Two-factor authentication (2FA) is essential, but apps like Google Authenticator and Authy have a major flaw: they often lock you into their ecosystems. If you lose access to your Google account or if ...

In the dynamic world of mobile technology, Android has become a versatile and widely used platform that offers users a rich ecosystem of applications to enhance their digital experiences. The Google ...

There's also no way to change the voice typing provider. Even though AnySoftKeyboard is privacy-focused, voice input still goes through Google Voice Typing since it relies on Android's built-in speech ...

Open-source applications are transforming the way you can enhance your Android device’s functionality and user experience. These apps not only boost performance but also strengthen security and ...

In an era where personal data is constantly at risk, protecting your information is more important than ever. Open source apps prioritize privacy by design, making sure your data remains secure and ...

There are quite a few quality open source apps available in the Google Play Store, and in this article, you’ll see some of the best ones. In the list below, we’ve placed 10 of our favorite open source ...

Ben Khalesi covers the intersection of artificial intelligence and everyday tech at Android Police. With a background in AI and data science, he enjoys making technical topics approachable for those ...

Stephen is an author at Android Police who covers how-to guides, features, and in-depth explainers on various topics. He joined the team in late 2021, bringing his strong technical background in ...

The mobile open-source world suddenly has a very major new player, after it emerged on Tuesday that the Symbian, Series 60, UIQ and MOAP platforms are to be merged into an open-sourced platform to ...

Graphs and data plots are wonderful tools for illustrating relationships, depicting data trends, and tracking goals in your Android applications. I saw this for myself several years ago, when a former ...

Our mobile devices, particularly our smartphones, have practically become extensions of our persons. And yet we do not treat them with the same guarded vigilance as we do our homes. Whereas we, most ...

This article was taken from the December 2011 issue of Wired magazine. Be the first to read Wired's articles in print before they're posted online, and get your hands on loads of additional content by ...