There are ways to use the Python programming language on a regular Android device, iPhone, or iPad, but with fewer features available than Python on most desktop computers. Fortunately, you can still get the full Python experience on these devices: you just need a Raspberry Pi or other low-power server on the same network. You…
Many users buy Pixel phones to get a clean and smooth Android experience. The Pixel phone do live up to it, but you might be disappointed with some of the company’s decisions regarding the launcher. Many of us at Android Police love our Pixel phones, but not the launcher, and one of the main reasons…
It’s no secret that Google is developing a desktop Android platform to bring the mobile operating system to the PC world. A new leak now suggests that Qualcomm’s Snapdragon PC chips will play a key role in powering this new generation of Android computers. Android 16 code hints at Snapdragon X support for Google’s next…
Robert Triggs / Android Authority TL;DR Nova Launcher receives yet another update with version 8.1.6 beta. The latest update fixes a bug that caused the launcher to crash when searching the app drawer. These regular updates may give the impression that someone is actively developing the launcher, but that may not be the case. Nova…
Amazon just dealt Google a major blow by undercutting the Pixel 9 128GB to an all-time low of $544 on its own platform. This unlocked smartphone normally costs $799, but you I can currently get it for 32% off. which puts Google’s flagship in the same price bracket as mid-range Android devices. The irony isn’t…
The latest Android 16 QPR1 update is rolling out with the November security patch for the 7a, Tablet, Fold, 8, 8 Pro, 8a, 9, 9 Pro, 9 Pro XL, 9 Pro Fold, 9a, Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL, and Pixel 10 Pro Fold. This release comes with an out-of-cycle feature removal….
Fantasy Hub: Android RAT, sold in Russia, offers comprehensive device spying as MaaS Pierluigi Paganini November 11, 2025 Researchers discovered Fantasy Hub, a Russian Android MaaS RAT that allows attackers to spy, steal data, and control devices via Telegram. Zimperium researchers discovered Fantasy Hub, an Android RAT sold in Russia and offered as Malware-as-a-Service, enabling…
The second week of November will end in about three days, and Google has yet to release this month’s update for compatible Pixel phones. That’s likely to change soon, with Verizon accidentally releasing the release notes for this month’s security patch. Google typically holds back major features for its quarterly feature drop. With its monthly…
GameHub is now available on Google Play Store. Pictured: A promotional photo of the G8 Plus mobile controller. (Image source: GameSir – edited) GameHub, a popular PC game emulator for Android, is now available on Google Play Store. Thanks to this, Windows gaming emulator with Steam support is easier to access than before. The Android…
Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR Google has released new app quality guidelines to prevent apps from excessively draining your phone’s battery life. Starting March 1, 2026, if an app excessively retains wakelocks, it will be penalized on the Play Store. Apps responsible for excessive battery drain will display a warning label on the Play…