- + Google puts the cherry on its year-end recaps with this Year in Search 2024 Doodle—Google TL;DR As 2024 draws to a close Google is all about its year-end recaps. We’ve already seen recaps for YouTube Music, Photos, Play Store...
- + Apple AirTag 4-Pack drops back to its all-time low price—Eric Zeman / Android Authority The Apple AirTags have saved me from losing important items countless times. I have some attached to my most precious ...
- + Google Photos finally shows album info for pictures and videos—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR The Google Photos app now shows you which albums a picture or video belongs to on the information page....
- + Latest Samsung Galaxy S25 leak raises RAM concerns—Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Samsung’s Galaxy S25 series is expected to launch in late January. Leaks have already suggested that this...
- + Console deals frenzy: Save on Xbox Series X, PlayStation 5, and PlayStation VR2—Adamya Sharma / Android Authority Whether you’re trying to upgrade your winter holidays, or have been thinking of getting a good console, nothing bea...
- + Google is officially opening up Android Auto to weather apps, but you don’t have to wait—C. Scott Brown / Android Authority TL;DR Google has added Weather to its list of supported app categories for Android Auto and Android Automotive...
- + Game achievements are getting prime real estate on the Play Store (APK teardown)—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR The Google Play Store will soon show gaming achievements on game listings. Google Play Games — which ...
- + The Play Store may be about to make waves with these UI tweaks (APK teardown)—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR The Play Store shows evidence of work in progress on a few new visual changes. Wavy progress bars, bl...
- + Latest Samsung Galaxy S25 leak gives biggest wireless charging clue yet—X/@Jukanlosreve TL;DR A leaker has posted an image of a Spigen case for the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra on X. If real, it reveals that the case in...
- + Holiday bound? Here’s how I prepared my smart home before leaving—Rita El Khoury / Android Authority The holidays are here, and as I grabbed my suitcase to pack for my yearly trip to see family, there was this unavo...
- + TikTok ban timeline: Is this the end of the revolutionary platform?—Joe Hindy / Android Authority TikTok has been one of the most popular apps in the world for nearly half a decade now. It has fundamentally reshaped t...
- + Nothing’s CMF Phone 1 is a fun, bold budget phone but it has one big drawback for folks like me—Mobile Ryan Haines / Android Authority Nothing's CMF Phone 1 is a fun, bold budget phone but it has one big drawback for folks like me An excitin...
- + With AI at the forefront, TECNO’s new image processing solutions will take your smartphone photography to the next level—TECNO Future Lens 2024 While smartphone camera hardware keeps getting better, there’s a limit to how much can be packed into a phone before it become...
- + How thin is the Galaxy S25 Slim? We now have a better idea.—Previous attempts at thin phones have often resulted in compromises to battery life, cameras, and other features. So we hope the Galaxy S25 Slim doesn...
- + Birth of the web: Today’s the anniversary of the first website going live—CERN TL;DR The first website and server were set live by Tim Berners-Lee on December 20, 1990. The site was initially only available to other C...
- + You’ve heard of laptops with folding screens, but this one has a rollable screen—Evan Blass/LeakMail TL;DR A trusted leaker has posted images showing what could be the first laptop with a rollable screen. The new Lenovo lapt...
- + Google Photos is getting ready to roll out its new ‘Quick Edit’ sharing feature—Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority TL;DR Google is testing a new Quick Edit page in the Google Photos app that appears when you tap the share but...
- + Projector deals: Upgrade your movie nights with this NEBULA sale!—Anker via Amazon TVs are great, but there is something magical about projectors that can’t be matched. These will turn a regular movie night into a s...
- + Android Auto adds a little splash of color, just in time for the holidays—C. Scott Brown / Android Authority TL;DR Android Auto is finally embracing the Material You aesthetic. Google’s new Android Auto 13.4 update le...
- + Google Street View may have helped solve a gruesome crime—Google/El Pais TL;DR Google Street View images may form critical evidence in a homicide investigation. One of the two key images in the case sh...
- + This amazingly thin Baseus Power Bank is 35% off!—Baseus Just take a look at this power bank! The Baseus Blade 2 Power Bank is easily the thinnest battery pack I’ve seen, and right now, you can get i...
- + Task scams are on the rise: Here’s how to protect yourself from them—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority Task scams are on the rise. According to the FTC , the number of them increased from 5,000 in 2023 to 20,000 in ...
- + More Android phones can now start using Google’s version of Apple Handoff—Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Google is expanding the rollout of cross-device services to more Android phones. The feature allows Andro...
- + The best apps for the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6—The Samsung Z Galaxy Fold 6 is a fairly unique phone. Not only is it one of the few foldable phones widely available across most major markets, bu...
- + Samsung reminds people it has an app store by offering three months of Peacock to Galaxy users—Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR The Peacock app is now available on the Galaxy Store. Galaxy users can get a three-month Peacock subscrip...
- + OPPO tones down SuperVOOC fast charging (and is better for it)—Robert Triggs / Android Authority SuperVOOC was once one of the fastest charging options in the smartphone space, but playing around with the latest ...
- + ChatGPT now has a phone number, and calling is free—Calvin Wankhede / Android Authority TL;DR OpenAI now offers a phone number that people from the US and Canada can call to converse with ChatGPT f...
- + Updated Gemini app on iOS just ran laps around Apple Intelligence—Robert Triggs / Android Authority TL;DR An update to the Gemini app on iOS brings many new features to Apple devices. This includes access to t...
- + Apple probably realized an iPhone subscription service is a bad idea—Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Apple reportedly started working on an iPhone hardware subscription service in 2022 but has now canceled th...
- + The OPPO Find X8 Pro is an Ultra Android flagship in all but name—OPPO Find X8 Pro If you disregard the gimmicks and minor flaws, the OPPO Find X8 Pro is another solid Android flagship with reliable imaging results,...
- + This phone can change color based on the seasons—Hadlee Simons / Android Authority TL;DR Realme has shown off the realme 14 Pro Plus phones. The phones offer a rear cover that changes color wh...
- + Android 16 Developer Preview 2 makes Google Keep a system app you can’t uninstall—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR With Android 16 Developer Preview 2, Google Keep is now a system app, meaning it cannot be uninstalled....
- + EU’s latest push could make iOS and Android besties—Dhruv Bhutani / Android Authority TL;DR The EU is pressing Apple to open up its ecosystem by letting third parties access APIs and technologies c...
- + Pixel throws a holiday jab at the iPhone in Google’s latest Christmas ad—Google TL;DR Google’s latest holiday ad shows a Pixel comforting an iPhone that’s feeling inadequate as a Christmas gift. The campaign throws s...
- + Samsung fires staff over leaks, but new S25 Plus and Ultra renders emerge anyway—Evan Blass TL;DR Reliable tipster Evan Blass has leaked fresh Samsung Galaxy S25 and S25 Ultra renders. The images show the design differences ...
- + The Ember Travel Mug 2 Plus will keep your drink hot, and it’s $60 off—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority I like to take my time drinking my coffee at home every morning, but that’s a luxury we can’t afford every day. S...
- + Super-charged Now Playing experience with album art & more now hitting Pixel phones—Adam Molina / Android Authority TL;DR Now Playing has offered a convenient way to identify songs playing in the background with your Pixel phone....
- + Awesome retro speakers from Fender and Marshall on sale!—Fender Audio While some prefer to focus on audio quality and functionality, I am a sucker for retro-looking speakers. These are more than just a box ...
- + Deal: Save $240 on the Motorola Razr Plus 2024!—Ryan Haines / Android Authority Foldable flip phones are my favorite. They offer an unmatched level of pocketability in a market that is eliminating ...
- + AirTag accessory extends battery life into the next decade—ElevationLab TL;DR ElevationLab’s TimeCapsule replaces your AirTag’s button-cell battery with a pair of regular AAs. The extra capacity allows ...
- + Android 16 DP2 lets you use your Pixel 9’s Fingerprint Unlock even when the screen is off—Rita El Khoury / Android Authority TL;DR Google has added a new setting that lets you use your Pixel 9’s Fingerprint Unlock even when its screen ...
- + Android 16 DP2 lets you use your Pixel’s Fingerprint Unlock even when the screen is off—Rita El Khoury / Android Authority TL;DR Google has added a new setting that lets you use your Pixel’s Fingerprint Unlock even when its screen is...
- + Nintendo Switch 2 rumors: Everything we know so far and what we want to see—Curtis Joe / Android Authority Update, December 18, 2024 (5:30 PM ET): We’ve updated this Nintendo Switch 2 rumor hub with information on the conso...
- + Android 16 DP2 adds support for 7 new emoji from Unicode 16.0—Rita El Khoury / Android Authority TL;DR Google just released Android 16 DP2, and it includes support for 7 new emoji. The new emoji include a ...
- + Nintendo Switch 2 mock-up gets compared to original in new hands-on video—TL;DR A YouTuber appears to have gotten their hands on a Nintendo Switch 2 dummy unit. The dummy unit seems to match what was revealed in recent...
- + An Android phone maker just topped Apple in wearables (and it’s not Samsung)—Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority TL;DR According to the latest IDC data, global shipments of wrist-worn devices dipped slightly compared to las...
- + Android 16 DP2 is here, promising photo picker cloud search and more—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google has released the second Android 16 developer preview today. The new software lays the foundati...
- + List of all Galaxy S25 colors leaks, and they’re actually interesting this year—Android Headlines TL;DR Reliable leaker Evan Blass has posted lists of what he says are all Samsung Galaxy S25 colors. As expected, the Galaxy ...
- + New Homey Pro Mini cuts the RGB (and other features), significantly lowers cost—Athom TL;DR Athom, maker of the Homey ecosystem of smart home tools, is launching a new Homey Pro Mini. It has the core functionality of the st...
- + T-Mobile badly wants everyone to use its new T-Life app—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR It appears that leaders at T-Mobile are pressuring employees to download and set up the T-Life app on c...
- + Wallpaper Wednesday: More great phone wallpapers for all to share (December 18)—C. Scott Brown / Android Authority Welcome to Wallpaper Wednesday! In this weekly roundup, we’ll give you a handful of Android wallpapers you can...
- + Much ado about something: Nothing beats Samsung to stable Android 15—Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Nothing has announced that the stable version of Nothing OS 3.0 is now available. The new software is ava...
- + OnePlus 13R set to shake up the US mid-range market with a massive battery—TL;DR OnePlus has confirmed that the OnePlus 13R will also launch at the January 7 ‘Winter Launch Event.’ The OnePlus 13R is confirmed to come w...
- + Chrome for Android could give you another way to clean up your tabs—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR A leaker has revealed that Chrome for Android could get a feature to automatically archive duplicate ta...
- + Google Contacts could streamline connected app video calls (APK teardown)—Adamya Sharma / Android Authority TL;DR Google Contacts could soon make it easier to initiate video calls. You’ll soon be able to set a default...
- + ChatGPT’s Google Search rival expands to free users, and it’s too good to be true—Calvin Wankhede / Android Authority TL;DR ChatGPT now offers its web search functionality to all signed-in users, including those on the free tie...
- + YouTube tests a landscape layout that actually makes sense (APK teardown)—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR YouTube is testing a new landscape layout for Android, which is better optimized and has less wasted wh...
- + Motorola phones face US market ban owing to patent dispute—Adam Birney / Android Authority TL;DR Motorola phone sales could be banned in the US if an ITC ruling in favor of Ericsson is upheld. Ericsson ...
- + Registered for T-Mobile’s satellite messaging beta? It may not work on your phone—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR T-Mobile and Starlink’s satellite messaging service won’t be available to everyone registering for the ...
- + Android 16 will help you click better social media photos in low light conditions—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Android 16 will introduce a new Night Mode Indicator API to help apps automatically optimize photo capt...
- + Save $200 on an Apple MacBook Air, the best laptop for most people—Oliver Cragg / Android Authority Are you looking for a good laptop for school, work, or general entertainment? We’ve said it time and again: Most peo...
- + Here’s how your Pixel’s Phone app could start getting you into using Audio Emoji—Hadlee Simons / Android Authority TL;DR Audio Emoji currently are accessible in the Phone app behind an overflow menu. Google appears to be tes...
- + Google app on iOS could add AI suggestions to speed up your search (APK teardown)—Paul Jones / Android Authority TL;DR Google app could soon get AI suggestions for searches on iOS. Tapping on the pencil icon in the search box...
- + Budget phone deals: Our favorite affordable phones are even cheaper today!—Ryan Whitwam / Android Authority Left: Google Pixel 8a, Right: Moto G Stylus 5G (2024) We have a great list of the best smartphones around . All of...
- + A fresh Galaxy S25 Ultra leak hints at unique new color combinations—Aamir Siddiqui / Android Authority TL;DR Tipster Ice Universe shared their impressions of the Galaxy S25 Ultra’s colors and design, highlighting ...
