Survey shows the main reason people choose a Pixel phone over other Android phones

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Credit: Ryan Haines / Android Authority There are quite a few reasons to buy a Google Pixel phone over other brands. These include the camera experience, the update policy and speed of updates, the Pixel-exclusive features, and more. Colleague Rita El-Khoury recently outlined her biggest reason to stick with Pixel phones, as...

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Writing a paper? Google’s NotebookLM research assistant can now do the source gathering for you

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); NotebookLM is a powerful research tool that excels at summarizing dense source material. So far, users have had to upload their own collection of source documents for NotebookLM to refer to. Google is now letting NotebookLM track down sources itself with a new Discover button. Google has introduced a lot of new AI-powered tools over the course of the past year or so, but NotebookLM has easily got to be one of our favorites. Its podcast-like Audio Overviews quickly emerged...

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Nintendo Switch 2 full hardware specs: Battery life, connectivity, and more

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Credit: Nintendo Nintendo has revealed the full specs for the Switch 2. The console has support for HDR10 and a variable refresh rate of up to 120Hz. It contains a 5,220mAh battery that offers approximately 6.5 hours of battery life. The long-awaited Direct showcase for the Nintendo Switch 2 has finally arrived. We now...

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No, you’re not going crazy: One of the best Pixel Weather app features is now missing (Update)

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Google has removed the handy Weather Map from the Pixel Weather app. The change has been noticed across all Pixel devices. It’s unclear if this removal is intentional or a mistake, as other weather features remain unchanged. Update: April 2, 2025 (2:14 PM ET): After removing the Weather Map from the Pixel Weather app, Google has brought the feature back. The re-emergence of the Weather Map is a server-side fix. Original article: March 31, 2025 (12:30 PM ET): Google has...

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Deal: Save up to 30% on Turbotax this tax season!

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Credit: Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority It’s tax season here in the US, and the due date is actually coming fast. Tax day is April 15th, so you have to act quickly if you want to get your taxes turned in on time. Intuit’s Turbotax is known for being simple, fast, and affordable. Well, right now, getting Turbotax Premier,...

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Buy a budget Samsung Galaxy A36 or A26 and save 50% on Buds FE or Fit3

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Credit: Paul Jones / Android Authority If you’re looking for a decent budget phone, the latest noteworthy ones come from Samsung. These are the Samsung Galaxy A36 and Galaxy A26. It’s too soon to see them on sale, not to mention they are already affordable. That said, Sammy is offering some bundle deals when you get either of...

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Now Brief may not stay a Galaxy S25 exclusive for much longer

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Credit: Ryan Haines / Android Authority Now Brief is included in the latest One UI 7 beta for the Galaxy S24. However, there is no way to see or access the feature without using a trick to show hidden functions. The code for the feature also exists on the Galaxy S23 series, Galaxy Z Fold 6, Galaxy Z Flip 6, and Galaxy S10...

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Target selling the Google Pixel 9 Pro for just $699, a new record-low price!

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Credit: Joe Maring / Android Authority The Google Pixel 9 Pro offers a nice balance between performance, size, and price. Right now, you can get it cheaper than ever from Target, which is offering this model for only $699. By the way, that is a record-low price, so it’s the cheapest we’ve seen this phone go for. Get the Google...

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Google Maps is upgrading trip planning with a handy ETA

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Google Maps is updating its trip details screen when setting up navigation. The new look fits in more information, even as some details get smaller. One new addition shows your estimated time of arrival, if you’re to leave immediately. Google Maps packs an incredible amount of information onto our phones’ screens — and that’s true even when we’re not looking at the map itself. From layer options to trip settings, Google does a really solid job at making Maps info-dense while...

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Alexa Plus makes an Apple Intelligence-esque debut with numerous missing features

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Credit: Stephen Schenck / Android Authority Alexa Plus has launched in early access for a small number of users. The AI-powered assistant is missing a few of its promised features. The delayed features reportedly don’t live up to Amazon’s standards for a public release. In February, Amazon held a live event to announce...

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YouTube’s infernal autoplay bug may actually be a feature in testing

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Credit: Robert Triggs / Android Authority Users are reporting that videos start automatically playing as soon as they open the YouTube app. The videos autoplay even if you have autoplay disabled in the settings. A YouTube support representative reportedly says this is an experimental feature. When you open the YouTube app,...

