Not Android, not iOS: The only phone made in the US uses this unique OS

The only phone fabricated and assembled in the U.S. skips Android and iOS for a privacy-focused operating system built around ...
Android Police

Google has never been good with operating systems: Will the jump from ChromeOS to Android make a difference?

Zach was an Author at Android Police from January 2022 to June 2025. He specialized in Chromebooks, Android smartphones, Android apps, smart home devices, and Android services. Zach loves unique and ...
MUO on MSN

Before Android won, Samsung had its own phone OS — and it almost worked

Before One UI, Samsung had an entire operating system trying to escape Android’s shadow.

Android 17 will be the last major OS upgrade for these Samsung devices

These 19 Samsung Galaxy phones and tablets will get Android 17, but no major OS updates after. See the complete list here.
MacRumors

Google Debuts Android XR Operating System for Mixed Reality Headsets and Smart Glasses

Google today announced the launch of Android XR, an operating system created for extended reality (XR) headsets and smart glasses. Android XR is Google's equivalent of visionOS, the operating system ...
Android Authority

Can Harmony OS Next be a genuine Android alternative now?

From next year, HUAWEI is officially done with Android. Harmony OS Next will roll out to the company’s new Mate 70 and Mate X6 series in 2025, and the first handsets will ship exclusively with the OS ...
Digital Trends

I used a new type of smartphone that could replace Android

When you buy a phone today, your first decision is to decide which operating system you want: Android or iOS. We’ve seen other platforms come and go over the years, from Windows Phone to Palm OS, but ...
Liliputing

De-Googled Android operating system /e/OS V2 brings Android Auto support, UI and privacy enhancements

The /e/OS Foundation has been offering a de-Googled version of Android since 2018, with an emphasis on privacy and security. Now developers have introduced the biggest update in years. Among other ...
Android Police

5 ways Google migrating Chrome OS to Android is a good thing

Zach was an Author at Android Police from January 2022 to June 2025. He specialized in Chromebooks, Android smartphones, Android apps, smart home devices, and Android services. Zach loves unique and ...
ZDNet

How Google turns Android into a desktop OS in 5 steps

Previously, I discussed how Google's decision to merge ChromeOS and Android marks a critical moment for the company. While this merger is a positive step forward, it raises an important question: Can ...
Android Authority

Here's what I'll miss about Chrome OS once it turns into Android

I never thought the day would come, but Chrome OS has an expiration date. It’s not right around the corner — it’ll probably take a couple of years, but one day, all Chromebooks will run Android over ...

OnePlus Nord 6 Gets Six Years of Security Updates, Four Android Upgrades

OnePlus promises six years of security updates for the Nord 6 but only four Android upgrades, creating a potential gap for ...