The following list shows the button combinations for popular Android-based devices. If you don't see your device manufacturer ...

To roll back to an older version of Android using the Android Flash Tool, do this: Plug your Google Pixel device into a USB ...

We want to take a moment to remind you to back up your iPhones or Android devices. Data preservation, easier device upgrades, protection against malicious actors, and preservation of cherished ...

Android's latest Play Services update now ensures your Theft Protection settings are automatically backed up and restored.

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New findings suggest that Android devices may soon be able to include your SIM in a device backup, potentially making it that much easier to swap phones. Device backups currently save things such as ...

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While most new phones are eschewing SD card slots, Android still supports devices that are capable of expanding total storage capacity. Here's how to set it up.