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- Bye bye One UI, hello Galaxy OS? Wild rumor points to a big shakeup for Samsung phonesTL;DR A new rumor suggests Samsung could be working on Galaxy OS, with deeper AI integration through Google and third-party partnerships. The tipster claims One UI 10 could bring a major overhaul alongside the Galaxy S28 series. Samsung hasn’t confirmed any of these plans, and no other reliable sources have corroborated the rumor. Samsung has… Read More »Bye bye One UI, hello Galaxy OS? Wild rumor points to a big shakeup for Samsung phones
- Apple’s iPhone Duo just gave Samsung the ultimate marketing gift
Credit: Aamir Siddiqui / Android Authority TL;DR Apple’s unveiling of the iPhone Duo seemingly generated massive consumer curiosity in foldables, making the foldable form factor mainstream. Samsung says that active Google searches for Samsung foldables jumped 300% over the last four weeks (aligning with the iPhone Duo launch), while demand for the Galaxy Z Fold… Read More »Apple’s iPhone Duo just gave Samsung the ultimate marketing gift - You can now (unofficially) play Super Mario Galaxy on Android, no emulator needed
Credit: Hadlee Simons / Android Authority TL;DR A developer has just released an unofficial port of Super Mario Galaxy on Android. There are some notable glitches at this juncture, but performance is otherwise great on even budget Android devices. The port comes roughly two weeks after the Wii game was first decompiled. We saw a… Read More »You can now (unofficially) play Super Mario Galaxy on Android, no emulator needed - We asked how you feel about yearly smartphone launches, and the results are depressingWe’re an enthusiast-first website, and that’s precisely why results from a recent poll we ran are particularly telling. There was a time when a new smartphone launch was genuinely something to look forward to. With an audience like ours — people who follow the smartphone industry closely — you’d expect excitement surrounding annual smartphone launches… Read More »We asked how you feel about yearly smartphone launches, and the results are depressing
- You can now pair an Apple Watch with Android, but there’s a big catch
Credit: Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority TL;DR A developer has managed to pair and activate an Apple Watch with an Android phone, without even needing an iPhone for the setup. The open-source project offers some basic Apple Watch functionality, although several features remain incomplete. It currently requires a rooted Android phone and has only been… Read More »You can now pair an Apple Watch with Android, but there’s a big catch - Gemini for Home is finally learning that ‘stop’ means stopTL;DR Google’s first October update for Google Home brings improvements to Gemini for Home, including more natural conversations, better voice command handling, and consistent weather responses. The Google Home app is getting redesigned controls for lights, plugs, and switches, alongside several camera fixes and usability improvements. Compatible Matter devices, including Philips Hue lights, should now… Read More »Gemini for Home is finally learning that ‘stop’ means stop
- The iPhone Duo’s screen repair costs make Samsung foldables look like a bargainTL;DR The iPhone Duo will cost $999 to repair its inner display without AppleCare Plus. By comparison, Galaxy Z Fold 8 inner-screen repair costs less than half that amount, at $419. Other iPhone Duo repairs without AppleCare Plus can cost up to $1,499. Spending $1,999 on a foldable phone is already a pretty big financial commitment,… Read More »The iPhone Duo’s screen repair costs make Samsung foldables look like a bargain
- Verizon customers just got a free Google AI Pro perk
Credit: Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Verizon is offering eligible customers six months of Google AI Pro for free. The carrier is also offering Verizon Family, Call Filter, and one month of Verizon Digital Secure Premium at no extra cost. It also shared a sneak peek at upcoming Shine experiences. Just like T-Mobile, Verizon… Read More »Verizon customers just got a free Google AI Pro perk - Nothing’s first smart glasses leak reveals two very different betsTL;DR A new leak says Nothing is preparing two pairs of smart glasses: A camera-free model and a more advanced, camera-equipped version. Both are expected to support audio, calls, voice assistants, and photochromic lenses, while the camera model could add ChatGPT and translation features. The two-tier approach could let Nothing serve buyers who want AI… Read More »Nothing’s first smart glasses leak reveals two very different bets
- PSA: Google is silently linking your phone number across all signed-in accounts
Credit: Brady Snyder / Android Authority TL;DR Google now automatically verifies and attaches your phone number to every Google account signed in on your Android device without explicit prompts. Google updated its documentation between August and October 2025 to reflect this opt-out behavior, which links numbers across secondary, work, and alt profiles. Users can turn… Read More »PSA: Google is silently linking your phone number across all signed-in accounts - Here’s your first look at smarter album browsing in Google PhotosTL;DR New screenshots give us our first look at Google Photos’ upcoming people and pets filtering feature for individual albums. The feature lets users select one or more people and pets to quickly find specific photos in an album. The feature is still in development, and we don’t know when Google plans to roll it… Read More »Here’s your first look at smarter album browsing in Google Photos
