TL;DR scrcpy v5.0 brings hardware decoding, which essentially shifts video decoding from the CPU to the GPU, reducing desktop CPU usage by up to 10x, saving power, and potentially lowering input latency. The v5.0 release Read more…
Credit: Thanh Nguyen / Android Authority Building a cost-effective, entry-level smart home is an experiment that should come with careful planning and an emphasis on simplicity. Overengineering can cause frustration, particularly when your devices suddenly Read more…
Google introduced Gems way back in mid-2024, before the agentic AI obsession. Gems were supposed to be AI helpers with a personality and a unique goal. You could have a Gem that helped you cook, Read more…
What is an “SE” product? Most people would say it stands for “special edition”. I am still not quite sure, but in tech, we’ve learned to associate this modifier with products that cost less yet Read more…
The Razer USB-C Dock 11-Port Travel Charging Station is built for people who need more ports without having to carry a bulky desktop hub around. It has a compact metal design made for travel, and Read more…
I wasn’t a fan of smartphone makers dropping the headphone jack back in the day, and I still lament the decision when my earbuds inevitably run out of battery. I won’t deny that Bluetooth audio Read more…
Credit: Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority Fall is typically one of the better times to buy tech ahead of the holidays. By then, most major releases are out, with the latest and greatest vying for Read more…
Credit: Hadlee Simons / Android Authority TL;DR A team of developers has released DroidDeck on Android. This app lets you run Steam and Steam games on Android, while offering a Steam OS-like interface. You can Read more…
Amazon just dropped the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL to $999, down from its $1,299 recommended retail price. That is a straight $300 saving, or 23% off RRP, and it is by far the best Read more…
TL;DR Meta’s v128 update brings turn-by-turn walking navigation to Ray-Ban Meta glasses, along with Spatial Audio and other improvements. The newer v129 release follows with Mono Audio and Audio Balance accessibility controls. v129 is still Read more…