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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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Jealous of Pixel 10’s AirDrop trick? Pixel 9 is getting it too in latest Android Canary build

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 01/08/2026 00:39 EDT

The Pixel 9 series is next in line to support AirDrop-style sharing between Android and iPhone. Read more ›

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Google is quietly making the Pixel Launcher faster with a new shortcut

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 01/07/2026 23:15 EDT

You can now open apps more quickly with a shortcut instead of tapping the app icon. Read more ›

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Samsung is borrowing a neat Pixel lock screen trick for One UI 8.5

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 01/07/2026 22:34 EDT

Galaxy users can now add AI-generated weather effects to their lock screen wallpaper. Read more ›

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CES 2026: Narwal’s latest flagship vacuum robot headlines its next-generation smart cleaning product lineup

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Ankit Banerjee @ Android Authority · 01/07/2026 17:31 EDT

At CES 2026, Narwal showcases it's latest flagship robot vacuum, new cordless handheld vacuums, and a mattress vacuum. Read more ›

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ChatGPT Health will help you get prepared for that doctor’s appointment

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 01/07/2026 16:58 EDT

ChatGPT's new health feature will help you analyze your wellness data. Read more ›

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Survey shows most of you don’t like Remix in Google Messages

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Taylor Kerns @ Android Authority · 01/07/2026 16:48 EDT

About half of survey respondents wish they could disable the feature altogether. Read more ›

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Facer introduces Face Chime and other new features, expansion to RTOS watches

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Taylor Kerns @ Android Authority · 01/07/2026 15:03 EDT

Face Chime, new integrations, and new platforms — a big year for Facer. Read more ›

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CES 2026 just saw a game-changing 3D printer with multi-material and color abilities

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 01/07/2026 14:46 EDT

This 3D printer can handle multiple colors and materials, is whisper quiet, and is wildly efficient. Read more ›

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Mammotion’s new lineup wants to save you from having to rescue your outdoor robots

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Jay Bonggolto @ Android Authority · 01/07/2026 14:15 EDT

Mammotion brings real autonomy to your yard with Luba 3 and Spino S1 Pro. Read more ›

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US judge hits Samsung with restraining order over ‘spying on’ smart TV users

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Taylor Kerns @ Android Authority · 01/07/2026 12:47 EDT

Samsung's been ordered to stop collecting ACR data in Texas. Read more ›

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Tired of losing earbuds? OnePlus could introduce a new feature to help

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 01/07/2026 12:28 EDT

OnePlus may have come up with a cure for your fear of losing an earbud. Read more ›

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T-Mobile just announced its first fee increase of the year: Here’s what is changing

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Andrew Grush @ Android Authority · 01/07/2026 12:03 EDT

It might not be a massive increase, but it's the second of its kind in less than a full year's time. Read more ›

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Google Messages’ new one-handed-friendly menu begins rollout

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Matt Horne @ Android Authority · 01/07/2026 11:29 EDT

It’s a small change, but it should makes everyday actions less awkward on big phones. Read more ›

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T-Mobile’s new Better Value Plan promises value its rivals can’t beat, but will it deliver?

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Andrew Grush @ Android Authority · 01/07/2026 10:47 EDT

While it's still far from cheap, this truly is a better value than Essentials and even Experience More. Read more ›

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Spotify adds real-time listening activity to Messages, with group chats coming soon

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 01/07/2026 09:41 EDT

There's also a new Request to Jam feature, making it easier to start shared listening sessions with friends. Read more ›

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Beatbot’s AquaSense X shows how far robotic pool care has come at CES 2026

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Matt Horne @ Android Authority · 01/07/2026 09:00 EDT

The latest robotic pool-cleaning robots from Beatbot take automation to the next level. Read more ›

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You can finally grab Oura’s long-teased charging case

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Kaitlyn Cimino @ Android Authority · 01/07/2026 09:00 EDT

The Oura Ring experience just got more convenient. Read more ›

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Google could soon bring the new Fitbit app experience to free users

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 01/07/2026 08:47 EDT

The Public Preview program could expand to non-subscribers, though the AI coach could remain a Premium exclusive. Read more ›

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Apple might copy this key Galaxy S23 Ultra feature… in 2028

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 01/07/2026 08:26 EDT

You might have to wait a couple of years to see this nifty Android camera hardware on iPhones. Read more ›

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Philips will take the hard work out of complex Hue Lights scenes with new update

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Tushar Mehta @ Android Authority · 01/07/2026 07:31 EDT

By being spatially aware of the exact positioning of each compatible smart light. Read more ›

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