Latest Google Home Mini update brings back touch controls for audio playback

Google says the update is rolling out now for the Home Mini, though you can join the preview firmware channel if you don't want to wait. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

Amazon Echo and Music Unlimited coming to 28 new markets

Amazon has unveiled that is AI-powered speakers and unlimited music service will come to 28 new markets across Europe and South America. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

Google recognizes winners of Developer Challenge for Assistant apps

Google is taking the wraps off the winners of the 2017 Developers Challenge. The winners made innovative and creative apps for Google Home and Assistant. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

Amazon is putting some Prime Exclusive phones on sale

Amazon's Prime Exclusive phones are already a great deal, but now you can save more. The e-commerce giant is taking up to $50 off some popular phones. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

Google hardware: Where Google leads and where it lags

Google is still relatively new to the hardware game and is finding its footing. But how does it compare to the established hardware giants? | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

Hoopla’s latest update lets you read Marvel comics from your public library

With the partnership, you can now read over 250 Marvel comics and graphic novels | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

Amazon Music Unlimited expands to 28 more countries

Amazon's subscription music service, Music Unlimited, is rolling out in 28 new countries all across the globe. See the full list here. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

Android Pay vs Apple Pay vs Samsung Pay: Pros and cons

Mobile Payments are undoubtedly the future, but which is the best? Here's everything you need to know about Android Pay, Apple Pay and Samsung Pay. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

In defense of the ZTE Axon M

The ZTE Axon M has some issues, to be sure. But the idea that ZTE is trying to put forward is a bold and exciting one -- even if not everyone agrees. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Android 8.0 Oreo test firmware leaked

An Android 8.0 Oreo test build for the US version of the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 has leaked online. Here's what you need to know. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

Pixel 2 owners on AT&T get Android Oreo 8.1, HD Voice calling in update

AT&T customers with a Pixel 2 device are getting an update in the next few days that will push their phones to Android 8.1 Oreo and enable HD Voice calling. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

Deal: Galaxy S8 Plus with wireless charger and $100 gift card — $724.99

Amazon has a new offer on Samsung's flagship from earlier this year, including a fast wireless Qi charger and gift card. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

Google could launch YouTube “Remix” music streaming service in early 2018

Play Music and YouTube Red set to merge and combine music and video, as Google looks to break Spotify’s iron grip on the music streaming market. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

SoC head-to-head: Snapdragon 845, Exynos 9810, and Kirin 970

With the three biggest Android SoC manufacturers unveiling details about their latest chips, let's dive deeper to see which comes out on top. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

How to use a forensic tool to extract data from a broken Android phone

How do you get the data off your phone if you have accidentally dropped it and smashed the screen? Find out what is possible and what isn't with this guide. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

So, that “check for update” button might start doing something next year

The maligned button, found in the Android settings menu, should work as intended following an update in 2018. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

Google rolls out stable Android 8.1 Oreo build to Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL beta users

Google is wrapping up the stable Android 8.1 Oreo update rollout with a small patch to users on the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL beta track. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

Google hits pause on new Google Play accessibility services enforcement

Google is taking a 30-day break to "evaluate responsible and innovative uses of accessibility services" before forcing updates to some popular apps. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

Google to make gaming more diverse via its Change the Game initiative

Google is rolling out its new Change the Game initiative which aims to make the Google Play Store more diverse and get more women involved in game creation. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

It looks like Huawei is going to embrace the notch with its next smartphone

We don't know what the smartphone is called, or what silicon it will be powered by, but evidence points to it being the Huawei P11. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

CES 2018: Here’s what to expect

CES 2018 will kick off on January 9. Check out the devices rumored to be announced. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

Google will hold its Cloud Next 2018 conference from July 23-27

Google Cloud Next 2018, a conference devoted to the company's cloud-based products and services, will be held in San Francisco on July 23-27. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

Gmail Labs: the most awesome Gmail features you don’t know about

Gmail Labs is Google's experimental Gmail platform. It contains a number of enhancements to Gmail's web app, that are very useful, but also temperamental. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

Google is teaming up with celebrities for video answers to your questions

Google and a long list of celebrities are teaming up to bring you video answers to your questions like "Does Will Ferrell really play the drums?" | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

Direct is Instagram’s test to duplicate the success of Facebook Messenger

The new Direct app, which is being tested in a few markets, could result in Instagram separating its direct messaging features from its main app. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

