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YouTube is testing a new way to help you watch videos faster, but you’ll have to pay up

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 04/08/2026 04:39 EDT

The new "Auto Speed" feature dynamically adjusts playback speed, while "On the go" gives you easier controls on the move. Read more ›

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OnePlus’ first gaming handheld allegedly leaks in sketchy renders

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Tushar Mehta @ Android Authority · 04/08/2026 04:34 EDT

There's no way to verify its authenticity just yet. Read more ›

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That’s not cool: These top gaming phones with liquid cooling just got caught for benchmark cheating

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Hadlee Simons @ Android Authority · 04/08/2026 03:11 EDT

Why cheat on benchmarks when your phone has liquid cooling and a fan anyway? Read more ›

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YouTube’s ad problem just got worse: Users now seeing 90-second unskippable ads!

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 04/08/2026 01:51 EDT

These longer ads have been reported on YouTube's TV app, not on mobile devices. Read more ›

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Samsung gets a D, Apple scores a D-: Repair report says your phones aren’t built to last

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 04/07/2026 23:52 EDT

A new report based on the EU's new EPREL system slammed both Samsung and Apple with D grades for smartphone repairability. Read more ›

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Google finally adds a long-requested gaming feature to Android 17

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 04/07/2026 22:13 EDT

You can now try system-level controller remapping in Android 17 Beta. Read more ›

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Deal: This MNN Portable Monitor is looking promising at just under $50

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Edgar Cervantes @ Android Authority · 04/07/2026 20:37 EDT

This is the cheapest this portable monitor has ever been! Read more ›

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This wearable wants to read your mind to decide when to wake you

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Kaitlyn Cimino @ Android Authority · 04/07/2026 19:15 EDT

Muse aims to fix your mornings with EEG-powered wakeups. Read more ›

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Save $250 on the premium Nebula Mars 3 Portable Projector

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Edgar Cervantes @ Android Authority · 04/07/2026 18:20 EDT

This is a projector that doubles as a night light and a power bank! Read more ›

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Amazon rolls out a Kindle update to fix the last one

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Kaitlyn Cimino @ Android Authority · 04/07/2026 17:55 EDT

Version 5.19.3.0.1 is now rolling out to supported Kindles. Read more ›

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Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 leak suggests plans for a pair of models

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 04/07/2026 17:35 EDT

Samsung could launch Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 in both 5G and 4G flavors. Read more ›

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Gemini deep dive reveals some major changes for the overlay and Live experience

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 04/07/2026 16:23 EDT

Google is cooking up a big redesign for the Gemini overlay and Live. Read more ›

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Google releases April update for Pixel phones, and you can grab it now

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Taylor Kerns @ Android Authority · 04/07/2026 15:58 EDT

Or wait for the OTA rollout this week. Read more ›

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Anker 555 USB-C Hub drops to record-low price for the first time in 2026

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Edgar Cervantes @ Android Authority · 04/07/2026 15:33 EDT

You don't have to settle with a few ports. Use this for total connectivity freedom. Read more ›

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Google clears up that ‘new’ Wear OS 6.1 update confusion

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 04/07/2026 15:16 EDT

Here's why Google was listing Wear OS 6.1 as 'new' last week. Read more ›

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You can now claim a share of Google’s $135M data settlement

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Jay Bonggolto @ Android Authority · 04/07/2026 14:51 EDT

The portal for the $135 million Taylor v. Google settlement is now open. Read more ›

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Deal: Linkind Matter Smart Light Bulbs hit record-low price!

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Edgar Cervantes @ Android Authority · 04/07/2026 14:37 EDT

I personally use and love these! Read more ›

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You may soon be able to grab your next T-Mobile phone with just a QR code

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 04/07/2026 14:07 EDT

The T-life app could streamline this pain point for your next store visit. Read more ›

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Sony is expanding the color options for its best headphones

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 04/07/2026 13:48 EDT

The Sony WH-1000XM6 could get a fresh coat of paint in May. Read more ›

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Save $100 or more on a Galaxy S26 phone today with these early Samsung discounts

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Taylor Kerns @ Android Authority · 04/07/2026 13:41 EDT

Making up for those price hikes, kind of. Read more ›

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