- Android Fast Pair could soon support even more accessories, and that’s good news for your health
Credit: Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority TL;DR Fast Pair on Android could soon support health-related devices. Code already confirms support for Bluetooth BP monitors, but it could also include glucometers, pulse oximeters, smart weighing scales, and other similar devices. Along with this, support devices could also let you choose whether or not to sync data… Read More »Android Fast Pair could soon support even more accessories, and that’s good news for your health - This upcoming wide-screen slab phone could pack not one, but two 200MP camerasTL;DR Oppo is reportedly developing a wide-screen, non-folding smartphone, potentially following Huawei’s Pura X View. The device could feature a 6.35-inch 120Hz display, a Dimensity 9000-series chip, and two 200MP cameras. Two leaks disagree on its positioning, with one pointing to a mid-range Reno device and the other suggesting a pricey flagship. Huawei might have… Read More »This upcoming wide-screen slab phone could pack not one, but two 200MP cameras
- Google gets ready to make the Play Store wishlist a whole lot more usefulTL;DR Google says that the Play Store’s wishlist should have filters available, but so far we don’t see any in the app. With the Play Store’s latest update, we can now check out wishlist filters in operation. The Play Store is also experimenting with big new buttons, and an updated search icon. Google Play is… Read More »Google gets ready to make the Play Store wishlist a whole lot more useful
- Sorry, audiophiles — Spotify is crashing when playback quality is set to losslessTL;DR Spotify is crashing for those listening to tracks at the “lossless” setting on a desktop. Spotify posted that it’s aware of the issue. Switching media quality to “very good” seems to be the solution for now. Spotify outages happen almost as regularly as New Music Friday, and now we’ve got a fresh issue to… Read More »Sorry, audiophiles — Spotify is crashing when playback quality is set to lossless
- Google Home users are watching their carefully organized rooms fall apartTL;DR Some Google Home users say devices assigned to rooms are suddenly appearing under “Linked to you” instead. The devices often still show their correct room assignments in settings, suggesting a syncing or display bug rather than lost configurations. No confirmed fix exists yet, and Google hasn’t publicly acknowledged the issue. Apple is spending today… Read More »Google Home users are watching their carefully organized rooms fall apart
- AYN Odin 3 Portal is coming, could be the most powerful large handheld on the market
Credit: Hadlee Simons / Android Authority TL;DR AYN has revealed that the Odin 3 Portal handheld is coming, hinting at “flagship power” in the process. The company also showed off the handheld’s design, and it looks virtually identical to the Odin 2 Portal. History suggests that the Odin 3 Portal will effectively be the Odin… Read More »AYN Odin 3 Portal is coming, could be the most powerful large handheld on the market - Android 17 is coming to OnePlus and realme phones: Here is when your device gets Color OS 17
Credit: Paul Jones / Android Authority TL;DR Following OPPO’s Color OS 17 announcement, OnePlus and realme have shared their official rollout schedules, with rollouts beginning October 29, 2026, and continuing through Q1 2027. First on the list are flagship devices like the OnePlus 15, OnePlus Pad 4, OnePlus 15R, OnePlus 13, and OnePlus 13s, with… Read More »Android 17 is coming to OnePlus and realme phones: Here is when your device gets Color OS 17 - Massive Samsung Android XR glasses leak shows off all variants and specs
Credit: Samsung TL;DR Samsung’s upcoming smart glasses have leaked again, with dozens of color options. The leak also reveals key specifications, including RAM, storage, and details on the camera’s recording capabilities. It also adds that glasses weigh as little as 41 grams, noticeably lighter than the Meta Ray-Ban ones. Samsung’s smart glasses with Android XR… Read More »Massive Samsung Android XR glasses leak shows off all variants and specs - Survey shows Google’s recent Gemini downgrade isn’t going down wellEarlier this month, Google announced plans to limit access to its newer AI models to those who don’t subscribe to its AI services or pay for the base AI Plus tier. The latter, a $4.99/month demand, will now grant users access only to the Flash and Flash Lite models, putting Pro options out of reach.… Read More »Survey shows Google’s recent Gemini downgrade isn’t going down well
- Pebble Round 2 makes rival smartwatches look chunky in new hands-on video
Credit: Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR In a new YouTube video, an early Pebble Round 2 tester has shared largely positive impressions after several months of everyday use. The watch’s slim design and comfort impressed him, but the buttons were occasionally unresponsive on two units. Battery life has varied during his testing, with the… Read More »Pebble Round 2 makes rival smartwatches look chunky in new hands-on video - YouTube preps some new app icons, but what are they meant for?TL;DR Three new YouTube icons have mysteriously popped up in the app’s latest update. Code references allude to icon preferences, suggesting users may get a choice in which they see. It’s unclear if this might ultimately emerge as a Premium-only feature. It may not happen every day, but every so often our favorite apps find… Read More »YouTube preps some new app icons, but what are they meant for?
