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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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Vote for our Reader’s Choice Award for the best phone of 2024! (Voting closed)

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C. Scott Brown @ Android Authority · 12/13/2024 13:00 EDT

Voting has now closed. Stay tuned for the announcement of the winner! Read more ›

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T-Mobile may soon accept phones in any condition for its $1000 trade-in offers (Update)

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Andrew Grush @ Android Authority · 12/13/2024 12:17 EDT

Not just any old phone will qualify, as there will be some restrictions on what devices are accepted in 'any condition'. Read more ›

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The Google Pixel 9 Pro is the Android Authority Editor’s Choice winner for best phone of 2024

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Oliver Cragg @ Android Authority · 12/13/2024 12:00 EDT

A big win for a certain smaller flagship. Read more ›

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Samsung could expand its Galaxy Ring options next month, literally

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 12/13/2024 11:39 EDT

Samsung could soon add two new sizes, 14 and 15, to the Galaxy Ring lineup. Read more ›

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I tried Samsung DeX’s most popular alternative, and I should have done it sooner

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Ryan Haines @ Android Authority · 12/13/2024 11:00 EDT

Sometimes change isn't so bad. Read more ›

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Here’s a first look at the UI of Android XR

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Mishaal Rahman @ Android Authority · 12/13/2024 10:50 EDT

We have screenshots that show off the Quick Settings, home screen, and other parts of Android XR. Read more ›

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Google Pixel 9a rumors: Release date, leaked features, rumored price, and more

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 12/13/2024 10:07 EDT

We already have live image and render leaks, but is Google even planning to launch the Pixel 9a? Here's what we know! Read more ›

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PSA: Turn on cloud backup for your Google Maps Timeline before it gets deleted

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 12/13/2024 10:06 EDT

Barely anyone knows about the cloud backup feature for the on-device Timeline as there's no onboarding screen. Read more ›

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I tested Gemini’s Deep Research feature and it works just as I expected

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Mitja Rutnik @ Android Authority · 12/13/2024 09:07 EDT

It's a hit and miss. Read more ›

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The Google Nest Audio at just $50 makes for a great Christmas gift

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Pranob Mehrotra @ Android Authority · 12/13/2024 08:20 EDT

Don't miss this chance to grab our favorite smart speaker at a 50% discount. Read more ›

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Apple TV and HomePod mini could get refreshed next year with a key upgrade

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 12/13/2024 07:39 EDT

The new devices could come with a custom-designed Wi-Fi and Bluetooth chip that brings Wi-Fi 6E support. Read more ›

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Mac users rejoice: BlueStacks Air brings Android games to Apple laptops

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Edgar Cervantes @ Android Authority · 12/13/2024 07:22 EDT

BlueStacks Air brings Android gaming to Mac users, with an optimized experience and taking full advantage of hardware. Read more ›

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Goodbye, emulators: The Majora’s Mask codebase has been 100% reverse engineered

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Nick Fernandez @ Android Authority · 12/13/2024 07:13 EDT

It's just a matter of time before native ports, optimizations, mods, and more come to Termina. Read more ›

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Here’s what it’s like to use Google’s Android XR smart glasses

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 12/13/2024 05:46 EDT

From the design and device pairing to inputs, here's how Google's Android XR glasses will work. Read more ›

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From Moo Deng to solar eclipses: Google recaps 2024’s viral moments with new doodle and video

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 12/13/2024 03:51 EDT

Google is giving us a nostalgic look back at the year's most popular searches, and I'm all here for Moo Deng. Read more ›

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Apple’s newest custom chip could be an own goal for the iPhone 17

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 12/13/2024 03:15 EDT

Apple's next custom chip could be a Bluetooth and Wi-Fi chip, and it's poised to debut next year. Read more ›

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Android XR smart glasses are coming, but you’re in for a wait (Updated: More details)

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 12/13/2024 03:10 EDT

Prefer smart glasses to a headset? The good news is that Android XR glasses are coming, and they might be made by Google. Read more ›

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Galaxy S25 series leak suggests Qi 2 is coming, but also not

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 12/13/2024 01:34 EDT

Samsung could offer magnetic cases instead of integrating magnets into the S25 series. Read more ›

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Here’s the first official Android XR live demo featuring Samsung ‘Project Moohan’ headset

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 12/13/2024 00:32 EDT

The new on-stage demo video shows multimodal interactions, immersive Google TV and Maps experiences, and more. Read more ›

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You might soon be saying goobye to ‘Hey Google’ and hello to ‘Hey Gemini’

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 12/12/2024 23:37 EDT

Google could introduce the new hotword starting with Android XR devices. Read more ›

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