For most people, Gmail has an all-too-familiar look. But the default theme with its clean (but bland) pure white background and red accents isn't your only option. Google offers a wide array of preset ...

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With a Google Pixel phone and Android 16, you can quickly create custom AI stickers straight from your phone's keyboard. Here's how.

Texting has taken over the world, especially as millennials and Gen Z ditch phone calls in favor of sending short text messages all day. Whether you prefer sending SMS or using an instant messaging ...

Building your own Android widget is easier than you think. Here's a guide to the best apps, setup process, and tips to kick off your first design.

Use a Square Image with a Transparent Background: For optimal results, use a square image with a transparent background. You can find such images online or create them using photo editing tools.

Android 12 brought with it the arrival of Material You, a one-step switch to theme your entire phone, from accents to apps, all based on your wallpaper. Creating custom looks for Material You colors, ...

Love it or hate it, you can't ignore Android 12's Material You dynamic color theming engine—at least on Pixel and Samsung phones. While Material You is certainly pretty to look at, the limited color ...

Android QPR2 Beta 2 began rolling out mere hours after the Made by Google event ended, and it makes a few key changes to the home screen. Namely, themed icons in Android 16 QPR2 Beta 2 are now ...