Android 17's first beta didn't land when expected, but it's still "coming soon" according to Google, and it could include some major new features.

Google warns that over 40% of Android devices no longer receive security updates, leaving more than 1 billion devices exposed to malware and spyware attacks.

While newer Android releases such as Android 13, 14, and 15 continue to receive monthly or quarterly security fixes, millions of older phones have effectively reached the end of their update life cycle. As a result, hackers can exploit weaknesses in these systems to access personal data, install malicious apps, or take control of devices remotely.

Faith writes guides, how-tos, and roundups on the latest Android games and apps for Android Police. You'll find her writing about the newest free-to-play game to hit Android or discussing her paranoia about digital privacy and poor smartphone practices.

Your Android device has a ton of features and capabilities, but some of the most interesting ones you may not be aware of are its accessibility options.

While the iPad Mini is a solid tablet, it sure has its shortcomings. Here are some Android tablets that offer better performance than the iPad Mini.

Nvidia released the first Shield Android TV in 2015, and according to the company’s senior VP of hardware engineering, Andrew Bell, supporting these devices has been a labor of love. And the team at Nvidia still loves the Shield.