- + Wear OS is finally learning to prioritize faster connections for updates—Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority TL;DR Wear OS offers multiple data connectivity options, including cellular, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth. System u...
- + Logitech and Razer deals: Check out these amazing gaming mice!—Logitech Are you looking for a good gaming mouse? There are plenty of options out there, but Logitech and Razer are definitely two of the top contend...
- + Google Saved finally gets a feature it should’ve had a long time ago—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google has added search functionality to its “Saved” feature. The search function can be accessed by ...
- + T-Mobile’s Hulu perk reportedly coming to more plans — with a catch—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR T-Mobile is adding Hulu (with ads) to more plans than just Go5G Next. The catch is that your account ...
- + One UI 7 fixes one of the most frustrating parts of setting up a smart home—Stephen Schenck / Android Authority TL;DR Connecting older or cheaper smart home devices to your Wi-Fi network can be a headache. Some smart de...
- + Goodbye, Hello Mobile: If you’re on the prepaid network, be prepared for a sudden plan change—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Hello Mobile customers have been getting the run around for the last few months when it comes to SIM ca...
- + The Galaxy Z Fold 7 could introduce a completely new S Pen experience—Ryan Whitwam / Android Authority Left: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 cover screen, Right: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 cover screen TL;DR Samsung is consid...
- + One UI 7’s Now Bar will give you key live info at a glance whether you asked for it or not—Samsung TL;DR Samsung will be rolling out a feature for the next Galaxy flagship called “Personal Data Engine.” This feature offers on-device, ...
- + Want to avoid older, slow Wi-Fi networks? This One UI 7 labs feature can help with just that—Aamir Siddiqui / Android Authority TL;DR One UI 7 has added a new Wi-Fi filter option to connectivity labs. The filters can be combined to make...
- + Right now AT&T’s Cricket Unlimited plan can be yours for just $23 a month—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority The absolute cheapest unlimited plan from AT&T will set you back $50.99 a month for one line, but did you kno...
- + Netflix introduces Moments on Android to make sharing scenes easier—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Netflix has rolled out its new Moments feature to Android. Moments lets users bookmark scenes, which ...
- + New FTC rules will end those sneaky fees for hotel rooms and concert tickets—David Imel / Android Authority TL;DR The FTC has issued rules that crack down on “bait and switch” pricing practices in the lodging and live even...
- + Samsung’s smartest move with One UI 7 is knowing what to ‘steal’—Robert Triggs / Android Authority The One UI 7 beta has finally started, and overall, it’s been a pleasant surprise. Even I, a staunch Samsung fan ...
- + Roku rolls out new smart home features with a surprise addition—Roku TL;DR Roku had previously announced smart home integration features, namely Camera Carousel, TV notifications, and Roku Smart Home Web View....
- + These are the tricks I use to drastically reduce screen time—Robert Triggs / Android Authority A while back, I noticed that my screen time on my Android phone was high. Too high. I didn’t even realize how muc...
- + HUAWEI MatePad Pro PaperMatte Edition (2024) hands-on impressions: Bittersweet brilliance—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority Living in the US, I honestly haven’t given HUAWEI much attention since the US trade ban back in 2019. I also he...
- + Google Home now lets you give your family and friends just the right amount of access—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google Home is now rolling out the new Member access feature to users enrolled in the public preview pr...
- + OnePlus 13 series global launch: Mark your calendars for this date!—TL;DR The OnePlus 13 series global launch event is rumored to be on January 7, 2025, at 10.30 AM ET. Leaks suggest we could see the OnePlus 13 a...
- + You can now try out the latest Gemini 2.0 Flash model on your phone—Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Google app beta users on Android can now choose between different Gemini models. The latest Gemini 2.0 Fl...
- + Google will soon retire this handy Play Store feature—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google is killing off the Share apps feature on the Play Store. The feature allows users to send and...
- + Save 48% on this Kasa Smart Light Bulbs 4-pack deal—Amazon Are you looking to fill your home with smart lights? There are plenty of options out there, but they can get really expensive, and finding goo...
- + Hot phone deals: Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra and Google Pixel 9 series—Aamir Siddiqui / Android Authority Are you looking for a high-end device? If we had to pick, our top options would be the Samsung Galaxy S24 series a...
- + Gboard looks like it’s getting ready for Android XR (APK teardown)—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Gboard developers have been building a number of interface changes labeled as the “belka” UI. These t...
- + Android 15 QPR2 Beta 2 is arriving today, loaded with bug fixes—Robert Triggs / Android Authority TL;DR Google is starting to roll out the Android 15 QPR2 Beta 2 update. The second QPR2 Beta offers a number ...
- + Android 16 may automatically organize your notifications with Gmail-style categories—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google is working on a new Android feature named “bundled notifications” that silences and groups toget...
- + Broken screen? Samsung Care Plus will soon offer free repairs for its premium tier—Robert Triggs / Android Authority TL;DR Samsung Care Plus subscribers can currently get cracked screens replaced for a $29 fee. Starting Januar...
- + Google Whisk lets you fuse multiple images into something all new—Google TL;DR Whisk generates an AI image by combining subject, scene, and style visual inputs. It uses Gemini and Imagen 3 to reinterpret the u...
- + Narwal Freo X Plus deal: Save $60 and keep your floors squeaky clean—Jonathan Feist / Android Authority There are plenty of high-end robot vacuum and mop combos out there. In fact, Narwal has some fantastic options. Th...
- + Google Messages may soon let you explain why you want RCS spam to stop (APK teardown)—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google Messages is testing an “Unsubscribe” option. This option will let you unsubscribe from busine...
- + One UI 7 adds new game frame rate options, but also takes one away—Adam Birney / Android Authority TL;DR One UI 7 introduces a new option called Gaming motion smoothness in the Game Booster app. Gaming motion s...
- + Chromebooks are getting a safety reset feature that doesn’t wipe your data—Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Google just announced the Chrome OS M131 update, which is rolling out to Chromebooks in the coming days. ...
- + Samsung fonts don’t work in all apps in One UI 7 for a simple reason—Robert Triggs / Android Authority TL;DR The One UI 7 beta 2 release doesn’t force Samsung fonts into all apps. The reason is that Android allow...
- + NFL Redzone brought the internet together to complain about ads—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR NFL Redzone is a premium show that traditionally offers an ad-free experience through the duration of S...
- + Galaxy S24 Ultra display coatings are wearing down prematurely, and it just looks gross—Zaryab Khan on X TL;DR Some Galaxy S24 Ultra users report that the display coating on their flagship phone has worn out within a year. The issu...
- + Here’s how Arm accelerates AI workloads—In today’s rapidly changing technology landscape, machine learning and AI enable us to redefine industries and change how we interact with the world. ...
- + As an introvert, I wish Google Maps would make these small updates—Andy Walker / Android Authority I dread crowded places, and it’s one of the reasons I’m not too fond of the holiday season. This is especially true w...
- + Google Drive rolls out improved document scanner on mobile—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google Drive for Android has started offering an upgraded document scanner that automatically improves ...
- + Nintendo Switch 2 leak reveals all — including the name and logo—C. Scott Brown / Android Authority TL;DR A Reddit user claims to have gone hands-on with the Nintendo Switch 2, confirmed by moderators. They r...
- + Breaking: One UI 7 beta 2 starts rolling out in select markets—Zac Kew-Denniss / Android Authority TL;DR Samsung has started rolling out the One UI 7 beta 2 update. The new update brings a host of bug fixes...
- + Here’s how to bring back the hidden lock screen volume controls on iOS 18.2—Dhruv Bhutani / Android Authority TL;DR In 2022, Apple removed the iPhone’s volume slider that surfaced on the lock screen when playing media. ...
- + Android and Apple users: Critical RCS messaging protection is still months away despite FBI warning—Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR The Global System for Mobile Communications (GSMA) has said that it’s working on bringing end-to-end encryp...
- + After Apple, even Samsung could revive the iconic Jet Black color with the Galaxy S25 Ultra—Aamir Siddiqui / Android Authority TL;DR Galaxy S25 Ultra’s colors have leaked once again, and this time in order of volume. Samsung seems bull...
- + Here are all the phones that support bypass charging, and why you should use it—Robert Triggs / Android Authority With even mid-range smartphones now packing enough processing power to last half a decade or longer, hardware longe...
- + Apple’s AirTag 2 rumored to feature an iPhone 15-level chip—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Apple could significantly improve the range on its next AirTag. The AirTag 2 is rumored to have an ul...
- + Apple may have supersized plans for its foldable iPad—Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Apple is reportedly developing an iPad that’s the size of two iPad Pros side-by-side. The device would be...
- + Apple aping Pixel’s design for the iPhone 17 would be a real low—Dhruv Bhutani / Android Authority I performed a classic comical double-take at this week’s leak of the iPhone 17 redesign . “Surely this can’t be re...
- + Botslab Video Doorbell 2 Pro R811 review: Should you buy it?—Botslab Video Doorbell 2 Pro R811 The Botslab Video Doorbell 2 Pro R811 combines ease of installation, solid performance, and thoughtful features. It...
- + I can’t wait for Qualcomm to have competition in the Windows on Arm space—Rita El Khoury / Android Authority Five years ago, if you wanted a Windows on Arm laptop, you faced two huge problems. The first was that software ...
- + Exclusive: Google picks a MediaTek modem for the Pixel 10 series—Rita El Khoury / Android Authority TL;DR Google is testing the MediaTek T900 modem in its Pixel 10 prototypes. Not much is currently known abou...
- + Galaxy S25 series could mark the global rollout of a China-exclusive Samsung feature—Roland Quandt TL;DR Samsung is reportedly bringing its LLM-powered Bixby to global audiences with the Galaxy S25 series. The updated Bixby will...
- + Galaxy Unpacked 2025 date leaked alongside full announcement lineup—C. Scott Brown / Android Authority TL;DR The exact date and announcement lineup for the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Unpacked event has leaked. Acco...
- + Android 15 is preventing Windows Phone Link from showing certain notifications —Robert Triggs / Android Authority TL;DR Updating to Android 15 introduces a new feature that blocks untrusted apps from accessing notifications d...
- + Wear OS 5 has killed Facer, Pujie, WatchMaker, and all watch face creativity—For months now, I’ve been wanting to sit down and lament the fact that my Pixel Watch 3 has fewer watch face options than the Pixel Watch 2 and 1, a...
- + Next-gen HDMI could be announced at CES 2025—TL;DR It’s reported that a big announcement about the next HDMI standard will made at CES 2025. The new standard is expected to use next-generat...
- + I tried changing my Google account username and barely lived to tell the tale—C. Scott Brown / Android Authority I have been using the same Google account for over 15 years. Obviously, I was much younger when I made it, and C...
- + I made my dream Google widget with one of my favorite Android tools—Andy Walker / Android Authority My KWGT foo is a little too rusty for my taste. When I was a regular Nova Launcher user, I would adorn my home scre...
- + Save big with these amazing Samsung gaming monitor deals—Rita El Khoury / Android Authority Are you looking for a great gaming monitor? Samsung has some of the best ones around. While they can also be price...
- + Set this new YouTube code to stop kids from using adult profiles on your TV—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR YouTube is getting new “parent codes” to limit access to profiles. With a code set, you won’t be able...
- + The best emulation interface on Android just got even better—Hadlee Simons / Android Authority TL;DR ES-DE update 3.1.1 adds many new features to the popular emulation front end. These include numerous bu...
- + This is the Nintendo Switch 2, according to dbrand—dbrand TL;DR dbrand just announced its Killswitch case for the Nintendo Switch 2, complete with a full product render. The design is based on t...
- + What’s this? What’s this? It’s an Echo Dot and Jack Skellington Shell on sale!—Amazon We thought the Amazon Echo Dot with Jack Skellington Shell bundle would disappear soon after Halloween. This is also a Christmas story, though...
- + Google TV will just not stop finding new places to show you advertising—Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Google TV continues to evolve its user interface with new sections to display information. One of those r...
- + December’s Pixel Drop makes its way to Pixel 7 and Pixel Fold on T-Mobile—Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR The December Pixel Drop is now coming to the Pixel 7 series and Pixel Fold on T-Mobile. The update sports...
- + Hot deal: Apple AirPods Max drop to record-low price!—Adam Molina / Android Authority There are plenty of great high-end headphones available, but if you’re invested in the Apple ecosystem, you’ll like...
- + YouTube TV is raising prices, but you may be able to avoid the increase for a while—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR YouTube TV subscribers are canceling their subscriptions before the next price hike goes into effect. ...
- + Thank you, Google: Pixel Camera app regains on-screen brightness, WB, and shadow controls (Updated)—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR In the previous Pixel Camera app redesign, Google removed convenient on-screen controls for brightness,...
- + USB laws are forcing Apple to retire these iPhone models early—Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Apple will stop selling the iPhone 14 series and iPhone SE 3 in Europe by the end of 2024. An EU law requ...
