Hi all, I wanted to transfer a couple of video files from my Windows 11 Home PC to my Pixel 8a last night and thought I'd use the cable I have installed anyway that connects to my Xbox Series ...

Whatever the reason you need to plug your Android into your computer, here's how to address if it's not connecting.

The Android 15 Developer Preview 2 now requires users to authenticate themselves if they want to change USB modes. That means someone with your unlocked phone can’t access your data via a computer.

A USB connection links your Android phone to a computer to transfer files without an internet connection. You'll choose which files to move to avoid transferring things you don't want.

To connect your phone to a TV using a USB cable and MHL, first hook up your phone via an MHL adapter. The adapter will require power either from a USB port on the cable or an external source.

PC users will be able to see their Android phone’s files in File Explorer without needing to connect via USB.

The Pixel 8 supports display mirroring via USB-C, which allows you to share your phone's screen content on a compatible display. DisplayPort via USB-C on Pixel phones was previously locked at a ...

Connecting your Android device to a Windows 11 PC offers numerous benefits. You can easily transfer photos, run apps, send messages, and receive notifications directly on your PC.