What USB OTG means for Android phones (and why you should use it)

You may have heard of USB OTG as a feature on several Android phones. Here's what it means and how you can take advantage of ...
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5 things your Android phone's buttons can secretly control (besides volume and power)

Small side buttons can do more than you think—use these hidden shortcuts that make everyday tasks faster and easier.
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Is Android Auto Draining Your Phone Battery? Try This Out

Woman using Android phone connected to Android Auto in her car - Alex Photo Stock/Shutterstock The convenience and fun of using Android Auto while driving can quickly turn into annoyance by the fast ...

Slow Android phone? My 4-step refresh routine can speed it up fast

Also: The best phones to buy in 2026 I don't get to use review devices for long, but I have picked up tips and tricks from ...

I turned my old Android phone into a Wi-Fi extender and fixed the internet dead zone in my home

Turn your spare phone into a Wi-Fi extender ...

Android's new desktop windowing mode has changed how I use my tablet

Google just brought a full desktop experience to Android tablets, and I've been testing it to see how well it works. Here are my thoughts.

How to AirDrop on an Android phone (and the few models that can actually do it)

Google has found a way for Quick Share to play nicely with AirDrop, paving the way for the new sharing method.

You Can Turn an Old Android Phone Into a Wifi Extender for Your Home Network

March 17, 2026 Add as a preferred source on Google Add as a preferred source on Google If you have an old Android device ...