- + NotebookLM’s virtual podcast hosts can now take your calls—TL;DR NotebookLM is getting some big upgrades for Gemini 2.0. You can now interrupt the hosts of an Audio Overview podcast and ask them question...
- + T-Mobile now offers up to $1,000 on select trade-ins in any condition—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR T-Mobile has officially announced its new promotion that will give Go5G Next customers $1,000 for eligi...
- + The Google Pixel 9 Pro is the Android Authority Editor’s Choice winner for best phone of 2024—Ryan Haines / Android Authority 2024 was a year of mixed successes for the top smartphone industry players, but the devices we got were some of the ...
- + Samsung could expand its Galaxy Ring options next month, literally—Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority TL;DR Samsung could soon offer the Galaxy Ring in sizes 14 and 15, too. These new sizes are expected to go l...
- + I tried Samsung DeX’s most popular alternative, and I should have done it sooner—Ryan Haines / Android Authority When Samsung announced that it would make some changes to DeX as part of its One UI 7.0 rollout, I panicked momenta...
- + Here’s a first look at the UI of Android XR—Google TL;DR We’ve captured some screenshots of the Android XR user interface, including its Quick Settings panel and home screen. These screen...
- + This could be one of 2025’s best camera phones, and it’s just launched globally—Hadlee Simons / Android Authority TL;DR Vivo has launched the X200 and X200 Pro in global markets. The X200 Pro is the top-tier model, featurin...
- + T-Mobile may soon accept phones in any condition for its $1000 trade-in offers, with a few catches—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR T-Mobile Go5G Next customers will soon be able to trade in a phone regardless of the condition for the ...
- + Poll: How much do you care about smartphone colors?—Alex Walker-Todd / Android Authority Human beings love expressing themselves, and for most of us, a big component of that is how we look. Our clothes...
- + I love my Ember Mug 2, and you can get one at a $50 discount!—Ember via Best Buy Winter is here, and nothing beats a sip of your favorite hot drink. Sadly, colder weather also means your drink will lose its perf...
- + Ho ho ho! ChatGPT now has a Santa mode—Calvin Wankhede / Android Authority TL;DR Santa’s voice has been added to ChatGPT’s voice mode presets. You’ll be able to talk to digital Kris ...
- + Deal: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 just $799.99, saving you $300!—Lanh Nguyen / Android Authority Foldable phones are really fun and convenient, but they are also usually much pricier than their regular smartphone c...
- + You can now ask Gemini to summarize entire Google Drive folders—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Gemini can now summarize Google Drive folders, giving you a quick overview of what’s inside. It works...
- + Poker cheats are using modified smartphone cameras as the ace up their sleeve—Lil Katz / Android Authority TL;DR By using a smartphone camera and a mirror, cheaters are able to sneak a look at cards as they’re being dealt. ...
- + Here’s why YouTube videos in articles aren’t working the way you expect—Robert Triggs / Android Authority TL;DR YouTube has degraded the user experience on some player embeds. These affected embedded players no long...
- + The big three US carriers have RCS on iPhone, but what about prepaid? Here are your options so far—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority The arrival of RCS to the iPhone means that communication between Android and iPhone users is about to get much ...
- + Lost luggage? Your AirTag could help United locate it—Apple TL;DR United now supports Apple’s Share Item Location for AirTags. Travelers can securely share AirTag data with United agents. It’s...
- + Skip the bulky headset; just give me those Android XR glasses now!—When I heard about Google’s Android XR plans in conjunction with Samsung, I skimmed through the announcement, looking for any hint of an upcoming pa...
- + Here’s how you can try out Gemini-enhanced Google Assistant on Nest devices—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google has published a support page for how to experiment with “AI-powered answers” from Google Assista...
- + Verizon’s found a way to make your FaceTime calls more reliable—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Verizon has launched an Enhanced Video Calling feature. It promises to bring clearer video calls, red...
- + Yes, you’ll be able to game on Samsung and Google’s Android XR headset—TL;DR Google’s Android XR platform will support gaming and feature controller APIs. Samsung’s Project Moohan VR headset will also ship with cont...
- + HUAWEI’s latest foldable is a great example of year-on-year improvements done right—TL;DR HUAWEI has launched the Mate X6 in international markets. The device brings several improvements for enhanced durability and features a ne...
- + Samsung News now doubles as a gaming app on Galaxy devices—Robert Triggs / Android Authority TL;DR Galaxy owners will now be able to play games in the Samsung News app. The Six is the first game coming ...
- + Another US carrier joins Apple’s RCS party with iOS 18.2—Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Unlike Google, Apple’s RCS implementation on iOS requires carriers to adopt support for the feature individ...
- + I want this signature HTC One feature to make a comeback on Pixel phones—The HTC One (M7) was released way back in 2013 and is among the best Android phones I’ve ever owned. It was gorgeous, powerful, and a joy to use tha...
- + The Exynos-Snapdragon chip split could also impact the Galaxy S26—Robert Triggs / Android Authority TL;DR A new leak suggests that Samsung hasn’t dropped plans to offer its Galaxy S series flagships with an Exy...
- + Android 15 QPR2 could fix this lock screen widget oversight—Rita El Khoury / Android Authority TL;DR Android will soon let you resize the widgets you’ve added to the lock screen. When Google introduced l...
- + Windows 11 could encourage emoji use with this key change—Robert Triggs / Android Authority TL;DR Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22635.4580 references new emoji settings Microsoft could activate in a f...
- + Google tells us how Pixel’s bypass charging feature works—Robert Triggs / Android Authority TL;DR Google has confirmed that Pixel phones with the new 80% charge limit support bypass charging. When 80%...
- + Leaked image reveals potential iPhone 17 Pro redesign, and it’s suspiciously familiar—Digital Chat Station on Weibo Fan rendering of the iPhone 17 Pro TL;DR Leaked image shows off iPhone 17 Pro’s possibly redesigned rear camera b...
- + Major iOS 19 features could get delayed, and you can blame iOS 18—Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Apple is reportedly facing an unusual backlog in the development of iOS 18. As a result, some major iOS 1...
- + Windows introduces an AirDrop-like experience for iPhone users—Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Microsoft now allows users to more easily share content between iPhones and Windows PCs. This feature req...
- + Hot VR sale: Save over $250 on the PlayStation VR2 Horizon Call of The Mountain Bundle—Ryan McLeod / Android Authority Stepping into the VR world can get expensive really quickly. For example, the PlayStation VR2 usually costs $549.99, ...
- + ChatGPT is down, as OpenAI reports major outage—Calvin Wankhede / Android Authority TL;DR OpenAI is currently suffering a widespread outage. ChatGPT, Sora, and access to the company’s API are...
- + Latest leaked Galaxy S25 dummy units appear to be missing some features—Roland Quandt TL;DR New dummy units of the Galaxy S25 have emerged. These dummy units appear to lack camera rings and a periscope camera module...
- + The Apple MacBook Air M2 too good for only $799—Oliver Cragg / Android Authority Have you been looking to get a new laptop? The market is flooded with a bunch of options, making it hard to find the...
- + Deal: The Motorola Edge 2024 is $250 off!—Ryan Whitwam / Android Authority Are you looking for an affordable handset? We recommend plenty of great options in our list of the best budget smar...
- + Pixel 9a sounds like a real contender in latest leak—Android Headlines TL;DR The full specs of the Pixel 9a appear to have leaked. The leak claims it is slightly larger, has a bigger battery, runs...
- + Google Wallet is fixing it so you never have to worry about losing your passport (Update: Rolling out)—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR ID Pass is rolling out for Google Wallet starting today. Users will be able to create and store a dig...
- + Gemini’s latest tool promises to turn hours of research into mere minutes—Google TL;DR Google is rolling out an agentic feature in Gemini Advanced called Deep Research. The feature creates a multi-step research plan a...
- + Instagram, Threads, Facebook, and WhatsApp are all experiencing outages right now—In light of that, we may be adding more sites to our outage list before this issue finds itself resolved. Look for updates here as news of this incide...
- + Google’s next generation of Gemini is here to get some work done—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google’s Gemini AI models have graduated to version 2.0. Beyond just performance upgrades, Gemini 2.0...
- + iOS 18.2 brings ChatGPT integration and other AI features you can’t actually use—Mahmoud Itani / Android Authority TL;DR iOS 18.2 is now available to those with eligible iPhone models, packing the second batch of Apple Intelli...
- + Vote for our Reader’s Choice Award for the best phone of 2024! (Finals)—Ryan Haines / Android Authority Updated December 10, 2024 (01:00 PM ET): The elimination round has ended! The final four smartphones in our annual ...
- + Android is adding some extra protection against stalkers tracking you with tags—Rita El Khoury / Android Authority TL;DR Google is rolling out an update to Android’s unknown tracker alerts that makes it easier to stop people ...
- + Get a head start on your holiday shopping with these must-have tech stocking stuffers—HUAWEI It’s that time of the year when you get to take some well-deserved time off and enjoy all the holiday traditions with friends and family. For ...
- + Visible Plus is now a much better option for international trips thanks to a new useful new perk—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Visible is adding two new features for Visible Plus users. The Global Pass perk is getting an upgrad...
- + Enough is enough: I ditched Google’s broken search engine and boosted my productivity—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority There’s a good chance you’ve felt shortchanged by Google in recent memory, even if you couldn’t quite put your fi...
- + Strava’s new heatmaps have completely changed my running safety—Ryan Haines / Android Authority Depending on who you ask, some people will tell you they hate running in the winter, not because of the cold — most r...
- + Deal: The Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones are still amazing, and they’re almost half off—Zak Khan / Android Authority If you’re looking for the best pair of wireless headphones , the top spot belongs to the Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones. Do...
- + Philips Hue app gets festive update with Christmas scenes and more—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR The Philips Hue app v5.32 update brings several new features. Users can now enjoy 24-hour lighting sc...
- + The HUAWEI WATCH D2’s excellent blood pressure monitoring makes it the ideal gift this holiday season—The holiday season is right around the corner, and it’s the perfect time to de-stress, spend time with friends and family, take some well-deserved tim...
- + Wallpaper Wednesday: More great phone wallpapers for all to share (December 11)—C. Scott Brown / Android Authority Welcome to Wallpaper Wednesday! In this weekly roundup, we’ll give you a handful of Android wallpapers you can...
- + T-Mobile opens up about its vision for T-Life, its super app for customers—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR T-Mobile has finally shared its vision for the T-Life app. T-Life is envisioned as a super app for al...
- + How many Starlink satellites are in orbit in 2024?—Andrew Grush / Android Authority You’ve probably heard of Starlink , but what are Starlink satellites used for, and how many satellites are in orbit...
- + Want a color e-reader for Christmas? Here are some alternatives to the botched Kindle Colorsoft—Amazon A color e-reader makes a great Christmas gift for the bookworm in your life. Kindle has traditionally been the gold standard of e-readers, a...
- + The Galaxy Z Flip 7’s future could be set with Exynos—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR A new report from South Korea adds more fuel to the rumor that Samsung will switch to the Exynos 2500 f...
- + YouTube can now automatically dub your videos—Damien Wilde / Android Authority TL;DR YouTube has introduced a new auto dubbing tool to help creators reach more viewers. The tool can automat...
- + Google Maps on Android rolls out new colors, but they’re still not dynamic—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google Maps for Android is retiring the blue accent color used for buttons, text, and other user interf...
- + Watch: This is how Google could reduce your motion sickness on Android—Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority TL;DR Google is working on a feature called Motion Cues to help combat motion sickness. The feature will dis...
- + Google Opinion Rewards could soon get a dark theme (Updated: Rolling out)—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google is finally prepping a dark theme for the Opinion Rewards app. We’ve spotted the in-development...
- + Privacy Dashboard’s new 7-day view is not going to wait for Android 16—Jimmy Westenberg / Android Authority TL;DR Android’s Privacy Dashboard has historically offered a 24-hour log of how apps use permissions. With...
- + You can finally control your Ford vehicle right from your Wear OS smartwatch—BioHazard_821 / Reddit TL;DR After far too long, Ford is back with an Android smartwatch app. FordPass now supports Wear OS, giving users an op...
- + Schlage is first in line to support Google Wallet’s new Wear OS keyless entry—Rita El Khoury / Android Authority TL;DR Google Wallet on Wear OS recently gained support for mobile credentials. The wearable app now has its ...
- + You can still get the Apple iPad 10th Generation for just $249.99!—Ryan Haines / Android Authority Apple products are known for their higher price tags, but there are some exceptions. For example, the Apple iPad 10th...
- + Apple Watch Ultra 3 could set new connectivity goals for adventure-ready wearables—Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority TL;DR Apple is reportedly developing satellite messaging capabilities for the next Apple Watch Ultra. The co...
