Choose between the four best private DNS options – AdGuard DNS, NextDNS, RethinkDNS, and Control D to block ads on Android. Go to Settings > search for “Private DNS” > add the DNS of your choice > ...

Most folks think that a custom DNS provider is all about those marginal speed gains. In reality, that's only a snippet of why swapping to an alternative DNS provider is worthwhile. Your default ISP ...

Readers quick to suggest I try NextDNS to block ads on Android, but judging my a recent survey, few actually use it ...

Nikhil’s passion for technology began in 2016 when he unlocked the bootloader of his first Android phone, the Sony Xperia Tipo. Since then, he has authored over 1,500 articles and has written content ...

I recently wrote an article explaining why I prefer using a dedicated ad-blocking app on Android over the Private DNS feature. It seems many readers weren’t too happy with my conclusion. In fact, in a ...

Popular ad-blockers aren't always the most accessible option. Some VPN services, like NordVPN and Surfshark, included ad-blocking within their apps, but you're paying a premium for the full package ...

I’ve been covering Android since 2023, when I joined Android Police, mostly focusing on AI and everything around Pixel and Galaxy phones. I’ve got a bachelor’s in IT with a major in AI, so I naturally ...