Instagram released an unexpected customization option on Wednesday, giving users a set of new icons to use on their phone home screens and similar devices. But there's a catch. Altering the appearance ...

A Roku beta test may rearrange your home screen apps. This beta test is not opt-in. The redesign will prioritize the apps you use the most. Thanks to beta testing that's now rolling out to more users, ...

The official launch of Apple’s iOS 18 brought with it some fresh ways to customize your iPhone’s home screen. Rather than leaving unwanted apps hanging around like a bad smell in places you don’t want ...

With iOS 18, Apple has introduced a comprehensive set of tools that allow you to personalize your iPhone and iPad home screens in ways that are both practical and visually appealing. From customizing ...

Apple’s iOS 26 introduces the innovative “liquid glass” design, offering a dynamic and reflective aesthetic that transforms home screen customization. This futuristic design not only enhances visual ...

For , Apple introduced interactive widgets that let you control certain app functions right from the home screen or lock screen. Since then, you can tick items off your to-do list, press play on a ...

Imagine crafting the perfect wallpaper with snappy colors and a balanced composition. Now, imagine setting it, and it looks smeary. That crisp image you picked now looks like it's wearing a midday fog ...

Android Auto is preparing to add home screen widgets. The feature is codenamed “Earth” and will allow users to add widgets from their phone apps directly to the Android Auto dashboard. Some widgets ...

Tinkering with customizable gadgets can be a lot of fun. For example, grab any one of the best retro handhelds out there, and when you first get it, some setup is ...

Rajesh started following the latest happenings in the world of Android around the release of the Nexus One and Samsung Galaxy S. After flashing custom ROMs and kernels on his beloved Galaxy S, he ...

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