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

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Android 16 QPR1 beta expected to paint the first strokes of Material 3 Expressive

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 05/14/2025 00:55 EDT

The exact release date for the first Android 16 QPR1 beta is still unknown, but it could arrive soon. Read more ›

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Android 16 Beta 4.1 drops its latest bugfixes, as development starts closing in on stable

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 05/13/2025 18:15 EDT

Here's one more round of fixes, ahead of next month's Android 16 stable release. Read more ›

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Google Maps users are starting to see the new account switcher on Android

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 05/13/2025 17:11 EDT

Google may finally be rolling out its redesigned account switcher. Read more ›

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Catch a record price drop on the Spigen GaN III 140W USB-C wall charger

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Matt Horne @ Android Authority · 05/13/2025 16:54 EDT

Looking to expand your USB-C charging options? This powerhouse wall charger is way cheaper than ever before at just $29.99. Read more ›

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Your Spotify DJ can now take requests, elevating your listening experience

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Christine Romero-Chan @ Android Authority · 05/13/2025 16:16 EDT

Spotify DJ is like a personal music friend who just really gets you, but in your pocket. Read more ›

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Valve is making it easier to tell if a game will run on your Steam OS handheld

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 05/13/2025 15:57 EDT

Valve is launching a rating system for non-Steam Deck devices that run Steam OS. Read more ›

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YouTube could score big with an exclusive NFL streaming first (Update)

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 05/13/2025 15:10 EDT

YouTube has won the rights to stream the Week 1 game. Read more ›

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Looking for good ANC on a budget? The CMF Buds just dropped to an unbeaten price of $27

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Matt Horne @ Android Authority · 05/13/2025 14:44 EDT

The wireless earbuds offered surprisingly good ANC at full price, so a chance to grab them at 31% off is well worth a look. Read more ›

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Android 16 release date: Here’s when you’ll get the next major OS upgrade

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Andy Walker @ Android Authority · 05/13/2025 14:15 EDT

Android 16 Beta 4 has been available for a while, and here's when to expect the stable rollout. Read more ›

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Slack brings ‘Mark as Read’ button to notifications on Android to save you some time

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 05/13/2025 13:48 EDT

Slack rolls out faster way to mark messages as read on Android. Read more ›

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Android 16 is coming to your Samsung phones ‘this summer’

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 05/13/2025 13:42 EDT

One UI 8 won't make you wait like One UI 7 did. Read more ›

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Wear OS 6 should let you talk to your assistant by raising your wrist (APK teardown)

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Zac Kew-Denniss @ Android Authority · 05/13/2025 13:22 EDT

A deep dive into the One UI 8 Watch leak has shed light on some new Wear OS features Read more ›

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Wear OS 6 is getting a fresh coat of paint, in line with Android 16 and Material 3 Expressive

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 05/13/2025 13:00 EDT

Google has revealed a redesigned UI for Wear OS 6. Read more ›

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Google wants to make stolen Android phones basically unsellable

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Mishaal Rahman @ Android Authority · 05/13/2025 13:00 EDT

Google is upgrading Factory Reset Protection to make it even harder for thieves to sell stolen phones Read more ›

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Android 16’s new Intrusion Logging feature helps detect if your phone was hacked

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Mishaal Rahman @ Android Authority · 05/13/2025 13:00 EDT

Android 16 can back up device logs so you can run a forensic analysis later to find out if your device was compromised Read more ›

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Google shares its fix for Remote Lock’s biggest flaw

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Matt Horne @ Android Authority · 05/13/2025 13:00 EDT

The anticipated addition of a security question to use the feature is coming to your Android device. Read more ›

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These new Android tools could stop scammers from robbing your loved ones blind

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Mishaal Rahman @ Android Authority · 05/13/2025 13:00 EDT

Google is adding new in-call security protections to Android, better scam message detection, and a contact verification tool Read more ›

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Google is finally ready to flip the switch on precise UWB Find Hub tracking

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 05/13/2025 13:00 EDT

Ultra-wideband turns Google's Find Hub into a serious tracker, starting with Moto Tag support. Read more ›

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Lost luggage won’t be a problem with the help of Android Find Hub and these airlines

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Christine Romero-Chan @ Android Authority · 05/13/2025 13:00 EDT

Lost luggage? No problem, as long as you use these airlines. Read more ›

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Google Assistant’s time is up, make way for Gemini on Wear OS

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 05/13/2025 13:00 EDT

Gemini is about to take Google Assistant's spot on your wrist. Read more ›

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