- Meta wants Muse to keep up with ChatGPT and Gemini, and Wonder is howTL;DR Meta has launched Muse Wonder and Wonder Full, its new frontier AI models built for personal and professional agentic tasks. The models add features like Active Memory and Active Focus to help agents retain context, work through problems, recover from mistakes, and handle longer-running tasks. Muse Wonder is available through Meta’s Model API and… Read More »Meta wants Muse to keep up with ChatGPT and Gemini, and Wonder is how
- Planning to buy Apple’s iPhone Duo? Here are Xfinity Mobile’s deals
Credit: Aamir Siddiqui / Android Authority TL;DR Xfinity Mobile has revealed its deals for the iPhone Duo. The carrier is offering new Mobile Plus customers and existing Diamond Members up to $1,000 off the foldable when trading in an eligible device. Mobile Plus customers without a trade-in can still get $400 off the latest iPhone… Read More »Planning to buy Apple’s iPhone Duo? Here are Xfinity Mobile’s deals - The OnePlus 16 is here, and you’ll wish you could buy it in the US
Credit: OnePlus TL;DR OnePlus has launched the OnePlus 16 in China. The new phone has a Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 chip, a 9,000mAh battery, and a 200MP main camera. OnePlus announced its exit from Europe and the US earlier this year, which means the OnePlus 15 was its last flagship device in these… Read More »The OnePlus 16 is here, and you’ll wish you could buy it in the US - OnePlus 16R spec leak suggests it could fix one of 15R’s biggest flaws
Credit: Tushar Mehta / Android Authority TL;DR A new leak suggests the OnePlus 16R could come with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, triple 50MP cameras (including a telephoto), a 165Hz display, and a battery larger than 7,500mAh. Bringing back the telephoto camera could be one of the biggest wins for the upcoming affordable flagship,… Read More »OnePlus 16R spec leak suggests it could fix one of 15R’s biggest flaws - Nothing’s Android 17 rollout is officially underwayTL;DR Nothing has started rolling out the stable Nothing OS 5.0 update to the Phone 3, making it the company’s first phone to receive Android 17. The update adds a redesigned Launcher, split Quick Settings and notifications, new widgets, camera upgrades, deeper customization, and several Android 17 features. The rollout is staggered, so availability will… Read More »Nothing’s Android 17 rollout is officially underway
- Survey shows Samsung Gallery’s former backup buddy was more popular than you might thinkAt the end of September, Samsung halted Gallery sync support for Microsoft OneDrive. Previously, this partnership allowed photos from Gallery to be seamlessly mirrored to OneDrive, much like the Google Photos app backs up to Google’s cloud service. Many believed Samsung was gearing up for its own cloud backup service in a similar vein, but… Read More »Survey shows Samsung Gallery’s former backup buddy was more popular than you might think
- I’ve tried all the major to-do list apps but keep coming back to this oneWhenever it comes to productivity apps, I always get excited about to-do list apps that promise to help me get things done. After all, I’m a chronic procrastinator who has a hard time remembering things, especially when life gets chaotic. As a result, I’ve tried too many apps to count. But TickTick is the to-do… Read More »I’ve tried all the major to-do list apps but keep coming back to this one
- I’m using the vivo X Fold 6, and now the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra feels ancient
Credit: Harish Jonnalagadda / Android Authority While much of the foldable attention these days is going to wider devices like the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and the upcoming iPhone Duo, book-style foldables have never been better. That’s the first thing I noticed when I switched from my Pixel 11 Pro XL to the vivo X Fold… Read More »I’m using the vivo X Fold 6, and now the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra feels ancient - My Google Photos library was a mess — here are the 2 tricks that finally fixed it
The default date-based structure adopted by Google Photos and many on-device galleries inadvertently encourages me to search for media using its date taken. I know using the Search or Ask feature to find photos and videos by keywords is more effective and tech-savvy, yet scrolling through the timeline has become ingrained in my habit. That… Read More »My Google Photos library was a mess — here are the 2 tricks that finally fixed it - I won’t buy another Galaxy FE until Samsung makes these changes
Credit: Paul Jones / Android Authority Earlier this year, I wrote about how I picked up a Galaxy S25 FE for my daughter and was instantly impressed. Unfortunately, I can’t say the same about its successor. The Galaxy S26 FE is not a bad phone, but it is a pretty poor value. We’ve seen this… Read More »I won’t buy another Galaxy FE until Samsung makes these changes - If you only care about the basics, this is the only Android phone I’d recommendIn a smartphone market obsessed with folding screens, ultra-fast charging speeds, and four-figure price tags, it’s easy to feel left behind if all you want is a phone that just works. Not everyone needs a pocket supercomputer to edit 8K video or play graphic-heavy games at maximum frame rates. Most people simply want a reliable… Read More »If you only care about the basics, this is the only Android phone I’d recommend
- The real reason your high-end Bluetooth headphones don’t sound as good as you’d expect
Credit: C. Scott Brown / Android Authority You’ve done your homework; you researched a pair of high-end headphones and lined them up with an expensive Hi-Res music streaming service, but something seems off. Your tunes just don’t sound quite as good as when listening with wired headphones or a speaker. The problem, almost certainly, is… Read More »The real reason your high-end Bluetooth headphones don’t sound as good as you’d expect - Siri AI beats Gemini at the thing that matters mostNow that iPhones have a functional version of their own voice bot with Siri AI, it was natural for me to pit it against Gemini out of sheer curiosity. Since Google had a solid head start, I expected this comparison to be one-sided, with Siri continuing to be the compromised AI bot being the new… Read More »Siri AI beats Gemini at the thing that matters most
