Your phone choice is similar to the PC options available between the macOS and Windows operating systems. Like the Mac, Apple's ecosystem has just one hardware vendor, albeit a top-tier one. Like ...

Google has just issued an updated Android distribution chart and it makes for an alarming read. The latest OS — Android 16 — was on just 7.5% of phones when the data was captured in December, while ...

Earthquake Alerts remains one of Android’s most useful safety features. It can warn millions of users seconds before an earthquake strikes, giving you a crucial few seconds to move to safety or brace ...

Google is working to bring Calling Cards to Wear OS, allowing users to sync full-screen call backgrounds to their watches.

Android phones receive updates several times a year, so it's easy to miss new features. Here are some of the most recent and ...

Oppo has periodically updated its software update policy to offer longer software support for its devices. The company now offers up to five major Android OS upgrades to select high-end devices, which ...

CNET spoke with Google's Sameer Samat and Qualcomm's Alex Katouzian about why they're combining a phone and laptop OS and how they'll do it. David Lumb is a senior reporter covering mobile and gaming ...

This tablet puts privacy first by ditching Google apps and services. See how it handles apps, updates, and everyday basics ...

Vivo has been a reliable brand when it comes to software updates. The brand offers longer software support and, more importantly, it timely pushes major upgrades to eligible devices. For a long time, ...

Whether you have privacy concerns or you just want to freely tinker, these are our favorite alternatives to stock Android.