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Background apps on Android are those apps that continue running even when they're not visible on the screen. For instance, you've opened Instagram and are scrolling through reels. When you switch to ...

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 ...

There are three things that are certain in life: death, taxes, and Google restricting background work. With every new Android release, Google seemingly further restricts what apps running in the ...

Android 17 is introducing stricter rules for apps that play audio in the background. Apps will need to be actively in use or use approved background services to control audio playback. The change aims ...

How many apps do you have running in the background on your Android device? Don't worry—you're not alone if you have several. For instance, right now, I only have three apps open, including the ...