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Jealous of Pixel’s new AirDrop trick? Qualcomm hints it’s coming to many more Android phones

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 11/23/2025 21:59 EDT

The chipmaker aims to enable Pixel-style AirDrop transfers on Snapdragon-powered phones in "the near future." Read more ›

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It’s nearly 2026, proprietary charging just needs to die out already

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Robert Triggs @ Android Authority · 11/23/2025 08:00 EDT

Why are we still fighting with finicky standards to fast charge our phones. Read more ›

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I moved and needed a robot vacuum — here’s why I spent less than $300 and don’t regret it

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Calvin Wankhede @ Android Authority · 11/23/2025 07:00 EDT

You don't need to spend top dollar to get a great robot vacuum in 2025, and here's why. Read more ›

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Do Galaxy Watch owners actually use Gemini? Survey reveals surprising results

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 11/23/2025 06:30 EDT

It's an almost yes, but also a good no — there's definitely room to improve. Read more ›

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I tried using Gemini to track my expenses — it didn’t even come close

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Karandeep Singh @ Android Authority · 11/23/2025 06:00 EDT

It has all my data but none of the smarts. Read more ›

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I’m amazed by Google’s bold Pixel AirDrop move, but I have 3 big concerns

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Rita El Khoury @ Android Authority · 11/23/2025 05:30 EDT

Google has pushed the first rock, but we could be standing before an avalanche. Read more ›

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Google’s letting us remove At a Glance on Pixels, but why stop there?

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Andy Walker @ Android Authority · 11/23/2025 05:00 EDT

Let’s all applaud Google for finally giving users a choice, but there’s more work yet. Read more ›

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I’ll quit watching YouTube before I give it my ID

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Taylor Kerns @ Android Authority · 11/22/2025 09:00 EDT

Online age verification is getting out of hand. Read more ›

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Copy that: Android 17 may add a ‘Universal Clipboard’ for Android PCs

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Mishaal Rahman @ Android Authority · 11/22/2025 08:00 EDT

Copying Apple, Google is working on a Universal Clipboard for Android phones and PCs. Read more ›

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5 AI tools that can help you start and run an online business

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Mitja Rutnik @ Android Authority · 11/22/2025 08:00 EDT

Get things done faster and cheaper. Read more ›

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Google finally did it: AirDrop now works on Android!

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Mishaal Rahman @ Android Authority · 11/22/2025 08:00 EDT

Quick Share is finally compatible with AirDrop, plus an early look at the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro and Samsung’s take on Magic Cue. Read more ›

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Is OPPO trying to ruin OnePlus? Survey reveals a grim answer (for OnePlus)

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 11/22/2025 07:00 EDT

Whether it's intentional or unintentional, most polled readers think OPPO is ruining OnePlus. Read more ›

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This is how Google convinced me to pay for a more expensive Google One plan

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Brady Snyder @ Android Authority · 11/22/2025 07:00 EDT

I would've never shelled out for Google AI Pro without this new perk. Read more ›

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The already affordable Google Pixel 9a is $100 off today!

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Edgar Cervantes @ Android Authority · 11/22/2025 06:30 EDT

You would be surprised at how good this cheap phone is. Read more ›

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This is why I stick with the default Pixel Launcher

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Rita El Khoury @ Android Authority 3 place · 11/22/2025 06:00 EDT

Google has brainwashed me into thinking this is all the functionality I need in a launcher. Read more ›

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I just used my Pixel to AirDrop files to an iPhone, and it felt like magic

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Joe Maring @ Android Authority · 11/22/2025 05:30 EDT

Welcome to the future. Read more ›

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5 apps to use instead of Google Fit

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Mitja Rutnik @ Android Authority · 11/22/2025 05:00 EDT

Depending on your fitness goals, Google Fit may be too basic for you. Read more ›

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AirDrop comes to Android — what Apple service should Google support next?

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Andy Walker @ Android Authority · 11/22/2025 04:00 EDT

We want to hear from you. FaceTime? The Apple Watch? Find My support? Something else? Read more ›

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T-Mobile Tuesdays may drop its coziest freebie yet

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 11/21/2025 17:09 EDT

T-Mobile Tuesdays could offer you a free magenta blanket for the holidays. Read more ›

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Apple TV’s Black Friday offer will let you binge for 6 months at half price

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Brady Snyder @ Android Authority · 11/21/2025 17:05 EDT

The perfect way to catch up on hit shows like Severance, Ted Lasso, and Pluribus. Read more ›

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