Even if you use a fingerprint or Face Unlock to secure your Android phone, neither of those methods can be used as the "main" security method. For example, when you restart your phone, it will require ...

The Android OS is highly customizable, but that means that a lot of its default settings won't be a good fit for the way that ...

Dropping your phone is almost a rite of passage. One slip from your pocket, and suddenly you’re staring at a spiderweb of ...

Google is preparing to make Identity Check more convenient to use by adding your smartwatch as an extra layer of authentication.

The Pixel 10 hit store shelves with Android 16 QPR1, which alters how lock screen notifications are presented. If you’re not used to it, the sudden change can be a little disorienting. The new ...

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If you’re running Android 16 on a recent phone, you might want to double-check your notifications. A new bug is causing some alerts to go silent — even with ...

The lock screen in iOS 26 has been thoughtfully redesigned to balance practicality with visual sophistication, offering a more dynamic and user-friendly interface. Key updates include: iOS 26 extends ...

It's easy to record your screen with Android's built-in screen recorder or a third-party app You love what you’re seeing on your phone and really want to share it with friends, ideally by making a ...

“Show Viewed Notifications” keeps dismissed alerts visible on the lock screen until you unlock, unless you turn it off. “Show Silent Notifications” covers those low-priority alerts from muted apps or ...

Apple has improved the Lock Screen on iPhones in recent years, making it more customizable than ever and able to display information-rich widgets. In iOS 26, Apple has added another custom option to ...