As a platform, Android's key strength is arguably flexibility. The software on one device can look radically different from another, even if there's a core underlying interface. There's often more ...

Pixel 8 and newer phones now have access to Desktop Mode. Android Desktop Mode turns your phone into a full-blown desktop experience. You'll need an external monitor, a USB mouse, and a keyboard. More ...

Android 16 desktop mode finally gives Pixel users a real desktop experience, but the comparison with Samsung DeX shows how much more polished Samsung’s vision still is.

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Before USB-C entered the scene in 2014, smartphones used mini USB and micro USB, as well as the Lightning Port, exclusive to Apple devices.

Person connecting a USB flash drive to a phone - Vershinin89/Shutterstock We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Universal Serial Bus (USB) is a ...

If you're ever in a place where you need internet in a pinch, or your home network is down, you can actually rely on your Android phone for a temporary connection. USB tethering allows you to connect ...