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I don't care about Android's desktop mode until apps use the whole screen

After years of development and teasing, Google rolled out an impressive new Desktop Mode with the March 2026 Feature Drop. When connected to an external display, it turns your phone or tablet into ...

Android 17 users report touchscreen issue on Pixel phones affecting games and full-screen apps

Pixel users running Android 17 are reporting parts of the display becoming unresponsive while gaming or using certain ...
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This tiny Google Translate change could have a big impact on your foreign travels

Google Translate is testing a full-screen view for translated text. This should enhance both in-person and online interactions. Google is also testing new button configurations for its upcoming AI ...
Android

Android 17 Will Put Full-Screen Apps on Your Always-On Display

Android 17 will introduce ‘Min Mode,’ a feature that evolves the Always-On Display (AOD) by allowing apps to show full-screen, low-power interfaces. This enables rich, glanceable content, like Google ...

How to use screen mirroring on Roku with your Android phone

Android phones that support Miracast can mirror to Roku devices. Google Pixels do not, but Samsung phones have expanded functionality through Miracast.
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Android Auto’s Massive Update Brings Edge-To-Edge Maps To Every Car Screen

Google is giving Android Auto a full refresh. The smartphone mirroring system will now automatically adapt to the shape of the car’s screen. This means no more black borders, even on round, ...