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I tried DuckDuckGo’s new and free YouTube ad blocker. Here’s how it works

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Shimul Sood @ Android Authority · 07/11/2026 08:00 EDT

No Premium? No problem. DuckDuckGo-t your back! Read more ›

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Spotted: Google Maps on Wear OS is testing an Expressive new UI

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Matt Horne @ Android Authority · 06/17/2025 17:17 EDT

Google Maps is testing a bold visual refresh on smartwatches, but it’s only showing up for some Wear OS users so far. Read more ›

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Google’s updated Gemini 2.5 Flash pricing is good news and bad news

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 06/17/2025 16:03 EDT

Input is little more expensive, but output is cheaper. Read more ›

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Gmail starts testing Material 3 Expressive redesign on Wear OS

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Pranob Mehrotra @ Android Authority · 06/17/2025 15:48 EDT

The revamped app is rolling out to some users on Wear OS 5. Read more ›

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Check your YouTube TV account now to apply this $10 monthly discount

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 06/17/2025 14:09 EDT

Buried in your YouTube TV settings might be a hidden discount worth checking out. Read more ›

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A fix is on the way for Android 16’s broken navigation buttons and gestures

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 06/17/2025 13:41 EDT

Android 16 is getting an update to squash that pesky navigation bug. Read more ›

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The Pixel 10 could feature Google’s fastest fingerprint scanner yet

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Matt Horne @ Android Authority · 06/17/2025 13:14 EDT

A new report claims the next Pixel handsets will include a faster ultrasonic scanner, improving on the solid Pixel 9 setup. Read more ›

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Samsung’s next foldables could arrive with a Google AI Pro freebie (APK teardown)

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 06/17/2025 12:37 EDT

Samsung's Gemini promotions for its flagship phones look set to continue. Read more ›

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Google Messages just pulled the plug on its new unsubscribe button for some users

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Mishaal Rahman @ Android Authority · 06/17/2025 12:22 EDT

For users in the US and Spain, Google Messages will no longer display an ‘unsubscribe’ option at the bottom of certain chats Read more ›

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Android 16 QPR1 beta 2 has a hidden customization option for the lock screen clock

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Pranob Mehrotra @ Android Authority · 06/17/2025 11:54 EDT

You can now choose a "Sharp" font style for the lock screen clock. Read more ›

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Google improves camera playback in Home app, but some are still frustrated

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Matt Horne @ Android Authority · 06/17/2025 11:46 EDT

The latest Google Home app update aimed to make camera playback smoother on Android, but not everyone is happy. Read more ›

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Act fast: Grab a renewed Pixel 8 Pro for as low as $335

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 06/17/2025 11:15 EDT

Jump on this huge discount for a renewed Pixel 8 Pro. Read more ›

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PS2 emulation on Android just got a big update, but be careful which version you install

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Nick Fernandez @ Android Authority · 06/17/2025 10:42 EDT

NetherSX2 v2.0 brings performance and compatibility upgrades, provided you download the right version. Read more ›

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Gemini preps a ‘Saved info’ rebrand as work on chat history search continues (Updated: Beta)

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 06/17/2025 09:25 EDT

Google seems to spend nearly as much time tinkering with the Gemini app as it does generating AI models themselves. Read more ›

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Here’s an early look at Google Keep’s Material 3 Expressive design on Wear OS

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Pranob Mehrotra @ Android Authority · 06/17/2025 09:13 EDT

The notes app is getting a fresh look on your smartwatch. Read more ›

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Android Automotive now lets apps show your food order status and more on your car’s home screen

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Mishaal Rahman @ Android Authority · 06/17/2025 08:15 EDT

A new App Cards feature lets Android apps show custom cards on your car's home screen Read more ›

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Nothing Phone 3 processor confirmed: How is it a ‘true flagship’?

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 06/17/2025 08:05 EDT

Nothing says the Nothing Phone 3 is a "true flagship," but the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 makes a few compromises. Read more ›

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Here’s a leaked Pixel 10 Pro case on a Pixel 9 Pro

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C. Scott Brown @ Android Authority · 06/17/2025 08:00 EDT

The case fits on a Pixel 9 Pro, but not well enough for you not to need to buy a new case. Read more ›

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NFC just got a serious range boost, and your next smartwatch is going to love it

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 06/17/2025 07:51 EDT

The NFC Release 15 specifications bring 4x extended range, so you won't need to align devices as precisely in the future. Read more ›

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This iPhone feature is the only reason I haven’t switched back to a Pixel phone

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Karandeep Singh @ Android Authority · 06/17/2025 07:30 EDT

The iPhone has one feature that’s got me so hooked I don’t want to switch back to a Pixel. Read more ›

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Nintendo is banning Switch 2 users for piracy, even if they’re just backing up their games

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Nick Fernandez @ Android Authority · 06/17/2025 07:28 EDT

Nintendo's latest anti-piracy escalation catches game preservation efforts in the crossfire. Read more ›

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