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Planning to keep your next phone for 3 years or more? Know these 7 tips before buying

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 07/04/2026 08:00 EDT

From charging cycles to durability, here's what you should know before buying your next phone for the long haul. Read more ›

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Pixel Watch 4 leak shows off a new way to charge

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 07/24/2025 11:12 EDT

Looks like your old Pixel Watch charger may not work with the Pixel Watch 4. Read more ›

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Google’s strategy to grow Gemini seems to be working

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Megan Ellis @ Android Authority · 07/24/2025 10:36 EDT

Despite stiff competition, the Gemini app is seeing millions more people using it. Read more ›

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It’s time to stop defending slow charging speeds

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Robert Triggs @ Android Authority · 07/24/2025 10:00 EDT

Enough is enough, the next iPhone, Pixel and Galaxy need faster charging. Read more ›

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You can now install Galaxy Watch Ultra-exclusive faces on older watches — here’s how

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 07/24/2025 09:34 EDT

These glowing Ultra-exclusive watch faces are usable again on any recent Galaxy Watch. Read more ›

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Google has new ideas on how to save money while shopping online

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Tushar Mehta @ Android Authority · 07/24/2025 09:00 EDT

And helping you choose clothes that flatter you. Read more ›

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Please, Google, give me Pixel 10 colors for the Pixel 10 Pro

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Ryan Haines @ Android Authority · 07/24/2025 08:00 EDT

Really? You're going to come up with *that* Indigo color and not bring it to the Pixel 10 Pro? Read more ›

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This is my favorite camera phone of the year, and I wish I could tell you to buy it, but I can’t

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Paul Jones @ Android Authority · 07/24/2025 07:15 EDT

Another case of incredible camera hardware from HUAWEI weighed down by a compromised global software experience. Read more ›

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Android’s Apple-inspired Handoff feature is moving closer to completion (APK teardown)

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Tushar Mehta @ Android Authority · 07/24/2025 07:14 EDT

As new controls for file sharing and remote app control show up. Read more ›

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The S25 Ultra is more expensive to make than the S24 Ultra, and it’s thanks to this part

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 07/24/2025 07:04 EDT

The Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy chip is to blame. Read more ›

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The Pixel 10 is probably getting Qi2 25W. I just hope Google doesn’t screw it up

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Joe Maring @ Android Authority · 07/24/2025 06:30 EDT

SHOW ME THE MAGNETS!!! Read more ›

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Your PS5 controller is about to get way easier to use on Android, iPhone, PC, and more

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 07/24/2025 06:11 EDT

With an upcoming update, you won't need to constantly re-pair the controller every time you switch gaming platforms. Read more ›

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This might be the only Google Chrome alternative that could rip me away from Firefox

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Andy Walker @ Android Authority · 07/24/2025 06:00 EDT

Peeling away the annoying elements of Chrome on Android. Read more ›

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How I fixed Gemini’s biggest flaw with one simple sentence

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Rita El Khoury @ Android Authority · 07/24/2025 05:30 EDT

I forced Gemini to provide sources for its claims, which made them easier to verify and helped me get more info. Read more ›

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Survey: 7 in 10 Google Home users say their devices are no longer reliable

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 07/24/2025 05:16 EDT

A poll conducted by Android Authority highlights the extent of the issues affecting Google Home speakers and hubs. Read more ›

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The official LEGO Game Boy just dropped, and I need it now

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Nick Fernandez @ Android Authority · 07/24/2025 05:06 EDT

It's unbelievably realistic and costs less than a Nintendo Switch 2 game. Read more ›

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I ditched Google Home years ago, so why are you still using it in 2025?

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Joe Maring @ Android Authority · 07/24/2025 05:00 EDT

In the year of our lord 2025, why on earth are you still using Google Home? Read more ›

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Looks like Galaxy S26 Ultra will be upgraded on all fronts but one

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Tushar Mehta @ Android Authority · 07/24/2025 04:34 EDT

Though Samsung may still steer clear of using chips manufactured at its own facility. Read more ›

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Galaxy S26 Ultra charging speed leaks: A big jump (for Samsung)

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 07/24/2025 04:34 EDT

The Galaxy S26 Ultra could jump from 45W to 60W charging. Read more ›

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Google’s Phone app could make resuming on-hold calls easier (APK teardown)

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 07/24/2025 04:13 EDT

A new "Unhold" button will soon replace the "Mute" button in the ongoing call notification whenever you put a call on hold. Read more ›

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Another Galaxy S26 Ultra leak pours cold water on a battery upgrade

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 07/24/2025 02:32 EDT

Samsung's Ultra phones have used the same battery capacity since 2020. And it seems like this won't change next year. Read more ›

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