I tried Pixel Desktop Mode — these 8 tips made me an Android PC power user

These quick tips help you master your Google Pixel's new Desktop Mode with the best shortcuts, setup tricks, and workflow improvements.

I test drove the new Android Desktop Mode with my Pixel, and it genuinely wowed me

I test drove the new Android Desktop Mode with my Pixel, and it genuinely wowed me ...

Pixel’s Desktop Mode is amazing — until you hit this one frustration

I’ve been testing Android Desktop Mode on my Pixel with the March Pixel Drop. Here’s what I love, what frustrates me so far.
Geeky Gadgets

Android 16 Desktop Mode on Pixel 9 Pro XL is Awesome

What if your smartphone could replace your laptop? With the introduction of Android 16’s desktop mode, the Pixel 9 Pro XL is making that vision a reality. Imagine plugging your phone into an external ...

Google March Pixel Drop Adds Gemini Tasks, Desktop Mode

Google’s March 2026 Pixel Drop adds Gemini automation, Circle to Search upgrades, desktop mode, and new security features for ...

Google brings Android’s desktop mode to Pixel devices

Google is bringing a new desktop mode to its Pixel phones and tablets. The feature comes as part of Google’s March Pixel drop, allowing users with a Pixel 8 and newer to connect their device to an ...
Lifehacker

How (and Why) to Use Your Steam Deck's 'Desktop' Mode

The Steam Deck makes your PC games feel like they were built for handheld gaming, but it's kind of like a fancy illusion. Under the hood, the Steam Deck is essentially a Linux PC that employs a user ...
Hosted on MSN

iOS 19 could add a desktop mode to iPhone — and that’s a fantastic idea

There’s a lot set to arrive in iOS 19, but the one feature that’s really piqued my interest is the prospect of improved external display support. According to leaker Majin Bu, iOS 19 will let USB-C ...