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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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Nothing blames Apple patents for the lack of more phones with magnets for wireless charging

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 10/15/2025 16:23 EDT

Patents and red tape make for a lousy wireless charging landscape. Read more ›

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Bitmoji in Gboard is officially on its way out

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Taylor Kerns @ Android Authority · 10/15/2025 16:21 EDT

The stickers will still exist, but they won't be directly accessible from Gboard. Read more ›

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Google releases the final beta for its next Pixel Drop: Android 16 QPR2 Beta 3

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Mishaal Rahman @ Android Authority · 10/15/2025 15:55 EDT

Google has released the third and final beta of Android 16 QPR2 to Pixel devices ahead of the stable release in December. Read more ›

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Google’s filmmaking tool is getting a power-up from the rollout of Veo 3.1

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 10/15/2025 15:26 EDT

Google Flow is getting more precise editing tools, thanks to Veo 3.1. Read more ›

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Gmail is getting new labels to keep track of your bills and travel info

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Taylor Kerns @ Android Authority · 10/15/2025 14:50 EDT

How weren't these already a thing? Read more ›

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Survey shows how many of you are still holding out hope for Google Home

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Matt Horne @ Android Authority · 10/15/2025 14:30 EDT

Your votes in our poll reveal how much patience is left for the smart home ecosystem. Read more ›

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Is Bluesky down for you? You’re not alone

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 10/15/2025 13:53 EDT

Having trouble accessing Bluesky? Read more ›

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Ridiculous design, or your next must-have? This smartphone has a built-in camera gimbal

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 10/15/2025 13:40 EDT

Forget pop-up selfie cams; we're going next level! Read more ›

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Android Auto isn’t losing access to its game collection after all

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 10/15/2025 12:25 EDT

Android Auto isn't losing GameSnacks, but it will lose support for Android Oreo. Read more ›

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XGIMI redefines home projectors with the Horizon 20 series

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Ankit Banerjee @ Android Authority · 10/15/2025 12:19 EDT

Whether you’re setting up for a movie night or keeping your kids entertained, these portable projectors can do it all. Read more ›

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Samsung’s new Qi2 chargers are ready before its phones are

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Matt Horne @ Android Authority · 10/15/2025 12:18 EDT

Two Qi2-certified wireless chargers for home and car, but you'll still need a magnetic case for the full experience. Read more ›

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Your open-source custom ROM has a dirty secret, and Librephone wants to fix it

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 10/15/2025 11:15 EDT

New FSF effort could finally bring true privacy transparency to smartphones. Read more ›

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T-Mobile’s JUMP! On Demand program is shutting down, but there’s a silver lining

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Taylor Kerns @ Android Authority · 10/15/2025 11:06 EDT

Customers get one final upgrade before December 1. Read more ›

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Mint Mobile now offers home internet service, but is it any good?

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Andrew Grush @ Android Authority · 10/15/2025 10:26 EDT

The answer to that will likely depend on how much the $60 a year savings matter to you. Read more ›

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Android tablets stand no chance against the new iPad Pro with M5

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 10/15/2025 09:57 EDT

The iPad Pro with M4 already beats the most powerful Android tablets, and the M5 refresh widens the gap even further. Read more ›

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What’s worse than ads on your TV? Ads on your TV featuring you

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Tushar Mehta @ Android Authority · 10/15/2025 09:13 EDT

You can now sell yourself some products but not make any money from it Read more ›

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So it begins: This OEM is embracing iOS 26-like design for its global Android 16 update

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 10/15/2025 09:00 EDT

The good news is that OriginOS is coming to global vivo phones. The bad news is that it's got some iOS-like aesthetics. Read more ›

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Recovering your Google account after a hack is going to become much less of a headache

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 10/15/2025 09:00 EDT

Google's new recovery tools will make getting your account back much easier. Read more ›

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New Google Messages features make it harder for scammers to fool you

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Taylor Kerns @ Android Authority · 10/15/2025 09:00 EDT

Get ready to scan some QR codes. Read more ›

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Roku TV is getting a big Voice upgrade, new sports features, and a whole lot more

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 10/15/2025 09:00 EDT

This fall is just packed with new tools and upgrades for your Roku TV device. Read more ›

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