Over the years, I’ve noticed more Android apps now require monthly or yearly subscriptions instead of one-time purchases. Developers have started moving towards subscription-based pricing since it ...

Recurring charges can easily add up. CNBC picks the best apps to help you track and manage your paid subscriptions and memberships.

Elon Musk’s X is struggling on Android devices in terms of new installs, even while App Store downloads grow, according to new data from app intelligence provider Appfigures. In July 2025, X downloads ...

Dhruv Bhutani has been writing about consumer technology since 2008, offering deep insights into the Android smartphone landscape through features and opinion pieces. He joined Android Police in 2023, ...

Everybody loves free apps, but paid ones come with a host of exclusive features that make the user experience a lot better. For instance, YouTube Premium removes the ads, plays videos even if your ...

Anu is a Features author at Android Police. You'll find her writing in-depth pieces about automation tools, productivity apps, and explainers. Before joining AP, she used to write for prominent tech ...