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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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This could be one of 2025’s best camera phones, and it’s just launched globally

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 12/12/2024 20:00 EDT

The X200 Pro could be an early contender for the best camera phone of 2025. Read more ›

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T-Mobile will soon accept phones in any condition for its $1000 trade-in offers, with a few catches

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Andrew Grush @ Android Authority · 12/12/2024 18:22 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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Poll: How much do you care about smartphone colors?

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 12/12/2024 18:18 EDT

What does your phone's color say about you? Read more ›

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I love my Ember Mug 2, and you can get one at a $50 discount!

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Edgar Cervantes @ Android Authority · 12/12/2024 17:50 EDT

Keep your coffee hot and your wallet thicker with this Ember Mug 2 deal. You can save $50 on this awesome smart mug! Read more ›

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Ho ho ho! ChatGPT now has a Santa mode

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 12/12/2024 17:27 EDT

ChatGPT's festive upgrade will let you talk to Santa Claus. Read more ›

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The Onn 4K Pro Google TV is just $39, and in some ways it’s better than Google’s streamers

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Edgar Cervantes @ Android Authority · 12/12/2024 16:59 EDT

Are you looking for a good smart TV box? The Onn 4K Pro is a nice affordable option, and has features Google devices lack. Read more ›

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Google has started updating Maps with the help of dash cam footage

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 12/12/2024 16:48 EDT

Data crowdsourcing is expanding to dash cam videos. Read more ›

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WhatsApp is making being part of a group call less annoying

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 12/12/2024 16:17 EDT

WhatsApp just made group chats less disruptive and video calls clearer. Read more ›

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Deal: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 just $799.99, saving you $300!

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Edgar Cervantes @ Android Authority · 12/12/2024 16:03 EDT

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 is $300 off right now, and it's arguably the best flip phone around. Read more ›

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You can now ask Gemini to summarize entire Google Drive folders

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Rushil Agrawal @ Android Authority · 12/12/2024 15:28 EDT

Time to say goodbye to clicking through folders. Read more ›

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Poker cheats are using modified smartphone cameras as the ace up their sleeve

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 12/12/2024 14:40 EDT

Casinos are on the lookout for this new breed of cheats. Read more ›

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Here’s why YouTube videos in articles aren’t working the way you expect

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 12/12/2024 14:23 EDT

YouTube has changed the way embedded players work for the worse. Read more ›

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The big three US carriers have RCS on iPhone, but what about prepaid? Here are your options so far

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Andrew Grush @ Android Authority · 12/12/2024 13:54 EDT

Here's a list detailing your options from Cricket to Boost, and more. Read more ›

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Lost luggage? Your AirTag could help United locate it

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Matt Horne @ Android Authority · 12/12/2024 12:44 EDT

The airline is acknowledging that you might know where your bags are better than its customer service team does. Read more ›

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Skip the bulky headset; just give me those Android XR glasses now!

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Rita El Khoury @ Android Authority · 12/12/2024 12:00 EDT

The R in XR stands for Reality, and I want to stay in it. Read more ›

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Here’s how you can try out Gemini-enhanced Google Assistant on Nest devices

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 12/12/2024 11:57 EDT

Assistant with help from Gemini is in Public Preview. Read more ›

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Verizon’s found a way to make your Facetime calls more reliable

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Matt Horne @ Android Authority · 12/12/2024 11:06 EDT

Enhanced Video Calling will be a very welcome feature to those select groups who can use it. Read more ›

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Poll: Which Android XR form factor are you most excited about?

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 12/12/2024 11:00 EDT

Team headset or team glasses? Which Android XR form factor are you most keen to try? Read more ›

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Android XR is a brand new operating system specifically for VR/AR devices

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C. Scott Brown @ Android Authority · 12/12/2024 11:00 EDT

Google hopes Android XR will do for AR/VR devices what Android itself did for smartphones. Read more ›

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Android XR smart glasses are coming, but you’re in for a wait

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 12/12/2024 11:00 EDT

Prefer smart glasses to a headset? The good news is that Android XR glasses are coming. Read more ›

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