The best software upgrade I made to my Android phone wasn't from Google; it's a tiny utility

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I replaced the Pixel Screenshots app with a free alternative that is actually better

It does exactly what I wish Google's app would do ...
9to5Google

Google says these AI models are best for coding Android apps

AI tools, love them or hate them, have been a big deal in coding and app development, and Google is now actively testing out what the best tools are for Android app development h ...

If you code Android apps with AI, Google’s new benchmark makes it easier to pick the right model

For Android app developers relying on AI to code, picking the right model can be tricky. Not all models are built the same, and many are not specifically trained for Android development workflows. To ...

AI Actor Tilly Norwood Drops Debut Single and Music Video ‘Take the Lead’: “I’m Just a Tool, but I’ve Got Life”

Featuring Norwood flying through the clouds on a blow-up flamingo, the video begins with a note: "The following production was made by 18 real humans." ...
eWeek

Gemini Beats Claude, GPT in Google’s First Android AI Coding Benchmark

Google’s new Android Bench ranks the top AI models for Android coding, with Gemini 3.1 Pro Preview leading Claude Opus 4.6 and GPT-5.2-Codex.
Lifehacker

The Six Best Android Phones You Can Buy in 2026

We are tracking every major phone reveal from CES 2026 in real-time. Read about the latest announcements and releases, and see which brands are redefining the industry by browsing our CES Live Blog ...