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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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This USB-C iPhone case will let you finally ditch Lightning without buying a new phone

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 07/23/2025 12:32 EDT

Upgrade old iPhones with one of Android's best superpowers. Read more ›

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This powerful Google Photos tool is finally arriving for older Pixels

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Matt Horne @ Android Authority · 07/23/2025 12:17 EDT

Some users are now seeing Reimagine, Google’s AI-powered photo tool, pop up on older Pixels. Read more ›

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Proton’s ChatGPT rival is prioritizing privacy with encrypted chats and zero logs

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Tushar Mehta @ Android Authority · 07/23/2025 11:57 EDT

It uses an open-source language model and promises local chat storage. Read more ›

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The Galaxy Z Flip 7 finally gets UWB for precise tracking, but only if you buy this version

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Mishaal Rahman @ Android Authority · 07/23/2025 11:46 EDT

Samsung has finally equipped the Galaxy Z Flip 7 with UWB, but only in units sold in South Korea Read more ›

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Could Google be working on a more affordable Gemini plan? (APK teardown)

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 07/23/2025 11:41 EDT

An upcoming "Google AI Lite" plan could be the missing sweet spot between the free plan and the $20 Google AI Pro plan. Read more ›

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AT&T and T-Mobile now both claim the best network crown, but which one is really the best?

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Andrew Grush @ Android Authority · 07/23/2025 11:35 EDT

So which is actually the best? Spoiler: There's no such thing. Read more ›

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Samsung Galaxy S26 Edge rumor teases the best of both worlds

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 07/23/2025 11:20 EDT

The Galaxy S26 Edge may not leave you constantly reaching for your charger. Read more ›

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Microsoft is testing new features to make your Android phone work better with Windows PCs

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Mishaal Rahman @ Android Authority · 07/23/2025 10:31 EDT

Microsoft is letting some users remotely lock and access their PC’s clipboard from their Android phone Read more ›

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Samsung and Google should learn a thing or two from Apple’s new all-in-one device protection plan

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 07/23/2025 09:40 EDT

AppleCare One simplifies product protection plan management for the company's most loyal userbase. Read more ›

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In defense of fake smartwatches

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 07/23/2025 09:09 EDT

Fitness trackers that look like smartwatches are a better choice than full-blown smartwatches for most of us. Read more ›

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I tested two new Govee indoor lights and turned my place into an enchanting light show

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Edgar Cervantes @ Android Authority · 07/23/2025 09:00 EDT

Set the mood to relax, party it up, focus on work, study, or whatever you wish! Read more ›

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The Pixel 10 is proof that the iPhone camera strategy isn’t working for Google

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 07/23/2025 08:55 EDT

Google has been copying Apple's iPhone camera strategy for years now, but that will change next month. Read more ›

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Wallpaper Wednesday: More great phone wallpapers for all to share (July 23)

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C. Scott Brown @ Android Authority · 07/23/2025 08:30 EDT

Here is a weekly selection of Android wallpapers created by our readers and members of the Android Authority team! Read more ›

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RIP: Google finally sets a timeline for burying Reminders

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Tushar Mehta @ Android Authority · 07/23/2025 08:19 EDT

Making Tasks the solo destination for to-dos from all Google apps. Read more ›

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Finally! The Galaxy S26 Ultra could get a long-overdue charging speed upgrade

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 07/23/2025 07:45 EDT

Samsung might finally leave behind 45W charging behind for good for its Galaxy S Ultra flagships. Read more ›

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Yes, you can disable Gemini permissions on your Android phone — here’s how

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Joe Maring @ Android Authority · 07/23/2025 07:30 EDT

Nothing to see here. Please disperse. Read more ›

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I continue to use Google Home and its speakers, but I hate everything about it

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Rita El Khoury @ Android Authority · 07/23/2025 07:30 EDT

Almost every aspect of using the Google Home speakers and app is frustrating, but I keep coming back to it. Read more ›

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The Galaxy Z Flip 7’s new cover screen camera tricks will elevate your selfie game

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Mishaal Rahman @ Android Authority · 07/23/2025 07:00 EDT

The Galaxy Z Flip 7 has a more one-handed friendly camera UI on the cover screen with some new features Read more ›

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Google Photos’ faces row could make searching even easier (APK teardown)

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 07/23/2025 06:30 EDT

Your most frequently appearing faces will show up in this row, giving you easy one-click access to all their photos. Read more ›

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The VITURE Luma Pro are the best XR glasses you can get for under $500

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Oliver Cragg @ Android Authority · 07/23/2025 06:15 EDT

The upcoming Luma Ultra loom large over the Pro, but you can't argue with the quality or value. Read more ›

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