- + Google’s new tool for Docs is a lazy writer’s dream come true—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google is launching a new feature for Docs called “help me create.” The feature builds a full documen...
- + Pixel phones now support bypass charging when set to the 80% charging limit—Robert Triggs / Android Authority Tucked away in a recent Pixel Feature Drop , Google has finally included the long-anticipated option to cap batter...
- + Metro by T-Mobile whistleblower raises concerns of deceptive sales practices—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Metro by T-Mobile stores are reportedly under pressure to slam customers by adding unwanted features to...
- + Vote for our Reader’s Choice Award for the best phone of 2024! (Final Four)—Ryan Haines / Android Authority Updated December 10, 2024 (01:00 PM ET): The elimination round has ended! The final four smartphones in our annual ...
- + Amazon’s ever-expanding empire now includes cars sales—Amazon TL;DR Amazon Autos has rolled out in beta today. Shoppers will be able to use the service to buy vehicles from the e-retailer. For now...
- + Samsung ditches its lock screen widget carousel in One UI 7—Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority TL;DR Samsung is seemingly removing the lock screen widget carousel in One UI 7. In One UI 6 and earlier, yo...
- + Pixel Studio makes it easier to generate and share stickers with latest update—Rita El Khoury / Android Authority TL;DR Google has started rolling out Pixel Studio 1.4 to Pixel 9 series devices. The update enables the Gboa...
- + There’s bad news if you want the best PS3 emulator to come to Android—Hadlee Simons / Android Authority TL;DR The developers behind the RPCS3 PS3 emulator have announced ports of the app to Arm-based devices running...
- + A surprising number of you have MagSafe-compatible cases for Android—Dhruv Bhutani / Android Authority Apple’s MagSafe standard enables a wide variety of accessories on iPhones , but you’ll likely need a case if you...
- + This GBA clone improves the best handheld ever made—TL;DR The ANBERNIC RG 34XX is a new gaming handheld that looks exactly like a GBA. It runs on Linux and features a 3.4-inch screen that’s perfec...
- + Unlike Galaxy AI, future Apple Intelligence features could remain free—Robert Triggs / Android Authority TL;DR Beyond 2025, Samsung could start charging its users for advanced Galaxy AI features. In an interview, A...
- + These Emoji Kitchen changes take the guesswork out of creating new reactions—Hadlee Simons / Android Authority TL;DR The improved Emoji Kitchen UI is now available in the latest Gboard beta build. These changes, hinted a...
- + The base Galaxy S25 could have the same amount of storage as 2019’s S10e—Android Headlines TL;DR A leaker has revealed storage sizes for the various Galaxy S25 series models. The base Galaxy S25 is still equipped wit...
- + Seeing unexpected fees after Pixel Watch 3 promo? You’re not alone.—Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority TL;DR Some Google Fi subscribers are reporting extra charges after taking advantage of a Pixel Watch 3 LTE pro...
- + Poll result: A whole lot of you are very curious about going case-free with your smartphone—Nick Fernandez / Android Authority For as much flack as modern smartphones can get for feeling like unoriginal copies of each other, there are plenty...
- + All Google Pixel 9 series phones are on sale!—C. Scott Brown / Android Authority There’s no shortage of great smartphone deals today. We just covered some great discounts on the best Samsung phon...
- + Android 16 gets ready to let Gemini control everything from alarms to video (APK teardown)—Calvin Wankhede / Android Authority TL;DR Android 16 has a feature called “app functions.” App functions would allow Gemini to “perform actions...
- + Samsung deals: Save up to $700 on the best Galaxy phones—Damien Wilde / Android Authority Samsung is still the most popular Android smartphone manufacturer, and today, we came across some really good deal...
- + One UI 7 enhances Routines so you can automate more things on your Samsung phone—Robert Triggs / Android Authority TL;DR The Routines feature is getting a ton of new actions in One UI 7. Routines is a feature that lets you c...
- + Google just gave you much more time to move your Stadia controller away from Stadia (RIP)—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google has extended the time limit you have to convert a Google Stadia controller to Bluetooth. You n...
- + United States vs Google: The antitrust case explained—Ryan Haines / Android Authority You know you’ve conquered capitalism when the name of your company becomes a verb. Googling is now a synonym for cond...
- + Vote now for our Reader’s Choice Award for the best phone of 2024!—Ryan Haines / Android Authority Looking at the calendar, 2025 is just a stone’s throw away, and you know what that means: It’s time to figure out the...
- + Gemini is getting closer to letting you talk with it in more than one language (APK teardown)—Robert Triggs / Android Authority TL;DR Gemini is getting support for having a conversation in two languages. Although the support page says y...
- + Gemini could soon become super powerful for Samsung apps with new extensions (APK teardown)—Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Gemini could soon get new extensions that enable deep integration with Samsung’s stock apps on Galaxy devic...
- + Google may make it easier to share your custom chatbots on mobile (APK teardown)—Adamya Sharma / Android Authority TL;DR A “Share conversation and gem instructions” option is being added to the Google app. This feature that ...
- + Verizon, AT&T, and T-mobile’s entry plans may cost you more for worse prioritization than prepaid—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority I’ve seen it many times from friends and family: they stick with the big carriers because it’s all they’ve ever k...
- + Here’s how you’ll access Search’s upcoming AI Mode (APK teardown)—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google is working on a new AI Mode for Google Search, which presumably will allow users to interact wit...
- + Reddit Answers is Reddit’s answer to Google AI Overviews—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Reddit just launched Reddit Answers, which answers user questions with an AI-powered summary of the rel...
- + Here’s how One UI 7 is making your phone a more powerful Galaxy Book companion—Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority TL;DR One UI 7 lets you use your Galaxy phone as a webcam for your Galaxy Book PC, thanks to the updated Camer...
- + No Wi-Fi, no problem: Apple could bring cellular support to Macs—Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Apple is reportedly thinking about bringing cellular connectivity to Macs and future XR products. You mig...
- + Start saving: iPhone 18 Pro could introduce a major price hike—Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Apple could be the first to adopt TSMC’s 2nm chips when it launches the iPhone 18 Pro in late 2026. The u...
- + Samsung could copy one of the Pixel’s best AI features—Google TL;DR A leaker has claimed that Samsung is working on an Audio Eraser feature. This would follow in the Pixel line’s footsteps by lettin...
- + PSA: Verizon Message Plus shuts down today, time to switch to replacement apps—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Verizon Message Plus is shutting down today. Users won’t be able to send or receive messages, and the...
- + Google’s extended Pixel updates prove just how important Tensor is—Rita El Khoury / Android Authority Anyone who’s peered behind the scenes at Tensor’s development issues might be pretty down on Google’s custom chi...
- + Some Galaxy S25 Ultra models could get a healthy performance boost—Robert Triggs / Android Authority TL;DR The middle and top-end Galaxy S25 Ultra variants could have more RAM than their predecessors, according ...
- + Apple, Sony could team up to turn Vision Pro into a better gaming platform—Apple TL;DR Apple is reportedly working with Sony to bring PlayStation VR 2 controller support to the Vision Pro headset. Apple has also appare...
- + If Gboard is the best Android keyboard, why do I like this alternative so much?—Andy Walker / Android Authority I’ve long believed that Gboard is the Android keyboard king. After all, it’s made by Android’s creator, offers a la...
- + Unless my phone can be a PC too, I don’t want to keep paying for extra performance—Rita El Khoury / Android Authority When was the last time you felt your smartphone really couldn’t cope? I’m running last year’s Pixel 8 Pro — hardl...
- + The Apple Watch doesn’t support Android, but one brand might have an answer—Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority TL;DR Xiaomi is reportedly investigating the feasibility of its devices supporting Apple hardware, including t...
- + The Galaxy S24 series was a sales hit, but Samsung has even higher hopes for S25—Android Headlines TL;DR Samsung reportedly aims to ship 37 million Galaxy S25 series phones in 2025, up from ~35 million Galaxy S24 series phone...
- + Why are we still fighting smartphone bloatware in 2025?—Robert Triggs / Android Authority As a Pixel daily driver for the past couple of years, I’ve become accustomed to the sleek and unintrustive nature o...
- + One UI 7 is making me fall in love with Samsung all over again—Zac Kew-Denniss / Android Authority After months of leaks and delays, Samsung’s One UI 7 beta is finally available for the Galaxy S24 series . Tho...
- + The best tech of 2024: Android Authority’s picks for the top smartwatches, foldables, tablets, more!—Ryan Haines / Android Authority 2024 is coming to a close, and that means it’s time to look back over our favorite tech of the past twelve months! Th...
- + Google skipped Qi 2 on the Pixel 9 Pro so I took matters into my own hands—Dhruv Bhutani / Android Authority Call me crazy, but MagSafe might just be the most impactful improvement in the smartphone accessory ecosystem. A...
- + My Spotify Wrapped fell flat, but Google Photos nailed my 2024 recap—Rita El Khoury / Android Authority My Spotify Wrapped recap landed a couple of days ago and, as has become customary for the past few years, I rush...
- + Google could make it easier to set watch faces from your phone (APK teardown)—Rita El Khoury / Android Authority TL;DR Google could make it easier to set a Wear OS watch face from your smartphone. The company could offer ...
- + Revealed: All the ways Apple’s first modem will lag behind even old Android phones—Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR A new report has detailed Apple’s first 5G modem, which is set to appear in the next iPhone SE. The new m...
- + Tired of waiting? These Anker fast chargers are on sale!—Anker via Amazon Now that it’s common to get no charger included with the purchase of a smartphone, it’s more important than ever to pick the right ...
- + Poll: Did you like this year’s Spotify Wrapped?—Ryan Haines / Android Authority Everybody who is anybody is doing year-end recaps right now. We just saw Google Photos get in on the action, and ea...
- + The latest GoPro action cameras are on sale, reaching new all-time low prices—GoPro Launched just last September, the latest GoPro action cameras haven’t spent much time on the shelves. It’s rare to see brand-new GoPros on sale...
- + Google Wallet is fixing it so you never have to worry about losing your passport—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR ID Pass is rolling out for Google Wallet starting today. Users will be able to create and store a dig...
- + HMD Fusion impressions: Being a modular Android phone in 2024 isn’t its best trick—HMD is not a household name in the US. The company came to the limelight in 2016 when it took on the task of making Nokia-branded phones. Fast forward...
- + One UI 7 just made accessing your apps slick as hell—Robert Triggs / Android Authority TL;DR One UI 7 offers Galaxy users a new way to organize their apps. Instead of swiping between pages of apps...
- + Broke your Xbox after rage quitting? You can now fix it with official parts from iFixit—Adamya Sharma / Android Authority TL;DR You can now find official Microsoft parts for the Xbox Series X and S on iFixit. There are also step-by...
- + One of Google’s biggest rivals has a new Android launcher, but is it any good?—Andy Walker / Android Authority You’re spoiled for choice when shopping for a new Android launcher . From smaller players like Kvaesitso and Niagara...
- + One UI 7 lets you choose if you want your notifications and Quick Settings separated—Robert Triggs / Android Authority TL;DR The One UI 7 beta will let Galaxy users pick between “Separate” and “Together” for the notifications and ...
- + Want to bring an unlocked device to AT&T, Verizon, or AT&T? Here’s a quick band guide to help—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority While all three of the big US networks have a few bands in common, there are some pretty big differences between ...
- + Google’s new community offers a sneak peek at upcoming Google TV features—Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Google is inviting some users to join its new Google TV Advisors community. Google TV Advisors is billed ...
- + I don’t use a case, and my Pixel is still in pristine condition—Robert Triggs / Android Authority Phone cases are big business. Everyone I know has at least one, and it’s the first accessory they buy when gettin...
- + I used Android Switch to ditch my iPhone, and it couldn’t have been easier—Ryan Haines / Android Authority As I’ve said in the past, I switch phones a lot — it comes with the territory. Usually, you’d think that would make...
- + Samsung now lets you control its latest earbuds right from Quick Settings—Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR One UI 7 adds closer integration with Samsung’s latest earbuds. Users can now access listening modes, the...
- + My Pixel absolutely crushes the iPhone in this one key area—Ryan Haines / Android Authority These days, Apple’s iPhone and Google’s Pixel are about as similar as they come. They look almost the same (from most...
- + Google Photos is getting its own version of Spotify Wrapped (Update: Official)—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google Photos is delivering a feature that revisits the photos you’ve taken in 2024. These Recaps sum...
- + Hands-on with Motorola’s Moto AI: A more productive Razr?—Ryan Haines / Android Authority At times, it’s hard to track who’s in the mobile AI race and who’s not. Or rather, it’s hard to remember who has laun...
- + Samsung Messages to drop RCS support on this major US carrier next year—Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR According to messages received by Verizon users, Samsung Messages will no longer support RCS after January ...
