Android 17 proves that Android updates have lost their magic

Android updates used to redefine the experience. Android 17 shows why those days are behind us — and why that's actually a ...

Here's your most detailed look yet at how Android 17 OS verification will work

We're taking an early look at how Google's upcoming Android 17 OS verification feature will check that your phone's software ...
Android Police

Google has never been good with operating systems: Will the jump from ChromeOS to Android make a difference?

Zach was an Author at Android Police from January 2022 to June 2025. He specialized in Chromebooks, Android smartphones, Android apps, smart home devices, and Android services. Zach loves unique and ...

Android 17 is bringing foldable specific updates to the OS, here’s why it matters

Android 17 does not position itself as a foldable-first operating system. There is little content allocated to optimizations for folding phones in the official feature list by Google. A gaming mode ...

All the latest news on Android 17, Wear OS 7, and Android XR

Following its official debut last month, Google is now rolling out Android 17 to compatible Pixel phones, alongside ...

Android 17 vs. iOS 27: Which OS Handles True Multitasking Better?

Discover how Android 17 and iOS 27 are changing mobile productivity in 2026 with new AI tools, floating widgets, and smarter ...
MacRumors

Google Debuts Android XR Operating System for Mixed Reality Headsets and Smart Glasses

Google today announced the launch of Android XR, an operating system created for extended reality (XR) headsets and smart glasses. Android XR is Google's equivalent of visionOS, the operating system ...

Why did Android stop using dessert names for new OS versions?

From Cupcake to Pie, Android releases had dessert names for over a decade. Google stopped using them officially with Android ...
Android

One OS to Rule Them All – Google’s Grand Android Plan

The unification of Android and Chrome OS has been rumored for a while now. A report surfaced back in November last year, saying that it will happen. It was just a rumor back then, though. Earlier this ...
Mashable

What is Aluminium OS? What we know about Google's Android desktop operating system.

Despite Android's presence in nearly every corner of the tech industry, it has yet to truly establish a foothold on PC platforms. Google has had ChromeOS powering Chromebooks for years, but the ...
Liliputing

De-Googled Android operating system /e/OS V2 brings Android Auto support, UI and privacy enhancements

The /e/OS Foundation has been offering a de-Googled version of Android since 2018, with an emphasis on privacy and security. Now developers have introduced the biggest update in years. Among other ...

Microsoft’s Project Solara is an Android OS designed for agents instead of apps

Project Solara is not something you’ll have to worry about killing your apps anytime soon. It’s limited to a few pieces of concept hardware and software that are awaiting the magical agents of the ...