I gave my Pixel a desktop makeover without replacing the phone or changing how I use Android.

I've been writing about Android since 2011, with a focus on device reviews, Samsung and Google Pixel hardware, and the latest happenings in the ecosystem. In my entire writing career, I've reviewed ...

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David Nield is a technology journalist from Manchester in the U.K. who has been writing about gadgets and apps for more than 20 years. He has a bachelor's degree in English Literature from Durham ...

In the ever-evolving world of mobile technology, Android launchers have become indispensable tools for personalizing and optimizing your smartphone experience. As we step into 2025, these launchers ...

Although stock launchers give you a clean setup for your phone's home screen, they're pretty limited in terms of customization. The cracks start showing up when you try to move widgets to any part of ...

When you think of Microsoft, the likes of Windows, Office, and Bing probably come to mind. I doubt that “creator of a brilliant Android launcher” would spring to mind. Since receiving a Pixel 8, I’ve ...

Pixel Launcher location-based app suggestions: what a new code clue does (and doesn't) confirm Google may be testing location as a new signal for ...