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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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Sony has reportedly started outsourcing Xperia phone production

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 05/30/2025 16:45 EDT

The Xperia 1 VII may have been the first phone to be made by a third-party manufacturer. Read more ›

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Didn’t get in on the One UI 8 beta? You’ll have to wait for it to open up again

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Christine Romero-Chan @ Android Authority · 05/30/2025 16:15 EDT

Samsung's beta has reached capacity after just two days. Read more ›

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Google brings its cinematic AI-video tool to Pro subscribers

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 05/30/2025 14:30 EDT

Now AI Pro members can start playing around with Veo 3. Read more ›

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Pixel Superfans invite hints at a shockingly early Pixel 10 launch

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 05/30/2025 14:23 EDT

We could be just about one month away from getting our formal introduction to the Pixel 10 family. Read more ›

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Galaxy Tab S11 leak suggests the Ultra is getting a major battery upgrade

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 05/30/2025 13:21 EDT

This would be the first time the Ultra model has received an upgrade. Read more ›

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Don’t miss a rare 21% price drop on the Sony INZONE Buds

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Matt Horne @ Android Authority · 05/30/2025 13:06 EDT

The high-end Sony buds are ideal for gaming across all platforms, and at just $158, they've never been cheaper. Read more ›

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Google starts letting Android 16 testers try Advanced Protection mode for maximum phone security

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Christine Romero-Chan @ Android Authority · 05/30/2025 12:55 EDT

Advanced Protection lets you secure your phone from outside threats, even yourself, in one click. Read more ›

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Google’s AI Overview now correctly answers it’s 2025, but leaves us with major trust issues

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 05/30/2025 11:49 EDT

After confidently failing the ‘Is it 2025?’ test, Google’s fix shows why blind faith in AI isn't a smart decision. Read more ›

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Don’t Google “Is it 2025?” unless you want to laugh at the state of AI (Updated: Statement)

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 05/30/2025 11:47 EDT

Google’s flashy new AI Search feature can’t even say what year it is — and that's not very reassuring. Read more ›

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Can’t find Google’s button to ring your missing phone? Here’s where it moved

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 05/30/2025 11:35 EDT

Don't forget about these recent changes. Read more ›

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Android 16 QPR1 beta’s background blur issue has a simple fix

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 05/30/2025 11:02 EDT

Here's how you can restore Android 16 Beta 1's beautiful blur effect. Read more ›

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Right now you can get Google Fi for 50% off, or as low as $11.50 per line for four users

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Andrew Grush @ Android Authority · 05/30/2025 09:45 EDT

For a limited time Fi Wireless is offering 50% off on its Essentials or Standard plan! Read more ›

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Pixel VIPs could be the Contacts app upgrade you didn’t know you needed (APK teardown)

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 05/30/2025 09:33 EDT

This upcoming widget puts your favorite people right on your home screen, so you don't miss another birthday again. Read more ›

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Sony’s new XM6 headphones are surprisingly easy to repair, even for battery replacements

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Pranob Mehrotra @ Android Authority · 05/30/2025 08:57 EDT

The headphones brings some welcome design changes that should make repairs easier than ever. Read more ›

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Your Disney Plus subscription now gets you exclusive discounts, freebies, and more. Here’s how

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Nick Fernandez @ Android Authority · 05/30/2025 08:40 EDT

Maybe this will make you think twice before cancelling your subscription. Read more ›

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No action needed: Gmail now saves you time with automatic email summaries

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 05/30/2025 08:05 EDT

These email summaries should automatically kick in for specific threads and messages. Read more ›

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One of the greatest platformers of all time is currently free on Android

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Nick Fernandez @ Android Authority · 05/30/2025 07:46 EDT

But be prepared to die many gruesome deaths. Read more ›

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I spent a week editing all my Reels in Instagram’s new app, was it worth it?

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Ryan Haines @ Android Authority · 05/30/2025 07:00 EDT

Creating a hit Reel takes both luck and skill, but I underestimated how much skill I'd need. Read more ›

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Do any prepaid US carriers offer truly unlimited data? Well, it depends on how you define it

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Andrew Grush @ Android Authority · 05/30/2025 06:30 EDT

Not all unlimited plans are created equally. Read more ›

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Google will put the always-on display to good use in Wear OS 6

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 05/30/2025 05:44 EDT

Wear OS 6 is bringing an improved always-on display, giving you access to your media playback controls. Read more ›

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