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Easily unlock hidden quick settings on any Android device

Learn how to unlock hidden quick settings on any Android device with this app. Boost your productivity and access advanced ...

I changed 12 settings on my Android phone to significantly extend its battery life

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 ...

The Android apps I used to take control of my lock screen

YoLock gives your Android lock screen an iOS makeover, including lock screen widgets. You can add up to four widgets to your ...

I'm done falling for sneaky subscription traps — here's how to avoid them this holiday season

Here’s what I uncovered, and how to avoid getting caught in the same traps as the holiday deals roll in. Free trials are the ...

DroidLock Ransomware Aims to Take Control of Your Android Device

DroidLock ransomware locks Android screens and steals banking data without encrypting files. Learn how to protect your device ...

How to avoid the nightmare Android malware that can hold your device for ransom or erase it

Newly discovered malware DroidLock can wreak havoc on your Android phone, taking over your lock screen — even changing your login info — to prevent victims from being able to get into their devices.

Android 17 may finally add the native App Lock feature Pixel users have been waiting for

Google is working on a native App Lock feature, and it could arrive as early as Android 17 next year. Here's how it might work!