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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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AT&T and Verizon’s new cruise plans make it easier to stay connected at sea

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Matt Horne @ Android Authority · 04/16/2025 14:07 EDT

At $20 per day, it's now slightly cheaper for you to post from the pool deck. Read more ›

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CVE program gets its funding back, and new foundation promises long-term stability

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 04/16/2025 12:57 EDT

The cybersecurity world breathes a sigh of relief, as CVE secures funding. Read more ›

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ChatGPT just made it easier to access your old generated images

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 04/16/2025 12:25 EDT

All of your generated images are now saved to the new library section. Read more ›

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We asked if you’d still buy the $500 OnePlus Watch 3, and the response has been brutal

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Matt Horne @ Android Authority · 04/16/2025 12:17 EDT

We knew the $170 price hike would put off plenty of buyers, but OnePlus should be worried by these figures. Read more ›

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Google clarifies what’s happening with Android’s auto-reboot feature

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Mishaal Rahman @ Android Authority · 04/16/2025 11:44 EDT

Google has quietly clarified that Android’s auto-reboot feature will be optional and that it isn’t rolling out yet Read more ›

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A crucial system behind Android security updates just lost its funding (Update: Funding restored)

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 04/16/2025 11:01 EDT

The end of the CVE program could cause Android updates to slow down and become less transparent. Read more ›

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T-Mobile may finally be removing this frustrating SIM swap limitation

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Pranob Mehrotra @ Android Authority · 04/16/2025 10:49 EDT

The carrier could soon enable self-service SIM card swaps through the T-Life app. Read more ›

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Google Assistant will disappear from Fitbit smartwatches in the coming weeks

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 04/16/2025 10:46 EDT

It's the end of the line for Google Assistant on Fitbit devices. Read more ›

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Spotify is down — it’s not just you having streaming problems

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 04/16/2025 10:26 EDT

Social media lit up with complaints as widespread Spotify outage rolls on. Read more ›

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Does Mint Mobile work in Canada or are you out of luck?

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Andrew Grush @ Android Authority · 04/16/2025 10:07 EDT

Yes, Mint offers free roaming in Canada. That said, some folks have run into issues, which we explain how to fix. Read more ›

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WhatsApp could take a page from Instagram with music cards for status updates (APK teardown)

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 04/16/2025 09:50 EDT

Users could soon choose from a few different layouts when adding music to their status updates. Read more ›

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Google may introduce an expressive new Material Design theme at I/O this May

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Mishaal Rahman @ Android Authority · 04/16/2025 09:15 EDT

Google is updating Material Design 3 with more expressive components, and it’s probably announcing it at I/O 2025 Read more ›

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This Galaxy AI tool isn’t available in most countries, and maybe that’s for the best

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Mishaal Rahman @ Android Authority · 04/16/2025 09:00 EDT

Samsung users outside of China don't get the company's Social Composer feature, and I think that's a good thing Read more ›

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Google could give the Home app a spring clean with these changes (APK teardown)

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 04/16/2025 08:53 EDT

Expect a faster way to set up Matter gadgets, a new home for settings, and more. Read more ›

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Wallpaper Wednesday: More great phone wallpapers for all to share (April 16)

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C. Scott Brown @ Android Authority · 04/16/2025 08:30 EDT

Here is a weekly selection of Android wallpapers created by our readers and members of the Android Authority team! Read more ›

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Garmin makes the best smartwatches that I can’t wear every day

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Kaitlyn Cimino @ Android Authority · 04/16/2025 08:00 EDT

Too few apps a day won't keep the competition at bay. Read more ›

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I’d buy this iPhone over any Android phone for my parents

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 04/16/2025 07:30 EDT

Apple's simple yet powerful iPhone 16e proves there's still no true Android rival for easy everyday use for non-techies. Read more ›

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Android 16’s Advanced Protection Mode will one-click enable these security features (APK teardown)

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 04/16/2025 07:03 EDT

Even external apps like Messages and Phone can toggle their own security features when you enable Advanced Protection Mode. Read more ›

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Circle to Search is my favorite tool for identifying the birds and the bees

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Andy Walker @ Android Authority · 04/16/2025 07:00 EDT

It's the birdwatcher's unlikely best friend. Read more ›

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Samsung vs Apple initial 2025 numbers are in, and it’s a surprisingly close contest

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 04/16/2025 06:51 EDT

Apple just did something in Q1 it’s never done before, and Samsung should be worried. Read more ›

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