Android Apps: Free, Paid, Games, Must-Haves, and More

RIP, Amazon Appstore on Android

Kellen February 20, 2025 12

The Amazon Appstore, which I'm not sure I understood to still be around for non-Amazon devices, is going away on August 20, 2025. Amazon shared the news this week, saying that it was time for your Android devices to find another app store, you know, like the...

Android Automotive is Getting “Dozens” of New Apps and Games

Kellen February 19, 2025 12

Google's Android Automotive, the car infotainment system that powers vehicles from Volvo, Polestar, and others, is getting an app upgrade this week. Google says that "dozens" of new apps are coming to cars with Google built-in, thanks to the car ready mobile...

Volvo EX90 and Polestar 3 Get Samsung Wallet Digital Key Support

Kellen February 17, 2025 12

Samsung Wallet added two new vehicles to its Digital Key line-up today, the Volvo EX90 and the Polestar 3. This is big news for owners of those two cars who also happen to own a supported Samsung phone. Digital Key within Samsung Wallet means you can add your...

YouTube TV and Paramount Come to an Agreement

Kellen February 17, 2025 12

Remember when we said last week that YouTube TV "could lose" Paramount, CBS and about 20 other channels because the two had failed to come to an agreement? Well, they came to an agreement, which seems to be the case every time that YouTube TV publicly airs out...

Google Messages Now Lets You RCS Message Yourself and That’s Amazing News

Kellen February 14, 2025 12

Not that I've ever tried this before, but Google Messages has apparently (only now) added the ability to send yourself an RCS message and it may just be one of the greatest features ever. Self-texting in high quality is here! The latest version of Google...

Gemini Advanced Can Now Reference Past Chats

Tim February 13, 2025 12

Google announced today that users of Gemini Advanced can now have the AI bot reference past chats, meaning you should no longer have to dig through past threads and conversations. If you want to begin a project with Gemini, this will be a very helpful tool....

Apple TV App and Its 1.4-Star Rating Lands on Android Phones, Tablets

Kellen February 12, 2025 12

The Apple TV app is no longer exclusive on Android to Google TV products. Starting today, the Apple TV app can be installed on Android phone and tablet devices, bringing Apple TV+ and a couple of other items to more people. When it first launched, Apple TV...

Google’s Family Link Gets a New Look, Plus More Kid-Friendly Features for Watches and Phones

Kellen February 12, 2025 12

Google shared news of several changes coming to its Family Link software and the management of the devices your kids. We're getting an updated look for Family Link, plus School Time for Galaxy Watch is here and there are more controls over phones and tablets...

Pixel 10 Series Renders Show Off a Very Familiar Design

Kellen March 11, 2025 16

The Pixel 9a is expected to be announced at some point this month and will mark the moment we truly can begin to look forward...

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Lock Screen Widgets Return to Android Phones With Android 16

Kellen March 6, 2025 4

Google brought back lock screen widgets to the Pixel Tablet as a part of the December Pixel Feature Drop when it released...

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March 2025 Android Security Update Available for Google Pixel Devices

Kellen March 4, 2025 19

For months we have been testing Android 15 QPR2, knowing that it would release in March as a major quarterly update. It has...

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March Pixel Feature Drop is Here With 12+ New Features, Expansions to More Pixels

Kellen March 4, 2025 3

The March Pixel Feature Drop is here! Google is releasing the March Pixel update today as both the big quarterly update that...

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Android Feature Drop Adds 4 New Features in Chrome, Messages, Auto, Find My for Everyone

Kellen March 4, 2025 3

In the world of Android, the weeks don't get that much bigger than this one. Not only are we getting a Google Pixel Feature...

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Nothing Phone 3a and 3a Pro Official at $379 and $459, US Availability Limited

Kellen March 4, 2025 19

Today is Nothing's day to introduce new products, both of which happen to be their next smartphones. The Nothing Phone (3a)...

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Gemini Live Gets Live Video and Screen Sharing Abilities Later This Month

Kellen March 3, 2025 1

Gemini Live is supposed to be an assistant that is there for you at any moment to talk you through an upcoming interview,...

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Android 16 Beta 2.1 Update Released for Pixel Devices

Kellen February 27, 2025 5

Google just dropped the Android 16 Beta 2.1 update on its Pixel universe as a bit of a bug fixer. Since this isn't a major...

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Pixel 9 is $200 Off and Starts at $599

Kellen March 11, 2025 12

Need an incredible deal on a random Tuesday? The Google Pixel 9, the non-Pro model, is $200 off and an absolutely steal. It...

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DEAL: Galaxy Z Fold 6 is $520 Off Without Trade-in or $1,120 With

Tim March 7, 2025 12

Samsung's week of deals is coming to an end, but before it does, the company is attempting to entice folks into a shiny new...

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DEAL: Galaxy Z Flip 6 as Low as $399 With Free Doubled Storage ($849 Off!)

Tim March 4, 2025 12

Discover Samsung week is currently taking place, offering Android fans solid discounts on the company's best devices. Today,...

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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is $440 Off Without Trades, $1,140 Off With Trades

Kellen March 3, 2025 12

Samsung kicked off one of their regularly schedule "Discover" sales this week, bringing a new round of discounts on almost...

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Galaxy Watch Ultra Gets $230 Instant Discount Without Trade, $400 Off With Trade

Kellen February 28, 2025 12

With so much focus on Samsung launching the Galaxy S25 series in recent weeks, we shouldn't forget that they still have other...

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Pixel 9 Pro XL is $300 Off and at Its Best Price Ever

Kellen February 25, 2025 12

We have seen Google discount the Pixel 9 Pro XL by $150 and $200 on a couple of occasions since launch, but that's basically...

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DEAL: Galaxy S25 Ultra for $399, Get Galaxy Buds 3 Pro for $10 ($1260 Off)

Tim February 21, 2025 12

Samsung wants to sell you a Galaxy S25 Ultra, the best smartphone in its current lineup of devices. To do so, it is offering...

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$200 Off Pixel 9 Pro is Going Away Soon, Google Says

Kellen February 19, 2025 12

The Android phone I still use every day and probably will for the foreseeable future, is wrapping up its latest sale,...

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