The 5 coolest things we found at IFA 2026
Add Android Authority on Google: IFA is full of weird and wonderful tech, and every year the trick is separating the genuinely interesting stuff from the wall of white goods...
Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Z Flip 3 reach the end of the line
Despite how good the current generation of foldable phones are, people will always have something to complain about. But if you look back just a few years, you can really...
These popular Samsung phones just received their final software update
What you need to knowSamsung has officially ended software support for the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Z Flip 3 after five years.Both foldables received four years of OS...
Meta tackles agentic AI with the launch of Muse
Edgar Cervantes / Android AuthorityAdd Android Authority on Google: TL;DR Meta’s latest AI system is Muse, an agentic model powered by Muse Spark designed to complete tasks on your behalf....
Google Pixel’s Now Playing is bringing back this beloved feature
Now Playing is a staple of the Google Pixel experience. This song identification experience is built into your Pixel phone and got a major overhaul this year, including becoming a...
Samsung Galaxy Z8 foldable sales up 30% over Fold 7, but the Flip 8 captivates new users
What you need to knowSamsung highlights achievements by its Galaxy Z8 series in 2026, stating the Fold 8 and Fold 8 Ultra sales are topping the Fold 7 by 30%...
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 sales are off to a strong start
Sanuj Bhatia / Android AuthorityAdd Android Authority on Google: TL;DR Combined US purchases of the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Fold 8 Ultra are tracking 30% ahead of the Galaxy...
Google Wallet now reads your transit card with a tap
Google Wallet has upped its functionality when it comes to making your commute easier. While being able to add transit cards to Google Wallet has long been a staple feature,...
Samsung explains Galaxy Z Fold 8 screen bend is intentional to avoid damage
What you need to knowReports have appeared online, as users state the corner's of their Fold 8's display bends or "indents" when pressed.This most commonly occurs with the top right...
Streaming services are showing you 18% more ads
Megan Ellis / Android AuthorityAdd Android Authority on Google: TL;DR Major US streaming services increased their average ad loads by 18% between January and August 2026. Netflix recorded a 74%...