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I let an AI take over my Google TV for a week — and it solved streaming’s biggest problem

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Dhruv Bhutani @ Android Authority · 07/18/2026 08:00 EDT

Project Neo replaces endless TV browsing with conversational AI. Read more ›

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This little-known Google Photos shortcut will take you directly to classic search

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 04/28/2025 11:37 EDT

This trick is perfect for those who hate Ask Photos. Read more ›

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Spotify quietly adds new way to completely turn off Smart Shuffle

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 04/28/2025 11:22 EDT

Users can completely disable Smart Shuffle from showing up in playlists, sticking only with Linear and Shuffle play modes. Read more ›

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Nothing’s new budget phone has a telephoto lens and a modular camera system

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C. Scott Brown @ Android Authority · 04/28/2025 09:45 EDT

The original CMF Phone was a sleeper hit, and this one looks to be even more enticing. Read more ›

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After using the CMF Phone 2 Pro, I can’t believe it costs just $279

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C. Scott Brown @ Android Authority · 04/28/2025 09:45 EDT

A phone this good shouldn't be relegated to the budget sector. Read more ›

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The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 might launch earlier than expected, and that’s great for Android

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 04/28/2025 08:23 EDT

A September release for the flagship SoC gives Android flagships the room to launch in time for the holiday sale season. Read more ›

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I thought this $80 smartwatch would be terrible, but I was wrong

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Joe Maring @ Android Authority · 04/28/2025 08:00 EDT

Amazfit amazed me. Read more ›

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What happens to your data if you stop paying for Google One?

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Mitja Rutnik @ Android Authority · 04/28/2025 07:30 EDT

Google won't delete your files, at least not right away. Read more ›

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Here’s an early look at Android’s colorful and ‘expressive’ Google account settings (APK teardown)

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Pranob Mehrotra @ Android Authority · 04/28/2025 06:52 EDT

A restructured layout and colorful icons are coming to Android's Google account management page. Read more ›

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Broken phones could soon be less stressful, thanks to Google’s SIM backup plans (APK teardown)

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 04/28/2025 05:54 EDT

You Google One device backup could soon include SIMs as well, making it a breeze to backup and restore them. Read more ›

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Google Wallet will finally let you add cards the way you always wanted (APK teardown)

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 04/28/2025 05:00 EDT

The feature should support most modern credit and debit cards. Read more ›

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The Galaxy S25 Edge could come with titanium bezels and yet-unreleased Gorilla Glass variant

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 04/28/2025 03:52 EDT

Corning launched Gorilla Glass Ceramic merely a month ago, and the S25 Edge could come with its successor already. Read more ›

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T-Mobile does the unthinkable: Cuts price for a new service instead of a hike

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 04/28/2025 02:13 EDT

T-Satellite now has a new, lower price that applies to everyone, including AT&T and Verizon users, starting July. Read more ›

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The Chromecast with Google TV is reborn…with a new name!

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 04/27/2025 23:26 EDT

The Cast 150 is the spiritual successor of the discontinued 4K Chromecast with Google TV. Read more ›

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Snapdragon 8 Elite deep dive: A return to custom CPUs and much more

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Robert Triggs @ Android Authority · 04/27/2025 13:01 EDT

The new name marks a major departure from previous Snapdragons. Read more ›

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Need high performance on a budget? These are the phones you should buy (and the ones you shouldn’t)

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Robert Triggs @ Android Authority · 04/27/2025 12:00 EDT

Can anything beat the Google Pixel when it comes to bang for buck performance? Read more ›

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Nothing’s LUTs are the nerdiest approach to camera filters, and I love them

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Ryan Haines @ Android Authority · 04/27/2025 10:00 EDT

Now, if only I could apply these filters after I take my photos... Read more ›

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This cheap Android Auto adapter was the best thing I ever bought for my car

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Andy Walker @ Android Authority · 04/27/2025 09:00 EDT

You don't need to drop mountains of cash for wireless Android Auto, and this adapter proves it. Read more ›

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I fell sick wearing a Pixel Watch 3 and Oura Ring 4; only one of them got it right

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Rita El Khoury @ Android Authority · 04/27/2025 08:30 EDT

One told me I had major signs of strain and needed rest, the other taunted me about hitting my goals. Guess which? Read more ›

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This is the only thing I hate about the OnePlus Watch 3

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Kaitlyn Cimino @ Android Authority · 04/27/2025 08:00 EDT

One size does not fit all. Read more ›

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I want Google to copy this Apple and Samsung camera feature for the Pixel 10

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Ryan Haines @ Android Authority · 04/27/2025 07:30 EDT

Hey Google, let me tweak colors before I press the shutter button. Read more ›

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