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Google’s Motion Cues feature keeps getting better ahead of its release (Update)

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Credit: Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority Google has been working on the Motion Cues feature to help users fight motion sickness (kinetosis). In the latest Google Play Services release, Google has added customization options for the shape and color of the motion dots visible on the screen. The company has since added an opacity...

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A Google Photos survey may have just leaked its upcoming homepage redesign

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Credit: Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority Google Photos seems to be prepping a homepage redesign for a more modern look. A survey floating around gives us a glimpse at the new look Google is testing. The redesign features several notable updates, including rounded corners for the grid, a floating bottom bar, and more. Google...

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No, you’re not going crazy: One of the best Pixel Weather app features is now missing

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Google has removed the handy Weather Map from the Pixel Weather app. The change has been noticed across all Pixel devices. It’s unclear if this removal is intentional or a mistake, as other weather features remain unchanged. Google has suddenly and quietly removed the Weather Map feature from the Pixel Weather app. Users on Reddit and the Google Community forum have noticed that the feature has disappeared following what appears to be a server-side change. That means the...

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How I used the Pixel Watch 3’s heart rate data to recover from my worst shape ever

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Back into fitness after a multi-month hiatus, I was looking for all the help I could get. I agonized over which wearable to commit to (read: procrastinated my first exercise session as long as possible) but finally landed on the Google Pixel Watch 3. With impressive heart rate tracking, that adapts to ramp-ups and wrist movement,...

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I used the world’s first triple-fold smartphone for a month — here’s how it went

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); I recently got my hands on possibly the most exciting Android phone available: the HUAWEI Mate XT Ultimate Design. It’s been my daily driver for several weeks now, something that not many users outside of China can claim. The Mate XT has gone wherever I go, including flights, trips, and everyday activities. So, considering that I’ve put the device through its paces, how has the world’s most expensive phone held up after a month of regular use? Before I get into my impressions...

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I tested game emulators on the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, but found a better option instead

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Credit: Robert Triggs / Android Authority While today’s flagship chipsets pack more power than you’ll need for browsing the web and checking socials, gaming and particularly emulating old titles continue to push these high-performing platforms to their thermal and sometimes even performance limits. At least, that’s what I found...

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Your Google Meet call is going to look very different soon

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Credit: Google A few changes are coming to Google Meet. The app is introducing Dynamic layouts, Dynamic tiles, and Face match. These features will roll out starting on March 31. Some big changes are coming to Google Meet soon. The update will introduce a few new features that aim to modernize the experience of video calls. Google...

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Time is running out for Fitbit users who haven’t switched to Google accounts

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Credit: Hadlee Simons / Android Authority Google has set a final deadline of February 2, 2026, for all Fitbit users to switch to Google Accounts. Users who don’t migrate by then will lose access to their Fitbit account and all historical health data. The transition is mandatory for continued access, though users can still...

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A free Spotify Premium trial just landed for owners of this Android brand

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Credit: Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority Xiaomi is offering up to four months of Spotify Premium for free to users of select devices. Eligible products include the new Xiaomi 15 series, 14T phones, and various wearables. You don’t need to buy a new device — existing owners can claim the trial too. If you own a recent...

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YouTube is letting you share a bit of ad-free Premium love

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); YouTube Premium subscribers pay for an ad-free viewing experience. Google is experimenting with a way for them to share ad-free videos with friends. Right now this is an extremely limited test, only available in select countries. It’s a fact of modern life that much of the content we enjoy is locked behind subscription services. And while that’s fine when we’re all choosing to prioritize the subscriptions we value most, it can also make sharing stuff a little tricky — who...

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All Samsung The Frame TV sizes on sale: Save up to $1,800!

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Credit: Samsung I don’t have a TV, but if I bought one, it would be a Samsung The Frame. These are super thin, mount to the wall, and are made to look like an actual frame, so they don’t mess with your sleek and minimalist decor. If you feel like me, right now is a great time to get one, as all sizes of it are on sale. You can...

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Epic’s latest free Android games are here to grab: Evoland 2 and Out There – Omega Edition

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Epic Games is promoting its Android app store by giving away free games every week. The offers got started last week with Super Meat Boy Forever and Eastern Exorcist. This week those two are swapped out for Evoland 2 and Out There – Omega Edition. Most of the time, when it comes to gaming on Android you get what you pay for. That is to say, while we have the choice between lots of both high-quality paid content and free-to-play alternatives, with the latter you’re almost...

