My phone is officially a sleep coach, and I’m finally getting 8 hours
Since December, I've had a new high level of insomnia. It normally takes me a few hours to fall asleep, but now it takes me twice as long. I'm a...
Google Pixel 10a vs. Samsung Galaxy S25 FE: Might not be worth the wait
Next value king?The Google Pixel 10a shouldn't be too different than the 9a, but we might get improvements to the display, charging tech, and SoC. If Google can keep the...
YouTube Music now lets you make playlists by describing a vibe
Edgar Cervantes / Android AuthorityTL;DR YouTube Music is rolling out AI Playlist, letting Premium subscribers generate playlists using text or voice prompts on Android and iOS. The feature sounds remarkably...
I thought I’d hit my Pixel 10 Pro’s limits, until I realized I was the problem
The Google Pixel 10 Pro is a flagship phone, but don't let that kid you into believing it's just as powerful as its flagship-tier competition. The Pixel's hardware simply isn't...
YouTube TV’s new Sports Plan was literally made for me, and I’m canceling my other subscriptions
For years, YouTube TV offered a cable-like subscription service with a high price and tons of supported channels. There is no "cord," but the currently $82.99/month subscription with over 100...
Samsung’s new Direct Voicemail feature is here, and I tried it out
Paul Jones / Android AuthoritySamsung has released a new One UI 8.5 beta, and the new build finally introduces a feature that was leaked several months ago. Direct Voicemail aims...
Gemini in Gmail is saving my time by perfecting the art of ghosting
Tech corporations promise that their new tools will make things easier. AIs are the latest addition to nearly every product they ship, and Gemini's integration into Gmail is just one...
YouTube Music hits users with an uno reverse, takes away lyrics from free tier
What you need to knowYouTube Music users had a rude awakening over the weekend, as they report the service's lyrics have moved behind a red, Premium paywall.Now, free-tier users are...
Can a Chromebook replace a gaming PC in 2026? Here’s my verdict
Edgar Cervantes / Android AuthorityI’ve been a hardcore PC gamer for about as long as I can remember. Yet in 2026, my only computing device is a Chromebook. Of course,...
Samsung considers reviving this shelved Galaxy S9 camera feature
Samsung was among the first major Android manufacturers to adopt a variable aperture system on a flagship smartphone, debuting it on the Galaxy S9 in 2018. Given its limited real-world...