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5 Best Browser-Based Design Tools for Android Users in 2026

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Introduction 

Designers often use Android phones for different creative purposes like creating social media posts or designing basic marketing visuals. Browser-based design tools make this even easier because they work online and don’t require any software installation.

I decided to first test some popular browser-based design tools on Android. This review shares the experience, main features, pros, and perfect user scenarios of each tool. Let’s get started! 

Why Browser-Based Design Tools Are Perfect for Android Users

  • No need to download or install: These tools operate solely within your browser, so you don’t have to deal with the installation of large apps.
  • Save storage space: As everything is done in the cloud, the tools allow you to keep your Android device storage less used.h
  • AI and cloud processing: Aside from the help of AI, several tools make use of cloud computing for faster and better design performance.
  • Simple sharing and collaboration: Users can simply share links and work on designs simultaneously without the need to transfer files.
  • Same projects, different devices: Since files are always online, you can work on your designs anytime and anywhere.

Key Features to Look for in a Browser-Based Design Tool

  • User-friendly design: The tool should function smoothly on Android devices.
  • Cloud storage and syncing: There is no need to save projects manually because they should be saved automatically and remain synced between devices.
  • AI-powered features: Time-consuming tasks can be avoided using fantastic features such as background removal, image enhancement, and design suggestions.
  • Collaboration tools: Real-time editing and easy sharing, among other features, can facilitate teamwork greatly.
  • Multiple export formats: A good design tool will support formats such as PNG, JPG, PDF, and SVG.

 

5 Best Browser-Based Design Tools for Android Users

Zawa AI — Best for AI-Powered Branding and Image Enhancement

I tried out Zawa AI photo enhancer (previously X-Design) by loading several low-quality, blurry pictures from my phone. 

First, I used the image enhancer and 4K upscaler, and it was obvious right away how much better the images looked. They became sharper and more usable in only a few seconds. Even the tiniest details that were previously invisible became much clearer.

Besides that, I tried background removal and object removal on a product photo. It worked well and made the image quite clean without me needing to do any extra work. Another thing that I liked is the batch feature. It can take care of up to 20 images simultaneously. That is helpful when you have lots of photos. In general, it seems easy to use and good for quick image fixes and branding work.

 

Aside from photo enhancing, Zawa AI also has a complete AI design ecosystem with capabilities like free Logo Maker, banner creator, photo editing suite, and creative generators for social media and branding. What I liked the most is that it uses cloud-based processing and provides fast export of images (PNG, JPG, SVG), also has a stock of up-to-date templates, and enables Android users to create professional assets directly through their browser. 

Use case: Creating brand assets, enhancing product photos, designing marketing visuals, and generating professional logos directly from an Android browser.

Canva — Best for Social Media Graphics

Canva is a design platform that runs on browsers and it is a great tool for Android users to make beautiful graphics for social media, presentations, posters, logos, and other marketing materials. It has thousands of ready-to-use templates, drag and drop editor, and brand kits.  

I also explored features like Magic Resize, background remover, and text-to-image. Magic Resize was a life saver for me to easily transform the designs between various platforms. When I tried the background remover on a product image, the result was quite nice and clean. On the whole, Canva appeared to be a user friendly and quick tool for generating social media graphics and simple marketing designs.

Figma — Best for UI/UX Design

I experimented with Figma on an Android device via browser in order to find out its performance on UI/UX design. At first, I thought the interface was a bit complicated, but after getting used to it, it worked pretty smoothly.

I even experimented with real-time collaboration by sharing the file. All users were able to view and edit the design simultaneously. The app design-related features such as frames, components, and prototyping tools came in handy. To sum up, Figma is probably more geared up for UI/UX projects than making simple graphics.

Adobe Express — Best for Quick Professional Designs

Adobe Express is a web-based design tool through which Android users can easily and quickly create high-quality visuals, social media posts and flyers. 

Initially, I took advantage of ready-made templates and the drag-and-drop editor. Adjusting things was a breeze, even on a tiny screen.

Additionally, I tried with features such as auto-resize, stock images, and AI tools. Auto-resize allowed me to easily convert one design into different platform formats. The stock library helped me to look for suitable images elsewhere. Putting it all together, Adobe Express seemed efficient and handy for whipping up neat, professional-looking designs in a short frame of time.

