5 reasons I’m still not using Google Home’s powerful new automations
Rita El Khoury / Android AuthorityFor the last week, I’ve been testing out Google Home’s powerful new automation editor and trying to see if it could perform the kind of...
How my indifference turned into love
Sometimes I’ll use a phone where I don’t expect much from it, but then discover a wonderfully balanced and highly capable device once I get started and live with it....
The best Prime Day Samsung Galaxy deals – early savings on AI flagships and foldables
The next Amazon Prime Day may not kick off until October 7th, but there are already plenty of Samsung Galaxy deals worth exploring today. From trade-in discounts on the innovative...
Google Messages is making headway on support for @mentions
Edgar Cervantes / Android AuthorityTL;DR Google Messages has been working on a system to let you @mention other users in chats. Users who are mentioned in such a manner should...
I thought only Pixel Launcher got it right — then I tried this launcher
While not perfect, the Pixel Launcher is my preferred choice among all the stock launchers from Android OEMs. It packs all the important features I need, including a system-wide search...
Google and Qualcomm finally realize what AI is for
Qualcomm just launched its new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, promising to elevate AI capabilities on smartphones. With a focus on ambient AI and personalization, Qualcomm aims to enable more...
Android’s answer to Apple’s Handoff is coming. Here’s how it’ll work
Mishaal Rahman / Android AuthorityOne area where iOS beats Android is its deep integration with MacBooks, which is to be expected since Apple controls both ecosystems. While tools exist to...
I used the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and iPhone 17 Pro Max, and I can’t believe which one I prefer
I was excited to get my hands on the iPhone 17 Pro Max. Whether you love the new design or hate it, there’s no denying Apple tried something different. I...
Smartphone addiction is real, and it can be terrible
I'm going to forego the usual light-hearted weekend banter today, because I want to talk about something I just met head-on, didn't know much about, as learned how terrifying it...
6 things Spotify gets right that YouTube Music doesn’t
Andy Walker / Android AuthorityYouTube Music always feels like that niche music streaming service that only the nerd in your friend group is using. I am that nerd in my...