With the potentially massive, foundational shift of ChromeOS to the Android kernel on the horizon, there's been a ton of speculation about what the future of our favorite operating system will actually look like. Will it feel the same? Will it be a true fusion of the two platforms? Will ChromeOS … [Read more...] about Google is testing ‘Android Desktop’ on Chromebooks, and I’m not sure what to think
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The best compact Android tablet you can buy just dropped back to its lowest price
For years, the market for small Android tablets has been a sea of compromise, generally forcing you to choose between a portable size and high-end, flagship-level performance. But every once in a while, a device comes along that completely switches things up. That device is the Lenovo Legion Tab Gen … [Read more...] about The best compact Android tablet you can buy just dropped back to its lowest price
Android Desktop is picking up a few more ChromeOS abilities
The ongoing story of Google's plan to combine ChromeOS and Android into a single (or at least a far more cohesive) platform is one of the biggest we're tracking. While Google has yet to come out and just say it, it really does feel like a key part of that transition is making Android a far more … [Read more...] about Android Desktop is picking up a few more ChromeOS abilities
Chrome’s bottom address bar is finally rolling out widely on Android
After the initial announcement last month had us all excited, the day has finally arrived. Google is now widely rolling out the option to move the address bar to the bottom of the screen in Chrome for Android. For anyone who has struggled to reach the top of their increasingly tall smartphone … [Read more...] about Chrome’s bottom address bar is finally rolling out widely on Android
The other shoe drops: Google exec seemingly confirms ChromeOS, Android merger
For years, we’ve been talking about the slow, methodical dance between ChromeOS and Android. We’ve seen news of kernel changes of late - with an official announcement last year that declared ChromeOS will be moving over to the Android Kernel - and we've tried our best to figure out Google’s ultimate … [Read more...] about The other shoe drops: Google exec seemingly confirms ChromeOS, Android merger
The Android desktop experience is officially here for testing on Pixel phones
The dream of a true, native desktop mode for Android has been a long time coming. For years, we’ve seen hints and manufacturer-specific solutions like Samsung DeX, but a cohesive, Google-led effort has remained a bit of a pipe dream. At Google I/O 2025, that dream finally began taking shape with the … [Read more...] about The Android desktop experience is officially here for testing on Pixel phones
Lenovo’s powerful Legion Tab Gen 3 Android tablet drops to $449 ($100 off!)
If you caught our recent unboxing of the Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 3, you know we were impressed by this compact Android powerhouse! Well, if you've been thinking of snagging one, Lenovo just sweetened the deal, dropping the price directly on their site to a very tempting $449 – a full $100 off its … [Read more...] about Lenovo’s powerful Legion Tab Gen 3 Android tablet drops to $449 ($100 off!)
You’ll soon be able to test Google’s new Android Desktop mode on Pixel phones
We were already pretty excited earlier this week when Google officially made a nod to Android Desktop Mode during its I/O developer keynote, revealing a collaboration with Samsung to build upon the DeX foundation. It’s a development we’ve been tracking closely, and it signals a serious commitment to … [Read more...] about You’ll soon be able to test Google’s new Android Desktop mode on Pixel phones
Android XR welcomes its second official device: Xreal’s Project Aura glasses
Google's vision for its Android XR ecosystem got a bit clearer this week at Google I/O 2025. Following the introduction of Samsung's VR-style "Project Moohan" headset late last year, Xreal has now unveiled "Project Aura," the second officially recognized Android XR device. This time, however, we're … [Read more...] about Android XR welcomes its second official device: Xreal’s Project Aura glasses
Google’s new Android XR glasses are the most exciting tech I’ve seen in a decade
Let's be honest with each other for a moment. For the past few years, a lot of new tech has felt a bit like a commodity. Smartphones get slightly faster, laptops get a bit thinner, tablets find new ways to be good-enough content machines. It's all useful, it's all iterative, but it's also all just a … [Read more...] about Google’s new Android XR glasses are the most exciting tech I’ve seen in a decade
The awesome Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 3 gets promoted to Android 15
The Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 3 that launched early this year with Android 14 has actually been receiving its Android 15 update over the past few weeks. But if this is news to you, you're probably not alone. Lenovo rolled this one out so quietly, you’d be forgiven if it completely passed you … [Read more...] about The awesome Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 3 gets promoted to Android 15
A quick recap on all Google announced on the Android Show: I/O Edition
Google just kicked off its I/O season with a special Android Show: I/O Edition, dropping a ton of news about what's next for the world's most popular operating system. During the show, we got a first look at Android 16, a major design overhaul, a big expansion for Gemini, and some robust new … [Read more...] about A quick recap on all Google announced on the Android Show: I/O Edition