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Abxylute’s new handheld may be the perfect device for your portable emulation needs

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Credit: Abxylute Abxylute is launching a new handheld called the One Pro. The new handheld can take on mobile games, emulation, cloud gaming, and remote play. The system will be available on Kickstarter on March 27, with shipments scheduled for mid to late May. From the Steam Deck to the ROG Ally, there are plenty of gaming...

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YouTube Music is making it easy to refine automatically generated playlists

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); YouTube Music has been working on an AI-powered Ask Music playlist generator since last year. Ask Music is now learning to zero in on your specific tastes by letting you refine its output. The app is also bringing new playlist tools like custom art uploads to mobile. For some of us, crafting a playlist is an intensely personal experience — meticulously curating the perfect list of songs for a given mood. And if that’s your jam, more power to you. But there are also plenty...

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Gemini rival Perplexity is copying one of Android’s best features

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Credit: Calvin Wankhede / Android Authority Perplexity is working on its own Circle to Search feature. The shared demo shows the user circling a query result and then asking for more information. Instead of Gemini, the feature will use Preplexity’s AI to generate results. Circle to Search is one of the best features to...

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Here’s our first look at the Galaxy S25 Edge’s three titanium colorways

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Credit: Paul Jones / Android Authority A new leak has revealed official-looking renders of the upcoming Galaxy S25 Edge. It will reportedly mirror the Galaxy S25 Ultra’s Titanium Jet Black, Titanium Silver, and Titanium Icy Blue finishes. Samsung is expected to launch the Galaxy S25 Edge in April, with pricing likely between...

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Samsung’s foldables are picking up some new S25 tricks with One UI 7 beta 3

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Samsung’s third One UI 7 beta is now arriving for the Flip 6 and Fold 6 in multiple markets. The update includes tools like Audio Erase, Best Face, and AI settings search. Samsung intends to begin distribution of its stable One UI 7 update starting April 7. Samsung users are counting down the days until the company’s Android 15-based One UI 7 release is ready to start heading out to existing Galaxy hardware en masse, and we’ve got less than two weeks left to go. Before April...

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Gemini 2.5: Meet Google’s most intelligent reasoning model to date

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Credit: Google Google has announced the debut of Gemini 2.5. An experimental version of Gemini 2.5 Pro is the company’s first 2.5 release. The new AI model is currently available for developers and Gemini Advanced users. It’s only been a few months since the debut of Gemini 2.0. But at the breakneck pace Google is moving...

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Pixel Watch users hit with wave of bugs after Wear OS 5.1 update

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Credit: Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority Pixel Watch owners are claiming that the latest update has caused notifications to be delayed. It’s believed that the update may have also negatively impacted watch face editing and Fitbit syncing. Google began releasing Wear OS 5.1 for the Pixel Watch 3 and the generations before...

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Gemini is starting to let you ask about places you view on Google Maps

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Google is adding an “Ask about place” contextual chip for Gemini. The chip has started appearing when Gemini is called up from Google Maps, but only for certain place types. Functionality is currently a bit shaky, with Gemini sometimes refusing to access Maps URLs With Gemini, Google has a large language model on its hands that’s capable of some very impressive feats, but those are only going to convince people of its value if they get to experience them. That makes discovery...

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Here’s the controversial origin story of Gemini, complete with lots of racism

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Credit: Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority A new article has charted the early development of Google’s Bard and Gemini chatbots. It turns out that early prototypes of Bard suggested ‘comically bad’ racial stereotypes in its answers. These racial stereotypes also extended to early prototypes of Gemini’s image generator. Google’s...

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Google TV app may be getting a blue makeover and fresh features (APK teardown)

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Credit: Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority The Google TV app seems to be preparing some design tweaks and new functions. The most noticeable update is a shift in the app’s color palette from gray to blue and darker blacks. Search in Google TV is also possibly getting a useful update and a new content tab may be in the works. Google...

