These are the basic competencies expected (and tested for during the 1st in person interview) by a large, very visible InfoSec company I think it is a good base competency list for anyone looking to ...

Rooting or jailbreaking a phone isn't as hard as it once was. The process does involve considerable risk. Some reasons might make you want to try. Many years ago, when I first heard about rooting ...

What are the facts behind the new spyware furor. Updated Nov. 18 with Samsung’s response to the AppCloud controversy. You may not have seen the headlines yet ...

Android Recovery Mode lets you carry out maintenance on your phone, including pushing through updates and performing hard resets, so it can be a useful option if all else fails. However, different ...

Nearly three weeks after the stable launch of Windows 11, Microsoft has started rolling out Android app support to Beta testers in the US. Currently, you need an Amazon US account to run and install ...

Tired of the limitations imposed on your Xiaomi TV Box S 2nd Gen (Jaws)? Yearning for more control, customization, and access to advanced features? Rooting your Android TV device can unlock a whole ...

OEM unlocking is a setting in Android that lets you unlock the bootloader to customize your phone, but if it's greyed out, you can't do advanced modifications. Common reasons include recent resets, ...

Turning an Amazon Fire tablet into a device that feels like a stock Android tablet involves several steps, including installing the Google Play Store, changing the launcher, and disabling ...

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 ...

The Android mobile operating system doesn't have many limitations or restrictions, but there are a few drawbacks. You can customize your device as much as you want ...