- + New phone camera tech could solve blurry photos, give you 400MP telephoto shots—Darcy LaCouvee / Android Authority TL;DR TECNO has announced two new camera technologies for smartphones. EVS Dynamic Snapshot uses an event-ba...
- + Did you know: A phone brand went bankrupt after an exec gambled away millions—Running a smartphone business is hard, and the list of dead manufacturers is enormous. There’s Nokia, BlackBerry, Microsoft, LG, Palm, and many more. ...
- + Pixel’s Now Playing feature will soon let you pick a default music player—Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Google could soon let users select a default music player for Now Playing results. The company has update...
- + Google Photos is getting its own version of Spotify Wrapped—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google Photos is testing a feature that recaps the photos you’ve taken in 2024. These recaps summariz...
- + Google Pixel 9a rumors: Release date, leaked features, rumored price, and more—Ryan Haines / Android Authority Update: December 6, 2024 (4:35 AM ET): We have updated our Google Pixel 9a hub to include real-world images of an a...
- + ChatGPT’s latest Pro plan will cost you a whopping $200 per month—Calvin Wankhede / Android Authority TL;DR OpenAI has rolled out ChatGPT Pro, a premium plan that unlocks its o1 Pro model, along with unlimited a...
- + Real-world Pixel 9a pictures leak: Say goodbye to the camera bar—Android Headlines TL;DR Real-world images of an apparent Google Pixel 9a prototype have appeared online. The images corroborate previous design...
- + Pixel Drop: Here’s everything new added to Google Pixel devices—Robert Triggs / Android Authority If you’re looking for a stellar camera phone , you can’t go wrong with a Google Pixel smartphone. But Pixels are m...
- + Changing units is a joke in Pixel Weather app, but that could change (APK teardown)—Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Google could make it much easier to change units of measurement in the Pixel Weather app. We discovered t...
- + Thank you, Google: Pixel Camera app regains on-screen brightness, WB, and shadow controls—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR In the previous Pixel Camera app redesign, Google removed convenient on-screen controls for brightness,...
- + Today’s hottest smartphone deals: Galaxy S24 Ultra, Pixel 9, and Motorola Razr Plus 2024—Damien Wilde / Android Authority Are you looking to kick off the holidays with a brand-new smartphone? Black Friday has come and gone, but that doesn...
- + Google’s got some ease-of-use improvements for how trusted places keep your phone unlocked—Rita El Khoury / Android Authority TL;DR Trusted places are getting a quick toggle to disable Extend Unlock. Google will also start letting you...
- + Motorola gives a hot cocoa-colored finish to the Razr Plus (2024)—Motorola TL;DR The Pantone Color Institute has named Mocha Mousse the 2025 color of the year. Motorola is releasing a special edition of the Ra...
- + Save $100 on the Amazon Echo Frames, get a free Echo Spot—Amazon If you’ve been thinking about getting yourself a set of Amazon Echo Frames smart glasses, right now is the best time to do so. For starters, y...
- + How to record your calls without breaking the law: A state-by-state guide—Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority Recording your phone calls seems like the sort of thing that you should be allowed to do, right? But then, you’d p...
- + Hyundai is not giving up on Android Auto—Hyundai TL;DR Hyundai has no current plans to abandon its support for Android Auto and CarPlay. Other manufacturers have been reconsidering th...
- + Bose QuietComfort Ultra deal: The best ANC headphones drop to all-time low price—Bose via Amazon The Bose QuietComfort Ultra broke to a new record-low price during Black Friday and Cyber Monday, but the deal disappeared soon after...
- + Suno AI now lets aspiring music creators on Android join in on the fun—Andy Walker / Android Authority TL;DR Suno AI is now available to download on Android. The mobile version of the AI-powered music creation tool...
- + Google Search will now help you escape the echo chamber of personalized results—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google Search has added a new “try without personalization” toggle in search result pages. This will ...
- + Google officially extends update schedules for Pixel 6, Pixel 7, and Pixel Fold—Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Google has officially added two additional years of update commitments to the Pixel 6, Pixel 7, and Pixel F...
- + Pixel 9 finally gets adaptive refresh rate support in Android 15 QPR1—Nick Fernandez / Android Authority TL;DR Google says that the Pixel 9 series now supports adaptive refresh rate in the latest Pixel Drop. Adapt...
- + Google could finally fix a major Calendar flaw (APK teardown)—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google Calendar is adding support for editing birthdays and anniversaries. Users will be able to chan...
- + Here’s how Pixel’s new Simple View feature makes your phone easier to use—Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority TL;DR Google is introducing a new Simple View feature that will make it easier for the elderly or people with ...
- + Live Captions on Android can now help you read between the lines—TL;DR Google is enhancing Live Caption with Expressive Captions on Android. Expressive Captions use AI to recognize tone, volume, and ambient so...
- + Want Gemini to remember you’re a vegan? You’ll need to pay for that.—Calvin Wankhede / Android Authority TL;DR Google has formally announced that a saved info feature is coming to Gemini Advanced. This will allow...
- + December 2024 Pixel Drop is here: Everything new coming to your phone, watch, and tablet—Robert Triggs / Android Authority TL;DR Google has announced the December 2024 Pixel Drop. Pixel phones have received improvements to Pixel Scr...
- + Latest Pixel Drop makes finding and managing your screenshots easier than ever—Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Circle to Search searches can now be saved to the Pixel Screenshots app. Tickets and credit cards that yo...
- + Girlypop gacha Infinity Nikki is the new hotness — if your phone can run it—Nick Fernandez / Android Authority Love it or hate it, Infinity Nikki is here to stay. The unabashedly girly gacha title is a cozier take on open-w...
- + Last year’s popular T-Mobile holiday freebie is returning once more!—C. Scott Brown / Android Authority TL;DR Last year, T-Mobile gave away pint glasses to celebrate the holidays, and now it’s continuing the tradit...
- + What Samsung products are coming in 2025, and what to expect—Robert Triggs / Android Authority Samsung has had quite a busy 2024. While we got the expected Galaxy S, Galaxy A, Fold, Flip, and Tab releases, Sa...
- + Your Oura Ring can now tell you if you’re about to get sick—Rita El Khoury / Android Authority TL;DR Oura has started rolling out a new Symptom Radar feature to users of the Oura Ring 3 and Oura Ring 4. ...
- + One UI 7: Release date, beta rollout, confirmed features and everything else we know—Update: December 5, 2024 (08:00 AM ET): We’ve updated this Samsung One UI 7 hub with details about the officially confirmed features and the fact tha...
- + Breaking: Samsung begins rolling out Android 15-based One UI 7 beta for Galaxy S24 series—TL;DR Samsung’s first One UI 7 beta is available now for the Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24 Plus, and Galaxy S24 Ultra. Users can sign up for One UI 7 b...
- + We’re giving Bluesky a shot, and you should too—We have a quick announcement to make: Android Authority is on Bluesky. You can follow us at @androidauthority.com . Right now, we’re just pushing ...
- + Linkind by AiDot: Smart TV Backlight Experience That Brings Your Movies and Games to Life—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority It’s surprising that smart lighting hasn’t evolved in some years. Those who want a truly smart lighting experienc...
- + OnePlus could launch a more affordable OnePlus Pad, and here’s what to expect—Ryan Whitwam / Android Authority TL;DR OnePlus is reportedly working on a new affordable Android tablet. The tablet is rumored to feature an 11...
- + New Pixel 9 feature may use AI to auto-generate to-do lists from calls (APK Teardown)—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR The Google Phone app could soon get a “Call To-do List” feature, expanding on the existing Call Notes f...
- + More for nothing: Verizon is increasing its frivolous admin fee (Update: Confirmed)—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Verizon is apparently increasing its controversial administrative charge. This fee is purportedly goi...
- + Nothing’s new home screen widget revives Nokia’s classic Snake game—Nothing TL;DR Nothing and its community members have co-created a new Snake game widget. The widget brings back memories from Nokia’s early day...
- + Save over $100 on this XGIMI Elfin Flip portable projector deal—XGIMI Are you looking for a portable projector to upgrade your winter movie nights? XGIMI is one of the most notable brands in this market, and one o...
- + Google Photos finally adds a smarter way to delete cloud backups—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google Photos is rolling out a new “Undo device backup” feature to help with cloud storage management. ...
- + The international Galaxy S25 is getting one feature US buyers will miss—Robert Triggs / Android Authority Galaxy S24 TL;DR The global variants of the Galaxy S25 series have been spotted on the FCC website. The list...
- + The big One UI 7 wait may finally be over—Samsung TL;DR One UI 7 will bring Android 15 to Samsung Galaxy phones for the first time. While Samsung has committed to a One UI 7 beta, detai...
- + Amazing deal: The Marshall Tufton speaker is $220 off!—Marshall OK, we know we just reported a deal on the Marshall Tufton yesterday , but today, we came across a sale that is so good we had to publish i...
- + Apple iPad 10th Generation drops back to its $249.99 record-low price—Ryan Haines / Android Authority The Apple iPad 10th Generation is the cheapest tablet in Apple’s current lineup, and it got way cheaper during Black ...
- + YouTube TV not working? Here’s how you can try to fix it—As you’d expect, “not working” covers a whole host of problems, from playback errors to the app itself failing to load. The good news is that there’s ...
- + Samsung may finally let you long press the power button to launch Gemini—Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority TL;DR A teardown of the Google app hints that you’ll be able to hold down the side button on Samsung devices t...
- + Disney Plus hopes a taste of Hulu and ESPN will tempt you to upgrade your plan—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Disney Plus is adding an ESPN tile to its app to create a more integrated streaming experience. For s...
- + Native PDF support is coming to Chrome for Android, and you can try it now—Calvin Wankhede / Android Authority TL;DR Google Chrome for Android will soon finally open PDF files on its own without the need for a third-part...
- + Spotify Wrapped made me miss the radio this year—Ryan Haines / Android Authority I’ve never been a big fan of the radio. In fact, I’ve had Spotify Premium for years to avoid listening to commercia...
- + AT&T’s 5G upgrades promise lower costs, but will those savings reach you?—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR In a recent analyst event, AT&T shared its vision for the future, focusing on faster and more effic...
- + Streaming is becoming a little more like cable with always-on HBO channels for Max—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Warner Bros. Discovery is bringing always-on channels to Max in a new test. Those included in the tes...
- + Homey now has its own version of Home Assistant Dashboards, also called Dashboards—TL;DR After a brief beta period, Homey Dashboards are now available for anyone who wants to use them. Homey Dashboards essentially replicate Hom...
- + This Android phone is borrowing iOS 18’s anti-nausea trick—Ryan McNeal / Android Authority TL;DR HONOR has launched the 300 Series in China. The company’s latest phone lineup includes a feature designed...
- + Google highlights how Chrome for Android doubled its Speedometer benchmark score—Rita El Khoury / Android Authority TL;DR Chrome on Android has delivered best-in-class Speedometer benchmark scores on Android devices. Google ...
- + I love my Pixel, but I still miss my old OnePlus phone—Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority I used to love OnePlus phones — I had three of them. But over the years, the brand lost a lot of its appeal to me ...
- + Xfinity Mobile is offering up to $500 per line to new customers and other great holiday deals—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Xfinity Mobile is offering up to $500 per line to help you pay off your phones on your existing carrier...
- + Customer learns the hard way why you shouldn’t buy internet access like Girl Scout cookies—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR A former Spectrum customer was convinced to drop a $ 20-a-month legacy plan for Verizon’s 5G Home inter...
- + Google Photos could soon make it easier to set wallpapers (APK teardown)—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Currently, setting a wallpaper from Google Photos requires navigating through multiple menus. A futur...
- + These are my 5 favorite Android productivity features—C. Scott Brown / Android Authority As a smartphone reviewer, a good chunk of my day involves being on my phone. After all, how can I find what I like...
- + Black Friday deals the Android Authority team actually spent their money on—Here at Android Authority, we are all about tech, and we spend day and night learning all about new products, as well as the hottest deals. If one of ...
- + Wallpaper Wednesday: More great phone wallpapers for all to share (December 4)—C. Scott Brown / Android Authority Welcome to Wallpaper Wednesday! In this weekly roundup, we’ll give you a handful of Android wallpapers you can...
- + Your Pixel will occasionally ignore the 80% charging limit, but for good reason—Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Google has quietly revealed that your phone will occasionally ignore the charging limit feature. The char...
- + Spotify Wrapped 2024 is here with a first-ever personalized AI podcast—Spotify TL;DR Spotify Wrapped has started rolling out to users worldwide. This year, Spotify’s annual music recap is getting a healthy dose of ...
- + Still using Google Assistant? Gemini’s new Utilities extension might convince you to switch—Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Gemini’s new Utilities extension lets you control your phone with voice commands. You can now set alarms, o...
- + These new Windows handhelds might actually get more than 2 hours of gameplay—MSI TL;DR MSI refreshed its Windows handheld lineup with the Claw 8 AI+ and Claw 7 AI+. These are the first devices to feature the energy-effic...