- I spent the weekend switching 2FA services, and I wouldn’t wish it on my worst enemyI would rather wish that I could avoid some tech-adjacent chores forever. I can’t tell you how long I’ve put off cleaning my PC of dust bunnies, or organizing my tech cupboard with a system that doesn’t hinge entirely on broken boxes and serpentine piles of cables. But as I discovered this past month, none… Read More »I spent the weekend switching 2FA services, and I wouldn’t wish it on my worst enemy
- Survey suggests that the iPhone Duo is tempting a surprising number of Android fans
Credit: Apple Apple may have arrived years late to the foldable phone party, but it’s certainly made an impression with the iPhone Duo. The company’s first foldable has a near-creaseless display, some interesting software tricks, and a $1,999 price tag. It’s impressed some of us here at Android Authority, although others still prefer Samsung’s Galaxy… Read More »Survey suggests that the iPhone Duo is tempting a surprising number of Android fans - Google Translate could soon get its own version of Gboard’s RamblerTL;DR Google introduced Rambler for Gboard earlier this year, removing filler words and cleaning up your voice input for text conversion. Now Google Translate appears to be preparing its own similar mode called Smart assist. It’s not yet clear if Smart assist would have some of the same limitations as Rambler. Voice-to-text sounds like a… Read More »Google Translate could soon get its own version of Gboard’s Rambler
- Here’s how to unlock your Googlebook’s secret light showTL;DR The steps to find the hidden Glowbar Disco app on Googlebooks have been revealed. The app is tucked away in the system settings, but it’s easy enough to find when you know where to look. Glowbar Disco lets you customize the laptop’s light strip with colors, animations, and music-sync effects. The Glowbar is one… Read More »Here’s how to unlock your Googlebook’s secret light show
- Microsoft 365 is making a big cut to your OneDrive storage perkTL;DR Microsoft is cutting the total OneDrive storage for Microsoft 365 Family and Premium subscribers from 6TB to a shared 2TB pool. Solo subscribers could benefit from the change, but families using more than 2TB may need to delete files, move data, or pay for additional storage. The new limits apply immediately to new subscribers,… Read More »Microsoft 365 is making a big cut to your OneDrive storage perk
- Some Gboard users suddenly can’t type capital lettersTL;DR Some Gboard users report that the Shift key randomly stops working, making it impossible to capitalize letters manually. Restarting your phone, force-stopping Gboard, clearing its cache, or switching layouts can temporarily fix it, but it often returns. The issue may be tied to the latest Gboard beta. There are a few things you expect… Read More »Some Gboard users suddenly can’t type capital letters
- Nothing’s audio lineup might soon expand into speakers
Credit: Stephen Radochia / Android Authority TL;DR A new FCC certification listing suggests Nothing is working on a portable wireless speaker with the product code “E495.” While technical details are limited at this stage, the filing confirms Bluetooth connectivity and an integrated rechargeable battery. If and when released, this device would mark the brand’s first… Read More »Nothing’s audio lineup might soon expand into speakers - The Z Fold 8 is the best phone I’ve used for Nintendo DS emulation, but it’s not perfect
Credit: Hadlee Simons / Android Authority I’ve generally stayed away from Nintendo DS and 3DS emulation on smartphones over the years. The main reason is that I generally found it to be a cramped experience. After all, most smartphone screens don’t comfortably show both DS and 3DS displays on-screen at once. My outlook changed in… Read More »The Z Fold 8 is the best phone I’ve used for Nintendo DS emulation, but it’s not perfect - Is DuckDuckGo AI actually a good alternative to Gemini and ChatGPT? I found outAs artificial intelligence becomes an everyday essential, privacy has emerged as its greatest compromise. Mainstream platforms like ChatGPT and Google Gemini rely heavily on persistent user profiles, behavioral tracking, and vast datasets — often drawn directly from your prompts — to train their models. Enter DuckDuckGo AI Chat (accessible via Duck.ai). Promoted as a privacy-first… Read More »Is DuckDuckGo AI actually a good alternative to Gemini and ChatGPT? I found out
- Samsung’s first over-ear headphones in more than a decade might finally have a nameTL;DR Samsung’s upcoming over-ear headphones could launch under the Galaxy Studio name, according to a new leak. The source previously leaked the Galaxy Buds On name early in its development cycle, lending credibility to the latest claim. Galaxy Studio could take on premium headphones like Apple’s AirPods Max, though pricing, features, and availability remain unknown.… Read More »Samsung’s first over-ear headphones in more than a decade might finally have a name
- Apple could swiftly follow its smart home event with new iPads and MacBooksTL;DR Apple announced its latest iPhones last month, and is planning a smart home event for next week. Those may soon be followed up with a month-end event announcing new MacBook and iPad hardware. In addition to a 14-inch M6-powered iPad, we could see an OLED-equipped iPad mini. With October already upon us, many of… Read More »Apple could swiftly follow its smart home event with new iPads and MacBooks
- Survey suggests a small Android Auto design change is proving surprisingly divisive
Credit: Dhruv Bhutani / Android Authority Android fans will have noticed that Google seems rather fond of wavy progress bars these days. They’re part of the company’s broader Material 3 Expressive design, and you can find them across Google’s apps and interfaces — including Android Auto. But as we’ve seen the squiggly design make its… Read More »Survey suggests a small Android Auto design change is proving surprisingly divisive - Apple teases ‘Welcome Home’ event next weekTL;DR Apple has confirmed it’s hosting an event with the tagline “Welcome Home” next week. The event should feature previously leaked smart home gear developed jointly with LG, among others. It may also feature Apple’s rumored smart display, an updated HomePod mini speaker, and more. Apple just revealed a slate of new products, including its… Read More »Apple teases ‘Welcome Home’ event next week
