Most of us panic a little when we realize dozens of apps are 'open' on our phones. But does closing them actually help?

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 ...

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Android users are used to blaming games, social media, or aging batteries when their phones die before dinner. Yet one of the ...

Thankfully, there’s now a Power Saving Mode in Google Maps. It allows you to activate a black-and-white, full-screen overlay on your always-on display. When enabled, lock your phone during navigation, ...

If you've had your Android phone for a while, you might have noticed that its battery life isn't what it used to be. Most modern Android phones boast impressive battery life, often lasting a full day ...

Raise your hand if your smartphone is basically glued to your palm. Whether it’s killing time in the subway, queuing at the doctor’s, or sneaking in a quick ...

Google Maps appears to be working on a new power saving mode for navigation. The mode would eliminate almost all UI elements and extraneous map labeling from your view. Power saving mode limitations ...

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