SMS Backup and Restore is still one of the best for backing up Android text messages—and in this guide, I'll also walk you ...

The French and U.K. equivalents to the U.S. government’s cyber defense agency have issued new advice for users. “Deactivate the automatic reception of MMS messages,” ANSSI warns, “to avoid the ...

While there is some overlap between Android and Windows software, certain Android apps remain mobile‑only and are useful if you use both platforms daily.

Currently, tapping on a Smart Reply in Google Messages immediately sends the suggestion, but the latest beta reveals a “Tap ...

You can now find Parental Controls right in Android 16's new Settings app.

Apple has released the second beta of its upcoming iOS 26.3 mobile operating system for iPhones, with the pre-release software bringing in what seems to be the preparation for end-to-end encryption ...

How to: Go to Settings > Display on your Android phone. There, you'll find the option to switch between a light and dark theme and to have dark mode turn on automatically at a certain time of day. I ...

Mark has almost a decade of experience reporting on mobile technology, working previously with Digital Trends. Taking a less-than-direct route to technology writing, Mark began his Android journey ...

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The latest iOS 26.3 beta hints at the upgrade, which means no one can read messages sent between devices, not even Apple.

Stephen is an author at Android Police who covers how-to guides, features, and in-depth explainers on various topics. He joined the team in late 2021, bringing his strong technical background in ...

Wait at least three days before texting a new date. But new research tells a different story—and reveals the surprising sweet ...