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How to review app permissions on your Android phone
By Michael L Hicks last updated
Stay private It's easy to lose track of which apps can access your files, camera, mic, location, contacts, and other private data. But you can double-check and change your app permissions with just a few taps.

How to archive Android apps
By Roydon Cerejo published
Reclaim what's yours Manage your apps smartly by archiving apps that you don't use often, instead of uninstalling them and losing your data.

Google Authenticator redesign adds a 'Privacy screen' lock and search
By Nickolas Diaz published
Got the codes The Google Authenticator app started picking up a redesign that includes new features for Android.

Google is using humans, not AI, to radically change the Play Store
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Getting it right Gemini and AI have been all the rage this year, but the latest Google Play updates don't rely on AI. Instead, humans will be doing the curation

How to use Motorola Smart Connect
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Many screens, one device Motorola Smart Connect lets you share a mouse and keyboard between your phone, PC, and tablet with almost no effort but it can also do so much more!

Google Home: The everything app for your smart home needs
By Nicholas Sutrich published
The home for smart homes Google Home is your one-stop shop for everything smart home-related, from smart lights to Matter, music playback on smart speakers, reminders, and so much more.

Best mental health apps for Android 2025
By Jordan Palmer, Namerah Saud Fatmi last updated
Take care Prioritize your mental wellness with these apps.

Best password manager for Android 2025
By Andrew Myrick last updated
Everyone needs one Keeping your passwords and other information secure on your phone and computers is rule one for security, and these apps help you keep them well guarded.
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