Google, Android and desktop mode

More Android phones could finally get a desktop mode
The latest beta for Android 16 just landed, and we’re starting to see what Google has planned for Android devices. The folks at Android Authority were able to dig into the software and find out that Google is looking to bring a new desktop mode named Desktop View.
Your Android phone just got a major audio upgrade for free - Google and Samsung models included
People who wear GN Hearing, Starkey, or Jabra hearing aids can access this feature, provided they have a compatible smartphone. Currently, Samsung Galaxy smartphones running UI 7 or Android 15, and Google Pixel 9 smartphones running the Android 16 beta, are Auracast-compatible.
Google releases Android 16 Beta 3 for Pixel phones: Here’s what’s new
If you own an eligible Pixel phone, now might be a good time to test the Android 16 Beta 3 update—but remember, since this is a beta version, it may contain bugs. Stay tuned for more details on its stable release.
Turns out, Google hasn’t forgotten about Android desktop mode
Android 16 could make your Android device more like Windows and other desktop OSs. The Latest Tech News, Delivered to Your Inbox
Google is working on a new desktop mode for Android phones called Desktop View
Google is testing Desktop View in Android 16, a full-fledged desktop mode experience that could rival Samsung DeX.
Google's dormant desktop mode gets a big boost on Android 16 Beta 3
Android 16 Beta 3 is improving external display support for a more desktop-like experience. A new “Enable desktop experience features” setting in developer options could let you run desktop mode on just an external display or both your phone and monitor at once.
Android 16’s latest beta adds an iPhone-like Battery Health tool
Android 16’s latest beta adds a Battery Health dashboard that shows them the chemical aging status of their phone’s battery ...
How I customize my Android home screen to make it truly mine
Google's mobile operating system gives you a lot of leeway to make your phone more personal, and a lot more beautiful.
Wallpaper Wednesday: More great phone wallpapers for all to share (March 12)
Looking for some new Android wallpapers? Here's the Android Authority Wallpaper Wednesday roundup for March 12, 2025.
Google Photos for Android gets the 'Undo device backup' feature
Google has finally started rolling out the "Undo Device Backup" feature for the Google Photos app on Android devices.
Android's AI is scanning your phone for scam activity now in two ways
It seems like scammers are everywhere these days. Here are two new ways Google aims to tackle the problem on Android.