Google has been working on a new desktop mode for Android for a while, but it seems like it might work beyond just an external monitor, as new evidence suggests it could run directly on a tablet’s own ...

In a nutshell: Google has been working to bring a "proper" desktop mode to Android for quite some time. The feature was first introduced in 2019 with Android 10, but it wasn't intended for end-users.

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Google will introduce a new desktop mode on Android 16. Thanks to Samsung, this feature will attempt to compete with its own DeX experience, letting users run apps on resizable windows, with a taskbar ...

Android has matured dramatically over the years, but one area where it still feels half-baked is desktop-style productivity. In this case, Samsung is ahead of the curve with Samsung DeX. Introduced in ...

Google is introducing a desktop mode to Android 16 with features like desktop windowing and connected displays. Desktop mode is reserved for Android 16 QPR1, not the main release today, and will be ...

A potential desktop mode for Android 15 has been the subject of rumors for a while now. Currently, it’s unlikely to be ready for the first stable build, but new findings suggest that development is ...

Google created Companion mode for Meet to offer a second screen for people in hybrid calls. Originally available for computers, last year Google expanded access to Android and iOS. Today Companion ...

App crashes happen, and they’re usually not a big deal. However, if you run into this common Android problem more than most people, it may suggest a bigger problem is at play. If you’re trying to ...

spacedesk is a free program that turns an Android tablet into a portable display for your Windows PC that you can easily carry with you anywhere. You can use it when you need extra screen space or ...

Google is enhancing Android’s Desktop Mode with a new “pin to taskbar” feature. This allows users to conveniently pin favorite apps for quick access, improving app management. It marks a significant ...

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