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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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The Nothing Phone 3a Pro could beat the Galaxy S25 for camera zoom

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 02/18/2025 02:33 EDT

The Nothing Phone 3a Pro could be a mid-range zoom champ if this leak pans out. Read more ›

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Some Galaxy S25 series owners are reporting major charging issues

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 02/18/2025 01:08 EDT

Samsung's Plus and Ultra phones aren't charging properly for some users. But it sounds like a fix is on the way. Read more ›

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The iPhone 17 Air looks like a Pixel winking at you in freshly leaked renders

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 02/18/2025 00:47 EDT

The ultra-thin iPhone is expected to replace the "Plus" model in Apple's 2025 lineup. Read more ›

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Your loyalty cards just got smarter with a new Google Wallet feature

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 02/17/2025 23:39 EDT

Wallet is making it easier to stay on top of updates available for your loyalty cards and other passes. Read more ›

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Google app preps for Search’s AI Mode with a new selection of shortcuts (APK teardown)

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Pranob Mehrotra @ Android Authority · 02/17/2025 22:02 EDT

The shortcut buttons could also get a minor UI change. Read more ›

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Motorola and Google deals: Get a great smartphone for $400-$600

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Edgar Cervantes @ Android Authority · 02/17/2025 15:07 EDT

You don't need to spend anywhere near $1,000 to get a good phone. Check out these smartphone deals! Read more ›

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Looking for a smart lock? These Aqara and eufy ones are at record low prices!

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Edgar Cervantes @ Android Authority · 02/17/2025 13:52 EDT

Keep your home safe while also prioritizing convenience with these smart lock deals from Aqara and eufy. Read more ›

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You can now play Android games on PC with only a keyboard

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Mishaal Rahman @ Android Authority · 02/17/2025 12:26 EDT

Google Play Games on PC has been updated to let you map your keyboard presses to touch inputs. Read more ›

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Only today: GE Cync color smart lights just $11.99 for a 2-pack!

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Edgar Cervantes @ Android Authority · 02/17/2025 12:24 EDT

Smart light bulbs don't have to be expensive. Here's a great deal, but you have to act quickly! Read more ›

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This iPhone SE is hiding inside an old Nokia Lumia, and it actually works

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 02/17/2025 11:12 EDT

The 'NokiApple LumiPhone 1020 SE' is a straight-up frankenphone project. Read more ›

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Gemini Live could soon start summarizing your conversations (APK teardown)

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Pranob Mehrotra @ Android Authority · 02/17/2025 10:57 EDT

A TL;DR would surely be more useful than getting the entire transcript. Read more ›

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Mint Mobile is finally ditching data caps on its unlimited plan

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Andrew Grush @ Android Authority · 02/17/2025 10:21 EDT

It seems Mint Mobile is about to ditch its data cap, though full details have yet to arrive. Read more ›

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Does T-Mobile still have any real advantages over the other 2 big networks?

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Andrew Grush @ Android Authority · 02/17/2025 10:00 EDT

While T-Mobile might have made some fairly controversial changes recently, there are still several ways it stands out. Read more ›

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This upcoming Gemini Live feature should have been available from the get-go (APK teardown)

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Pranob Mehrotra @ Android Authority · 02/17/2025 08:42 EDT

Gemini's conversational mode might soon support real-time captions. Read more ›

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This little setting is the first thing I change on every Android smartphone

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Andy Walker @ Android Authority · 02/17/2025 08:00 EDT

Smartphone screens are growing larger; this setting makes full use of them. Read more ›

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A mini OnePlus flagship could outpace the S25 Ultra with a mega battery

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 02/17/2025 06:20 EDT

Who says pocket-friendly phones should have poor battery life? Certainly not OnePlus, it seems. Read more ›

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This upcoming foldable Android phone will play nicely with your MacBook! (Updated)

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 02/17/2025 05:55 EDT

The world's thinnest foldable phone will let you remotely control your Mac. Read more ›

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Believe it or not! Someone just released a PS3 emulator for Android

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Nick Fernandez @ Android Authority · 02/17/2025 05:53 EDT

Who is that someone? That's anyone's guess. Read more ›

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Survey shows people would rather use this new Android assistant instead of Gemini

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 02/17/2025 05:20 EDT

A digital assistant made by a startup is giving tough competition to Google's Gemini. Read more ›

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Google tweaks Pixel’s Battery Health page ahead of rollout

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 02/17/2025 05:09 EDT

More battery information is always a good thing, especially as more brands offer long-term update policies. Read more ›

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