Developing Android applications seems like it should be fairly straightforward if you believe the glossy marketing by Google and others. It’s certainly possible to just follow the well-trodden path, ...

Google plans to move all development of Android OS behind closed doors so that the process will no longer be visible to the public. This change is a big shift for Android, which has long allowed ...

In a nutshell: Google has confirmed that it will now develop Android privately as part of its efforts to streamline the development process. However, the company has assured users and developers that ...

Most Android phones today have a hidden Developer Options menu. Despite its name, it isn’t just for app developers. Android keeps certain advanced system controls here because they aren’t intended for ...

Ultimate Summary: Google will start developing Android OS behind closed doors, starting next week. Not to be confused with taking Android closed-source, as Google will continue to open source the code ...

Even if you’re a smartphone pro, there could be a lot to learn in the sections below. But if you’re new to the world of smartphones — or just the world of Android — this is the perfect place to get up ...

Skip the optimizer apps. Simply enable Android Developer Options to unlock these performance-enhancing features. It's much ...