One UI 8 just gave the Now Bar the functionality it was missing
Joe Maring / Android AuthorityTL;DR The Now Bar in One UI 8 beta shows calls and Do Not Disturb status. This expansion of the Now Bar’s functionality was anticipated after...
YouTube’s big-screen popularity spells trouble for traditional TV programming
Summary YouTube dominates TV streaming, surpassing traditional media. Creators are adapting to demand by creating longer videos, potentially replacing old formats. Concerns arise over YouTube's popularity, leading to a lack...
Samsung is rolling out its first One UI 8 beta for the Galaxy S25 series
What you need to knowThe One UI 8 beta is now available for Galaxy S25 models in select regions, offering a first look at the next generation of Samsung's software.Key...
The Anbernic RG Slide picks up where the PSP Go left off
TL;DR Anbernic teased the RG Slide, a new gaming handheld with a PSP Go-like sliding mechanism. Sony’s patent for sliding controls is set to expire next month. No specs have...
One UI 8 will arrive on Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7 first
Summary One UI 8 will debut on the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7 first this summer. Samsung's next-gen foldables could debut in early July. Samsung has worked closely...
People have waited years for a ‘Garmin sleep band.’ Will Garmin get it right?
A Garmin sleep band has been a common request on the Garmin forums and subreddit for years. Some hate wearing a bulky Garmin watch to bed, but don't want to...
I tested Google AI Mode vs. Google Search. There’s a clear winner
Joe Maring / Android AuthorityIf you’re a regular user of Google Search (which you almost certainly are), you’ve likely noticed Google’s consistent push for more AI features on the search...
Google Photos stacks just got a much-requested feature, but you can’t use it yet
Summary Manual control over photo stacks has launched on Google Photos for iOS. Until now, photo stacks couldn't be created or added to manually. Android users can expect this feature...
New leak may have revealed major spec of Samsung’s Android XR Headset
What you need to knowSamsung plans to launch its XR headset sometime later this year, and a new leak reveals hardware specs of the device.The headset could feature a Snapdragon...
Qualcomm shares study showing Androids beat iPhone 16e on 5G
Ryan Haines / Android AuthorityTL;DR A Qualcomm-commissioned report has found that Apple’s C1 modem lags behind Qualcomm’s last two flagship modems. The report found that two Android phones with Qualcomm...