Jon Gilbert is a Features Writer for Android Police. I've covered Android since 2021, focusing on writing features and guides about Android apps and features that directly affect users. I've attended ...

If you're interested in installing an iOS beta on your device, you need to protect your data first with an important step ...

Apple’s default iCloud backup is convenient, but it quietly nudges iPhone owners into a monthly bill that can feel permanent once photos and videos pile up. A more private and potentially safer option ...

There are moments when you suddenly realize just how much of your life lives on your phone – and how painful it would be to lose it. Maybe you’re sending your phone in for repair. Or, maybe your ...

Google now counts Android backups like SMS, call history, and settings toward your Google storage quota. New backup controls let you choose exactly which data, including call history and settings, ...

With iPadOS 26, Apple added a dedicated Phone app to the iPad for the first time. It doesn't turn the tablet into a standalone phone, but it gives you access to your iPhone's line through Continuity.

Backing up your iPhone or iPad to your Mac is the fastest and most reliable way to protect your data, and is especially useful before updates, repairs, or device replacement. Local backups are like ...