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Samsung’s Android-powered smart glasses might launch sooner than you think

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Credit: Adamya Sharma / Android Authority Samsung is reportedly preparing to release its Android-powered smart glasses, codenamed “Haean,” The Haean smart glasses are expected to prioritize comfort by fitting various face shapes and include multiple cameras and sensors to track movement. The glasses could debut later this...

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If you’re buying one of these 2025 phones, make sure you buy the right charger

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Credit: Robert Triggs / Android Authority The multifunctional USB-C port might be handy for connecting everything with a single cable, but its opaque nature leaves much to be desired when it comes to knowing which charger will power up even the best smartphones as quickly as possible. This situation has been made all the more...

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Android 16 now lets all Pixel phones use fingerprint unlock even when the screen is off

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); All Pixel phones can now use the Screen-off Fingerprint Unlock feature in Android 16 Beta 3. The Screen-off Fingerprint Unlock feature lets you unlock your Pixel phone even when its screen is off. It was first introduced in Android 16 DP2 but only worked on the Pixel 9 series. Since the Pixel 6, every Pixel phone (excluding foldables) has featured an under-display fingerprint scanner. Unlike many other smartphones, however, Pixel phones currently require the screen to be...

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Nothing and Pixel prove that stock Android is a thing of the past

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); When you think of a phone running stock Android, what comes to mind? If I had to guess, you probably think of a Google Pixel first and maybe a Motorola phone second, but you’d be wrong on both accounts. It’s not entirely your fault, though — Google makes Android, and Google makes Pixels, so it makes perfect sense to link the two...

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Google Maps purges over 10,000 fake business profiles

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Google Maps Credit: Ryan Haines / Android Authority Over 10,000 fraudulent listings were uncovered and removed from Google Maps. These scams ranged from fake businesses to legitimate accounts that were hacked. Google says the people behind the scam were working within a wider network. Google Maps is great for finding your...

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Google quietly adds a low-commitment way to use Gemini

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Credit: Ryan Haines / Android Authority Google now allows users to access Gemini on the web without a Google account, making it easier for anyone to try the AI chatbot. While basic features are available to all, advanced models and personalized options still require signing in. This move mirrors OpenAI’s approach with ChatGPT...

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Samsung Internet browser is getting a helpful upgrade from Google (APK teardown)

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Credit: Ryan Haines / Android Authority Currently, Gemini can summarize articles in Google Chrome by attaching URLs, but other browsers like Samsung Internet only allow screenshot-based summaries. Gemini is set to support URL-based summarization within Samsung’s browser soon, bringing the same convenience to Galaxy users. We...

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Your Pixel phone quietly got a big boost in GPU performance in the latest Android update

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Multiple Pixel phone users are reporting significant boosts in Geekbench GPU scores after updating to the Android 16 beta. Android Authority can confirm that Pixel phones are performing better in this benchmark since launch, but that this is also the case on the most recent Android 15 stable release. The reason for this performance increase hasn’t been confirmed but likely has to do with recent GPU driver updates. While Google Pixel phones certainly aren’t the cream of the...

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Your digital picture frame won’t lose Google Photos sync after all, at least if it’s an Aura

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Google announced changes to the Photos API last year, going into effect at the end of the month. As a consequence of this shift, digital frames could lose the ability to sync up with your Photos albums. Frame manufacturer Aura now confirms that it’s working with Google to deliver a solution that will keep its frames functional. It’s a fact of life with modern, connected hardware: Any kind of device that relies on remotely communicating with distant systems runs the risk of...

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The best spring cleaning tech for 2025: 8 smart products for your home and yard

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Spring cleaning can go much deeper than just dusting and decluttering — it’s the perfect time to upgrade your cleaning routine with smart gadgets that make the job easier. Whether it’s a robot vacuum that tackles floors for you, a high-tech air purifier for fresher air, or an eco-friendly robot pool cleaner that brings the sparkle back to your pool, these innovative tools take the hassle out of the seasonal task. Here are our picks of the best spring cleaning gadgets to help you...

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Deal: Ring Battery Doorbell with Chime bundle cheaper than the doorbell alone

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); If you look for the Ring Battery Doorbell on Amazon right now, you’ll find it for $99.99, which is its retail price. However, there is a way to get it for less, and you’ll even get a freebie! If you get the bundle with the Ring Battery Doorbell and Ring Chime, you can take both home for $84.99. Get the Ring Battery Doorbell and...

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