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 ...

Following the Gemini automation announcement today, Google is detailing how all this works under the hood on Android. Google is “introducing early stage developer capabilities that bridge the gap ...

Apple has updated its App Review Guidelines to crack down on random anonymous chat apps, warning they could be removed without notice. While framed as a safety move, the timing suggests Apple may be ...

Emily Long is a freelance writer based in Salt Lake City. After graduating from Duke University, she spent several years reporting on the federal workforce for Government Executive, a publication of ...

Android shortcut apps vary by use case: MacroDroid is best for simple, everyday automations; Tasker suits power users needing deep system control; Automate balances power and ease with visual flows; ...

There is no escaping AI in 2026, so why not use it to make your everyday life a bit easier? As an Android user, I have hundreds of apps installed on my phone, but let me tell you about the best AI ...

Customizing your Android home screen is one of the easiest ways to make your device more convenient and enjoyable to use. By adding app icons directly to your home screen, you can access your favorite ...

In the name of convenience, many apps these days are designed to be cross-platform. They can run on both mobile and desktop, so you can readily switch between devices without starting from scratch. It ...

This guide will help you build a fully functional Android app using Java only, without Android Studio. It covers setting up the environment, creating a minimal project, building debug APKs, and ...

Google Chat finally gets the ability to schedule messages up to 120 days in advance. There’s a new Draft shortcut, which opens a dedicated area to manage all scheduled messages. The scheduling feature ...

Jon has been an author at Android Police since 2021. He primarily writes features and editorials covering the latest Android news, but occasionally reviews hardware and Android apps. His favorite ...