Having notification icons in the status bar is one of Android’s advantages. That is not something iOS offers, and it’s a really neat feature to have. You can always glance at the status bar to see if ...

Android 15 will arrive on phones in the next few weeks. The upcoming update is creating excitement with its new features and improvements. Hints from the source code, released earlier this month, ...

CNET's Jessica Dolcourt gets up to her elbows in iOS 5 notifications--and how they both mimic and differ from Android alerts. Jessica Dolcourt VP, Content Operations and Commerce, CNET Group and CNET ...

Apple may not have added support for Android-style home screen widgets to iOS 5, but the company did add a weather forecast utility and support for stock information to the Notification Center. When ...

In 2026, the notification situation has clearly gotten out of hand. The sheer number of apps on the average person's device means that, potentially, you could scroll for hours before you ever find the ...

The Android notification area is a place to see information about missed calls, incoming email messages, music that’s currently playing, and all sorts of other information. If you happen to have a ...

Nirave Gondhia is the Founder & Chief Evangelist at House of Technology, with over 18 years of experience reviewing consumer technology. He's excited about foldable phones and has a unique perspective ...

At the heart of this update is the integration of Android 16’s live updates into the Now Bar, allowing notifications to become more timely, relevant, and actionable. This feature adapts to your ...

Scott Webster has spent the better part of his adult life playing with cell phones and gadgets. When not looking for the latest Android news and rumors, he relaxes with his wife and son. Scott also is ...

With each new release of One UI for Samsung phones and tablets, we get more personalization and customization options. Samsung's new One UI 7 update (Android 15) has a lot to offer, and I love the new ...