News from Android Authority

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

Add to bookmarks Don't show Android Authority

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 ›

0

Galaxy Ring battery scare leaves user stranded and hospitalized (Updated: Aftermath)

Add to bookmarks Don't show Android Authority

Matt Horne @ Android Authority · 10/01/2025 04:28 EDT

From health tracker to health hazard, Samsung says this was an "extremely rare" case. Read more ›

0

Samsung doesn’t have faith in thin phones, gets back to work on Galaxy S26 Plus

Add to bookmarks Don't show Android Authority

Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 10/01/2025 04:04 EDT

The S26 Edge might be joined by the S26 Plus next year. Read more ›

43

Sony top headphones and earbuds are getting Gemini Live and audio sharing via Fast Pair

Add to bookmarks Don't show Android Authority

Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 10/01/2025 03:30 EDT

The update is now arriving for the Sony WH-1000XM6 and WF-1000XM5. Read more ›

0

YouTube TV took NBCUniversal spat public, but there’s good news for subscribers

Add to bookmarks Don't show Android Authority

Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 10/01/2025 02:54 EDT

After taking its contract spat public last week, YouTube TV says it's reached a short-term extension with NBCUniversal. Read more ›

9

Nothing owners can now try Android 16 thanks to Nothing OS 4.0 open beta

Add to bookmarks Don't show Android Authority

Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 10/01/2025 01:59 EDT

Perhaps the most notable addition is support for Essential Apps custom widgets. Read more ›

21

Google insists sideloading on Android will survive, but doubts remain for independent app stores

Add to bookmarks Don't show Android Authority

Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 10/01/2025 01:24 EDT

Google says "Sideloading is fundamental to Android," and isn't going anywhere. Read more ›

71

Are you a Nightmare Before Christmas fan? You need to check out these deals!

Add to bookmarks Don't show Android Authority

Edgar Cervantes @ Android Authority · 09/30/2025 18:35 EDT

Wouldn't you like to see something strange? Read more ›

18

Samsung Find may be about to get a major off-grid upgrade

Add to bookmarks Don't show Android Authority

Matt Horne @ Android Authority · 09/30/2025 18:25 EDT

The app might soon follow Google’s Find Hub with satellite-based location sharing. Read more ›

2

Are you a YouTube TV subscriber? October could be a little messy (Update)

Add to bookmarks Don't show Android Authority

Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 09/30/2025 18:02 EDT

Update: YouTube TV says it's reached a short-term extension for NBCUniversal content. Read more ›

0

Of all Amazon’s new hardware, my favorite’s a $20 remote — that Google should copy, yesterday

Add to bookmarks Don't show Android Authority

Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 09/30/2025 17:39 EDT

No goofy wake words needed — just press a button. Read more ›

0

The new Kindle Scribe is here, and it adds a splash of color

Add to bookmarks Don't show Android Authority

Matt Horne @ Android Authority · 09/30/2025 17:02 EDT

As well as adding a Colorsoft model, the redesigned Scribe lineup brings faster hardware and AI tools. Read more ›

12

Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select kicks off new era of Vega OS devices

Add to bookmarks Don't show Android Authority

Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 09/30/2025 16:59 EDT

Amazon makes Vega OS official. Read more ›

17

Deal: Garmin inReach Mini 2 satellite communicator plummets to a new record-low price!

Add to bookmarks Don't show Android Authority

Edgar Cervantes @ Android Authority · 09/30/2025 16:45 EDT

Enjoy your hikes and adventures with complete peace of mind! Read more ›

1

Google is quietly testing a better app launch shortcut for the Pixel Launcher

Add to bookmarks Don't show Android Authority

Joe Maring @ Android Authority · 09/30/2025 15:55 EDT

A small but important tweak. Read more ›

33

Amazon unveils next-gen Echo lineup in big revamp

Add to bookmarks Don't show Android Authority

Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 09/30/2025 14:52 EDT

Amazon's new Echo devices get smarter and better sound. Read more ›

3

Galaxy Ring swelling victim shows aftermath and points to another case

Add to bookmarks Don't show Android Authority

Matt Horne @ Android Authority · 09/30/2025 14:47 EDT

Samsung has called the issue “extremely rare” and is conducting an investigation. Read more ›

39

Fool me twice: Smart home users say they’re done trusting Google

Add to bookmarks Don't show Android Authority

Matt Horne @ Android Authority · 09/30/2025 12:56 EDT

Many of our readers aren’t convinced Google deserves another shot at running their homes. Read more ›

28

The Pixel 10a hasn’t been announced yet, but you can already try out its wallpapers

Add to bookmarks Don't show Android Authority

Taylor Kerns @ Android Authority · 09/30/2025 12:47 EDT

Google's next mid-ranger could apparently hit store shelves by the end of the year. Read more ›

9

New Galaxy S26 Ultra renders show Samsung is ditching the boxy look

Add to bookmarks Don't show Android Authority

Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 09/30/2025 11:37 EDT

Get another look at Samsung's next flagship phone. Read more ›

0

6 things you need to know to untangle the USB Power Delivery charging mess

Add to bookmarks Don't show Android Authority

Robert Triggs @ Android Authority · 09/30/2025 11:30 EDT

Here's how to finally make sense of the world's fast charging tech. Read more ›

144