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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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Forget the Analogue 3D, this competing N64 FPGA console is ready for the spotlight

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Nick Fernandez @ Android Authority · 10/16/2025 06:30 EDT

The ModRetro M64 will be on display and fully playable for the public this weekend. Read more ›

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Why Apple should be terrified if Gemini comes to macOS

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Karandeep Singh @ Android Authority · 10/16/2025 06:00 EDT

Make it happen, Google. Read more ›

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This is why I stick with Google Pixel phones — despite the weaker specs

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Joe Maring @ Android Authority · 10/16/2025 05:30 EDT

There's more to a phone than high-end specs. Read more ›

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Nothing reveals the shocking cost of building a custom smartphone OS

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Varun Mirchandani @ Android Authority · 10/16/2025 05:05 EDT

It's more than what the hardware of a flagship phone costs. Read more ›

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Can you get a decent trade-in value with prepaid, or is postpaid a better deal?

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Andrew Grush @ Android Authority · 10/16/2025 05:00 EDT

You can get a good trade-in value in some cases, but typically postpaid has higher trade-in values. Read more ›

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ChatGPT’s DM and group chat features could soon go live in its Android app

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Tushar Mehta @ Android Authority · 10/16/2025 04:22 EDT

Following OpenAI's social pivot with the Sora app. Read more ›

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Breaking: Samsung has reportedly cancelled the Galaxy S26 Edge, here’s why

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 10/16/2025 02:56 EDT

The move is seemingly due to significantly lower-than-expected sales of the Galaxy S25 Edge. Read more ›

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This new $999 de-Googled phone with a physical killswitch wants to take on Android’s best

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 10/15/2025 23:57 EDT

The HIROH Phone runs e/OS lets you kill the camera, mics, and connectivity options with one switch. Read more ›

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YouTube goes down for users worldwide in massive outage (Updated: Fixed)

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 10/15/2025 22:56 EDT

Updated: All is well now and YouTube is back up and running for most. Read more ›

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Deal: The awesome Jackery Explorer 240D Power Bank is $50 off

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Edgar Cervantes @ Android Authority · 10/15/2025 20:34 EDT

Stay powered through any adventure! Read more ›

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Massive YouTube outage hits users worldwide

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 10/15/2025 20:18 EDT

A day after YouTube started rolling out its UI revamp, the platform is glitching out for users across the globe. Read more ›

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YouTube not working? Here’s what you can do

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Edgar Cervantes @ Android Authority · 10/15/2025 19:55 EDT

Get YouTube back up and working in no time! Read more ›

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Catch the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge at a $410 discount

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Edgar Cervantes @ Android Authority · 10/15/2025 19:22 EDT

Keep your pocket thin and your wallet fat with this awesome deal! Read more ›

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Google is making it easier to find the right photo on your Android phone

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Mishaal Rahman @ Android Authority · 10/15/2025 18:49 EDT

Google is updating the Android Photo Picker to add a handy date scrubber and voice search support. Read more ›

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Get the 256GB Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE for a record-low price of $699!

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Edgar Cervantes @ Android Authority · 10/15/2025 18:33 EDT

This deal should end in two days, so sign up now! Read more ›

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Amazon admits its color Kindles aren’t the best option for bookworms

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Matt Horne @ Android Authority · 10/15/2025 18:33 EDT

The candid disclaimer points out that black-and-white Kindle models deliver a sharper reading experience. Read more ›

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Every new feature for Pixel phones in Android 16 QPR2 Beta 3

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Mishaal Rahman @ Android Authority · 10/15/2025 17:50 EDT

The third beta of Android 16 QPR2 gives us an early look at the December 2025 Pixel Drop update. Read more ›

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Chrome for Android will soon get this feature that was only available for desktop

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 10/15/2025 17:31 EDT

Google Chrome is bringing its automatic picture-in-picture feature to Android. Read more ›

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Android 16 QPR2 brings Live Updates to the Android Easter egg

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Mishaal Rahman @ Android Authority · 10/15/2025 17:24 EDT

The Android Easter egg now shows a status bar chip indicating the progress of the spaceship to its next destination. Read more ›

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Nothing Phone 3a users in the dark over Glyph light glitch

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Matt Horne @ Android Authority · 10/15/2025 17:00 EDT

Multiple users report a recurring Glyph light bug following the latest update. Read more ›

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