- The cheapest Googlebook is bootlooping for some usersTL;DR Some Acer Googlebook 14 owners have reported that their device is stuck in a bootloop. At least four users have reported the issue, while solutions like unlocking and re-locking the bootloader don’t seem to work. We’ve asked Acer for comment regarding the problem. There are five Googlebooks available at launch, with the Acer Googlebook… Read More »The cheapest Googlebook is bootlooping for some users
- Advertising texts in Google Messages aren’t what we want — these 5 fixes are
Credit: Joe Maring / Android Authority Earlier this summer, we learned Google Messages was adding a new feature that lets users chat about upcoming features. Many Android Authority readers agreed this felt like an unnecessary feature when there are so many other things we’d like to see improved. The good news is that Google seems… Read More »Advertising texts in Google Messages aren’t what we want — these 5 fixes are - I spent a month with One UI 9, and these are the 9 best features you need to try
Credit: Paul Jones / Android Authority Android 17-based One UI 9 is finally rolling out to eligible Samsung phones, and there’s a lot to like about it. I’ve been poking around the beta builds for over a month now, and a few of the features have genuinely stuck with me. Most of these are buried… Read More »I spent a month with One UI 9, and these are the 9 best features you need to try - Typing on the latest Kindle Scribe is getting a lot more effortless
Credit: Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority TL;DR The latest Amazon Kindle Scribe models are now getting a voice typing feature. Older Kindle Scribe models are also getting support for Sticky Notes outside of the Kindle library. Some other Kindle models are also getting performance improvements. Slow-refreshing e-reader displays can make typing on them quite jarring.… Read More »Typing on the latest Kindle Scribe is getting a lot more effortless - This new app promises to bring Netflix to Android Auto
Credit: Sanuj Bhatia / Android Authority TL;DR A developer has released a new app for Android Auto called Velvet Launcher. The app is said to launch a special version of the Chrome browser that works just like the one on desktop. The developer says that Velvet Launcher can be used to play Netflix. If you… Read More »This new app promises to bring Netflix to Android Auto - Where the heck is Android 17 QPR1 for Google’s Pixel 11 phones?TL;DR Google announced Android 17 QPR1 on September 17. While older Pixel phones have been getting their updates, QPR1 has yet to hit the Pixel 11 series. The Pixel 11 has already been involved in other incidents where it seemingly had to skip updates. It’s supposed to be simple: If you want access to the… Read More »Where the heck is Android 17 QPR1 for Google’s Pixel 11 phones?
- Top-rated SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini Gen 3 falls to $157 until midnightDesk space matters when you play fast games, and a compact keyboard can make a real difference. The SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini Gen 3 is built for that kind of setup, and there’s a Prime Day deal on it at Amazon right now. See the deal at Amazon
- GPT-6 gives ChatGPT its biggest visual makeover yetTL;DR OpenAI’s new Intelligent UI lets GPT-6 build visual, interactive responses with buttons, charts, forms, diagrams, and task-specific tools. Instead of using one fixed layout, ChatGPT can shape the interface around the question, from interactive bike diagrams to adjustable cooking plans and calculators. GPT-6 is rolling out now to Plus, Pro, Business, and Enterprise users,… Read More »GPT-6 gives ChatGPT its biggest visual makeover yet
- Garmin’s latest watch is an endurance monster, and there’s good news for pricingTL;DR Garmin has launched the Enduro 4 and Approach S72, with both watches available in the US from October 9. The Enduro 4 keeps its predecessor’s huge battery claims while adding faster maps, smarter power modes, and new stamina tools. The Approach S72 targets serious golfers with swing metrics, biometric insights, and upgraded on-course features.… Read More »Garmin’s latest watch is an endurance monster, and there’s good news for pricing
- I’ve tried every popular Android VPN, but this is the only one I use for gamingIf you play competitive online games, you likely experience the same issues I have. Yes, poor ping and lag have been bothering me for ages. I’ve used ExitLag for the longest time. It does what the name implies: reduces ping and packet loss by finding the fastest path to a game’s online server. It’s not… Read More »I’ve tried every popular Android VPN, but this is the only one I use for gaming
- Google could soon let Gemini handle your Gmail inbox for youTL;DR Google is working on making AI Inbox even more useful with agentic Gemini tasks in Gmail. It will let users assign AI Inbox tasks for Gemini to handle. Gemini will ask for input where needed and will wait for human confirmation before sending any emails or marking a task as completed. Since Google launched… Read More »Google could soon let Gemini handle your Gmail inbox for you
- Amazon is taking away this Alexa feature from Echo speakers for no real reasonTL;DR Amazon has removed Alexa voice controls for AUX input on several older Echo speakers with 3.5mm ports. The physical AUX connection still works, and users can also manage supported AUX modes through the Alexa app or switch to Bluetooth. The change affects the Echo Studio (1st Gen), Echo Plus (2nd Gen), and Echo (3rd… Read More »Amazon is taking away this Alexa feature from Echo speakers for no real reason
- Google sounds really excited about ‘massive’ feature update hitting Pixel Buds right nowTL;DR Google shares a series of new feature upgrades for the Pixel Buds Pro, Pro 2, and Buds 2a. The Pro 2 get their Dynamic Active Noise Cancellation, first announced at the Pixel 11 launch. All three models get upgrades to Live Translate, voice control, and sleep detection. New hardware is always going to pique… Read More »Google sounds really excited about ‘massive’ feature update hitting Pixel Buds right now
- Fall’s first Pixel update just landed, and it’s another end-of-the-road milestoneTL;DR Google’s October 2026 Pixel update is now available for Pixel 6 and newer devices. The company cites three main fixes, targeting Pixel 8 through Pixel 11 hardware. This is likely to be the last such update released for the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro. With October now here, summer is formally in the… Read More »Fall’s first Pixel update just landed, and it’s another end-of-the-road milestone
