One UI 8.5 includes a new, Pixel-like lock screen feature that lets you add AI-generated weather effects to your lock screen ...

Google's Pixel lineup of phones are packed with smart features - but a few setting tweaks can make them even better.

We spend so much time customizing our Google Pixel wallpapers, widgets, and home screens, yet most of us ignore the two most visible elements of the entire UI: the default lock screen shortcuts. For ...

Android 16 QPR1 Beta 1 brings the new Magic Portrait feature on Pixel devices, which enhances lock screens with frames and dynamic weather effects. You can choose from different weather effects or cut ...

The Pixel 10 hit store shelves with Android 16 QPR1, which alters how lock screen notifications are presented. If you’re not used to it, the sudden change can be a little disorienting. The new ...

Google is working on some changes and refinements for Android 16 to improve the UI and user experience. Recent findings point to a new version of Material Design that aims to be more “expressive.” Now ...

Android 16 QPR1 Beta 1 adds lock screen clock customization to the Pixel Tablet. The new beta allows users to adjust the style, color, and size of the lock screen clock on the slate. It looks like you ...

Samsung's One UI is one of the most feature-rich Android skins, but even it has its limits. That’s where Good Lock comes in, ...

It’s no secret Samsung is working on One UI 8.5 ahead of the Galaxy S26 launch early next year. While we’re still pretty far out from any sort of public beta, the company’s internal build continues to ...

Taylor worked with AP from 2018 to 2025, most recently as Google Editor. Android 16's initial release is available on Pixel phones right now, but it's pretty light on new user-facing features. The big ...