Google Pixel International Giveaway!

Test your luck in this week's Sunday Giveaway and you could win a brand new Google Pixel! | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

The Essential Phone now works on Verizon’s network

Andy Rubin took to Twitter to announce that the Essential Phone’s Verizon certification has finally been completed. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

10 best reading apps for Android

Reading is awesome. It's relaxing, it's educational, and it's a change to get away from the real world. Here are the best reading apps for Android! | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

Verizon plans to terminate 8,500 rural accounts due to roaming data usage

Verizon is disconnecting 19,000 lines across 8,500 accounts in rural parts of 13 states. Are you in danger of losing your service too? | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

Lenovo’s Tab 4 series of Android tablets promise not to break the bank

After making their debut at MWC 2017 in Barcelona, Lenovo launched its Tab 4 series of Android tablets. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

Palm making phones again is great, but it won’t be the Palm we knew

TCL is reviving the Palm brand which is awesome. Or is it? Just because an old brand is coming back, doesn't mean it will be able to capture the love again. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

BlackBerry’s licensing agreement with Timex could lead to a BlackBerry smartwatch

BlackBerry announced it reached a patent licensing agreement with Timex, which could lead to a BlackBerry-branded smartwatch in the future. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

Jaybird announces Run and Freedom 2 wireless earbuds

Jaybird has announced a set of truly wireless earbuds, as well as a follow-up to their popular Freedom buds. Should these replace your current buds? | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

Essential vs Moto Mods – two very different takes the same modular idea

In the modular world, today it is Essential vs. Moto Mods. Which flavor of modularity is the better one? It's beauty versus the beast. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

Chrome is making big changes to autoplay videos

Do you have when a site automatically plays a video, blasting sound through your speakers unexpectedly? Chrome is going help starting next year. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

Google Earth VR adds Street View support for first-person tours

HTC Vive and Oculus Rift owners can now access Street View images from 85 countries with this new addition to Google Earth VR. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

Best Samsung Galaxy Note 8 cases

There are a number of cases for the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 available on the market. Check out the best ones right here. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

Can Huawei overtake Samsung and become the largest smartphone maker in the world?

Huawei's plan is to become the largest smartphone maker in the world by 2021. Here's what it needs to do in order to achieve its ambitious goal. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

Google could invest $1 billion in Lyft — report

Google is reportedly thinking of investing $1 billion in Lyft, one of Uber’s main competitors. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

Facebook might let you ‘snooze’ annoying friends soon

Facebook's Snooze feature allows you to unfollow friends, pages, as well as groups for 24 hours, one week, or 30 days. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

Check out the Nokia 2, a budget phone with a monster battery

Just leaked by Evan Blass, the Nokia 2 looks… well, like a generic cheap phone. But that battery... | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

Deal: Download premium Android icon packs for free for a limited time

If you’re into customization, you should definitely check out these premium icon packs – they’re free, but not for long! | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

Huawei’s Wayne Goodrich talks about the future of UX and design

Huawei wants to make your phone more responsive than it has even been before, and Wayne Goodrich thinks he has the answer to making that happen. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

Verizon doesn’t seem too concerned with AT&T’s and T-Mobile’s HBO and Netflix offerings

According to Verizon CEO Lowell McAdam, the company is more concerned about building a reliable network than offering free HBO and Netflix subscriptions. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

Andy Rubin talks Essential Phone camera, 3.5 mm jack accessory, and Android Oreo in AMA

Andy Rubin knows you have a lot of questions about the Essential Phone, which is why he held an AMA on Reddit today to help clear the air on some things. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

Google Assistant will be on board the Bose QuietComfort 35 II

Google Assistant is coming to Bluetooth headphones. The Bose QuietComfort 35 II will be one of the first pairs to have the Assistant built in. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

Facial recognition technology explained

More and more smartphones now come equipped with facial recognition security, so here's everything you need to know about how they work. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

Motorola releases list of devices that will get Android Oreo

If you were expecting an expansive list of Motorola devices to get the update, you will likely end up extremely disappointed. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

You can soon upload a video to Google Maps of that restaurant you went to

The feature, currently being tested by businesses and Local Guides, allows folks to upload and attach videos to locations on Google Maps. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

Google will delete your Android backups after 60 days of inactivity

If you don't use your Android device for 60 days, Google is going to delete your Android backup. Here's how to avoid this potentially disastrous situation. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

How is 5G actually going to work?