- + Apple may not launch the HomePod with display in March after all—Dhruv Bhutani / Android Authority TL;DR Initial rumors suggested Apple would launch a HomePod with a 6-7-inch display in March 2025. The A18-po...
- + T-Mobile’s new festive deal makes switching over to the carrier cheaper—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR T-Mobile is quietly waiving the $35 activation fee for new postpaid lines. The offer can be combined ...
- + Circle of life: ChatGPT could Google-ify its search results with… ads—Calvin Wankhede / Android Authority TL;DR OpenAI is considering bringing ads to its artificial intelligence products, including ChatGPT, to incre...
- + More for nothing: Verizon is increasing its frivolous admin fee—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Verizon is apparently increasing its controversial administrative charge. This fee is purportedly goi...
- + It’s no Rewind, but YouTube Trending 2024 is here!—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR YouTube has released its top trending lists for 2024. The roundup includes the top songs, creators, a...
- + The PlayStation 5 Slim is still $75 off, and now you get a free game!—Oliver Cragg / Android Authority Black Friday and Cyber Monday may be over, but Sony isn’t stopping its awesome holiday deals. While rarely discounte...
- + Google’s beefing up Android app security, but not everyone’s going to be happy—Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority TL;DR Play Integrity is getting some upgrades that promise faster, more secure device attestation. The new v...
- + Your next smart TV might come with a lot more Walmart inside—Walmart TL;DR Walmart has officially completed its acquisition of Vizio, including its SmartCast operating system. The $2.3 billion deal gives ...
- + Deal: The Marshall Tufton speaker finally goes on sale, 33% off—Marshall We know the audiophiles among us will preach about how there are so many better speakers than Marshall’s for the price. And this is true, bu...
- + The iPhone 17 Pro models could get an unexpected display upgrade—Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR The iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max could use new display technology. It’s claimed that this technology improve...
- + 32 years ago today, personal communication changed forever—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR The first SMS text message was sent on December 3, 1992. Part of an early Vodafone test, the message ...
- + Google’s Recorder app could be getting the upgrade users have been waiting for (APK Teardown)—Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority TL;DR Code from the latest Google Recorder app suggests a “Clear Voice” feature is in the works. This new fe...
- + Google enhances Maps on Android Auto with reports from Waze—C. Scott Brown / Android Authority TL;DR The Google Maps app on Android Auto now shows reports from Waze drivers. The Maps mobile app also rece...
- + Amazon Music Delivered reveals your top songs and most embarrassing Alexa requests—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Amazon has announced Delivered, its new yearly recap feature on Amazon Music. Like Spotify Wrapped, D...
- + The best custom Gboard emoji combos—Emoji Kitchen If you’re that person in the WhatsApp groups with a sticker for every occasion, you’ll want to start playing with Gboard emoji combos...
- + Smart displays, security cameras: Here’s why I’m excited for Apple’s smart home reawakening—Apple HomeKit, Apple’s smart home platform, turned ten years old this September, and it’s hard not to feel like it’s been a decade of untapped potent...
- + Chrome for Android could adopt this smoother animation from iOS—Rita El Khoury / Android Authority TL;DR Google is testing a new back-and-forward gesture animation in Chrome for Android. The feature uses “Ba...
- + Google starts testing a new Gemini-powered Assistant voice on Nest speakers—Adam Molina / Android Authority TL;DR Google appears to have started testing a new Google Assistant voice on Nest devices. The new voice is rep...
- + This GameCube classic is playable on Android again thanks to a big Dolphin update—C. Scott Brown / Android Authority TL;DR Dolphin emulator just got a big update with countless bug fixes and improvements for GameCube and Wii e...
- + Google’s new app helps me learn complex topics, but can it escape the graveyard?—Calvin Wankhede / Android Authority Google has never been shy about experimenting when new tech comes along, often releasing new projects that fly un...
- + Stable Wear OS 5 update rolling out widely for these older Galaxy smartwatch models—Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority TL;DR Wear OS 5 with One UI 6 Watch is rolling out to Galaxy Watch 5, Watch 5 Pro, Watch FE, and possibly Watc...
- + Visible’s New Year’s deal is even better than its Black Friday sale—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Visible is celebrating the upcoming new year with its best promotion yet, with the offer ending January...
- + This Snapdragon 8 Elite phone comes with RGB lights and monster specs—Adamya Sharma / Android Authority TL;DR vivo’s sub-brand IQOO has launched the IQOO 13 outside China. The phone boasts an array of powerful spe...
- + Google Pixel phones can now tell you exactly how hot they are—Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Google has brought live device temperature measurements to its Pixel phones. The feature is available aft...
- + The Galaxy Z Fold 7 could get a long-overdue display upgrade—Lanh Nguyen / Android Authority TL;DR The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 could offer the same screen sizes as the Galaxy Z Fold 6 Special Edition. Thi...
- + Google Messages may finally tackle a longtime RCS group chat frustration (APK teardown)—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google Messages could soon solve a common frustration for group chat users, finally enabling them to se...
- + Is Reddit not working? Here are some fixes you can try!—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority It’s nowhere close to Google or Facebook, but Reddit stays firm on the list of the most popular websites in the...
- + Get an Amazon Echo speaker before Cyber Monday deals end!—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority Amazon Echo speakers are an amazing way to upgrade your living spaces. They are also very affordable, especially ...
- + It’s the most wonderful time to get a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 on sale!—Lanh Nguyen / Android Authority Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals are as hot as they can get right now, bringing some of our favorite tech to ultra...
- + Cyber Monday deals: Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra vs Google Pixel 9 Pro XL—Aamir Siddiqui / Android Authority It’s hard to say which the absolute best smartphone in the market, as the answer depends on your preferences, need...
- + Google ushers in December with Android’s latest security patches, plus Wallet upgrades for Wear OS—Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority TL;DR Google has shared the latest Android security fixes with its 2024-12-01 and 2024-12-05 patch levels. U...
- + PSA: Here’s how to make sure Gmail’s tracking all your holiday packages—Google TL;DR Gmail is able to track your shipments in real time. However, users have to opt-in to package tracking by clicking on “Allow” at th...
- + Apple AirPods Max drop to new record-low price thanks to Cyber Monday!—Chris Thomas / Android Authority As much as we love Android around here, we can’t deny there are some benefits to Apple’s iOS, and we know many of yo...
- + Gemini won’t require you to unlock your phone to make calls anymore—Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Google is rolling out a function that allows Gemini to make calls and send messages while the phone is lock...
- + Gemini could soon let you turn PDFs into podcasts (APK teardown)—Google TL;DR NotebookLM’s Audio Overviews could soon be coming to Gemini on your phone. Audio Overviews will generate spoken “podcasts” where h...
- + Apple’s privacy promise doesn’t extend to its own employees, lawsuit claims—Oliver Cragg / Android Authority TL;DR An Apple employee has filed a lawsuit against the company for allegedly spying on workers through their pe...
- + Fitbit bug is making it almost impossible to navigate the app properly—Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Users of the Fitbit app claim an issue is cutting off the UI at the top of the screen on several pages. I...
- + AT&T’s new Internet Backup will keep you online when fiber goes down—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR AT&T has announced its new Internet Backup feature, rolling out next week to fiber customers. The...
- + Gemini could shake things up with random ‘I’m feeling lucky’ button (APK teardown)—Calvin Wankhede / Android Authority TL;DR Google is adding random suggestions on the Gemini homepage. However, the first suggestion, “I’m feeli...
- + Happy Thanksgiving: iPhone users are suddenly embracing RCS—Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Many Android users anecdotally report that a lot more of their iPhone contacts have recently begun using RC...
- + Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 wishlist: All the features I want to see—Ryan Haines / Android Authority The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 made many noteworthy improvements over its predecessor, including significantly reducin...
- + The best deals of Cyber Monday 2024: Phones, smart home devices, and a whole lot more—Black Friday may have passed, but Cyber Monday means that almost all of the best deals are still live. The retailers are clamoring to get your busines...
- + Aluminum or titanium? Here’s what the latest iPhone 17 Pro rumor suggests—Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Last month, a report stated the iPhone 17 Pro models would retire titanium in favor of aluminum. A rumor ...
- + iPhones could eventually get multiple customizable buttons—Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR A new patent suggests that Apple is considering introducing more Action buttons on future iPhones. The do...
- + Exclusive: Here’s what the canceled Pixel Tablet 2 would have been—Rita El Khoury / Android Authority TL;DR Google’s canceled Pixel Tablet 2 was planned to include key upgrades, such as a 120 Hz display, Tensor G...
- + This feature is making a comeback, and I want to see it on Pixel and Galaxy phones—Hadlee Simons / Android Authority The first next-generation flagship Android phones are here, and all eyes are on improvements like beastly process...
- + The OnePlus 13 officially goes global this January, competing against the Galaxy S25—OnePlus TL;DR OnePlus has confirmed the global launch of the OnePlus 13 in January 2025. The phone will be available in three colors, including...
- + Did you know: You can create your own search engine—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority Not happy with the search results provided by Google? Welcome to the club. The solution to your problem could be...
- + The Snapdragon 8s Elite could be a major upgrade for affordable flagships—Kris Carlon / Android Authority TL;DR New leaks have shed light on the next Snapdragon 8s chip, which could be the Snapdragon 8s Elite. The upp...
- + AI Overviews in the Google app could get a much-needed fact-check boost (APK Teardown)—Google TL;DR Google is testing a new feature for Gemini’s AI Overviews in the Google app for Android, which will make it easier to see the source...
- + Performance or battery life? One of these is clearly more important to you.—Robert Triggs / Android Authority The Snapdragon 8 Elite processor is expected to power a host of top Android phones in 2025, and it delivers a big...
- + Your Tesla car key now lives on your wrist, but there’s a catch—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Tesla will let Apple Watch users unlock their cars using its official app later this month. The upcom...
- + One UI 7 could bring an alarming update to the Samsung Clock app—C. Scott Brown / Android Authority TL;DR Samsung’s Clock app is getting an update with One UI 7, and the upcoming app has been leaked ahead of it...
- + Love Samsung’s Edge Panels? One UI 7 brings bad news.—Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Samsung has reportedly notified users that they can’t download Edge Panels after updating to One UI 7. Ga...
- + Never mind 8 Elite: Leaks are here for Qualcomm’s next Android flagship chip—C. Scott Brown / Android Authority TL;DR The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 processor could be “significantly” more expensive than the already pricey 8...
- + Google Translate could offer a richer, seamless Instant Translate experience (Updated: Rolling out)—Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority TL;DR Google Translate could soon let you access extra options within the Instant Translation preview, removin...
- + YouTube TV for Android picks up a controversial design change from the main YouTube app—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR YouTube TV is reportedly getting a new mini-player on the Android app. The design docks a floating Pi...
- + Leak suggests an 8,000mAh Android flagship might be in the works for 2025—Hadlee Simons / Android Authority TL;DR A trusted tipster suggests Realme is exploring multiple battery configurations for its next-generation fl...
- + Google Maps is getting some help from Waze to warn you about road hazards—C. Scott Brown / Android Authority TL;DR Google Maps users are now seeing police reports sourced from Waze drivers directly within the app. The...
- + 2024 passed by without the smartwatch feature I wanted the most—Rita El Khoury / Android Authority As smartwatches grow more powerful and add more utility, they’re starting to hold as much personal weight as our p...
- + I love my Pixel, but this budget Samsung phone has become my ultimate life hack—Ryan Whitwam / Android Authority As a smartphone power user, I naturally tend to gravitate towards picking a flagship as my daily driver. High-end sm...
- + Should phones be banned from schools? No, the reality is more complicated than that—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority While the US government hasn’t done much at the federal level to ban or limit smartphones in schools, many scho...
- + T-Mobile customers are getting a chance to take a selfie that’s truly out of this world—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR T-Mobile is offering its customers a free opportunity to have their selfies photographed in space. Ma...
- + I tested two of the new 2024 Kindles, and this is the one you absolutely should buy—Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (2024) The 2024 iteration of the Amazon Kindle Paperwhite is the best Kindle yet for your standard e-reading needs. Amazon h...
- + A mysterious glitch is causing Garmin watches to crash; here’s what’s happening—Garmin TL;DR Many Garmin users have reported frequent watch face crashes, showing an “IQ!” logo with an orange exclamation mark. The issue seem...
- + After 2 weeks reviewing the new iPad Mini (2024), I just want a Pixel Tablet Mini—Mobile Rita El Khoury / Android Authority After 2 weeks reviewing the new iPad Mini (2024), I just want a Pixel Tablet Mini The iPad Mini reminde...
- + The best new Android apps and games for December 2024—Andy Walker / Android Authority Keeping track of all the new Android apps can be tough, but I’m happy to do the hard work for you. I’ve scoured the i...
