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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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One UI 8 Watch leak suggests the Galaxy Watch 8 series may be stuck with an old chip (APK teardown)

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 05/22/2025 15:10 EDT

We can also look forward to some new Quick Button recording superpowers. Read more ›

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Save $300 on the awesome LG StandbyME Go portable monitor

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Edgar Cervantes @ Android Authority · 05/22/2025 14:41 EDT

Work and play wherever you go with style. Read more ›

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Google Wallet will now alert you about your ticket or pass right when you need it

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 05/22/2025 13:55 EDT

Google Wallet is making it easier to find your ticket or pass when you're near your destination. Read more ›

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Flying this summer? Make sure you’re aware of this new rule about portable chargers

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Christine Romero-Chan @ Android Authority · 05/22/2025 12:57 EDT

Southwest is the first US airline to update its rules about portable chargers on flights. Read more ›

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Google Home is getting a major Gemini upgrade

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 05/22/2025 12:00 EDT

Google Home is making it easier than ever to create automations. Read more ›

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Forgot to turn on Live Photo? These new phones can generate one using AI

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Pranob Mehrotra @ Android Authority · 05/22/2025 11:00 EDT

HONOR's latest mid-rangers have some serious photography chops. Read more ›

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Xiaomi’s new smartphone chip is here, and this one could be a Tensor beater

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 05/22/2025 10:21 EDT

It's also looking like a challenger to Qualcomm and MediaTek's best chips. Read more ›

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This retro gaming handheld can now livestream directly to Discord

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Nick Fernandez @ Android Authority · 05/22/2025 09:23 EDT

It's now easier than ever to share retro gameplay with your friends. Read more ›

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It’s official: The Nothing Phone 1 won’t get Android 16

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 05/22/2025 09:00 EDT

Don't expect your Nothing Phone 1 to get a surprise upgrade to Android 16. Read more ›

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Galaxy S26 camera details just got clearer and murkier at the same time

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 05/22/2025 07:59 EDT

The base Galaxy S26 could get a new main camera. But we don't know which one. Read more ›

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The Google Phone app could give you a quick way clean up Call Notes (APK teardown)

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 05/22/2025 07:05 EDT

Google's Phone app could soon automatically delete your Call Notes after a given time. Read more ›

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Google One plans are a mess, and Google needs to fix them

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Joe Maring @ Android Authority · 05/22/2025 06:30 EDT

Which Google One plan will you be having today? Basic, Standard, Premium, AI Pro, or AI Ultra? Read more ›

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I installed Android 16 QPR1 beta 1, and these big changes I noticed immediately

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Paul Jones @ Android Authority · 05/22/2025 06:16 EDT

My first taste of Android 16 left me wanting more. Read more ›

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Google Photos may soon tell you just how long your backups will take (APK teardown)

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 05/22/2025 05:30 EDT

No more guessing how much longer until all your pics are stored safely in the cloud! Read more ›

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This nifty trick makes Android 16’s resizable Quick Settings even better

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 05/22/2025 05:30 EDT

This feature should help if you want loads of small Quick Setting tiles. Read more ›

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Verizon wants to lock your phones for 6 months or longer, instead of 60 days

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 05/22/2025 04:49 EDT

Verizon says it's fighting fraud, but you may be the one paying the price. Read more ›

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Developers can finally pull that buggy app update from the Play Store

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 05/22/2025 02:35 EDT

You don't have to second-guess that app update anymore as developers can now pull problematic releases. Read more ›

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‘Find My Device’ on your Android phone is now called ‘Find Hub’ as Google rolls out update

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 05/22/2025 01:13 EDT

The Find Hub name reflects an improved device and people-finding service from Google. Read more ›

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Google confirms Android 16’s flashiest trick is not just reserved for Pixel phones

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 05/21/2025 23:45 EDT

Live Updates are headed to phones from Samsung, OnePlus, and others. Read more ›

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Hot battery deals for all budgets and needs: Anker, GRECELL, and CUKTECH

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Edgar Cervantes @ Android Authority · 05/21/2025 22:01 EDT

Running out of juice? That's a thing of the past! Read more ›

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