In recent years, iOS has started to catch up to Android when it comes to customization, but Android is still well in the lead. That's partly because it supports alternative launchers, which replace of ...

Windows Launcher for Android recreates the old-school Windows XP look and feel for free, while being compatible with most ...

Although Android launchers aren't quite as popular as they used to be in the early days of Google's mobile operating system, they still offer one of the easiest ways to personalize a key aspect of ...

First it was ChatGPT Go getting ads, now your Home Screen can't escape them. It's the Ad-pocalypse.

Matthew is the Apps and Games Editor at Android Police. He's been gaming since his first taste of a TI-99 at four years old. Matthew has been an Android user since the HTC Hero and has covered ...

Google has rolled out a long-missing Pixel Launcher shortcut that lets users open apps instantly from the search bar using ...

Instabridge acquires Nova Launcher, and the latest update has alarmed users with the addition of Facebook Ads and Google AdMob trackers, raising serious privacy questions about the popular Android ...

The Android ecosystem in 2025 continues to dominate the mobile landscape with its unparalleled ability to adapt to user preferences. Whether you prioritize sleek aesthetics, enhanced functionality, or ...

Nova Launcher appeared to be nearing the end of its road late last year, but recent developments suggest the app will ...

Ben Khalesi writes about where artificial intelligence, consumer tech, and everyday technology intersect for Android Police. With a background in AI and Data Science, he’s great at turning geek speak ...