5 Android widgets I use every single day — and none of them are made by Google

Looking for some widget recommendations outside of the usual Google-made suspects? Here are a few of my personal favorites.
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What’s new in Android’s July 2026 Google System Updates

The monthly “Google System Release Notes” primarily detail what’s new in Play services, Play Store, and Play system update ...
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All Android backup data now counts toward your Google Account storage, but it won’t take up much space

Google is making a policy change to Android backups that adjusts what counts towards your Google Account storage.
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I am switching from OneNote to Google Keep on Android because of this single feature

Parth is a technology analyst and writer specializing in the comprehensive review and feature exploration of the Android ecosystem. His work focus on productivity apps and flagship devices, ...

I tried this hidden Google Maps trick in Android Auto; now every drive feels smarter

Android Auto already does the basics well. It shows my route, plays my music, reads my messages, and keeps the phone out of ...
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Your Android phone keeps a log of every notification you accidentally dismissed — this is how to access it

Here's how to unlock Android's built-in Notification History and recover dismissed messages.

Android 17 can already be installed on more than 20 phones today, and the brands on the compatibility list reveal who Google really left behind

Android 17 is here! See if your Pixel or Galaxy device is supported and learn how to update safely without risking your data.