Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Google Pixel XL initial review: first 48 hours June 19, 2025 The latest and most official Google device is here. We’ve only had it for a few days total and while we are able to draw some conclusions in that time, we definitely wanted to continue putting the Pixel XL through its paces to be sure our thoughts indeed hold weight....

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Google Play Music update: Notification channels support and improved search history June 10, 2025 Google has released an update for thePlay Musicapp that has two big features on board. The first is support for notification channels (only available forAndroid Odevices.) By heading into the settings of the app, you can select which notifications you want and don’t want to receive....

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Google’s Files Go app will keep your phone organized and free of junk (Update: Out of beta) August 22, 2025 Update (5/12):Launching with Android Go today, Files Go has now graduated from beta status and is available for everyone in the Play Store. Read: Files Go –Who is it made for? Update (11/9):Google Files Go is now available to download in an early beta build on the Play Store....

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Google, Samsung patch Android camera flaw which allowed apps to spy on users July 14, 2025 Security firmCheckmarx recently disclosedan Android camera flaw which made it possible for third-party apps to spy on people. Google and Samsung devices were initially affected, but they have since issued patches to their camera apps. Other OEMs may still be susceptible to this vulnerability....

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. How to factory reset your Windows 11 without reinstalling July 04, 2025 Upgrading to a new Windows version is not always the smoothest transition. So if you’re facing any issues with Windows 11 and want to factory reset it, the solution may be simpler than you think. You don’t need a reinstall to reset Windows 11, and you can even keep your files if you choose....

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. How to get WhatsApp on your tablet July 15, 2025 WhatsAppis an insanely popular short messaging app that makes text messaging services free over a connection to the internet. The application was somewhat recently purchased by Facebook (for an astounding $16 billion) and has been revolutionizing the way many people use SMS messages. In its current form WhatsApp is an incredibly feature-rich service,so there’s never been a better time to familiarize yourself with the app....

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. HTC One X9 hands-on and first impressions July 17, 2025 HTCfirst announced its newOne X9smartphone for China back in December, with no word given regarding plans to bring the device to any other parts of the world. Now here atMWC 2016,alongside three other Desire mid-range handsets, HTChas announced a new global version of the One X9. This is an interesting new device from the company, so we wanted to get a first hand look at what it brings to the table....

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. HUAWEI confirms new Android phones with Google apps coming July 05, 2025 Today, in an email toAndroid Authority,HuaweiSouth Africa confirmed that it will release at least two new smartphones by the end of this year that will feature a fully-licensed version of Android. That means Google apps will be on board. One of the two smartphones in question is the HUAWEI Nova 5T, which is an incremental upgrade over the previously-releasedHUAWEI Nova 5....

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. HUAWEI Mate 10 Series' NPU puts the smart back in smartphone August 17, 2025 Sponsored by HUAWEI. Over the last few years HUAWEI has really taken its game to the next level, and the HUAWEI Mate 10 Series is no exception. As a matter of fact, the HUAWEI Mate 10 Pro was Android Authority’sphone of the year in 2017....

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. If you need your Pixel 2 fixed, uBreakiFix is your answer June 05, 2025 uBreakiFix and Google are teaming up once again to provide Pixel owners in need of professional, quality repair service with a fast, convenient solution. Over 335 uBreakiFix stores located in Canada and the US will offer special pricing forPixel 2 and Pixel 2 XLowners. With tens of thousands of Google Pixels repairedin uBreakiFix walk-in repair shops to date, it’s a no-brainer for Google to extend this partnership, allowing quality repairs at affordable prices....

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Improve your app’s UI with animations June 21, 2025 Animations can add visual cues that notify users about what’s going on in your app and improve their understanding of its interface. Animations are useful when loading content, or when a screen changes state. They can also add a glossy look to your app, which gives it a higher quality feel....

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Latest version of AutoVoice adds Google Home and Amazon Echo support August 25, 2025 Several weeks ago, thebeta version of the popular AutoVoice appadded support for using the app with theGoogle Homespeaker. This week, AutoVoice developer Joao Dias launched the new, non-beta version of AutoVoice 3.0, adding support for not just Google Home but alsoAmazon’s Echo series of speakersthat use its Alexa digital assistant....

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Leaked Galaxy Watch 3 render shows off Samsung’s wearable in all its glory August 10, 2025 Samsung’s Galaxy Watch 3 has appeared in multiple leaks and official listings, but a new render gives us our best look yet at the upcoming wearable. TipsterEvan Blasshas outed a clear image of the Galaxy Watch 3 via Patreon, showing its solid stainless steel build and a design inspired by the original Galaxy Watch....