smartphone insurance plan, though they must still keep some limitations in mind.

5 Useful Accessories That Work Best With Google Pixel Phones

staff@bgr.com (Gaurav Shukla) — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 13:17:00 +0000

Pixel phones can use plenty of common Android gear, but a few accessories are better suited to Google's hardware and charging features than others.

4 Android Phones More Powerful Than The OnePlus 15

staff@bgr.com (Alvin Wanjala) — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 10:17:00 +0000

The OnePlus 15 has a reputation for being a snappy device, but it's not the best in the business. Here are some Android phones that beat it in raw performance.

You Can Install Even More Apps On Android Auto Using This Simple Trick

staff@bgr.com (Briley Kenney) — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 00:17:00 +0000

Android Auto brings a lot of functionality to your car dashboard, but its range of supported apps is limited. A simple trick can expand that list dramatically.

Samsung Phone Users Might Not Get The Next Big Android Feature - Here's Why

staff@bgr.com (Joshua Hawkins) — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 21:18:44 +0000

There's a lot to like about Samsung's smartphones, but it's never fun when everyone else with an Android phone gets an update you can't enjoy.

New Gemini Update Gives Users More Reason To Ditch Chrome On Android

staff@bgr.com (Joshua Hawkins) — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 21:01:42 +0000

Google has begun pushing out an update that may not thrill users that aren't on board the Gemini train. Here's what's new and how to access it.

Xiaomi Is Ending Software Support For These 10 Phone Models

staff@bgr.com (Briley Kenney) — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:47:00 +0000

Xiaomi has updated its end-of-life list with another group of discontinued phones. Some regional variants are losing official support after only a few years.