We're gradually approaching the arrival of faster 5G mobile networks, but there's a lot of tech going into the new standard. Here's how it's all going to work. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

Sonic Forces is a new endless runner that will speed on to Android sometime soon

Having been around a month since Sonic Mania launches, Sega hopes to keep its Sonic train moving with Sonic Forces: Speed Battle for Android. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

Yu Yureka 2 launched in India for Rs 11,999 (~$185)

Yu Mobiles unveiled their latest budget-friendly offering, the Yu Yureka 2, priced at a competitive Rs 11,999. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

Material Design Awards 2017 winners announced by Google

Google has announced the Material Design Awards for 2017. These apps are the best of the best in terms of design and functionality. Check them out here. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

Champions and Challengers: Adventure Time gives fans of the TV show a tactical RPG title

The game, based on the hit Cartoon Network TV series, gives fans of the show a way to battle with and against over 70 Adventure Time characters. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

Google Tez is a new payment service reportedly coming to India next week

In the latest sign that Google takes India extremely seriously, the company could launch a new payment service in the country as soon as next week. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

Video: Pixel teaser hints at key selling points like camera, storage and battery

Google just officially confirmed that the new Pixels will be launched on October 4. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

Google Assistant smart speakers – here’s all your current and upcoming options

Google has launched its own Google Assistant-based smart speaker in Google Home, but a number of upcoming speakers will also support Assistant. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

Pixel 2 XL hits the FCC, LG confirmed as manufacturer

The Pixel 2 XL has just been spotted in the FCC database, in a sign that the official launch of the device is rapidly approaching. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

ASUS launches three selfie-focused smartphones in Zenfone 4 series in India

While a total of six smartphones – Zenfone 4, Zenfone 4 Pro, Zenfone 4 Max, Zenfone 4 Max Pro, and Zenfone 4 Selfie (two variants) - were announced in Taipei, Asus has launched three selfie-focused smartphones in India. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

Latest Google Photos update adds Google Lens support — sort of

The latest Google Photos update provides a working interface to Google Lens. Check out what the feature can do. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

Google’s billboard hints at October 4 reveal date for Pixel 2 series

Google's billboard has been spotted in Boston with the tagline “Ask more of your phone” and an October 4 date. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

You can enable Always On Display on your Android Oreo ROM

It turns out that you can actually enable Always On Ambient Display mode on your Android Oreo ROM with a simple tweak. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

King’s Knight is coming to Android more than 30 years after its original release

More than 30 years after it was originally released, a new and improved version of King's Knight is now in the Google Play Store. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

Google is offering Pixel XL as replacement to eligible Nexus 6P owners

Google is apparently replacing defective Nexus 6P units with the Pixel XL for users in Canada, UK, and US, but there are certain conditions you must meet. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

Four reasons why I won’t buy the iPhone X

Apple's latest flagship fails to impress me in many ways. Here are four reasons why I won't be picking one up. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

Essential Phone update adds September security patch, improves performance

The Essential Phone has been getting updates at a rapid pace. The newest one protects it from the nasty BlueBorne vulnerability and improves performance. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

Essential Phone coming to Sprint retail stores this Thursday

Sprint will offer the same discounted price for the Essential Phone in-store as it does online, but the discount is for a limited time only. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

Factory images and OTA links for the September Android security patch are now live

Factory images and OTA files for the September Android security patch are now available for the Pixel, Pixel XL, Nexus 6P, and other supported devices. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

Google Home now lowers the volume of casting audio when using Google Assistant

Now, when your Google Home is casting videos or music to a TV or speaker, the Assistant will automatically lower the volume so it can better understand what you're saying. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

Get over $100 off this top-rated VPN to secure your personal data

For a limited time, Private Internet Access is offering a 60% discount on their 2-year VPN. Protect your credit cards without hurting your wallet! | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

What would a foldable Samsung Galaxy Note actually look like?

Samsung's CEO claims that a new Note phone, which will be released in 2018, will come with a foldable display. But what would it actually look like? | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago

The hilarious Thimbleweed Park is coming to Android on October 3

Thimbleweed Park is a hilarious pixel art murder mystery and it's finally coming to Android. Come see why we're counting down the days to its release. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 7 years ago