Android Authority

Android 16 Beta 2 lets you double press the power button to open Google Wallet

Android 16 Beta 2 introduces a new “double press power button” menu. This menu lets you choose between launching the camera app or the default wallet app when double pressing the power button.
Android Authority

Gemini Live is ready to overtake your Android phone's power button (Updated: Better screenshots)

Google could soon allow users to launch Gemini Live using two gestures. We’ve spotted a new Launch Live option in Gemini settings that will let you enable the upcoming gestures. In addition to the ...
9to5google

Android 16 prepares to let you swap power button camera shortcut for Google Wallet

Google is toying with a new setting that would allow users to swap Android’s double-tap power button shortcut that currently opens the camera to instead open Google Wallet and other wallet apps, and ...
Android Police

I unlocked the full potential of my phone's power button with these 8 tricks

Irene Okpanachi is a Features writer, covering mobile and PC guides that help you understand your devices. She has five years' experience in the Tech, E-commerce, and Food niches. Particularly, the ...

Your smartphone power button has hidden features - Here’s how to use them smartly

Your smartphone's power button hides powerful shortcuts for camera, flashlight, emergency SOS, screenshots, and more. Discover smart settings that transform this simple button into a productivity and ...