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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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T-Mobile will soon start using holograms to sell you Samsung Galaxy devices

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 01/12/2026 11:13 EDT

The holographic displays will appear in stores in New York, Seattle, and more. Read more ›

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As fans threaten a boycott, AYANEO reveals a ‘Service Improvement Plan’ to turn things around

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Nick Fernandez @ Android Authority · 01/12/2026 10:52 EDT

But will it be enough to win back the trust of the retro gaming community? Read more ›

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These XR glasses are the only way I want to watch movies from now on

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Ryan Haines @ Android Authority · 01/12/2026 09:51 EDT

I think James Cameron would approve, too. Read more ›

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Apple beat Samsung to be the top phone seller in the world, and here’s why

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Matt Horne @ Android Authority · 01/12/2026 09:19 EDT

It wasn't a bad year for Samsung, but there are various reasons that it was a better one for its biggest rival. Read more ›

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Galaxy Z Flip 8 camera specs might look a little too familiar

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 01/12/2026 08:26 EDT

Early reports suggest the next foldable will stick with the same hardware found on the Flip 7 and Flip 6. Read more ›

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Google removes AI Overviews results that gave ‘alarming’ medical advice

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Jay Bonggolto @ Android Authority · 01/12/2026 07:38 EDT

Google’s AI just proved it isn’t ready to be your doctor. Read more ›

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Microsoft sets a final date to kill off its beloved Lens PDF Scanner

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 01/12/2026 07:07 EDT

The app leaves the Play Store on February 9, but you shouldn't wait that long to transition to a new PDF scanner. Read more ›

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PSA: Here’s why you shouldn’t let strangers with smart glasses use your phone

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 01/12/2026 07:00 EDT

It looks like scammers are using smart glasses in a bid to capture IMEI details. Read more ›

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The 15 apps I added to my E-Ink Android tablet to get more out of it

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Kaitlyn Cimino @ Android Authority · 01/12/2026 06:00 EDT

From reading to writing to killing time with puzzles, these are my top finds. Read more ›

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Google Wallet may finally add Aadhaar card support alongside a new split-style FAB (APK teardown)

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 01/12/2026 05:52 EDT

We've spotted mentions of India’s primary ID and a revamped layout coming to Google Wallet. Read more ›

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Power users will not love this upcoming ChatGPT UI change

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Tushar Mehta @ Android Authority · 01/12/2026 05:37 EDT

And it looks close to final. Read more ›

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We asked if YouTube’s unskippable ads have gone too far, and readers didn’t hold back

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 01/12/2026 05:00 EDT

Our survey about unskippable ads on YouTube blew up with over 10,000 votes, and the comments say it all! Read more ›

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Fitbit’s AI coach has completely changed my workouts

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Stephen Headrick @ Android Authority · 01/12/2026 05:00 EDT

This coach is always there for you, sometimes before you even know you need it. Read more ›

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Google’s new checkout protocol lets you buy products without leaving your search results

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Jay Bonggolto @ Android Authority · 01/12/2026 04:47 EDT

Google’s new Universal Commerce Protocol lets AI find, compare, and buy items in one flow. Read more ›

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Looks like we finally know when you can buy the Galaxy S26

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 01/12/2026 04:23 EDT

Samsung's Galaxy S phones are launching later than usual, and a new leak has revealed when you can actually buy them. Read more ›

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Google Photos may finally add a long-awaited video playback feature

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 01/12/2026 03:31 EDT

Google is also working on a more immersive Photos view. Read more ›

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Galaxy S27 Ultra leak brings primary camera upgrade into focus

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Tushar Mehta @ Android Authority · 01/12/2026 03:07 EDT

Lower your hopes for the Galaxy S26 Ultra, though! Read more ›

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Leaker says OnePlus Open 2 is canceled, and there might be more bad news

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 01/12/2026 02:32 EDT

Don't care about foldables? Well, OnePlus might cancel another unique smartphone. Read more ›

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The Galaxy S26 series might finally make 24MP photos worth using

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 01/12/2026 01:11 EDT

A new leak suggests the Galaxy S26's rumored 24MP shooting mode could be in the Goldilocks zone for image quality. Read more ›

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Galaxy S25 series is doing something Samsung phones almost never do

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 01/12/2026 00:46 EDT

Something weird, and kind of impressive, is happening with the Galaxy S25 series. Read more ›

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