Pixlr — Best for Browser-Based Photo Editing

I gave Pixlr a shot on Android via the browser to edit photos and create images. It’s a fully online service so there’s no need to download an app at all. I directly edited and enhanced a few photos from my phone. It felt like a feature-rich photo editor running inside the browser.

Besides that, I also explored its AI-powered features such as generating images, background removal, object removal, generative fill, face swapping. All of this was happening within one platform. Pixlr allowed me to upscale pictures, reduce noise, and quickly enhance with one click. Creating collages and advanced layer editing are also possible with Pixlr which makes it more than just a basic editor. In a nutshell, it reminds me of a compactly powered editing tool like those on desktop.

How to choose the right browser-based design tool for your needs

    • Love branding or making logos? Then, consider Zawa AI, which is full of AI-driven branding and logo-making features.
  • As a professional UI/UX designer, you may want to leave simpler platforms behind and follow more advanced ones such as Figma that offer prototyping features, as well as collaboration features.
  • If it is a teamwork environment that you are aiming at, then pick those that give you real-time editing, comments, and shared workspaces.

Tips for getting the best design experience on Android

  • Use a modern browser: Chrome or Edge ensures better performance and compatibility. 
  • Enable desktop mode when needed: Helps access full tool features on smaller screens. 
  • Maintain a stable internet connection: Ensures smooth cloud-based editing and saving. 
  • Use cloud storage for larger projects: Keeps files safe and easily accessible across devices. 

Conclusion

I have experimented with a few web-based design tools running on Android, and my overall experience was pleasant. These tools now offer an exceptional capability for top-tier visual creation without running heavy apps. Be it AI image editing, brand creation, social media post designing, UI designing, or even photo enhancing, all can be achieved using only a browser.

After experimenting with various solutions, I found Zawa AI to be the most impressive. This platform offers image enhancing, logo creation, background removal, as well as many other AI-powered design features.

 

Google Chrome’s next update could be bad news for ad blocker users

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What you need to know

  • Google is finally removing Manifest V2 support, ending compatibility with many older Chrome extensions.
  • Popular ad blockers like uBlock Origin may stop working once Chrome fully completes the transition.
  • Newer Manifest V3-compatible blockers such as uBlock Origin Lite will continue to function in Chrome.
  • Chromium-based browsers like Edge and Opera could also be affected by the Manifest V2 shutdown.

A future update for Google Chrome could mark the end of some of the most popular ad blockers currently available.

Ever since 2019, Google has been working toward a new browser extension framework called Manifest V3. The transition hit several delays along the way, but the official deprecation of Manifest V2 extensions began in 2024. Now, it looks like Google is finally approaching the end of that transition, and it could have major consequences for popular ad-blocking extensions.

Microsoft Copilot Is Only as effective as the Prompts Behind It

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Many organizations invest in Microsoft Copilot expecting productivity gains, but inconsistent prompts often lead to inconsistent results.

A vague prompt is a bit like giving an employee a task without clear direction. You’ll get a response, but not always the desired outcome.

This quick reference guide from Net at Work shares practical do’s and don’ts for writing better prompts and getting more value from Microsoft Copilot.

In this guide, you’ll learn how to:

  • Write clear, specific prompts that improve response quality
  • Provide context and examples that lead to better outcomes
  • Avoid common prompting mistakes that limit Copilot’s effectiveness
  • Refine responses through feedback and iteration
  • Get more value from your Microsoft Copilot investment

Included as part of your registration, you’ll qualify for an exclusive Microsoft Copilot license with activation and setup assistance. In addition, you’ll gain an expert licensing guidance and an optional audit designed to help you maximize the value of your Microsoft environment.

Startup CEO Charlie Javice is reportedly angling for a Trump pardon

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Charlie Javice, the convicted Frank founder, is reportedly seeking a presidential pardon, with her camp quietly courting people close to the Trump administration, according to the WSJ. So far, her name hasn’t turned up on a formal clemency request list at the Justice Department, it adds.

That list is growing fast. As the administration reportedly weighs handing out roughly 250 pardons this summer to mark America’s 250th birthday, a wave of clemency requests is pouring in from white-collar defendants — including Sam Bankman-Fried.

