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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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Setting up your next Google TV could be faster and easier than ever

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 05/01/2025 15:23 EDT

Google TV has a new setup experience. Read more ›

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You can now use two of the big three carriers via one plan with this add-on feature

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Andrew Grush @ Android Authority · 05/01/2025 14:34 EDT

It's now possible to use the Verizon and T-Mobile networks from one plan, or AT&T and Verizon, for that matter. Read more ›

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Google Messages users can now ‘Unsubscribe’ from business promos and other spam

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 05/01/2025 13:22 EDT

The Unsubscribe button is now rolling out widely. Read more ›

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This deal gives you Visible Plus or Plus Pro for $5 less per month for the next year

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Andrew Grush @ Android Authority · 05/01/2025 12:16 EDT

As is Visible Plus and Plus Pro weren't already great values, you can now save an extra $5 per month. Read more ›

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Google Search AI Mode is ready to step into the spotlight

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 05/01/2025 12:16 EDT

Google drops AI Mode waitlist as this powerful Search tool expands beyond Labs. Read more ›

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Separated notification and quick settings panel on One UI 7? Here’s a tip you might have missed

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 05/01/2025 12:05 EDT

You can swipe right from the notification panel to quickly access the expanded quick settings panel. Read more ›

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First look at Android’s slick new animations for its big expressive redesign

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Mishaal Rahman @ Android Authority · 05/01/2025 11:30 EDT

Google is adding several new animations to Android to make it more expressive Read more ›

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Android Auto’s in-progress light theme is actually starting to look pretty good (APK teardown)

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 05/01/2025 11:07 EDT

The light theme has come a long way since it was first spotted. Read more ›

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The Galaxy S25 Edge debuts in a couple weeks, but we already know what to expect

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Christine Romero-Chan @ Android Authority · 05/01/2025 10:52 EDT

The latest leak for the Galaxy S25 Edge gives us everything we need to know before it launches. Read more ›

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Samsung TV Plus is on a mission to never let you pay for live sports channels again

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 05/01/2025 09:45 EDT

The ad-supported platform has added five sports channels, expanding its 50+ sports channel lineup. Read more ›

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Gemini Ultra may be on the way as part of a new Google One AI plan

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Pranob Mehrotra @ Android Authority · 05/01/2025 08:55 EDT

The Ultra version of Gemini may offer increased access to certain features. Read more ›

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The Anker SOLIX EverFrost 2 is the coolest cooler I’ve ever used

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Edgar Cervantes @ Android Authority · 05/01/2025 08:30 EDT

The Anker SOLIX EverFrost 2 40L electric cooler is smart, super cool, and versatile. Read more ›

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The more Google kills Fitbit smartwatches, the more I want a Fitbit Sense 3

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Joe Maring @ Android Authority · 05/01/2025 08:00 EDT

The Google watch that never was, and never will be. Read more ›

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The best 3DS emulator now has a Turbo mode to make grinding less painful

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 05/01/2025 07:53 EDT

Azahar emulator's latest release also brings quicksave improvements to desktop and Android users. Read more ›

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Over the last 4 years, this eSIM has saved me countless dollars and headaches while traveling

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Rita El Khoury @ Android Authority · 05/01/2025 07:30 EDT

I've used Airalo in the UK, UAE, Switzerland, Turkey, and Lebanon, and this is why I keep going back to it. Read more ›

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Google Photos could soon give the Memories carousel a ‘hearty’ redesign (APK teardown)

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Pranob Mehrotra @ Android Authority · 05/01/2025 07:21 EDT

The new design also adds a splash of color to the Memories feature. Read more ›

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Uber may get a ‘Simple Mode’ that makes it easy enough for anyone to use (Updated: Launched)

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 05/01/2025 07:03 EDT

The new setting strips the UI down to its essentials. Read more ›

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I used to love CapCut, but it’s time to move on

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Megan Ellis @ Android Authority · 05/01/2025 07:00 EDT

CapCut is a much worse app today than when I first started using it years ago. Read more ›

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Android 16’s huge UI redesign is the most exciting change I’ve seen in years

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Joe Maring @ Android Authority · 05/01/2025 06:00 EDT

Oh YEAH! Read more ›

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YouTube’s floating mini player on Android is getting some much-needed design changes

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Pranob Mehrotra @ Android Authority · 05/01/2025 05:22 EDT

The redesigned mini player is still in beta, but it could roll out soon. Read more ›

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