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Love NotebookLM but hate giving Google your data? I found a great open-source alternative

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Andrew Grush @ Android Authority · 06/20/2026 08:00 EDT

Open Notebook works a lot like NotebookLM, but it can hook up to both cloud and local AI models. Read more ›

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Poll: Do you care about Amazon Kindle updates?

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Kaitlyn Cimino @ Android Authority · 10/28/2025 05:30 EDT

From delightful upgrades to workflow disruptions, software updates can deliver a range of changes. Read more ›

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Whatever you do, don’t buy a OnePlus phone right now

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Joe Maring @ Android Authority · 10/28/2025 05:00 EDT

Good things come to those who wait. Read more ›

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Survey reveals what users feel about OnePlus 15’s display downgrade

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 10/28/2025 04:45 EDT

It's a big change from previous OnePlus flagships, but it looks like most polled readers are fine with this. Read more ›

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Pixel Camera finally works again on GrapheneOS — and no downgrade is needed

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 10/28/2025 04:15 EDT

You can either install this app, or wait for the next update for an integrated fix. Read more ›

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Samsung finally realizes customers love big upgrades, could double down with the Fold 8

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 10/28/2025 02:55 EDT

The Galaxy Z Fold 8 could fix where the Z Fold 7 went wrong. Read more ›

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Breaking: This is our first real look at Samsung’s tri-fold Galaxy (Updated: More images and video!)

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 10/28/2025 01:19 EDT

Samsung's so-called 'Galaxy Z TriFold' has been outed by a well-known tipster. Read more ›

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Breaking: This is our first real look at Samsung’s tri-fold Galaxy

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 10/27/2025 23:51 EDT

Is this what Samsung has been cooking up for so long? Read more ›

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Google begins rolling out Play Store age verification, mirroring YouTube’s controversial checks

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 10/27/2025 23:09 EDT

Google is starting to require Play Store users to prove they are over 18. Read more ›

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Farewell, Pixel Watch: The OG wearable is getting its last-ever update

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 10/27/2025 22:24 EDT

It's time to start thinking about upgrading your 2022 Pixel Watch. Read more ›

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Google’s next Pixel Drop may land early, as leak spills the beans on features and November ETA

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 10/27/2025 20:23 EDT

Our first taste of Pixel theme packs could be just a week away. Read more ›

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3 great Samsung TV deals that actually make them affordable

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Matt Horne @ Android Authority · 10/27/2025 18:16 EDT

They're still not exactly cheap, but savings of up to 56% makes the premium displays a much more tempting prospect. Read more ›

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GM clarifies that Android Auto will remain available — for now

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 10/27/2025 17:22 EDT

GM says the transition will happen "over time, not overnight." Read more ›

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This key Samsung Galaxy XR feature opens up a world of accessories

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Brady Snyder @ Android Authority · 10/27/2025 17:19 EDT

The Samsung Galaxy XR headset beats Vision Pro and Quest in an unexpected way. Read more ›

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GM is dropping Android Auto to make way for Gemini (Update: New statement)

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Varun Mirchandani @ Android Authority · 10/27/2025 16:32 EDT

GM wants you to talk to your car, not your phone. Read more ›

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Here’s how Google might make Messages easier to use with one hand

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Brady Snyder @ Android Authority · 10/27/2025 15:11 EDT

The company is working on a better way to select and share in Google Messages. Read more ›

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If you hate Google Maps ads, Apple Maps might not be better for much longer

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 10/27/2025 14:54 EDT

Apple Maps is about to having one more thing in common with Google Maps. Read more ›

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Samsung is going for Baroque with these Galaxy Buds 4 and Buds 4 Pro codenames

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 10/27/2025 14:31 EDT

One UI 8.5 reveals Samsung's classical inspiration for its next earbuds. Read more ›

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Google’s working on a Trash folder for Messages

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Taylor Kerns @ Android Authority · 10/27/2025 14:08 EDT

Deleting a message today permanently deletes it right away, but that could change. Read more ›

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Record price drop plunges the 45mm Pixel Watch 3 under $200 for the first time

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Matt Horne @ Android Authority · 10/27/2025 13:54 EDT

A $100 discount means the previous-generation wearable is now available at its lowest Amazon price ever. Read more ›

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Those Samsung smart fridge ads are nearly here, but you can stop them with this fix

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 10/27/2025 13:01 EDT

Stop your Samsung fridge from becoming a billboard. Read more ›

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