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I take an Android tablet everywhere I go: These are the best ones you should buy in 2026

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Ryan Haines @ Android Authority · 06/22/2026 09:45 EDT

The Android tablet race is tighter than ever, and that's good news for you (and me). Read more ›

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Should you pay for Spotify Lossless? Only if you meet these 3 criteria

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Robert Triggs @ Android Authority · 09/28/2025 09:00 EDT

Don't be fooled, lossless audio is only worth it if you have the gear to match. Read more ›

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My life would be a mess without these 8 productivity apps

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Andy Walker @ Android Authority · 09/28/2025 08:00 EDT

From storing brain dumps to organizing meals: these are my essential productivity apps. Read more ›

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I’ve tested all the best Android retro gaming handhelds in 2025, and these are the ones I’d buy

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Nick Fernandez @ Android Authority · 09/28/2025 07:30 EDT

From premium to budget, big to small, these are the Android handhelds I recommend. Read more ›

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4 surprising benefits I discovered since ditching my smartwatch

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Andy Walker @ Android Authority · 09/28/2025 07:00 EDT

I’m taking a break from wrist-worn companions, and I’m not sure if I’ll be back. Read more ›

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6 crucial features the new Google Home app needs to win me back

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Rita El Khoury @ Android Authority · 09/28/2025 06:30 EDT

The new Google Home app looks fancy, but it's still pretty barebones for my smart home needs. Read more ›

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I compared Apple Visual Intelligence to Circle to Search, and the winner won’t surprise you

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Ryan Haines @ Android Authority · 09/28/2025 06:00 EDT

I thought Apple would be better at this by now... Read more ›

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I’m using Gemini to improve my investment strategy, and it’s beating my portfolio advisor

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Dhruv Bhutani @ Android Authority · 09/28/2025 05:00 EDT

Can a general-purpose LLM really handle investing? Read more ›

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Swapping between hard floor and carpet cleaning has never been easier with the Dreame H15 Pro CarpetFlex

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Ankit Banerjee @ Android Authority · 09/28/2025 03:08 EDT

From wet and dry messes to carpets and hard floors, the Dreame H15 Pro CarpetFlex handheld vacuum and mop combo can handle it all. Read more ›

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10 Android features I taught my parents to use, and you should too

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Matt Horne @ Android Authority · 09/27/2025 09:00 EDT

As it turns out, you can teach an old dog new tricks. Read more ›

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Here’s the latest progress on how Google Messages @mentions are going to work

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 09/27/2025 08:00 EDT

Catching up with Google Chat and basically every other messaging solution on the planet... eventually. Read more ›

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Android’s answer to Apple’s Handoff is coming, and here’s how it’ll work

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Mishaal Rahman @ Android Authority · 09/27/2025 08:00 EDT

Android will soon let you continue tasks from your phone on your tablet or PC, similar to Apple’s Handoff. Read more ›

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6 things Spotify gets right that YouTube Music doesn’t

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Karandeep Singh @ Android Authority · 09/27/2025 08:00 EDT

The must-have features that could finally make YTM feel complete Read more ›

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Google Home finally has powerful automations, but I’m still not using them

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Rita El Khoury @ Android Authority · 09/27/2025 07:30 EDT

I can finally create routines based on presence, but I needed this in 2018, not in 2025. Read more ›

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5 phone features I refuse to compromise on

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Megan Ellis @ Android Authority 3 place · 09/27/2025 07:00 EDT

These features have now become non-negotiables when it comes to buying a new Android phone. Read more ›

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Google Messages is rethinking how link previews work, but we’re not sure it’s for the best

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 09/27/2025 07:00 EDT

Messages could omit a page description and even drop the full URL in some cases. Read more ›

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The luxurious HUAWEI Watch Ultimate 2 pairs premium hardware with an adventurous edge

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Kaitlyn Cimino @ Android Authority 3 place · 09/27/2025 06:45 EDT

For the right wrist, HUAWEI offers a combo of niche features and unparalleled luxury you won't find on any other smartwatch. Read more ›

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I love small Android phones! These are the best ones I’ve tested in 2025

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Ryan Haines @ Android Authority · 09/27/2025 06:30 EDT

Keep your massive displays, I just want a phone that fits in my pocket. These are my top picks! Read more ›

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I’ve tried Kindle, Boox, reMarkable, and more, and this is my e-ink hot take

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Kaitlyn Cimino @ Android Authority · 09/27/2025 06:00 EDT

Weeks of battery, paper-like bliss, and maddening lag Read more ›

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5 reasons why Pixels will never outsell Samsung’s Galaxy phones

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Mitja Rutnik @ Android Authority 2 place · 09/27/2025 05:30 EDT

Despite what many think, Pixels don't sell nearly as well as Galaxy phones. Read more ›

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Can you get a good deal with a lesser-known prepaid brand, or is it too risky?

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Andrew Grush @ Android Authority · 09/27/2025 05:00 EDT

A good deal is possible, but you need to do your homework. Read more ›

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