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The Galaxy S25 FE might be Samsung’s best-kept secret

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 02/04/2026 08:00 EDT

Why buy the base Galaxy S25 or vanilla S26 when the S25 FE does 95% of the job at a much cheaper price? Read more ›

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Name that tune! Spotify may soon get a new music-guessing game

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 02/04/2026 07:00 EDT

A return to Heardle? Spotify could be adding song-guessing fun to its mobile app. Read more ›

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Gemini could soon offer Apple-like 3D avatars, because that’s a great use for AI

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Tushar Mehta @ Android Authority · 02/04/2026 06:53 EDT

Gemini could fill the gap from the lack of Vision Pro-like sensors. Read more ›

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PSA: Don’t wait for Android 17 Developer Previews

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 02/04/2026 06:30 EDT

The Android Canary program long replaced Android Developer Previews for bleeding-edge features. Read more ›

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I bought the Acer TV Box to replace my Shield TV, but it wasn’t a clear-cut upgrade

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 02/04/2026 06:00 EDT

My Shield TV Tube doesn't have many ports at all, but is it worthwhile buying the Acer TV box for the ports alone? Read more ›

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Whatever you do, don’t buy a cheap Google Pixel phone right now

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Joe Maring @ Android Authority · 02/04/2026 05:30 EDT

The Pixel 9a is an incredible phone, but waiting for the Pixel 10a is the right call. Read more ›

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Are foldable phones worth it in 2026? Here’s what you told us.

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 02/04/2026 05:25 EDT

Are foldable phones all they're cracked up to be in 2026? A recent Android Authority poll has some interesting answers. Read more ›

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Want Samsung’s Wide Fold in the US? There might be some good news

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Tushar Mehta @ Android Authority · 02/04/2026 05:22 EDT

It will be more widely available than other special edition foldables from Samsung. Read more ›

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After its latest setbacks, there’s simply no reason to stick with Nova Launcher

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Andy Walker @ Android Authority · 02/04/2026 05:00 EDT

I hope I’m proven wrong, but I’m not waiting around for Nova Launcher to be good again. Read more ›

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Is your Pixel getting Google’s February 2026 update? Here’s every supported model

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Joe Maring @ Android Authority · 02/04/2026 04:30 EDT

A small (but important) update for your Pixel has landed. Read more ›

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Gemini’s next big feature could turn it into your personal travel guide

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 02/04/2026 03:52 EDT

A new Map Area attachment button suggests Gemini could soon get a more visual way to explore new locations. Read more ›

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Gemini gets one step closer to controlling other apps on your Android phone

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Tushar Mehta @ Android Authority · 02/04/2026 03:49 EDT

Google teased this functionality as Project Astra at Google I/O 2025. Read more ›

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JellyFin is the best Plex alternative, and it’s finally expanding to more TVs

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 02/04/2026 03:16 EDT

There's bad news if you have an old Samsung TV, though. Read more ›

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Official Galaxy S26 teaser videos are here, hinting at better zoom and more

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 02/04/2026 01:10 EDT

Samsung just hinted at the Galaxy S26 line's improvements. Read more ›

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Save big on the JBL Charge 6 or Flip 7 speakers

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Edgar Cervantes @ Android Authority · 02/03/2026 18:10 EDT

Upgrade your parties with these impressive JBL speaker deals! Read more ›

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Sony’s 2026 Xperia plans look like they’re shaping up nicely

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 02/03/2026 17:18 EDT

Model numbers tease new Xperia 1 and Xperia 10 handsets. Read more ›

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Get the Apple Watch Series 11 at its lowest price ever

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Edgar Cervantes @ Android Authority · 02/03/2026 17:05 EDT

Save $100 on your next Apple Watch! Read more ›

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Check your phone: February Pixel update is rolling out now

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Matt Horne @ Android Authority · 02/03/2026 16:45 EDT

There isn't much to it, but at least it won't take long to download. Read more ›

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This may be when Google plans to phase out Chrome OS

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 02/03/2026 16:42 EDT

Aluminium OS may not be ready for a couple more years. Read more ›

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Deal: Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones plummet to record-low price

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Edgar Cervantes @ Android Authority · 02/03/2026 16:27 EDT

Get the best headphones at the best price ever. Read more ›

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