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Samsung’s Ballie robot rolls to a halt

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Jay Bonggolto @ Android Authority · 01/08/2026 07:36 EDT

Samsung has shelved its Ballie robot indefinitely and turned it into an internal research project instead. Read more ›

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I spent 20 minutes with Razer’s AI anime girlfriend, and now I need a shower

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Joe Maring @ Android Authority · 01/08/2026 06:30 EDT

This is Razer Project Ava, and it sure is ... something. Read more ›

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How Android 16 quietly became Google’s best update in years

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Rita El Khoury @ Android Authority · 01/08/2026 06:00 EDT

It started as the most boring update, but Android 16 has grown into a very impressive, feature-filled version. Read more ›

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CES 2026: Segway Navimow’s latest robotic lawn mowers are “drop and mow” ready

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Ankit Banerjee @ Android Authority · 01/08/2026 05:59 EDT

Segway Navimow unveiled its latest robot lawn mowers, featuring significant performance and feature upgrades. Read more ›

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I turned my Pixel 10 Pro into a 2026 BlackBerry and LG Wing — seriously

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Joe Maring @ Android Authority · 01/08/2026 05:00 EDT

Keyboard cases aren't my thing, but the Clicks Power Keyboard has my attention. Read more ›

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RayNeo Air 4 Pro brings world’s first HDR10 AR display to your face

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 01/08/2026 04:20 EDT

These 76g glasses feature Bang & Olufsen audio and a custom Vision 4000 chip for an immersive 201-inch cinema experience. Read more ›

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Bad with directions? Here’s how Google Maps on Android XR could help you never get lost again

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Tushar Mehta @ Android Authority · 01/08/2026 03:23 EDT

Or help you course-correct when you end up getting lost anyway. Read more ›

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Samsung concludes Galaxy Ring investigation after swelling sent user to hospital

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 01/08/2026 03:13 EDT

Samsung says cracked moulding, not battery, was to blame for the incident. Read more ›

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Your Android-powered car will get faster updates thanks to Qualcomm

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 01/08/2026 02:58 EDT

Does your car have Android Automotive? There might be good news for you. Read more ›

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The first Android Canary release of 2026 is here!

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 01/08/2026 01:58 EDT

The first Android Canary release of 2026 is here, and there are a couple of changes worth knowing. Read more ›

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Jealous of Pixel 10’s AirDrop trick? Pixel 9 is getting it too in latest Android Canary build

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 01/08/2026 00:39 EDT

The Pixel 9 series is next in line to support AirDrop-style sharing between Android and iPhone. Read more ›

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Google is quietly making the Pixel Launcher faster with a new shortcut

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 01/07/2026 23:15 EDT

You can now open apps more quickly with a shortcut instead of tapping the app icon. Read more ›

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Samsung is borrowing a neat Pixel lock screen trick for One UI 8.5

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 01/07/2026 22:34 EDT

Galaxy users can now add AI-generated weather effects to their lock screen wallpaper. Read more ›

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CES 2026: Narwal’s latest flagship vacuum robot headlines its next-generation smart cleaning product lineup

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Ankit Banerjee @ Android Authority · 01/07/2026 17:31 EDT

At CES 2026, Narwal showcases it's latest flagship robot vacuum, new cordless handheld vacuums, and a mattress vacuum. Read more ›

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ChatGPT Health will help you get prepared for that doctor’s appointment

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 01/07/2026 16:58 EDT

ChatGPT's new health feature will help you analyze your wellness data. Read more ›

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Survey shows most of you don’t like Remix in Google Messages

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Taylor Kerns @ Android Authority · 01/07/2026 16:48 EDT

About half of survey respondents wish they could disable the feature altogether. Read more ›

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Facer introduces Face Chime and other new features, expansion to RTOS watches

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Taylor Kerns @ Android Authority · 01/07/2026 15:03 EDT

Face Chime, new integrations, and new platforms — a big year for Facer. Read more ›

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CES 2026 just saw a game-changing 3D printer with multi-material and color abilities

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 01/07/2026 14:46 EDT

This 3D printer can handle multiple colors and materials, is whisper quiet, and is wildly efficient. Read more ›

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Mammotion’s new lineup wants to save you from having to rescue your outdoor robots

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Jay Bonggolto @ Android Authority · 01/07/2026 14:15 EDT

Mammotion brings real autonomy to your yard with Luba 3 and Spino S1 Pro. Read more ›

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US judge hits Samsung with restraining order over ‘spying on’ smart TV users

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Taylor Kerns @ Android Authority · 01/07/2026 12:47 EDT

Samsung's been ordered to stop collecting ACR data in Texas. Read more ›

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