Why Did Google Wait So Long For Android Desktop Mode? Given how seamlessly Android desktop mode reportedly works, even in beta, it's worth asking why Google waited until 2025 to implement it.

Google is enhancing Android's Desktop Mode with a new "pin to taskbar" feature for easier access to your favorite apps.

Android 17 will be coming in 2026, but we already know a fair bit of what's coming with the upcoming Android platform update thanks to leaks!

With desktop mode, Google could follow Samsung’s lead and fine-tune input responsiveness, shortcuts, and cursor behavior to make Android feel more like a desktop.

ChromeOS and Android are merging, and because Android 16's Desktop Mode is so good, I'm perfectly fine with it.

Android 15 could include a somewhat usable desktop mode to make the OS a more competent productivity platform. Google shifted its focus to improving its desktop mode ...

Samsung DeX may soon have competition built right into the operating system, with Android 15's Desktop Mode.

Google is still working on Android's desktop mode, and new findings suggest it may be able to work on a tablet display directly.

Information has been circulating about a heavily improved Android desktop mode that allows you to use your tablet like a mini desktop PC.

Google is actively developing Android Desktop Mode to rival Samsung's desktop experience, aka DeX.

Android 16’s Fresh Look: What to Expect on September 3 Android 16 is now live for Pixel devices, but major features like Material 3 Expressive UI and desktop mode are expected in the QPR1 update.