I reclaimed my attention span by allowing Android to hide my alerts for hours at a time

Snoozing your notifications is exactly what it sounds like — it is similar to an alarm clock: the snooze feature lets you ...
Android Authority

Thread has a new app to take the guesswork out of smart home troubleshooting

Thread is introducing its Thread Tools app for viewing the status of your home’s smart device network. The open source app is now in beta testing on both Android and iOS. We also learn about new ...
The Verge

All the latest news on Android 17, Wear OS 7, and Android XR

Google’s Android 17 update includes highlights like new floating “Bubble” app windows for easier multitasking, a Screen Reaction recording mode, and a 50/50 split gaming mode for foldable phones.
The Verge

Android 17 arrives on Pixel phones today

Plus more Pixel-exclusive features in the June Pixel Drop. Plus more Pixel-exclusive features in the June Pixel Drop. is a news editor with over a decade’s experience in journalism. He previously ...
Android

Threads Hits 500 Million Active Users That Are Actually Staying

Threads has announced that it has reached 500 million monthly active users. The company is crediting this milestone to the communities feature. In addition to this announcement, Threads is also ...
It’s Nice That

Studio Nari wordmark gives Threads a voice of its own

Studio Nari’s new wordmark for Threads helps the platform step out from Instagram’s shadow, with a flowing – yet chiselled – design that reflects the momentum and immediacy of IRL conversation.
Android Authority

Google TV Streamer update unlocks a major hidden upgrade for your smart home setup

Google has rolled out the UTTK.260317.003 build for the Google TV Streamer, marking its first major OTA update of 2026 and upgrading it to the April 2026 security patch level. The update quietly ...