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Alexa takes a swing at NotebookLM and Gemini with AI podcasts on demand

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Matt Horne @ Android Authority · 05/18/2026 11:39 EDT

Alexa Plus users in the US can now generate AI-hosted episodes on almost any topic in minutes. Read more ›

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Google Messages takes first step towards RCS video calls

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 05/18/2026 11:03 EDT

But how long until we actually see these calls in action? Read more ›

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Pixel Weather is driving users crazy — are you one of them?

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Andy Walker @ Android Authority · 05/18/2026 10:22 EDT

We want to hear from you. Are you also dealing with accuracy problems? Read more ›

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AT&T just answered T-Mobile with more expensive travel eSIM plans

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Jay Bonggolto @ Android Authority · 05/18/2026 10:00 EDT

AT&T's new travel eSIMs give tourists priority 5G at crowded soccer games. Read more ›

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Google’s redesigned app icons are rolling out, whether you want them or not

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Akshay Gangwar @ Android Authority · 05/18/2026 09:34 EDT

You can run, you can hide, but you can't escape the gradient. Read more ›

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Here’s a much closer look at Android’s new 3D emojis

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 05/18/2026 08:58 EDT

Google only teased a handful of emojis last week, but a new leak uncovers the rest of the collection. Read more ›

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Google’s OG voice search may be getting smarter with new features

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Tushar Mehta @ Android Authority · 05/18/2026 08:42 EDT

New shortcuts make voice search actually useful. Read more ›

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The best tech to upgrade your patio and pool this summer

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Ankit Banerjee @ Android Authority · 05/18/2026 07:07 EDT

Make the most of the outdoors with these gadgets. Read more ›

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Survey says this is the Android browser feature many readers can’t go without

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Andy Walker @ Android Authority · 05/18/2026 06:52 EDT

The winning answer is important, but is it really the browser's responsibility? Read more ›

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Frustrated Perplexity Pro users claim advanced AI model usage limits have been drastically cut

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 05/18/2026 06:33 EDT

Multiple Reddit threads complain about silently reduced usage limits for queries using advanced AI models. Read more ›

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Sony’s premium ‘The ColleXion’ headphones just leaked from top to bottom

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Tushar Mehta @ Android Authority · 05/18/2026 06:17 EDT

Sony's 1000X "The ColleXion" headphones come with Grammy-winning studio credentials. Read more ›

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After fixing a family friend’s phone, I realized Google Play Protect is not doing enough

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Megan Ellis @ Android Authority · 05/18/2026 06:00 EDT

Play Protect scans can say everything's fine even when it's not. Read more ›

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I pay for Gemini, ChatGPT, and Claude — and there’s a clear winner

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Shimul Sood @ Android Authority · 05/18/2026 05:30 EDT

I've been cheating on other AI tools and I'm not sorry. Read more ›

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The Galaxy S23 series and A56 are next in line for Samsung’s big One UI 8.5 update

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Shimul Sood @ Android Authority · 05/18/2026 05:24 EDT

Samsung is kicking off the week nicely for these Galaxy users. Read more ›

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This dual-screen Android handheld costs less than $100, but just got Linux

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 05/18/2026 05:09 EDT

ANBERNIC's Linux platform brings extensive dual-screen support and a slick design to the RG DS. Read more ›

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I put the Galaxy S26 Ultra against the best Android camera phone — and it was surprisingly close

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Sanuj Bhatia @ Android Authority · 05/18/2026 05:00 EDT

Camera giants clash. Read more ›

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Amazon’s Kindle shutdown is sending users down the jailbreak rabbit hole

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Shimul Sood @ Android Authority · 05/18/2026 04:47 EDT

Your Kindle may outlive Amazon's support after all. Read more ›

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Spotify’s disco ball icon wasn’t exactly a hit, so it’s heading out

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Tushar Mehta @ Android Authority · 05/18/2026 04:09 EDT

The icon may be going away, but you can keep it if you want. Read more ›

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This leaked handheld could be the modern, affordable Game Boy you were waiting for

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 05/18/2026 04:03 EDT

Regulatory filings also point to a 3,500mAh battery and 10W charging. Read more ›

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Google Messages’ easiest pairing method is about to disappear

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 05/18/2026 03:50 EDT

A new Android app update completely removes the QR code pairing option, signaling a forced transition for desktop users. Read more ›

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