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You can now download the One UI 8.5 beta on your Samsung phone, here’s how

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Joe Maring @ Android Authority · 12/09/2025 05:00 EDT

Samsung's next big software update has arrived (in beta form). Read more ›

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Here’s how Google and Apple could improve Android-iPhone data transfers (APK teardown)

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 12/09/2025 04:25 EDT

We've spotted evidence of new data types that could soon be supported for transfer. Read more ›

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Don’t update to the new One UI beta if you like these Samsung camera modes

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 12/09/2025 04:23 EDT

Smartphone camera enthusiasts might want to hold off on trying out the new beta. Read more ›

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This smartphone adds a microSD slot, removable battery, and more, but removes… Android?

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 12/09/2025 03:21 EDT

This new smartphone doesn't have Android, but still runs Android apps. Read more ›

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Pixel 10 users are facing another major display bug after the December update

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Tushar Mehta @ Android Authority · 12/09/2025 03:05 EDT

Pixel 10's screen turns unresponsive when the phone hasn't been used for a while. Read more ›

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Google and Apple team up to make switching between Android and iPhone easier (Updated)

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 12/09/2025 02:25 EDT

Update: We've spotted a new data copying feature in the latest Android Canary build. Read more ›

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Google and Apple team up to make switching between Android and iPhone easier

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 12/09/2025 01:15 EDT

Taking your data from one ecosystem to another might soon become less painful. Read more ›

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Google says Gemini won’t get ads — at least not yet

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 12/08/2025 23:44 EDT

While Gemini will remain ad-free for the foreseeable future, Google hasn't completely closed the door on the idea. Read more ›

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Google confirms Pixel 9 Pro display faults, announces free repairs

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 12/08/2025 22:40 EDT

Google's new Extended Repair Program offers free display replacements for up to three years from the purchase date. Read more ›

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Your Google Play Points might be hiding a secret $200 Pixel 10 Pro discount

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 12/08/2025 21:49 EDT

Google's holiday sale just got crazier, thanks to this stackable new Play Points discount. Read more ›

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Qi2 charging for the Galaxy S26? This official Samsung battery pack may be good news

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 12/08/2025 17:22 EDT

Samsung's leaked accessory may be more proof of Qi2 support in the Galaxy S26. Read more ›

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Your YouTube Recap personality might be rarer than you think

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Matt Horne @ Android Authority · 12/08/2025 16:38 EDT

Only 0.1% of people got YouTube’s rarest Recap personality types. Read more ›

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Pebble teaser hints at a mystery launch happening tomorrow

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 12/08/2025 15:14 EDT

Pebble appears to be teasing a new smartwatch. Read more ›

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Google’s Year in Search 2025 video brings this year’s trending topics to life

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Matt Horne @ Android Authority · 12/08/2025 14:28 EDT

Check out the energetic rewind of the moments everyone asked about this year. Read more ›

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Android Canary’s December build has arrived for the biggest Pixel enthusiasts

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 12/08/2025 13:56 EDT

Forget One UI 8.5; get your hands on Android Canary 2512 today! Read more ›

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Project Aura puts the Galaxy XR experience into a pair of lightweight glasses

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 12/08/2025 13:00 EDT

Same brains as Galaxy XR, but lightweight: Here's your first real look at Google's latest Android XR eyewear. Read more ›

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I tried Google’s 3 new Android XR glasses prototypes, and they’re incredible

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C. Scott Brown @ Android Authority · 12/08/2025 13:00 EDT

Move over, Meta — the big dog is entering the XR race. Read more ›

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Google is making playing PC games on Android XR as easy as opening an app

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 12/08/2025 13:00 EDT

Plus, you can use Gemini to give you tips as you play. Read more ›

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Stuck on a plane? Galaxy XR can now be your in-flight entertainment system.

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 12/08/2025 13:00 EDT

Samsung's Android XR headset is now getting a feature first seen on the Apple Vision Pro. Read more ›

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Galaxy XR’s new feature makes video calls feel face-to-face

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 12/08/2025 13:00 EDT

It works just like Apple Vision Pro's Persona feature, letting users create hyper-realistic avatars of themselves. Read more ›

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