- + Here’s what Google’s Pixel lineup has in store for 2025 and beyond—Rita El Khoury / Android Authority Thanks to a series of leaks in recent weeks, we now know a great deal about Google’s plans for its future Pixel s...
- + I thought I wanted a new Pixel camera app, but I really just needed a new photo editor—Ryan Haines / Android Authority It’s funny — when one of us here at Android Authority has an opinion, there’s usually someone else on the team who ...
- + These are the 5 Samsung Routines I can’t live without—Aamir Siddiqui / Android Authority Automation has always been a popular idea. Having a device do things for you instead of doing it all yourself app...
- + I replaced every emulator on my phone with this $50 gaming handheld and I don’t regret it one bit—TrimUI Smart Pro The TrimUI Smart Pro is a fantastic 16:9 handheld that can reach below $50 on sale. It can handle everything up to the PS/N64, and y...
- + Deal: The Apple MacBook Air M1 is just $599, but is it the right choice?—Gary Sims / Android Authority Black Friday deals are all the hype, and there is one offer you may want to look at if you want to get a competent lapt...
- + Google keeps teasing this Pixel Watch face you still can’t get—Google TL;DR Google appears to be developing an updated version of the Pixel Watch’s Concentric watch face. The revision would add up to four c...
- + Apple Mac Mini M4 deal: The biggest discount we’ve seen yet—While the Apple Mac Mini M4 is less than a month old, it was an instant hit. Go looking for reviews, and you will find nothing but people praising thi...
- + Philips Hue just solved a major problem for smart lighting users—Philips Hue TL;DR The Philips Hue app has introduced multi-bridge support, allowing users to link multiple Hue Bridges into a single home system....
- + Nothing rumored to be expanding lineup to three models in 2025—Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Nothing is rumored to be working on three new phones. It’s said that these phones will come out in the fi...
- + Google Photos Memories are getting a new home, plus a new name—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google Photos is moving Memories into your Collections. Memories are also being rebranded as “Moments...
- + Deal: Amazon’s newest Kindle is already discounted for Black Friday—C. Scott Brown / Android Authority If you’re an avid reader, you would agree that nothing quite beats the comfort of a dedicated eReader . Amazon ha...
- + Gmail on Android just gave you one less excuse for messing up all your CCs—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Gmail is making it easier to move contacts between the “to,” “cc,” and “bcc” fields on Android. Users...
- + The Apple MacBook Pro with M4 Max chip is $400 off right now—Kris Carlon / Android Authority Apple isn’t big on discounts, so a $400 Black Friday deal on one of its most stacked laptops caught our eye today. T...
- + Sayonara, MacBook Air: The Lenovo Chromebook Duet (Gen 9) is my new travel companion—Computing Ryan Haines / Android Authority Sayonara, MacBook Air: The Lenovo Chromebook Duet (Gen 9) is my new travel companion Hey look, so much ...
- + Deal: Save 50% on the TicWatch Pro 5 for the first time—The TicWatch Pro 5 is a solid Wear OS device, boasting Qualcomm’s Snapdragon W5 Plus Gen 1 for effective performance. Its dual-display design blends a...
- + Goodbye DeX, Samsung reveals the fate of the Windows app—Dhruv Bhutani / Android Authority TL;DR The One UI 7 rollout will mark the end of a fan-favorite feature. Samsung warns that it will be discont...
- + Samsung’s Fold SE didn’t launch globally, but another Galaxy Slim flagship could—Robert Triggs / Android Authority Galaxy S24 and S24 Plus TL;DR A new Samsung Galaxy phone with model number SM-S937B/DS has appeared on the GSM...
- + Without Android’s new Private Space, here’s how I hide my sensitive apps in plain sight—Andy Walker / Android Authority Our smartphones are digital binders that house profoundly personal and critical data. Should you ever misplace your...
- + The GoldenMate LiFePO4 UPS keeps essential equipment running during a power outage—GoldenMate As the cold sets in, so does the chance of power outages caused by frozen power lines, fallen trees during power outages, and overwhelmed ...
- + Black Friday: Samsung Galaxy S24 gets second price drop to $659.99—Robert Triggs / Android Authority However early the Black Friday sales start in recent years, there’s always one or two gems that drop on the day its...
- + When people ask me what phone to buy this year, it’s not a $1,000 powerhouse—Ryan Haines / Android Authority Galaxy S24 FE The end of the year and early 2025 are shaping up to be exciting times for performance junkies like my...
- + New Pixel bug freezes your phone after calls, but here’s how to fix it—C. Scott Brown / Android Authority TL;DR A bug in Google Assistant’s Quick Phrases feature is causing a persistent toast notification on Pixel ph...
- + For better or worse, realme’s first Snapdragon 8 Elite phone feels like a flagship killer—Realme GT7 Pro Between the great screen, fantastic battery life, rapid charging, and excellent real-world performance, the realme GT7 Pro nails the b...
- + Thin Galaxy Z Fold or S Pen support? Samsung doesn’t want you to choose.—Ryan Whitwam / Android Authority TL;DR Samsung is reportedly working on tech that would bring S Pen support to screens without a digitizer. The...
- + Roborock’s Black Friday deals bring huge discounts to its entire range of robot vacuums—Roborock Now that the hearty Thanksgiving dinner is over, it’s time to open your wallet and start prepping for Black Friday. There are thousands of d...
- + Netflix who? YouTube is the streaming king in my eyes, and it’s not even close—Damien Wilde / Android Authority Netflix is great, but YouTube is better. There, I said it. But before you grab your pitchforks, Netflix fans, just h...
- + Wasting a lot of time watching Shorts and Reels? This app puts you back in control.—Hadlee Simons / Android Authority TL;DR A new app called Sane Scrolling promises to block short-form video content on various apps. The app let...
- + One UI 7 is here: Release date, beta timeline, confirmed features and everything else we know—Update: November 29, 2024 (05:55 AM ET): We’ve updated this Samsung One UI 7 hub with details about the officially confirmed features. Samsung’s ...
- + Samsung finally spills the beans on One UI 7, here are the new features!—Samsung TL;DR Samsung’s Spanish website has revealed details about One UI 7 ahead of its rollout. One UI 7 highlight features include new icons...
- + The cool Casio Ring Watch is coming to the US very soon—Casio TL;DR Casio has listed the Casio Ring Watch in the US. This is basically a Casio watch in the form of a ring. Expect to pay $120 for th...
- + One UI 7 apps are now available to download, but you’ll need to install them yourself—Robert Triggs / Android Authority TL;DR A Twitter user has shared a few One UI 7 versions of Samsung apps. The shared apps include the Calendar...
- + Galaxy S25 and 25 Plus colors appear in parts leak: Do they live up to the ‘Sparkling’ name?—Robert Triggs / Android Authority TL;DR The colors of the Galaxy S25 and S25 Plus have leaked thanks to images of their original SIM card tray r...
- + Google’s Thanksgiving 2024 Doodle is all about food, family, and floats—Google In its annual tribute to Thanksgiving, Google has revealed a cheerful and festive Doodle that captures the spirit of the holiday. It features ...
- + The best deals of Black Friday 2024: Phones, smart home devices, and a whole lot more—We’re on the brink of Black Friday, which means it’s full steam ahead for the sales. The retailers are clamoring to get your business, and you can tur...
- + Black Friday charger deals: Why a good charger is the perfect holiday gift—UGREEN Have you noticed most people have horrible chargers? That’s because no one outside our tech bubble really goes out how to pick the right char...
- + Save $50 on the Amazon Echo Show 10 and get a free smart light!—Adamya Sharma / Android Authority Just yesterday we covered Amazon’s hottest deals on its smart displays , and the Echo Show 10 was oddly still at i...
- + Amazing deal: 63% off the JLab JBuds Lux ANC, our favorite budget headphones—Finding the very best headphones is relatively simple. Put simply, the battle is mainly between the Sony WH-1000XM5, Bose QuietComfort Ultra, and Ap...
- + The best new streaming movies this week: Blitz and more—Apple Studios We’re back with a brand new list for the week. It’s going to be fun — grab a cup of coffee! The best new streaming movies this week ...
- + The Roku Black Friday sale includes 59% savings on the Roku Outdoor Camera—Amazon Roku has joined the Black Friday party, and it’s not holding back. From streaming to smart home , all manner of flagship Roku devices are su...
- + The brand-new Amazon Echo Show 15 and Show 21 are already on sale!—Amazon Who said smart displays have to be small? Amazon is taking them to the next level with its new Echo Show 15 and Echo Show 15. These just launc...
- + Android Aut-Oh No! Mysterious bug adds ‘oh’ when reading text messages in your car—Adamya Sharma / Android Authority TL;DR Android Auto has recently started appending “oh” to the end of some messages it reads aloud. Reports ha...
- + The PlayStation 5 Slim Disc Edition drops to a new record-low price of just $424!—Oliver Cragg / Android Authority Winter break is coming, and I don’t know about you, but my fondest childhood memories involve playing video games wa...
- + Google VPN support for the Pixel Tablet arrives ahead of expectations—Rita El Khoury / Android Authority TL;DR VPN by Google has been available on the Pixel 7 and later devices, but skipped the Pixel Tablet. Acces...
- + Save $650 on the super cool LG StanbyME Go portable TV—LG Call me crazy, but the LG StanbyME Go portable screen is about the coolest display I have seen in years. It comes built into a briefcase you can c...
- + Google Messages fixes Profile Discovery privacy oversight, here’s what to do next—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google Messages now lets you control who sees your profile picture and name through the Profile discove...
- + Google Translate could make life easier with Sticky Translation mode (APK Teardown)—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google is working on a so-called Sticky Translation mode in Google Translate. This would effectively ...
- + This Verizon offer could save you hundreds of dollars over the next year—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Verizon is offering a $10/month per line loyalty discount to subscribers. The discount can be applied...
- + T-Mobile might have a great 5G Home Internet deal for you—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR T-Mobile will reportedly offer its 5G Home Internet Unlimited plan for $30 a month. You’ll need at le...
- + The US gets its first Snapdragon 8 Elite phone with Android 15 out of the box—Nubia TL;DR The Nubia Z70 Ultra is the first Snapdragon 8 Elite phone to launch in the US. The device is priced at $829 and is available with a...
- + Spotify says Wrapped 2024 is ‘right around the corner’—Spotify Indonesia TL;DR Spotify has started teasing the release of Wrapped 2024. Spotify Wrapped 2024 is highly speculated to be released on D...
- + The amazing Narwal Freo Z Ultra cleaning robot is $400 off, hitting record-low price—Jonathan Feist / Android Authority If you want an amazing robot vacuum and mop, you will often have to pay a lot of money for it. The Narwal Freo Z U...
- + Save 50% on the Google Nest Audio, our favorite smart speaker—Adam Molina / Android Authority If you’re looking for the best smart speaker, the experts at our sister site, Sound Guys, have given that award to th...
- + Long-delayed Pixel Watch 3 Performance Loop Band is now finally available for purchase—Google TL;DR The Pixel Watch 3 launched back in August without its Performance Loop Band. While some retailers listed the band early, and we he...
- + Google Maps drops ‘speed trap’ reports for broader ‘police’ option—Ryan Haines / Android Authority Google Maps TL;DR Google Maps is changing the “Speed trap” option in its incident reports. “Speed trap” is bei...
- + Poll result: Kindle fans would love to see Amazon bring the Oasis back—When you’re looking to replace a form factor as iconic as the printed and bound book, design is everything. For almost two decades now, companies have...
- + Hot deal: Apple iPad Mini A17 Pro plunges back to its all-time low price!—Rita El Khoury / Android Authority The new Apple iPad Mini A17 Pro was just launched last month. While we usually don’t see significant discounts on ...
- + Samsung gives Galaxy Wearable app a more modern look, but stops short of full redesign—Jimmy Westenberg / Android Authority TL;DR Samsung has revamped the look of its Galaxy Wearable mobile app. The biggest changes have been made ...
- + HUAWEI is officially done with Android starting next year—Robert Triggs / Android Authority TL;DR HUAWEI’s latest phones are designed to run on its new Harmony OS Next operating system. The original Ha...
- + What’s the best Lifeline plan available and how much can you save?—Robert Triggs / Android Authority The Lifeline assistance program began its life back in 1985 as a way to bring affordable phone service into more Am...
- + What will smartphones of the future look like? Here are 5 crazy ideas—Robert Triggs / Android Authority My first mobile phone was the Ericsson A1018s . I bought it at a gas station in 1999 when I was 11 years old. Some...
- + Fossil Gen 6 gets its first software update in almost a year—Eric Zeman / Android Authority TL;DR The Fossil Gen 6 is receiving its first update in a year. The new software version includes the April 2024...
