How to run Linux GUI apps on Android (when it actually works)

After all, the Android kernel is based on the Linux kernel, and Google already gave us Linux terminal support for ...

Why there's a briefcase symbol on your Android phone's screen (and how to turn it off)

If a briefcase icon shows up in your status bar or app drawer on Android, it means your phone is quietly running two separate ...

5 Android widgets I use every single day — and none of them are made by Google

Looking for some widget recommendations outside of the usual Google-made suspects? Here are a few of my personal favorites.
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This underrated Android feature gave me the work-life boundary I couldn't get any other way

I cover Android with a focus on productivity, automation, and Google’s ecosystem, including Gemini and everyday apps. With a background in engineering and software development, I tend to go beyond ...
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I transformed my Android phone after finding a file manager that saves me time

Jon Gilbert is a Features Writer for Android Police. I've covered Android since 2021, focusing on writing features and guides about Android apps and features that directly affect users. I've attended ...