Android
These 9 Thunderbird features made me ditch Gmail for good
At the beginning of this year, I decided to ditch Gmail for the first time in about 15 years. It was not my plan to let down Google’s email app, as I have always enjoyed Read more…
Android
I used Pixel’s new battery summaries for a week — and Google has work to do
I rolled my eyes when I heard Google was bringing AI battery summaries to Pixel phones. I’ve enjoyed some of the latest Gemini Intelligence improvements on my Pixel 11 Pro XL, but some implementations seem Read more…
Android
What’s the best Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 series chip? I tested them all to find out
Credit: Tushar Mehta / Android Authority The Snapdragon 8 series is Qualcomm’s top-tier of smartphone processors. These chips offer a ton of performance, blazing-fast connectivity, cutting-edge camera features, and loads of AI features. This family Read more…
Android
I hate when Android brands copy Apple — but the iPhone Duo is the exception
The iPhone Duo is no longer a dream. Apple officially unveiled its first foldable iPhone at its September launch event, and while we’ll have to wait until later this month to actually get our hands Read more…
Android
My Samsung phone was full of screenshots. This quick trick fixed it
I use the RegiStar Good Lock module to turn my Samsung phone’s backside into a virtual button. I’ve set up the double- and triple-tap gestures on my Galaxy S26 Ultra to take screenshots and toggle Read more…
Android
Lenovo Smart Clocks are finally getting their weather back
TL;DR Across August and September, Lenovo Smart Clock Essential owners reported losing the weather display on their devices. Within the past 24 hours, weather suddenly seems to be retuning. Change can be hard for smart Read more…
Android
Deal: Samsung Galaxy S26 FE gets its first price cut
The first price drop since launch has arrived for the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE, and it knocks $40 off the phone right away. Amazon has it for $659.99, down from its $699.99 retail price, a Read more…
Android
Android Auto’s signal bars are finally returning to dashboards
Credit: Andy Walker / Android Authority TL;DR Earlier this year, Android Auto’s cellular signal bars disappeared. Google is now rolling out a fix for the issue. The fix is not yet widely available. If you Read more…
Android
YouTube is cleaning up one of the worst parts of Shorts
TL;DR YouTube is updating Shorts recommendations to prioritize original content and reduce the reach of low-effort reuploads from other creators. Reused clips can still surface if creators add meaningful commentary, editing, storytelling, or another original Read more…
Android
Google rounds the week out with Android 17 QPR 3 Beta 1
TL;DR Android 17 QPR3 Beta 1 is now available for Pixel testers. Builds cover the Pixel 6a up through the Pixel 11 family. Google is fixing quite a few bugs with this first preview release. Read more…