- Samsung Galaxy Book 6 deal knocks the 16-inch touchscreen laptop down by 48%Amazon has cut $1,300 off the Samsung Galaxy Book 6 16-inch Touchscreen Laptop 2026, dropping it from its $2,699.99 RRP to $1,399.99. That is a 48% discount relative to the recommended retail price, and it is the best deal we have seen this year. See the deal at Amazon
- Google’s latest version of Nano Banana ups the visual quality and consistency
Credit: Dhruv Bhutani / Android Authority TL;DR Google has announced the launch Nano Banana 2.1. The latest image generation and editing model improves upon visual design, mask-based editing, and subject consistency. Nano Banana 2.1 is rolling out to the Gemini app, AI Mode, AI Studio, Flow, Stitch, Google Ads, and Gemini Enterprise Platform. It’s been… Read More »Google’s latest version of Nano Banana ups the visual quality and consistency - Anker’s highly rated 100W GaN charger falls to $45.99 with 3 ports and a smart displayAnker’s 100W ultra-compact 3-port GaN charger is down to $45.99 at Amazon, which is a solid drop from its $69.99 retail price. That saves you $24, and Amazon says the deal is 35% off the recommended retail price, so this is a good time to grab it if you need one charger for several devices.… Read More »Anker’s highly rated 100W GaN charger falls to $45.99 with 3 ports and a smart display
- Google app’s Search Live is gearing up for a design overhaulTL;DR The Search Live camera interface in the Google app could receive a few design tweaks, including the ability to minimize the camera window and move it around the page. Google could also introduce new bubble animations for Search Live when it’s active. Although the transcript button has disappeared in the redesigned interface, it’s too… Read More »Google app’s Search Live is gearing up for a design overhaul
- Google praised AI for finding bugs. Now it has too many reports, not enough bugsTL;DR Google has stopped accepting product vulnerability reports through its OSS VRP after a sharp rise in automated submissions, many of which it says are invalid. The company had already warned in March about a massive surge in AI-generated reports, including hallucinated bugs and low-impact issues. The timing is hard to ignore: Google has spent… Read More »Google praised AI for finding bugs. Now it has too many reports, not enough bugs
- The 9 best Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 watch faces you need to usePart of the joy of owning a smartwatch is getting to customize the watch face. You can go with something simple that resembles a traditional watch, or opt for a full-blown dashboard that keeps you aware of your activity stats. The Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 is no different, allowing you to choose from dozens of… Read More »The 9 best Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 watch faces you need to use
- Samsung confirms the best new thing about its SmartTag 3 trackersTL;DR Past Samsung SmartTag trackers have only supported monitoring through Samsung Galaxy phones. The just-announced SmartTag 3 formally extended that support to iOS devices. Samsung now clarifies that other Android models are getting access, as well. Samsung just got finished introducing its new tablets last week, announcing the Galaxy Tab S12 Plus and Ultra. And… Read More »Samsung confirms the best new thing about its SmartTag 3 trackers
- Dell’s Googlebook will also cost less than you (and Google) thought
Credit: Richard Priday / Android Authority TL;DR Dell’s first Googlebook will be cheaper than Google’s disclosed pricing. The XPS Googlebook will start at $999, rather than $1,199. This laptop runs on a Snapdragon X Elite chip, with 32GB of memory and 1TB of storage. It’s been two weeks since the Googlebook launch, and somehow we’re… Read More »Dell’s Googlebook will also cost less than you (and Google) thought - Smartwatches are struggling to connect with Strava
Credit: Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority TL;DR Strava is reportedly having trouble syncing with smartwatches. Users are experiencing the issue on Galaxy, Garmin, and Apple devices. It’s unclear what the cause of the issue is. After a run, swim, ride, and so on, you shouldn’t have to even think about sending over your workout data… Read More »Smartwatches are struggling to connect with Strava - Samsung may have found a smart way to speed up Galaxy S27 Ultra chargingTL;DR The Galaxy S27 Ultra is rumored to keep the same 60W charging rating as the S26 Ultra. But Samsung may make that 60W work harder, potentially cutting charging times despite a larger battery. It’s still unclear whether the improvements will remain exclusive to the S27 Ultra. Apple gave Samsung an unusual taste of its… Read More »Samsung may have found a smart way to speed up Galaxy S27 Ultra charging
- Galaxy S27 Ultra colors leak, and Samsung could be breaking up with purpleCredit: Android Headlines TL;DR Latest Galaxy S27 Ultra leak reveals the possible colors available for the upcoming flagship. Leaker Ice Universe mentions the phone would come in black, blue, light pink, and white. There’s little clarity on the exact finishes of these “base colors.” There’s no dearth of Galaxy S27 leaks, especially ones talking about… Read More »Galaxy S27 Ultra colors leak, and Samsung could be breaking up with purple
- Android Auto could soon stop working on millions of phonesTL;DR Users on Android 10 are starting to receive warnings that Android Auto will soon stop working on their phones. The alerts suggest Google may be preparing to raise the minimum Android Auto requirement for wired connections to Android 11. Google hasn’t announced the change yet, and its support pages still list Android 9 Pie… Read More »Android Auto could soon stop working on millions of phones
- Some iPhone 18 Pro Max units are losing cell service, but the good news is you get a new phone (again)TL;DR Apple has confirmed that a “small number” of iPhone 18 Pro Max customers on AT&T have lost cellular service. Some users have already received a replacement, while others seemingly haven’t. Apple has asked iPhone 18 Pro Max users to install iOS 27.0.1 to prevent this issue from occurring. The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max… Read More »Some iPhone 18 Pro Max units are losing cell service, but the good news is you get a new phone (again)
