You should see a prompt to install a new version of Android whenever one is available for your device. Follow the on-screen prompts or walk through these steps to ...

Keeping your Android device updated is a good idea. It helps with security and sometimes adds new features. Plus, it just ...

If you have an Android device, a system update might be waiting for you. Here's what the update includes and how you can download it.

Google has rolled out its December security update. The update patches 107 security vulnerabilities. Two of the security flaws may have already been exploited. Constantly keeping all your hardware and ...

Nick is a Features author who's been writing for fellow tech geeks since 2011. While he's mostly focused on phones, he's also thrilled by cameras and audio gear of all shapes and sizes. On weekends, ...

Do you need to update a smartphone's apps or operating system as soon as possible, though? And if not, how long can you ...

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 ...

Update, June 28, 2025: This story, originally published on June 27, has been updated with advice from Google on how to check and update your Android version in response to the news that Chrome will ...