Blue: Supporting USB 3.0 SuperSpeed technology and above, blue ports identify a device capable of fast data transfer: up to 5 Gbps (that's 5,000 Mbps) -- a significant jump from previous generations.

As an Android user, you’re likely always on the lookout for gadgets that can enhance your device’s functionality and make ...

Android 15 brings a slew of features over Android 14 and you can try them by installing Android 15 Beta. There are three ways to install Android 15 Beta — Enrolling your device, using the Flash tool, ...

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 ...

Google’s Advanced Protection is a newly added core security feature for Pixel and Android 16 devices. Think of it as Google’s toughest security feature yet ...

Hidden away in your Android phone's developer settings is a powerful feature called USB debugging. It's a special mode that opens a direct line of communication between your smartphone and a computer, ...

Google is adding an optional Android 16 feature to disable USB data access when the phone is locked for enhanced security. This protects against attackers from using USB devices to extract data or ...

Jon has been an author at Android Police since 2021. He primarily writes features and editorials covering the latest Android news, but occasionally reviews hardware and Android apps. His favorite ...

Did you know that there’s an incredibly useful feature offered by Android Debug Bridge (ADB) that lets you manage Android devices without the hassle of cables? You can now use a wireless ADB ...

With the latest Android theft protection security features, you can prevent access to the data on your smartphone if it’s stolen. You can enable your smartphone to ...