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Pixel Screenshots just moved away from using on-device AI only, but is it less private?

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Akshay Gangwar @ Android Authority · 06/18/2026 04:01 EDT

Google says it will use a "secure, isolated environment" to process your screenshots. Read more ›

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This smartwatch packs a battery that could shame every major smartwatch

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 06/18/2026 04:00 EDT

HONOR's new watch might actually have the biggest battery in any major smartwatch. Read more ›

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Google’s Gemini overlay bubble is getting a fresh gradient design as testing expands

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 06/18/2026 01:27 EDT

Looks like Google is perfecting the feature before a wider rollout. Read more ›

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Google’s latest Android XR demo gives smart glasses a killer use case

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 06/17/2026 23:33 EDT

Google's latest Android XR demo uses Gemini and 3D navigation overlays to guide users through cities hands-free. Read more ›

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Google confirms: These Nest smart speakers have ended production

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 06/17/2026 17:17 EDT

Google Home Speaker pre-orders are live, but two classic Nest speakers are dead. Read more ›

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Google is testing adding an AI Mode shortcut right in Chrome’s toolbar

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 06/17/2026 16:30 EDT

Chrome's toolbar could be the next place you find AI Mode. Read more ›

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Android 17 users are running into some strange problems with Wi-Fi data in certain apps

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 06/17/2026 15:56 EDT

Pixel owners report weird Wi‑Fi bugs after Android 17 update. Read more ›

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Google Calendar finally expands event colors with a full RGB picker

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 06/17/2026 14:49 EDT

Your Google Calendar is about to get a lot more colorful. Read more ›

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Smart glasses could be about to face some heavy restrictions for drivers

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 06/17/2026 14:02 EDT

Smart glasses might not save you from hands-free driving laws. Read more ›

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Google is already killing off this helpful Gemini-powered tool

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 06/17/2026 13:16 EDT

Another Google product gets a plot in the graveyard. Read more ›

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Google now lets you try its custom AI avatars without signing up for a paid plan

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Jay Bonggolto @ Android Authority · 06/17/2026 12:54 EDT

Your next Google Vids pitch could be in 24 languages without you saying a word. Read more ›

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Pokémon Champions has brought the battle to Android and iOS

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 06/17/2026 12:13 EDT

TCPI is celebrating the launch by giving you a free Raichu and mega stones. Read more ›

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Jackery launches four new ways to keep the lights on when the grid gives up

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Tushar Mehta @ Android Authority · 06/17/2026 12:00 EDT

And one of them wants to keep your fridge humming while being invisible. Read more ›

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Your biggest smart home setup headache is finally going away

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Jay Bonggolto @ Android Authority · 06/17/2026 11:57 EDT

Matter 1.6 finally lets you set up devices before plugging them in. Read more ›

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The AYANEO Pocket Micro 2 could fix one of the biggest problems with its predecessor

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Akshay Gangwar @ Android Authority · 06/17/2026 11:15 EDT

You could finally get to play more and charge less. Read more ›

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Samsung Health finally gets its highly anticipated overhaul

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 06/17/2026 10:55 EDT

Samsung's big Health app update is live. Read more ›

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Chrome users are losing their best ad-blocker

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Akshay Gangwar @ Android Authority · 06/17/2026 10:21 EDT

Time to switch away from Chrome? Read more ›

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Thread has a new app to take the guesswork out of smart home troubleshooting

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 06/17/2026 10:07 EDT

Configuring your smart home is getting even easier with new Thread Tools diagnostic app. Read more ›

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Wallpaper Wednesday: More great phone wallpapers for all to share (June 17)

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Edgar Cervantes @ Android Authority · 06/17/2026 10:00 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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Android 17 makes switching from iPhone to Android much easier, here’s how

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 06/17/2026 09:33 EDT

Android Switch is now built into the core of Android and iOS, no standalone app needed! Read more ›

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