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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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Thinking about getting a new mobile plan? These are the best phone carriers in the US

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Andrew Grush @ Android Authority · 02/20/2025 12:24 EDT

In this guide we take a look at the best US phone providers in 2025. Read more ›

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Mint Mobile vs Visible: Two of the best prepaid carriers, compared

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Andrew Grush @ Android Authority · 02/20/2025 11:51 EDT

Visible and Mint Mobile are two of the best prepaid carriers, but which is right for you? Read more ›

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An honest and in-depth look at how Mint Mobile really compares to the big three carriers

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Andrew Grush @ Android Authority · 02/20/2025 11:43 EDT

Mint Mobile can be a great deal, or not. It really depends on your needs, your local coverage map, and a few other factors. Read more ›

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Samsung’s 2025 Galaxy A mid-rangers are getting ready to make their debut

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 02/20/2025 11:28 EDT

The Galaxy A56, A36, and A26 have all been spotted early on Samsung's official service list. Read more ›

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Boost Mobile’s iPhone 16e deal cuts the price tag by more than half

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 02/20/2025 10:51 EDT

Boost Mobile's iPhone 16e deal makes the price tag far more palatable. Read more ›

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This is how terribly underpowered the Nintendo Switch was, and what devs want from the Switch 2

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Nick Fernandez @ Android Authority · 02/20/2025 10:01 EDT

Developers reveal the limitations of Nintendo Switch hardware and the heavy concessions it required. Read more ›

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AT&T is taking the hassle out of splitting phone bills with friends and family

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Pranob Mehrotra @ Android Authority · 02/20/2025 09:32 EDT

With SplitPay, you no longer have to worry about asking your friends to pay their share of the bill. Read more ›

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Amazon pulls the plug on its Android app store that you never used anyway

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 02/20/2025 09:30 EDT

The alternative Android app store will cease to function on non-Amazon devices after August 2025. Read more ›

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Apple’s iPhone 16e seems boring, and that’s exactly why I want one

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Ryan Haines @ Android Authority · 02/20/2025 09:00 EDT

I just hope Apple skipped the right features. Read more ›

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I hated my Samsung Galaxy S25 until I changed this one thing

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Joe Maring @ Android Authority · 02/20/2025 09:00 EDT

Alt title, "I used Samsung Keyboard for a day and I think my friends hate me now." Read more ›

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The Lenovo Legion Go S (with Windows) makes so many mistakes I can’t figure out how we got here

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C. Scott Brown @ Android Authority · 02/20/2025 08:00 EDT

Just buy a Steam Deck — or literally anything else. Read more ›

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The least used app on my Android phone is… the Google app?!

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Andy Walker @ Android Authority · 02/20/2025 08:00 EDT

OK, I don't "use" it, but it plays an important role in my daily digital life. Read more ›

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The new iPhone 16e is virtually free with these T-Mobile and Metro by T-Mobile trade-in deals

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 02/20/2025 07:38 EDT

Looking to upgrade? These carrier deals bring the iPhone 16e's price down to zero with eligible trade-ins. Read more ›

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The Galaxy A16 5G isn’t exciting, but there’s one big reason why I think it’s the best budget phone

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Ryan Haines @ Android Authority · 02/20/2025 07:30 EDT

Come for the low price, stay for the fact that you'll get Android 20. Read more ›

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Emulators for Android: Can your phone handle these consoles?

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 02/20/2025 07:15 EDT

From the 8-bit era to the PS2 and beyond, here's what you should expect when emulating these systems on your device. Read more ›

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OPPO’s Find N5 is ready to challenge your foldable expectations

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 02/20/2025 07:00 EDT

The Find N5 just raised (lowered?) the bar for foldable thickness as we know it. Read more ›

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This Switch emulator dev is working on a (legit) PS3 emulator for Android

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Nick Fernandez @ Android Authority · 02/20/2025 06:53 EDT

A new hope for PS3 emulation from a familiar name. Read more ›

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This Google Photos feature is coming to more smart TVs, tablets, and… fridges?

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Pranob Mehrotra @ Android Authority · 02/20/2025 06:53 EDT

You will soon be able to display your precious memories on more devices. Read more ›

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As a new car owner, I’ve found the perfect use for NotebookLM

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Andy Walker @ Android Authority · 02/20/2025 06:44 EDT

Keep your paper manual snug in the glove box. Read more ›

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Sharing to group chats in Google Messages could soon get much easier (APK teardown)

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 02/20/2025 06:00 EDT

Google Messages is working on integrating group chats to the Android share sheet, saving you a few clicks. Read more ›

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