T-Mobile grills Verizon for not meeting self-imposed 5G rollout deadline

In a separate interview, T-Mobile CTO Neville Ray called Verizon's 5G deployment plan "unrealistic" and criticized the carrier for hyping its 5G network. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

The Republic Wireless Relay is an LTE walkie-talkie with GPS for your kid

The Republic Wireless Relay is a small speaker with a button in the middle. It has LTE, Wi-Fi, GPS, and lets you communicate with your kids. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

The Huawei Nova 2S goes official with a 6-inch 18:9 display and four cameras

The Huawei Nova 2S is now official and features a 6-inch 18:9 display, a physical home button, and dual front and rear cameras. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

Motion Photos on the Pixel 2 are the perfect way to idly capture candid moments

Google introduced Motion Photos with the launch of its Pixel 2 and it's the perfect way to idly capture candid moments. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

Xiaomi Mi A1 on sale for ₹12,999 in India until December 9

The handset was made available in the region in September with a ₹14,999 price tag. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

LG V30 Signature Edition launches in South Korea with Android 8.0 Oreo, ceramic body, 6 GB RAM

LG has introduced an ultra-premium version of its latest flagship phablet exclusively in South Korea. Here's everything you need to know about it. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

Here’s everything new in LineageOS since September

Lineage has detailed the recent changes to its ROM, included newly supported devices, added features and its plans for Android Oreo. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

Google begins rollout of 8.0 Oreo for Android Wear, LG Watch Sport up first

Google has begun rolling out an update to Android Wear based on Android Oreo from today - here's a rundown of all the new features. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

Xiaomi Redmi 5 and Redmi 5 Plus are official: starting at $120 with 18:9 displays

Xiaomi has unveiled the Redmi 5 and Redmi 5 Plus in China: two great looking phones arriving at great prices. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

Here’s why OnePlus doesn’t support Project Treble — yet

Project Treble has a lofty goal: quicker Android updates for all devices. However, some manufacturers like OnePlus don't support it yet, and for good reason. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

Honor 7X: Release date, availability, and price

How much does the Honor 7X cost, where can you get it, and what colors options are available? Here's everything you need to know. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

Google Chrome update brings support for Oreo’s Smart Text Selection feature

Google has implemented Android Oreo's new Smart Text Selection feature in Chrome for Android. This lets you easily highlight text and pull up the appropriate app for it. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

Power efficient processors aren’t just for smartphones

With small and large screen use cases converging, low power smartphone processors are looking increasingly well suited to big screen devices too. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

MediaTek and Qualcomm announce chipsets for Android Oreo Go edition

Both chipset makers will work closely with Google to deliver processors that are specifically optimized for the recently-announced Android Oreo Go edition. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

Oracle reportedly behind the damaging Google location data news

According to a new report, Oracle is responsible for passing along information that was used in a damaging article targetting Google over location data. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

Chinese Huawei Mate 9 finally gets Oreo-powered EMUI 8.0 update

Huawei's Mate 9 is finally getting the Oreo-powered EMUI 8.0 update, at least for those with the Chinese variant of the handset. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

These gifts look like something out of Star Trek

The future is here, if you get your family and friends one of these tech gifts that offer features that you might see in a sci-fi movie or TV series. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

Bandai Namco brings a new Katamari-themed endless runner to Android

Amazing Katamari Damacy is an endless runner that is available as a free download through the Google Play Store. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

Pay What You Want: Ethical Hacker Bundle

Start learning how to hack for as little as $1! | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

Wileyfox to offer phones with lock screen ads at a big discount

If you're looking to pick up an inexpensive phone, UK phone manufacturer Wileyfox is offering up its phones with ads on the lock screen for up to 43% off. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

Everything you need to know about Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 845

The new Snapdragon 845 mobile platform has gone big on extra features, as well as faster performance. Here's everything you need to know about Qualcomm's new chip. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

The LG V30 Plus will finally launch in India on December 13

Customers in India will finally get a chance to get their hands on the LG V30 Plus. LG will officially launch the device at an event on December 13. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago

Facebook is trying to learn more about you with its new ‘Did You Know’ feature

Facebook is trying to get users to share more information with friends with a new "Did You Know" feature on mobile and desktop. | Continue reading


@androidauthority.com | 6 years ago