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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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Google finally lets you customize icon shapes on your Pixel’s home screen

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Mishaal Rahman @ Android Authority · 08/20/2025 19:32 EDT

You only have five total icon shape options to pick from, but it's better than nothing Read more ›

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Android finally lets you control your Pixel phone’s flashlight brightness

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Mishaal Rahman @ Android Authority · 08/20/2025 18:36 EDT

The latest Android Canary release adds support for adjusting your Pixel phone's flashlight strength from Quick Settings Read more ›

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You can add Alexa to your car for just $19.99

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Edgar Cervantes @ Android Authority · 08/20/2025 18:06 EDT

Alexa, can you come with me on a road trip? Read more ›

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Here’s all the new features for Pixels in Android 16 QPR2 Beta 1

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Mishaal Rahman @ Android Authority · 08/20/2025 17:40 EDT

The first beta of Android 16 QPR2 offers a glimpse at the new Android features coming in the December 2025 Pixel Drop. Read more ›

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Google’s not done yet, with a new Android Canary release arriving for testers

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 08/20/2025 17:05 EDT

Because the Pixel 10 launch and release of Android 16 QPR2 Beta 1 clearly weren't enough. Read more ›

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The Pixel 10 Pro has the display upgrade your poor eyes have been begging for

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Matt Horne @ Android Authority · 08/20/2025 17:04 EDT

Google finally makes a move on screen comfort, although not in all its new phones. Read more ›

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Hot deal: The Apple Mac Mini M4 is $100 off

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Edgar Cervantes @ Android Authority · 08/20/2025 17:02 EDT

This is the cheapest Mac, and it is better than many other Apple computers! Read more ›

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Amazon could shake up the tablet market with a higher-end model running real Android

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 08/20/2025 16:56 EDT

Is Amazon done with Fire OS? Its Android tablet project seems to suggest so. Read more ›

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Google is expanding a key anti-theft feature to make your apps more secure

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Mishaal Rahman @ Android Authority · 08/20/2025 16:43 EDT

Identity Check in Android 16 QPR2 will make it harder for phone thieves to gain access to sensitive apps Read more ›

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Android will finally fix your messy home screen by forcing apps to use themed icons

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 08/20/2025 16:05 EDT

Android 16 QPR2 is done tolerating apps that don't natively support themed icon colors. Read more ›

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I’d rather get the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold at this record-low price than the new version!

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Edgar Cervantes @ Android Authority · 08/20/2025 15:41 EDT

The Pixel 10 Pro Fold is nice, but this deal makes the Pixel 9 Pro Fold much more exciting! Read more ›

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Lock screen widgets are finally live on Pixel phones in Android 16 QPR2

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Mishaal Rahman @ Android Authority · 08/20/2025 15:37 EDT

The next Android 16 quarterly release will let you add widgets to a new page on the lock screen Read more ›

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Here’s all the new features for Pixels in Android 16 QPR2 Beta 1

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Mishaal Rahman @ Android Authority · 08/20/2025 14:54 EDT

The first beta of Android 16 QPR2 offers a glimpse at the new Android features coming in the December 2025 Pixel Drop. Read more ›

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Poll: Was Made by Google 2025 a win or a cringe-fest?

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Matt Horne @ Android Authority · 08/20/2025 14:43 EDT

Did the star-studded talk show format work for you? Let us know in our poll. Read more ›

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Google releases the first beta of Android 16 QPR2, previewing its big December update

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Mishaal Rahman @ Android Authority · 08/20/2025 14:33 EDT

Android 16 QPR2 Beta 1 is rolling out now to supported Pixel devices, but the stable version isn’t expected until December Read more ›

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Switching from iPhone to Pixel 10? It’ll soon be easier to transfer your eSIM (APK teardown)

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Tushar Mehta @ Android Authority · 08/20/2025 14:00 EDT

Though we might have to wait until the iPhone 17 launch next month for a confirmation. Read more ›

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Pixel 10 Pro phones can now take 50MP portrait mode shots, with a catch

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 08/20/2025 13:50 EDT

The Pixel 10 Pro phones can take high-res portrait shots, but not via the tele camera. Read more ›

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Google Store is offering two free years of data for Pixel Watch 4 LTE pre-orders

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 08/20/2025 13:50 EDT

You can also get up to $350 back on the purchase. Read more ›

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Today only: Rakuten is offering $80 cash back for new Visible customers

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Andrew Grush @ Android Authority · 08/20/2025 13:42 EDT

Rakuten is offering $80 in cash back for new Visible customers, though there are a few qualifications you must meet first. Read more ›

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Did Google just give us our first glimpse of a new Nest speaker?

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 08/20/2025 13:37 EDT

The neglected Nest speaker lineup could finally be getting some overdue attention. Read more ›

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