VLC on Android is ugly, but it’s still the only video player I trust
VLC for Android is not a beautiful application. It does not follow the fluid design trends of Google’s Material You. It does not have the glass morphism or the bouncy...
3 apps I’m actually using to keep my New Year’s resolutions
Stephen Headrick / Android AuthorityHappy New Year from the team here at Android Authority! I was thinking about the new year throughout December, jotting down ideas and goals as I...
This YouTube Music quirk never bothered me — until I watched my partner use Spotify
I always prefer YouTube Music over Spotify when it comes to value for money because the former comes bundled with a standard YouTube Premium subscription. I recently returned to Spotify...
What does the RAM shortage mean for smartphones in 2026?
Robert Triggs / Android AuthorityIf you’ve considered building or upgrading a PC lately, you’ve likely noticed the shockingly high price of memory. RAM kits that sold for reasonable sums just...
I won’t buy an Android phone in 2026 without this feature
After years of using Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel phones as my daily driver, I switched to Chinese Ultra phones a couple of years ago. These phones pack better camera...
Galaxy A17 5G and Tab A11 Plus show how far Samsung’s budget lineup has come
What you need to knowThe new Galaxy A17 5G is the direct successor to 2025's top-selling Android phone, but unlike its predecessor, the A17 5G comes in only one configuration.Long-term...
The best mobile games of 2025 that you should play in 2026
Nick Fernandez / Android Authority2025 was a crazy year for mobile games, with new releases offering console-quality experiences for the first time. With the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset offering incredible...
Why I’m keeping my Galaxy Watch 6 even though the Watch 8 is better
The tech world loves to convince us that if your screen isn’t the brightest or your chip isn’t the fastest, you’re using a junk gadget. We’re conditioned to think newer...
This mini E Ink photo frame belongs on your fridge
TL;DR The PicPak is a compact photo frame utilizing a color E Ink display. The company claims it can store more than 500 photos and offer up to 400 days...
It’s time to stock up on charging cables
You can never have enough cables, especially if you're someone that owns a bunch of different devices and uses them in a variety of locations. While most people will have...