Learn how to customize GitHub Copilot in Android Studio with instructions, prompts, chat agents, and automated commits.

Keeping up with the latest developer android com tools releases platform-tools can feel like a full-time job. New versions of Android Studio and the SDK tools drop regularly, each bringing changes ...

Google Design has an interesting article this week about “Designing for Transparent Screens” and the work that went into ...

Google has introduced a new set of design principles inspired by human vision for Android XR glasses with transparent displays.

These days, smartphone users want instantaneous feedback and responsiveness from their apps and experiences. That’s easier said than done, though. It requires more than just clean, frontend code. It ...

Jetpack technology is getting better, and maybe someday, jetpacks will be available for your everyday commute. But what if, instead of just using a jetpack for a short trip, you went straight up?

Since its release this past September, Google’s Material 3 Expressive UI has quickly become my favorite Android skin around. The bouncy, responsive animations, big buttons, and distinctive ...

Android launchers let you replace your default home screen. Six top launchers offer unique features, styles, and pricing. A new launcher can make your phone feel fresh and faster. One of the main ...

Android 17 will drop sometime in June 2026. This new release is all about adding polish. Listed here are known, rumored, and wishlist features. It's that time of year when Android users (and pundits) ...

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