JPMorgan can’t be pleased by any of this. Last September, Javice was found guilty of fabricating millions of customer accounts to inflate her startup’s value before selling it to the bank for $175 million. She’s now serving more than seven years and is appealing, arguing the case against her was unfair.

The bank may have extra cause for concern given its relationship with President Trump. In early 2021, it closed accounts tied to Trump and his businesses shortly after the January 6 Capitol riot, a move that Trump has since called political “debanking,” suing JPMorgan and CEO Jamie Dimon for $5 billion. (JPMorgan denies any political motive.)

Javice has powerful friends, too, including Apollo’s Marc Rowan, an early Frank investor who testified on her behalf at trial. Rowan has donated to Trump’s campaigns and, since his reelection, has given millions more to Republican congressional groups.

Which Oura Ring 5 color should you buy?

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The Oura Ring 5 is 40% smaller than its last-gen counterpart, making it a highly attractive and even more non-intrusive wearable. Oura is offering six colors in matte and shiny finishes for the sleek Oura Ring 5, with select colors priced higher. This is nothing new as we saw the same situation with the Ring 4.

Oura eventually expanded the colors available for the Ring 4 with the ceramic lineup, adding up to ten different shades and finishes. It remains unknown whether the brand plans to do the same with the Ring 5. For now, these are all the available colors and finishes of the Ring 5. All of them come in ring sizes six through 13 and are made of titanium.

All the colors of the Oura Ring 5, as well as their pricing

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Microsoft 365 Security Webinar – Tech Research Online

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Cybercriminals don’t need to break into Microsoft. They only need to break into your Microsoft 365 environment.

Microsoft 365 is at the centre of modern business operations, but even a single security gap can create significant risk. Many organizations don’t discover vulnerabilities until after an account takeover, phishing attack, or ransomware incident.

This webinar from Net at Work explores the most common Microsoft 365 security risks, real-world attack scenarios, and the practical steps organizations can take to strengthen their defenses.

In this webinar, you’ll learn:

  • Why Microsoft 365 has become a primary target for cyberattacks
  • The most common security gaps that put organizations at risk
  • How phishing, account compromise, and ransomware attacks occur
  • Best practices for MFA, access controls, backups, and threat detection
  • Steps to improve your organization’s Microsoft 365 security posture

By submitting this form, you’ll be eligible for a complimentary Microsoft Copilot license with setup and activation included. You’ll also receive expert licensing recommendations and an optional Microsoft environment audit to help optimize efficiency and value.

Andrew Yang thinks the next big startup opportunity is lowering the cost of living

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Entrepreneur and former presidential candidate Andrew Yang has a theory about where the next wave of startup opportunity lies, and it starts with a question most founders aren’t asking: what if the business model was giving money back instead of extracting it?

Yang was inspired by Mark Cuban. Not by his wealth, or his celebrity, but by Cost Plus Drugs — Cuban’s startup that sells pharmaceuticals at cost. Yang made a list.

“Housing, education, food, fuel, transportation, media, and wireless,” Yang told TechCrunch on a recent episode of Equity. “The things we all spend money on.”

He picked wireless and last September launched Nobile Mobile, a new mobile virtual network operator that provides cell service for a fraction of what traditional carriers charge and gives customers money back if they use less data. 

As AI threatens to compress wages and displace workers, Yang sees a business opportunity in bringing down the cost of living. Cost Plus Drugs, Noble Mobile, dumb phone makers like Light Phone, and even online grocery store Misfits Markets are early examples of an emerging business category where the startup’s value proposition is the margin it gives back to the customer.

“AI is going to suck up a lot of the value and the jobs, and then Americans are going to look up and say, ‘How do I meet basic needs?’” Yang said. He believes meeting people’s needs “less expensively” is “a very rich vein of opportunity.” 

That instinct didn’t emerge from nowhere. Yang first launched himself into the public eye during his 2020 presidential campaign, during which he advocated for Universal Basic Income as a means of combating AI-related workforce displacement and wealth concentration. The campaign didn’t succeed but the thesis has only grown more relevant.

Yang is still an advocate for UBI, arguing that the value generated by AI companies needs to be redistributed into the hands of the average American. But whether the government will be the vehicle for that redistribution, or whether it will just use any collected wealth to “plug a hole and do something not terribly productive,” Yang is less certain. 

“There is room for a direct connection between the money and the people,” he said. 

