Despite its limitations, OxygenOS 14 on the OnePlus Open offers one of the best Android foldable experiences on the market. However, the OnePlus Open's software is marred by a large number of preinstalled apps. While some are useful, others should be uninstalled instantly to avoid negatively affecting your experience.

Android 14 QPR3 won't be out for the masses until June, but we already have a decent idea about what it will bring to the table, thanks to beta releases. The second Android 14 QPR3 beta dropped this week, and although some are experiencing bricked devices while sideloading the update, we've learned a fair bit more about what the next quarterly platform release (QPR) will look like. Android sleuth Mishaal Rahman has detailed several of the changes, both big and small, included with the new release. We can now add another to the list, focusing on physical keyboards.

The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is one of the best Samsung phones. It evokes the spirit of more expensive Samsung flagships at an affordable price. It's still a Samsung phone, and it comes with bloatware and unnecessary preinstalled apps. We show you the apps and system apps you can safely remove on your Galaxy S23 FE. If you're uninstalling apps to save space, try these tips to free up storage space on your Android phone. Otherwise, read on to clear your phone of all the apps you don't need.

Android is the most popular mobile operating system, but that doesn't mean it's the only choice for device makers. Big-name companies such as Samsung develop and sell the most affordable Android smartphones. There is also the idea of creating an Android OS replacement that is preinstalled with a device and focused on privacy and security. Apostrophy OS aims for just that. It offers Android-like features while giving users more control over their data. This guide covers Apostrophy OS to help you better understand this new mobile operating system.

Your smartphone is a tech gateway to the web. It stores your credentials and adds a security layer to your Google account. As such, you probably don't want to share your mobile phone number with just anybody. Doing so could lead to your digits ending up in the hands of telemarketers or spam callers. There's a way around it: a burner number.

Investing in a good pair of headphones or earbuds can make a big difference in your daily routine. Whether you're commuting to work, doing household chores, or working out, listening to your favorite music, audiobooks, or podcasts can make these tasks more enjoyable. With the right headphones, you can take your audio experience to the next level and enrich your life.

Streaming services have taken over as one of the best ways to catch the latest movies. Whether they're making a stop in theaters before rolling out digital rentals or they launch as first-run originals from the likes of Netflix, Apple TV, or HBO; we're rounding up the best titles so you're not left in the dark — until it's time to start the film, that is. Check back each week (usually on Friday) to see the latest additions for movies that are now available to stream, the latest theatrical releases, and movies coming next week.

Meta is continuously rolling out new features for its apps to enhance the user experience, and this applies to WhatsApp perhaps more than any of the company's offerings. The end-to-end encrypted instant messaging service was recently spotted piloting a feature that allows users to transform any image into a sticker, for instance. While this certainly adds another layer of personalization to the app, the usability of such features invites some privacy questions. Now, it looks like Meta could be addressing these concerns before they become problematic.

It has been a long while since Google gave us new wallpapers in a feature drop, leaving us personalization enthusiasts waiting for new device-exclusive ones while sifting through a barrage of AI-generated wallpapers on the Pixel 8 series. However, Google has since launched a new mint colorway for the device, while anticipation builds for the Pixel 8a, which is next in line. Although the mint colorway didn’t have exclusive wallpapers from the get-go, Google is finally giving Pixel Superfans a few, but that means you can download them too.

When Motorola launched its Edge+ flagship phone in 2023, it was looking to carve out a bigger spot for itself in a crowded market. While many people were already satisfied with their Samsung or Apple devices, others were on the hunt for something new — especially those who had previously used a phone from LG, which left the sector. In the end, the Edge+ (2023) surpassed expectations with ample battery life, a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC, and 512GB of onboard storage. As anticipation for the Edge+ 2024 continues to grow, new leaks suggest that the device could differentiate itself in aesthetic ways this time around.