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I’m sick of Android phones that look and feel like iPhones

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 01/18/2026 07:00 EDT

Many Android OEMs are copy and pasting Apple's flat edges and curved corners, and that's just lazy. Read more ›

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The biggest problem with the Galaxy Z TriFold is its size — but not in the way you might think

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Andy Walker @ Android Authority · 01/18/2026 06:30 EDT

It's too big for a smartphone, but too small for its real purpose. Read more ›

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I’ve used Nest Hubs for years. Google’s next display needs these 5 upgrades, or I’m out

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Brady Snyder @ Android Authority · 01/18/2026 06:00 EDT

Google is teasing new smart displays, and a Nest Hub refresh couldn't come soon enough. Read more ›

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As a Pixel fan, the Galaxy S26 needs these 5 things before I’d buy it

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Joe Maring @ Android Authority · 01/18/2026 05:30 EDT

Samsung, this is how you can make me a convert. Read more ›

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How two changes made me like wearing an Oura Ring more than ever

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Kaitlyn Cimino @ Android Authority · 01/18/2026 05:00 EDT

Two recent upgrades combine to elevate the entire experience. Read more ›

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With RAM prices soaring, it’s time next-gen phone specs got creative

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Robert Triggs @ Android Authority · 01/17/2026 09:00 EDT

The RAM shortage could force smartphone makers to rethink priorities. Read more ›

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5 reasons this $400 Android tablet is better than my iPad

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Dhruv Bhutani @ Android Authority · 01/17/2026 08:00 EDT

A month with the OnePlus Pad Go 2 showed me that power matters less than usability on a tablet. Read more ›

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The Play Store is a frustrating mess — here are 7 issues Google must fix in 2026

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Andy Walker @ Android Authority 3 place · 01/17/2026 07:00 EDT

If Google wants the Play Store to be the only way we get apps, it best fix its many problems first. Read more ›

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The One UI 8.5 beta proves Samsung is losing focus on what made it special

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Zac Kew-Denniss @ Android Authority · 01/17/2026 06:30 EDT

So much for a one-handed Android interface. Read more ›

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I’m no artist, but the Scribe Colorsoft is now my favorite Kindle anyway

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Kaitlyn Cimino @ Android Authority · 01/17/2026 06:15 EDT

It's colorful, but it will cost you. Read more ›

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Google might have solved my biggest issue with Pixel battery life

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Rita El Khoury @ Android Authority · 01/17/2026 06:00 EDT

Seven years of updates might be feasible with a new battery every couple of years. Read more ›

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I just enabled vertical tabs in Google Chrome — here’s how you can, too

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Joe Maring @ Android Authority · 01/17/2026 05:30 EDT

FINALLY!!! Read more ›

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For better or worse, the realme GT8 Pro is the OnePlus 15 that never was

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 01/17/2026 05:15 EDT

The realme GT8 Pro is a competitively priced flagship phone that might be the one to get for scorned OnePlus fans. Read more ›

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Leaving Verizon made sense on paper — until I calculated the real cost of switching

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Andrew Grush @ Android Authority · 01/17/2026 05:00 EDT

I'm not so sure I'm leaving anytime soon after all. Read more ›

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EarFun Air Pro 4 Plus deal: Great earbuds that won’t cost an arm and a leg!

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Edgar Cervantes @ Android Authority · 01/16/2026 17:30 EDT

You can keep your arm, your leg, and still get great earbuds! Read more ›

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Here’s how much IKEA’s new donut-shaped smart lamp could cost

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 01/16/2026 17:02 EDT

IKEA's upcoming smart lamp just randomly popped up on its website. Read more ›

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Looking for a high-end gaming monitor on sale? Samsung has two options!

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Edgar Cervantes @ Android Authority · 01/16/2026 16:28 EDT

Upgrade your gaming setup with one of these impressive monitors. Read more ›

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Widgets in Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 are getting easier to resize

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 01/16/2026 15:44 EDT

Google adds plus-minus controls for resizing Android widgets. Read more ›

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ChatGPT’s best paid plan finally comes to the US for the cost of a sandwich

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 01/16/2026 14:55 EDT

OpenAI also plans to start testing ads in the US. Read more ›

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Check out this ASUS ROG Rapture Wi-Fi 6E Gaming Router deal!

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Edgar Cervantes @ Android Authority · 01/16/2026 14:55 EDT

This router makes no sacrifices! Read more ›

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