That’s where the market comes in. Where policy fails, Yang argues, market incentives can step in. Noble Mobile is his attempt to prove the point. Since its launch last September, the company has grown to “thousands and thousands” of customers and is bringing in “millions in revenue.”

“We’re unit profitable per customer, but we just share the profits with our subscribers with the idea that it’ll make you happy, you’ll stay around, and maybe you’ll tell your friends and family,” Yang said. 

The pitch is simple. Yang noted that the average monthly savings of $50, invested and compounded over 40 years, could amount to $24,000 — enough for a retirement down payment. And in this economy, who isn’t thinking about little ways they can upgrade their personal finance?

Whether investors will share that enthusiasm is another question entirely. Even if the opportunity is real, capital is concentrated heavily in AI right now, while consumer-facing businesses with thin margins and a social mission are a hard sell.

“I had at least one investor say to me around Noble Mobile, ‘Love you, Andrew, want to work with you — if you could just make this an AI company, we’ll invest,’” Yang said. 

The tide might be changing, though, simply because even the most wealthy, extractive companies need an economy in which consumers have enough buying power to purchase their products. 

“The value being concentrated in the hands of a handful of folks and firms is just bad for everybody,” he said. “There are some folks I know in Silicon Valley who are open to that for a variety of reasons…[like] they just don’t want to have to hire private security.”

Yang encouraged founders and investors to take on problems they’re passionate about and find a way to build a valuable enterprise on top of it.

“Think bigger and more broadly about trying to tackle problems and don’t subscribe so much to groupthink, because there are some valuable opportunities out there,” he said.

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Keeping it fun: Nothing debuts its phones, audio lineup at Best Buy in the US

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What you need to know

  • Nothing announced a product expansion to Best Buy across the U.S., bringing its phones and audio devices to even more people.
  • The company states its Phone 4a Pro, Phone 3, Headphones a, and Ear 3 are now available with its full portfolio on the website.
  • Nothing states it recorded a 120% increase in sales in 2025 in the U.S., and it seems it’s looking to keep that streak going.

Nothing believes that there’s no better way to say “Happy Friday” than to announce an expansion of its products in the U.S.

Marking another milestone for Nothing, the company shared a press release today (June 12), detailing its product expansion to Best Buy in the U.S. It states that its phone and audio portfolio “will be available at Best Buy stores nationwide.” Nothing says it’s bringing its products to the store in the U.S. off the back of its success at Best Buy Canada. For phones, Nothing states consumers across the country can find the Phone 4a Pro and the Phone 3 in stores.

2026 Dresner Data Engineering Market Study

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In 2026, 48% of organizations rate data engineering as critical — nearly double the 28% who said the same in 2019. That shift reflects a fundamental change in how organizations are building for AI and analytics performance.

The question is whether your organization is keeping pace.

The 2026 Dresner Data Engineering Market Study documents what is driving that change across hundreds of organizations globally. Among organizations where AI is a cornerstone of business strategy, 88% rate data engineering as critical or very important.

For IT and data leaders ready to evaluate their next move, download this study to understand:

  • Why the highest-ROI business intelligence organizations invest in data engineering differently than their peers
  • Which capabilities and sourcing models define leaders in 2026
  • Where your adoption stands relative to industry and geography benchmarks

South Korea hits Coupang with $400M+ fine for data breach that affected millions

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South Korean authorities have imposed a record-breaking fine of $624 billion won (over $400 million) on retail giant Coupang after a data breach last year compromised the personal data of more than 34 million customers.

Seoul’s Personal Information Protection Commission issued the maximum penalty on Thursday following discovery of the breach in December 2025. The retail giant, which is headquartered in the U.S. but popular in South Korea and likened to the “Amazon of Asia,” had said the months-long data breach allowed a former employee to obtain names, email and shipping addresses, phone numbers and order histories of about two-thirds of South Korea’s population.

Coupang told BBC News that it plans to challenge the regulator’s decision. The fine represents a rare case of a financial penalty issued against a U.S.-based firm. Korean lawmakers have accused some of their American counterparts of imposing political pressure after reports that U.S. representatives were linking the data breach with U.S.-South Korean bilateral ties in response to the case against Coupang’s executives.

U.S. companies rarely face financial sanctions or criminal prosecution for data breaches as a result of lacking laws and enforcement powers.