- Apple’s rumored smart display is a serious threat to Google Home — if it gets these things rightApple, Amazon, and Google are the big three companies in the smart home space. If we’re being honest, though, Amazon’s Echo and Google’s Nest ecosystems have dominated the smart home market for years — Apple’s HomeKit is only loosely relevant because of its first-party integration with iOS. Google’s smart home ecosystem in particular is the… Read More »Apple’s rumored smart display is a serious threat to Google Home — if it gets these things right
- The Soulog Sense is an AI voice recorder with a personal context system that never misses a word
Credit: SOULOG Plenty of important details get said out loud once and never written down: a price quoted on a call, a delivery date mentioned as a meeting wraps up, the name of a tool a colleague recommends in passing. In a week full of calls, meetings, and classes, most of them are gone by… Read More »The Soulog Sense is an AI voice recorder with a personal context system that never misses a word - Is your phone not charging? Try this simple fix before paying for a repair
Credit: Robert Triggs / Android Authority I don’t seem to have much luck with USB-C, and the tech gods have been especially unforgiving lately, with both my smartphone and tablet recently refusing to charge properly with the little omnidirectional connector. With my phone in particular, a USB-C cable just wouldn’t sit right in the port… Read More »Is your phone not charging? Try this simple fix before paying for a repair - Your Samsung Gallery app finally syncs with Google Photos — how to set it up right now
Credit: Pankil Shah / Android Authority Samsung just changed how Galaxy users back up their photos through the Gallery app. After years of OneDrive integration, Samsung Gallery now syncs with Google Photos instead. That’s great news for anyone who loves Samsung Gallery but keeps Google Photos installed for cloud backup. I’m one of those people,… Read More »Your Samsung Gallery app finally syncs with Google Photos — how to set it up right now - This 2025 Motorola phone is quietly becoming one of my favorite Android devicesWhen I first decided to try out the Motorola Edge 70, I was both curious and skeptical. I wasn’t sold on the ultra-slim form factor and was worried about the compromises required to achieve it. However, after spending two weeks with the device, it has charmed me a lot more than I initially expected. In… Read More »This 2025 Motorola phone is quietly becoming one of my favorite Android devices
- I tried Duolingo for the first time in a year, and it’s worse than I thoughtI used to be a dedicated Duolingo user. I logged in every day, hit my daily quota, and became a little more proficient at a new language. About a year ago, though, I gave up on the language-learning app. Duolingo became a shell of its former self; its lessons became redundant and the daily tasks… Read More »I tried Duolingo for the first time in a year, and it’s worse than I thought
- These 9 Thunderbird features made me ditch Gmail for goodAt the beginning of this year, I decided to ditch Gmail for the first time in about 15 years. It was not my plan to let down Google’s email app, as I have always enjoyed features such as Proofread, Confidential Mode, and Undo Send ( this one saved me once when I almost sent an… Read More »These 9 Thunderbird features made me ditch Gmail for good
- I used Pixel’s new battery summaries for a week — and Google has work to doI rolled my eyes when I heard Google was bringing AI battery summaries to Pixel phones. I’ve enjoyed some of the latest Gemini Intelligence improvements on my Pixel 11 Pro XL, but some implementations seem excessive. Still, battery life is a huge concern for many Pixel owners, so any new (and hopefully helpful) ways to… Read More »I used Pixel’s new battery summaries for a week — and Google has work to do
- What’s the best Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 series chip? I tested them all to find out
Credit: Tushar Mehta / Android Authority The Snapdragon 8 series is Qualcomm’s top-tier of smartphone processors. These chips offer a ton of performance, blazing-fast connectivity, cutting-edge camera features, and loads of AI features. This family grew in a big way in 2026, though. And that’s before we talk about the brand new Snapdragon 8 Elite… Read More »What’s the best Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 series chip? I tested them all to find out - I hate when Android brands copy Apple — but the iPhone Duo is the exceptionThe iPhone Duo is no longer a dream. Apple officially unveiled its first foldable iPhone at its September launch event, and while we’ll have to wait until later this month to actually get our hands on one, Apple entering a new category with a particular direction in mind usually means one thing: Android brands are… Read More »I hate when Android brands copy Apple — but the iPhone Duo is the exception
- Lenovo Smart Clocks are finally getting their weather backTL;DR Across August and September, Lenovo Smart Clock Essential owners reported losing the weather display on their devices. Within the past 24 hours, weather suddenly seems to be retuning. Change can be hard for smart homes. While we love getting new features that make our smart home hardware better, far too often we hear about… Read More »Lenovo Smart Clocks are finally getting their weather back
- Deal: Samsung Galaxy S26 FE gets its first price cutThe first price drop since launch has arrived for the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE, and it knocks $40 off the phone right away. Amazon has it for $659.99, down from its $699.99 retail price, a 6% discount off the RRP. See the deal at Amazon
- Android Auto’s signal bars are finally returning to dashboards
Credit: Andy Walker / Android Authority TL;DR Earlier this year, Android Auto’s cellular signal bars disappeared. Google is now rolling out a fix for the issue. The fix is not yet widely available. If you want to see how strong your cellular signal strength is while you’re driving, you can just look at the signal… Read More »Android Auto’s signal bars are finally returning to dashboards - YouTube is cleaning up one of the worst parts of ShortsTL;DR YouTube is updating Shorts recommendations to prioritize original content and reduce the reach of low-effort reuploads from other creators. Reused clips can still surface if creators add meaningful commentary, editing, storytelling, or another original angle. For viewers, the change should make the Shorts feed feel less repetitive, while creators clipping their own long-form videos… Read More »YouTube is cleaning up one of the worst parts of Shorts
- PS3 games hogging storage on your Android device? This ARMSX3 feature is for you.
