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Robot vacuum deal: The ECOVACS Deebot T30S Combo is special, and it’s getting affordable!

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Edgar Cervantes @ Android Authority · 12/23/2025 18:37 EDT

This high-end, super unique robot vacuum is at an incredible price right now. Read more ›

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Check you stocking: Google just released Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 12/23/2025 17:04 EDT

Ready for you to unwrap! Read more ›

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Hate the new Pixel home screen search UI? Here’s how to bring the old one back

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Mishaal Rahman @ Android Authority · 12/23/2025 16:47 EDT

A simple ADB command can reverse the Pixel Launcher’s latest search bar change. Read more ›

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PSA: You can still score a Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold at jut $1,399

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Edgar Cervantes @ Android Authority · 12/23/2025 16:36 EDT

Do you feel like the Pixel 10 Pro Fold is too expensive? How about a $400 discount?! Read more ›

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Android Automotive will let you PIN-lock apps to keep them private from passengers

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Mishaal Rahman @ Android Authority · 12/23/2025 15:50 EDT

Android Automotive’s new Sensitive App Protection lets you lock apps behind a PIN. Read more ›

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Save $100 on the Sonos Era 300, a smart speaker that actually sounds amazing

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Edgar Cervantes @ Android Authority · 12/23/2025 15:50 EDT

Don't settle for average-sounding smart speakers. This one takes things to the next level! Read more ›

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The OnePlus Pad Go 2 is up for sale in the US, and it comes with a free accessory

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Taylor Kerns @ Android Authority · 12/23/2025 15:31 EDT

A pretty good tablet and a free case. Read more ›

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Deal: Anker Laptop Power Bank drops to record-low price!

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Edgar Cervantes @ Android Authority · 12/23/2025 14:03 EDT

Need a power bank? It will be hard to beat this one. Read more ›

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This weird Pixel bug could ruin your holiday vacation photos

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Taylor Kerns @ Android Authority · 12/23/2025 13:57 EDT

Users report that some pictures are inexplicably missing from their phones and Google Photos. Read more ›

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This prepaid carrier will now offer free phones and repayment plans that work like postpaid

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Andrew Grush @ Android Authority · 12/23/2025 13:02 EDT

Total will now offer payment plans and free phone promos that work similarly to postpaid. Read more ›

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Amazon’s Kindle Scribe Colorsoft is about to get some fresh competition from TCL

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 12/23/2025 12:16 EDT

TCL's Note A1 NXTPAPER tablet promises a paper-like display and stylus smarts. Read more ›

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Android Auto might soon let you cast media right to your car

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 12/23/2025 08:28 EDT

Evidence of Google Cast support has been spotted in the latest Android Auto code. Read more ›

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Android 16 made me fall back in love with split-screen and app pairs

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Rita El Khoury @ Android Authority · 12/23/2025 07:00 EDT

Android's new 90:10 mode makes launching and using two apps at the same time a more realistic productivity hack. Read more ›

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These rumored Galaxy S26 camera upgrades are looking increasingly likely

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 12/23/2025 06:30 EDT

After leaking last month, we've got some fresh evidence of some of the changes Samsung's preparing. Read more ›

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Survey reveals most people are holding onto their phones for a long time, and it makes sense

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 12/23/2025 06:00 EDT

Nearly half of our readers now wait three years or more to replace their phones as spec upgrades have plateaued. Read more ›

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My 18 favorite Android apps of 2025

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Andy Walker @ Android Authority · 12/23/2025 06:00 EDT

Some launched this year while others I merely discovered — but all made an impact. Read more ›

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DJI faces extinction in the US with FCC’s ban on new drone sales

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Tushar Mehta @ Android Authority · 12/23/2025 05:48 EDT

By banning foreign-made drones, the US wants to ensure local companies rise to to the competition. Read more ›

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Samsung One UI 8.5 includes new support for professional camera accessories

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 12/23/2025 05:30 EDT

Samsung's quietly prepping high-end lens controller integration for One UI 8.5. Read more ›

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OnePlus was winning 2025. Then everything fell apart

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Joe Maring @ Android Authority · 12/23/2025 05:30 EDT

It's a worrying time to be a OnePlus fan. Read more ›

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Did you know: This is the company behind the largest smartphone factory in the world

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Mitja Rutnik @ Android Authority · 12/23/2025 05:01 EDT

But some see the title as controversial. Read more ›

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