Google Search’s new plus button is a bigger AI shift than it looks
What you need to knowGoogle is testing a new plus (+) button in the Search bar that pushes users into AI-powered searches.Tapping the plus button lets you upload an image...
This Spotify feature is Android-only, and it’s a game-changer
Rita El Khoury / Android AuthorityIt’s a rare day when you find a popular app and realize it has Android-specific features that don’t, or even can’t, exist on iOS. Most...
Why I stopped relying on Google Maps in Android Auto — and the app I use now
I’ve come to realize that convenience often carries a healthy dose of mediocrity, and Google Maps might just be the undisputed king of it. Google Maps is what I’d call...
How to taste match your YouTube Music playlist with a friend
The only thing better than listening to a favorite playlist is listening to it with someone else. Or at least sharing it with others. Conversely, it's nice to get an...
2026 is already shaping up to be a bad year to buy a new smartphone
Ryan Haines / Android AuthorityTL;DR A new Counterpoint Research report predicts that smartphone prices will rise in 2026, with average selling prices increasing by as much as 6.9% as memory...
Google will no longer scan the dark web for your leaked data
Google's dark web report was a feature that was initially bundled with a Google One subscription. However, it was later made available to all Google accounts, giving users a heads-up...
How fast is the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold charging speed?
How fast is the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold charging speed?Best answer: The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold has a wired charging speed of 45W and a wireless charging speed of 15W....
Pixel Watch 4 finally gets a Google-approved charging alternative
TL;DR Google is now selling the Mous Pixel Watch Charger, the first Google-certified third-party charger for the Pixel Watch 4. It delivers 5.6W fast charging using official Google charging hardware...
Apple TV on Android finally gets a feature we’ve all been waiting
It's been a few years since Apple launched its own streaming service, and while the content library isn't as deep as some of its competitors, it does tend to have...
Apple TV’s Android app adds Google Cast support, right as Netflix removed it
What you need to knowApple TV on Android now supports Google Cast, letting users stream shows and movies to big-screen devices easily.The new Cast icon in the Apple TV app...