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I don't care about Android's desktop mode until apps use the whole screen

After years of development and teasing, Google rolled out an impressive new Desktop Mode with the March 2026 Feature Drop. When connected to an external display, it turns your phone or tablet into ...
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Android 17 Will Put Full-Screen Apps on Your Always-On Display

Android 17 will introduce ‘Min Mode,’ a feature that evolves the Always-On Display (AOD) by allowing apps to show full-screen, low-power interfaces. This enables rich, glanceable content, like Google ...
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Android Auto’s Massive Update Brings Edge-To-Edge Maps To Every Car Screen

Google is giving Android Auto a full refresh. The smartphone mirroring system will now automatically adapt to the shape of the car’s screen. This means no more black borders, even on round, ...
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Android Auto tests a smarter way to display games on your screen (APK teardown)

Android Auto is changing how games are displayed. Games no longer take up the whole screen when opened. Users no longer have to swipe down to see the back and exit buttons. A wave of changes is headed ...