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Pixel Desktop vs Samsung DeX: Which phone-powered PC experience is better?

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Robert Triggs @ Android Authority · 03/14/2026 08:00 EDT

Pixel Desktop Mode is the future of Android, but Samsung Dex has a huge head start. Read more ›

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Worst to best: All the major Android skins, ranked

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 01/16/2026 08:45 EDT

Does your favorite Android skin crack the top three? Read more ›

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First vivo and OPPO, now another Android brand will offer an external camera lens

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 01/16/2026 07:00 EDT

A third Android manufacturer is joining the external camera lens party. Read more ›

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Don’t wait for the Galaxy S26: The S25 is the smart buy of early 2026

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Rita El Khoury @ Android Authority · 01/16/2026 07:00 EDT

Why wait for an expensive new phone when you can buy the same phone today for less? Read more ›

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Which smartphone trend should die in 2026? Survey reveals an interesting answer.

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 01/16/2026 05:30 EDT

There's one significant trend you don't want to see in 2026. Read more ›

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MediaTek reveals ‘new’ Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 rival, but it shouldn’t have bothered

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Tushar Mehta @ Android Authority · 01/16/2026 05:21 EDT

The "new" chip is practically the same as Dimensity 9400+. Read more ›

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Nothing’s $50 million wild concept phone has three screens and a Kevlar body

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Jay Bonggolto @ Android Authority · 01/16/2026 04:37 EDT

This is the trifold phone we wish Nothing would actually make. Read more ›

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This new mid-range phone put some flagships to shame in JerryRigEverything durability test

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 01/16/2026 04:06 EDT

Who says you need to buy an expensive phone if you want the best durability? Read more ›

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This invaluable Apple Watch feature may soon be available for Pixel Watch too

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Tushar Mehta @ Android Authority · 01/16/2026 03:28 EDT

The Galaxy Watch already has it too! Read more ›

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Google is this close to letting you change your Gmail email address

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 01/16/2026 01:41 EDT

Got a cringeworthy Gmail email address? There's some good news for you. Read more ›

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Google’s Nano Banana is actually named after a person!

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 01/16/2026 01:06 EDT

A 2:30 AM decision by a Google product manager resulted in Nano Banana's viral name, and we love it! Read more ›

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What’s going on with the missing Trump phone? Lawmakers demand answers

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Matt Horne @ Android Authority · 01/15/2026 16:58 EDT

The request from Democratic lawmakers to the FTC follows months of delays, changing claims, and unanswered questions. Read more ›

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This smart ring feature wants to help uncover your migraine triggers

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 01/15/2026 16:08 EDT

Ultrahuman smart rings are getting a smarter way to help you fight migraines. Read more ›

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Projector deal: XGIMI Elfin Flip Plus hits new record-low price!

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Edgar Cervantes @ Android Authority · 01/15/2026 15:45 EDT

Turn average movie nights into magical moments, all while saving cash! Read more ›

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AR glasses maker XREAL sues rival Viture over patent infringement

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Taylor Kerns @ Android Authority · 01/15/2026 15:16 EDT

The US suit follows similar action in Germany last year. Read more ›

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Save $50 on the Amazon Kindle Colorsoft, the only Kindle on sale right now

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Edgar Cervantes @ Android Authority · 01/15/2026 15:03 EDT

Catch this deal while it's still around! Read more ›

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Cool or creepy? You told us what you think about Razer’s new AI anime companion

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Matt Horne @ Android Authority · 01/15/2026 14:20 EDT

The future arrived, and it’s making eye contact. Read more ›

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Secure Android and iPhone RCS messaging just got a big step closer

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 01/15/2026 14:06 EDT

Latest iOS beta takes an important step toward Android and iPhone end-to-end encrypted RCS messages. Read more ›

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Take $150 off this Google Nest Wi-Fi Pro router 3-pack!

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Edgar Cervantes @ Android Authority · 01/15/2026 13:36 EDT

People with larger homes will need something like this, and mesh router systems are usually much pricier! Read more ›

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Latest Pixel 10a rumor gets specific about release timeline

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 01/15/2026 13:29 EDT

Leakers clash over when to expect the Pixel 10a to hit retail; when will pre-orders arrive? Read more ›

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A long-absent Gmail feature may finally be coming to Android

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Matt Horne @ Android Authority · 01/15/2026 12:30 EDT

Better late than never. Read more ›

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