Android 17's new lock screen trick could frustrate anyone trying to break into your phone

Google has detailed how Android 17 implements tougher lock screen security by drastically reducing PIN guess attempts and more.

Hack of the day: How to save emergency info on your phone’s lock screen

Most of us carry our phones everywhere, which makes them the most logical place to store information that could save our ...
Android Police

I finally fixed my kid's screen time by switching to this dedicated launcher

Jade Bryan is a Feature Author at Android Police with over a decade of tech reviews and news reporting experience, stretching back to the Symbian era and the early days of Android. He covers the ...

Hack of the day: How to transfer data from iPhone to Android phone

Tip: To transfer your WhatsApp data, scan the QR code you get on your new Android device with your iPhone and follow the ...
Android Police

I banished messy fingerprint smudges by switching to Android's built-in touchless camera features

Jade Bryan is a Feature Author at Android Police with over a decade of tech reviews and news reporting experience, stretching back to the Symbian era and the early days of Android. He covers the ...

How I turned my old Android phone into a dashcam for free - in 5 easy steps

Also: How I turned my old Android phone into a streaming stick for free - in 6 easy steps. Turns out, it's possible and free ...
iTechify

Turn Your Old Android Phone Into a Security Camera (Free)

Transform your unused Android phone into a professional home security camera using free apps. Learn setup, compare to Wyze ...
PCMag

Don't Toss It: 10 Clever Ways to Turn Your Old Smartphone Into Something Useful

Do you have an old phone gathering dust in a junk drawer? Before you look into local recycling options, try repurposing it as ...