Credit: Hadlee Simons / Android Authority TL;DR A recent ARMSX3 update has introduced support for playing games in the CHD format. This compressed format can shave gigabytes off your PS3 game files. The update also offers improved frame generation and fewer stutters in certain PS3 games. PlayStation 3 emulation on Android made major strides in… Read More »PS3 games hogging storage on your Android device? This ARMSX3 feature is for you. - T-Mobile’s leaked T-Mix plans are way more complicated than we thoughtTL;DR A new leak has revealed all 15 T-Mobile T-Mix plans, including Standard, More, Loaded, and their discounted variants. T-Mix could introduce “picks” that customers use toward phone promotions and perks like YouTube Premium, Xbox Game Pass, and Google AI. T-Mobile hasn’t announced the plans yet, and key details about how picks work — and… Read More »T-Mobile’s leaked T-Mix plans are way more complicated than we thought
- I thought Google made a mistake with the Pixel 11 Pro XL. 30 days later, I was wrongI questioned Google’s higher prices for the Pixel 11 series, and I thought it was a mistake. The company isn’t geared up to match phones like the Galaxy S26 Ultra spec-for-spec, and when you put yourself in the same price range, buyers have expectations. Google reduced the base model’s RAM, making people feel as though… Read More »I thought Google made a mistake with the Pixel 11 Pro XL. 30 days later, I was wrong
- 4 major reasons you won’t catch me using Meta’s Muse
Credit: Shimul Sood / Android Authority Meta’s Muse is the latest AI platform to hit the scene, but it’s nothing like traditional AI tools. While Claude, ChatGPT, and Gemini are highly conversational experiences, Meta AI is an autonomous personal assistant that manages your tasks in the background. Many major AI platforms have some level of… Read More »4 major reasons you won’t catch me using Meta’s Muse - Want to be the first to try a new Nothing device? Now’s your chanceTL;DR Nothing regularly invites fans to sign up as early testers for its Community Review Program. After a round of registration back in early September, there’s another opening today. Selected testers will be sent early hardware to try out and provide feedback to Nothing’s dev team. What’s Nothing working on next? We just saw the… Read More »Want to be the first to try a new Nothing device? Now’s your chance
- T-Mobile’s next plans could give customers more ways to mix things upTL;DR T-Mobile is reportedly preparing three new T-Mix plans called Standard, More, and Loaded. T-Mix Standard could start at $65 for one line, while More and Loaded largely mirror existing Experience plans. The new branding may tie into T-Mobile’s rumored pick-your-perk system, though that part isn’t confirmed yet. Between this summer’s forced migrations and August’s… Read More »T-Mobile’s next plans could give customers more ways to mix things up
- Got Google Play Points? Play Fest will let you turn them into swag, premium gear, and big prizes
Credit: Google TL;DR Google’s Play Fest will kick off on October 13 and run until October 19. Users will be able to redeem their Google Play Points to win prizes, including tech products, tickets to major global sporting events, and more. There will be discounts on some of the biggest apps, games, books, and devices.… Read More »Got Google Play Points? Play Fest will let you turn them into swag, premium gear, and big prizes - AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon are officially teaming up to kill dead zonesTL;DR AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon have formally entered into a joint venture aimed at reducing mobile dead zones across the US. The venture will focus heavily on direct-to-device satellite connectivity, shared spectrum resources, and common technical standards. Wireless industry veteran Paul Roth has been named interim CEO, but there’s still no timeline for when customers… Read More »AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon are officially teaming up to kill dead zones
- The iGarden K70 keeps your pool in shape through leaf season, and it’s now $550 off
Credit: iGarden When fall arrives, most people use their outdoor pools less, but many wait for the colder weather to set in before closing them for the season. Even if you’re not swimming that often, leaves, seed pods, dust, and other debris still fall into the pool and settle at the bottom. With iGarden, you… Read More »The iGarden K70 keeps your pool in shape through leaf season, and it’s now $550 off - Samsung’s first Android XR smart glasses finally have a launch windowTL;DR Samsung has reportedly confirmed that its first Android XR smart glasses will launch in November. The display-less glasses will use cameras, microphones, speakers, and Gemini while leaning on a connected Galaxy phone for heavier AI processing. Pricing and an exact launch date are still unknown, but the glasses have already passed through the FCC.… Read More »Samsung’s first Android XR smart glasses finally have a launch window
- Your Pixel phone might soon know exactly when to activate its anti-motion-sickness feature
Credit: Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR Google Play Services v26.38.30 contains strings suggesting Motion Assist may soon integrate directly with Pixel’s Transit mode. The integration will seemingly allow Pixel phones to automatically activate anti-motion-sickness visual cues, possibly using schedule and location data rather than relying solely on motion detection. Users will likely receive a… Read More »Your Pixel phone might soon know exactly when to activate its anti-motion-sickness feature