What's new in EMUI 5?

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. What’s new in EMUI 5? June 23, 2025 HUAWEI has unveiled its new Mate 9 flagship smartphone and while there’s a lot to like about it, it is also the first handset to run the company’s new EMUI 5 interface. Back at IFA, HUAWEI teased to us that EMUI 5 would be its most refreshed interface ever and with the Mate 9 now official, let’s take a look at what’s new (and what’s the same) in EMUI 5....

July 19, 2025 · 6 min · 1202 words · Michael Turner

WhatsApp refuses to delete user data in India after court ruling

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. WhatsApp refuses to delete user data in India after court ruling June 26, 2025 Changes toWhatsApp’sdata sharing rulesare causing more controversy this week. The company refuses to comply with a court order from India’s Delhi High Court, which requested that the company delete any and all data collected by users who opted out of the company’s new privacy policy before September 25th....

July 19, 2025 · 2 min · 256 words · Joseph Sanchez

Yes Virginia, cops can force you to unlock your phone via fingerprint

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Yes Virginia, cops can force you to unlock your phone via fingerprint June 30, 2025 While there are many different opinions when it comes to the security benefits of finger print reading on a smartphone, most admit it is a quick-and-easy way to unlock your phone that is certainly safer than using no form of lockscreen security. Of course, there are some who argue that a PIN or password is still the safest security method....

July 19, 2025 · 3 min · 450 words · Kimberly Gomez

5 common problems with the Samsung Galaxy S5 Mini and how to fix them

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. 5 common problems with the Samsung Galaxy S5 Mini and how to fix them July 15, 2025 The Samsung Galaxy S5 Mini is, as the name suggests, a smaller version of its flagship namesake. It also takes on a more mid-range nature in terms of specifications, but continues to be as feature-packed as any Samsung smartphone, with a design language almost identical to its larger sibling, only with less of a footprint....

July 18, 2025 · 3 min · 429 words · Gregory Snyder

5 Must Have Samsung Galaxy S4 Games!

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. 5 Must Have Samsung Galaxy S4 Games! June 27, 2025 Are you looking to outfit your Galaxy S4 with a few high quality games? There are plenty available on the Play Store, though they can be hard to find. We went to the trouble of finding a handful of great games for you, and we’re back with some awesome results!...

July 18, 2025 · 3 min · 542 words · Michael Morgan

Airtel Wi-Fi Calling expands to five new locations in India

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Airtel Wi-Fi Calling expands to five new locations in India July 08, 2025 Update, July 15, 2025 (2:49AM ET):Airtel is now expanding its voice over Wi-Fi service to five new locations across India. In addition to Delhi-NCR, Airtel Wi-Fi Calling is now available in Mumbai, Kolkata, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu. The telco has also added compatibility for more smartphones....

July 18, 2025 · 2 min · 331 words · Ryan Wall

Android 11 makes it easier to take a screenshot, adds options to overview menu

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Android 11 makes it easier to take a screenshot, adds options to overview menu July 30, 2025 Thethird Android 11 Developer Previewarrived today, April 23, and we’re just now digging into all the little changes. So far, there aren’t many user-facing changes to note, while there area handful of developer-focused improvements. (This is adeveloper previewafter all!) The one big changed we noticed in Android 11 Developer Preview 3 is a revamped recent apps (or overview) menu....

July 18, 2025 · 2 min · 377 words · Abigail Horn

Android Wear Oreo update tracker (Update: More watches receive Oreo)

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Android Wear Oreo update tracker (Update: More watches receive Oreo) June 15, 2025 Google says the devices below are “currently pursuing” the Android Wear Oreo update. We don’t know if that means it’s rolling out, about to roll out, or rolling out in a year’s time, but the update has already been spotted on the HUAWEI Watch 2 so it’s likely happening now or very soon for all of them....

July 18, 2025 · 3 min · 433 words · Ethan Green

Anker Soundcore hands-on: Gunning for the AirPods

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Anker Soundcore hands-on: Gunning for the AirPods July 01, 2025 Anker doesn’t just make batteries anymore. Under the Soundcore brand, the company hasconsistently impressed uswith bang-for-your-buck audio gear. The company has now released six new pairs of earbuds, and we’ve been able to spend some time with each one of them. All the new earbuds feature Bluetooth 5.0 and USB-C fast charging, which is great for anyone who is tired of carrying around a MicroUSB cable....

July 18, 2025 · 7 min · 1433 words · Erica Lester PhD

Apple Watch Series 7 announced: Apple's smartwatch just gets better

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Apple Watch Series 7 announced: Apple’s smartwatch just gets better June 17, 2025 We finally got our eyes on the Apple Watch Series 7. Those planning to grab their own can expect a bigger screen, more faces, and improved charging. See also:The best smartwatches you can buy What’s new with the Apple Watch Series 7 Apple’s virtual “California Streaming” event included the all-new Apple Watch Series 7....

July 18, 2025 · 2 min · 425 words · Raymond Combs

ASUS launches ZenFone 3 Max in India with two variants

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. ASUS launches ZenFone 3 Max in India with two variants July 30, 2025 At a launch event in New Delhi,Asusannounced the launch of theZenFone 3 Maxin India. ZenFone 3 Max comes in two size variants – one with a 5.2-inch display and another with a 5.5-inch display. The Max completes theZenFone 3 line-upin India. ASUS had previously launched its other ZenFone 3 smartphones in the country back in August....

July 18, 2025 · 2 min · 294 words · Kayla Reyes

Best HUAWEI P30 screen protectors

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Best HUAWEI P30 screen protectors August 03, 2025 TheHUAWEI P30has a 6.1-inch flat OLED display that allows owners to view photos, videos, apps and other content with a resolution of 2,340 x 1,080. If you own this phone, you definitely should get a screen protector so it can avoid getting cracked or scratched. Here’s a look at the best HUAWEI P30 screen protectors that you may currently buy to help keep the phone’s display safe from harm....

July 18, 2025 · 3 min · 586 words · Timothy Schultz

Best of Android 2018: best cameras

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Best of Android 2018: best cameras July 28, 2025 This year more than ever, it’s harder to docamera assessmentsjustice. The year of AI in camera processing has led to some really cool developments in mobile photography, and the future is looking bright fordiffraction-limited systems. Even after destroying point-and-shoot cameras, smartphones are having another “brownie camera” moment — even a novice can start to approach results they actually want with just their non-professional camera....

July 18, 2025 · 11 min · 2176 words · Alejandro Soto