- + Holiday steal: Pick up the Beats Solo Buds for just $49.99—SoundGuys It’s the season of giving, even if that means giving to yourself. Whether it’s a stocking stuffer for a loved one or an audio upgrade for y...
- + Android 15 QPR2 is preparing a new way to declutter your lock screen notifications—Google is working on a new lock screen notification minimalism feature for Android. When enabled, this will shrink notifications so only their icons...
- + My first Matter smart home experience has been a frustrating disaster—Rita El Khoury / Android Authority It’s been two years since Matter, the unifying smart home protocol , officially launched and about 18 months sinc...
- + The Majora’s Mask Android port just added the final missing feature—Nick Fernandez / Android Authority TL;DR The Android port of The Legend of Zelda: Majora’s Mask decomp just added touch controls. This unoffici...
- + One UI 7 is almost here: Release date, beta timeline, leaked features and everything else we know—Update: November 25, 2024 (05:00 AM ET): We’ve updated this Samsung One UI 7 hub with beta timeline details, a video showing the split notification s...
- + Samsung Galaxy A56 5G renders show one small but notable change—Android Headlines TL;DR Apparent Samsung Galaxy A56 5G renders have been posted online. The images show a phone that looks similar to the Galax...
- + Google TV fixes an ad problem by making banners more irritating—C. Scott Brown / Android Authority TL;DR Google TV ads now show gigantic QR codes that occupy a significant portion of the screen. Scanning an ...
- + Google could soon give Gemini a much-needed cleanup (APK teardown)—Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Gemini for Android has a few menus and buttons in its UI, which aren’t intuitive. In a future update, Gem...
- + Move over PlayStation Portal: Sony may be working on a true Nintendo Switch rival—Hadlee Simons / Android Authority TL;DR Sony is reportedly working on a handheld gaming device to take on the Nintendo Switch. The device is ex...
- + New video shows off One UI 7’s iOS-style features and faster animations in action—Samsung TL;DR The One UI 7 beta update, originally expected last week, is now expected in December. A leaked video clip shows One UI 7’s faster...
- + Google Calendar on Android finally lets you manage all your tasks directly—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google Calendar for Android now includes a full-screen view of all tasks and task lists, making it easi...
- + Android Auto and Nest cameras exist, so why not a Google dash cam?—C. Scott Brown / Android Authority Dash cams are fast becoming essential for every driver, recording road events in real-time for security or insuran...
- + How I boosted my productivity using a free app and two simple docs—Bogdan Petrovan / Android Authority Like everyone else, I’m constantly looking for ways to improve my productivity. Over the years, I’ve run through...
- + Black Friday vs Prime Day: Which one offers better deals?—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority As the Deals Editor at Android Authority , I’ve spent several years scouting out more deals than most people see...
- + Here’s what I’ll miss about Chrome OS once it turns into Android—Ryan Haines / Android Authority I never thought the day would come, but Chrome OS has an expiration date. It’s not right around the corner — it’ll ...
- + 8 features from Android skins we want on stock Android 16—Robert Triggs / Android Authority Google recently released the stable version of Android 15 to Pixel phones, but the company is already hard at wor...
- + The Garmin Enduro 3 is too big for me, but I’m obsessed with its battery life—Wearables and health Ryan Haines / Android Authority The Garmin Enduro 3 is too big for me, but I'm obsessed with its battery life With a great b...
- + I easily scammed Google’s new Scam Detection feature—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority Earlier this year, Google rolled out a new feature for Android phones called Theft Detection Lock. Ostensibly, ...
- + Has Google’s Tensor project failed?—Robert Triggs / Android Authority Thanks to an unprecedented leak from Google’s gchips division, we already know virtually everything about the proce...
- + I shopped Amazon Haul for tech products, here’s what I found—Amazon Move over, Temu and Shein — there’s a new bargain store in town. Amazon has just launched Haul, a dedicated section in its mobile shopping app...
- + Of all the features Google has killed, I will miss this one the most—Rita El Khoury / Android Authority As I opened Google Maps today and went to check my Timeline, I got the dreaded notification that my Timeline is g...
- + Want a great-looking speaker? The Marshall Woburn II is $200 off!—Marshall You’ve probably noticed a Marshall Woburn series speaker at retail stores or your local Best Buy. There is no way you’ll walk past it and wo...
- + Black Friday deals: Lenovo Legion Go vs ASUS ROG Ally X—C. Scott Brown / Android Authority It’s the most wonderful time of the year for gamers and techies. Black Friday deals are popping up all over the pl...
- + Android 15 QPR1 Beta 3.1 arrives with last-minute fixes, including one for annoying theming bug—Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority TL;DR Android 15 QPR1 Beta 3.1 is now available, ahead of the public Pixel Drop. Google’s changelog reveals ...
- + Google’s working on a mysterious new Play Store app filter (APK teardown)—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR The Google Play Store is developing a filter to prevent you from seeing apps that link to other apps. ...
- + Google can completely shut down your Google account. Here’s the info you need.—C. Scott Brown / Android Authority Imagine waking up one day to find out that your Google account has been permanently banned and that you cannot get...
- + Why does my Mint Mobile hotspot feature not work as it should? It’s likely down to this problem—In many cases, you’ll find the correct setting by typing Access Point Names into the Settings search bar. You should see Mint Mobile listed as one o...
- + Black Friday finally delivers PlayStation DualSense Controller deal—Hadlee Simons / Android Authority Contrary to the pronouncements of some online outlets, today isn’t Black Friday . But with some of the deals that...
- + Turns out most of you are pretty OK with Google merging Chrome OS with Android—Ryan Haines / Android Authority Earlier this week, we broke the news that Google might merge Chrome OS and Android. This information was related to...
- + The Google Home app is still so bad, Nest cam users are jumping ship—Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority TL;DR Users who migrate their Nest cameras to the Google Home app will lose a lot of features. Zoom and enha...
- + YouTube Music’s 2024 Recap is doing some things you won’t see in other wrap-ups—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR YouTube Music’s 2024 Recap is now starting to roll out widely. This year’s recap freshens things up ...
- + Smartphone exec slams ‘fake flagship products’ that are actually disguised downgrades—Nubia/Weibo TL;DR Nubia president Ni Fei has attacked other smartphone manufacturers for offering “fake flagship products.” The executive also ...
- + If you are looking for a truly hands-free robot vacuum experience, get the Eureka J15 Pro Ultra—Eureka Robot vacuums are a dime a dozen now, a rapid shift from the very limited options that were available only a few years ago, and are truly a mu...
- + Android finally catches up to iOS’s seamless app backup and restore—Damien Wilde / Android Authority TL;DR Android’s Credential Manager API is getting a new Restore Credentials feature that backs up and restores a...
- + This Nintendo DS emulator just got a huge update, but there’s bad news for Android users—Nick Fernandez / Android Authority TL;DR Popular Nintendo DS emulator melonDS just released version 1.0. New features include better upscaling,...
- + WhatsApp is finally doing something about its marketing spam problem—Hadlee Simons / Android Authority TL;DR WhatsApp will soon let its users stop or resume receiving business marketing messages. Unlike the block...
- + Google Keep gets ready to fancy up your sketches with ‘Help me draw’ (APK teardown)—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google Keep is working on a tool to beautify your sketches with generative AI. “Help me draw” can con...
- + Hot deal: Save a whopping $600 on Samsung The Frame 55-Inch TV—Samsung With so many options, finding the right TV can be daunting. One thing is for sure, though: if you care for aesthetics, Samsung’s The Frame se...
- + Pixel Weather can now warn you about bad pollen days—Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR The Pixel Weather app has added a pollen count card and Immersive weather vibrations. The pollen count ca...
- + Google Meet is making this picture-perfect feature available to all—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Automatic framing is now available to all Google Meet users. Previously, the feature was only availab...
- + The best flip smartphones from Samsung and Motorola are on sale!—Ryan Haines / Android Authority Are you thinking of getting yourself a foldable flip smartphone? The battle for the best one is mainly between the Sa...
- + Google brings all Nest cameras to one app – but should you make the switch?—Rita El Khoury / Android Authority TL;DR Google now allows all Nest cams from 2015 and later to be added to the Google Home app, offering a more ...
- + T-Mobile launches free phone promotion for select iPhone and Android users—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR T-Mobile is offering free phone replacements to select customers due to network changes. You can only...
- + The best headphones from Sony and Bose are on sale!—Are you looking for a fantastic pair of headphones? If you want the best of the best, the real battle is between the Sony WH-1000XM5 and the Bose Quie...
- + Chrome could be on the chopping block, as DOJ targets Google’s monopoly—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR The DOJ reportedly wants Google ordered to sell off Chrome. The request would follow August’s ruling ...
- + Narwal Freo and Freo X Ultra robots plummet to record-low prices!—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority Are you looking for a robot vacuum and mop? There are way too many available in the market, so we know finding th...
- + Google Chat’s best feature this year is finally ready for everyone—Nick Fernandez / Android Authority TL;DR Earlier this year, Google Chat got voice messages for Workspace accounts Google is now extending acces...
- + AT&T is calling out T-Mobile for its misleading free iPhone commercial—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR AT&T has brought a Fast-Track SWIFT challenge against T-Mobile’s “Top Three Plays of the Day” comme...
- + Samsung could get some rival Android devices banned in US if it has its way—Robert Triggs / Android Authority TL;DR The US International Trade Commission has made a preliminary decision that BOE infringed on Samsung Displ...
- + Save $800: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 has never been this cheap!—Lanh Nguyen / Android Authority The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 is an amazing device. It is undoubtedly among the best foldable smartphones you can fin...
- + Like electronics? You’ll love these new dbrand glow in the dark PCB skins.—dbrand TL;DR dbrand just launched a new line of 3D skins with the look and feel of a circuit board. The company hired PCB engineers to ensure ...
- + This leaked Pixel Laptop will likely run Android, not Chrome OS—Palash Volvoikar / Android Authority TL;DR Google is reportedly working on a new Pixel Laptop. Codenamed “Snowy,” the laptop could offer some r...
- + Source: Google is turning Chrome OS into Android to compete with the iPad—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR A source within Google has told Android Authority that Google plans to migrate Chrome OS fully over t...
- + The 2024 iPad Air is just $1 off its record-low price today—Ryan Haines / Android Authority Apple is famously frugal when it comes to savings on its high-end hardware, but the holiday sales are your best chan...
- + FPGA vs software emulation for retro gaming: We’ve tested both and here are the big differences—Ryan Haines / Android Authority When it comes to retro gaming, it can be hard to get your hands on original hardware. Even if you can, most retro con...
- + I tried gaming on the Google TV Streamer, and it was just awful—The Google TV Streamer is one of the best and most surprising Google products launched this year. It’s Google’s first non-Chromecast streaming product...
- + Apple could launch the AirTag 2 next year with three key improvements—Eric Zeman / Android Authority TL;DR Apple could launch the long-awaited AirTag 2 next year. The next-gen model will pack a new wireless chip, ...
- + Move over Pixel, here’s what my perfect phone looks like—Aamir Siddiqui / Android Authority The year is approaching its final weeks and we’ve seen loads of great Android phones throughout 2024. From Sams...
- + Your phone can now remind you when you’ve used an app for too long—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google is rolling out a new Digital Wellbeing feature to help you spend less time on distracting apps w...
- + Tested: Are Google’s Tensor chips really that hot and inefficient?—Robert Triggs / Android Authority Google’s Pixel smartphones pride themselves on superb software but haven’t quite garnered the same reputation for t...
- + It seems T-Mobile was also hacked in massive telecomm breach by China-linked hackers—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR T-Mobile has confirmed it is among the providers affected by a recent telecom hack allegedly carried ou...
- + It took Google years to add this Android 15 feature, and it’s still half-baked—Rita El Khoury / Android Authority If there’s one feature I’ve had on the top of my Android wishlist for nearly a decade now, it’s notification sync ...
- + I took three phones to Europe, but only used my Fujifilm pocket camera—Ryan Haines / Android Authority Taking a vacation — especially in my line of work — is often easier said than done. Not because I have a particularly...
- + My love-hate relationship with the iPad, explained—Eric Zeman / Android Authority I’ve been an Android user since I started using smartphones . But I received an iPad (9th gen) as a gift a while ago ...
- + Why does the Pixel 9 look so much like an iPhone? You can blame the EU—Ryan Haines / Android Authority Earlier this year, when Google first teased the Pixel 9 series , a collective groan could be heard around the world....
- + 5 extremely handy apps that helped me while moving houses—Rita El Khoury / Android Authority Over the past month, my husband and I have been going through the dreaded house move experience. We’d only gone th...
- + You can now view and add Google Calendar events using Gmail’s Gemini side panel—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google is rolling out calendar integration for the Gemini side panel in Gmail. The feature will let u...
- + Google Docs now lets you use Gemini to create images for your documents—Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google Docs is getting a new AI-powered image generation feature that will let you easily add inline im...
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