Samsung Galaxy Note 20: Is it okay to sell a $1,000 plastic phone?

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Samsung Galaxy Note 20: Is it okay to sell a $1,000 plastic phone? July 09, 2025 Samsung’sGalaxy Note 20looks like a solid step above theNote 10based purely on specs. Between the flagship-level power, bigger battery, and a set of rear cameras borrowed from theGalaxy S20 series, there’s a lot to like. However, one major change that has drawn attention and a fair share of criticism is the company’s decision to adopt a plastic build — similar to its Galaxy A series — instead of the metal and glass design seen on the Note 20 Ultra and every flagship Galaxy phonesince the Galaxy S6....

June 26, 2025 · 5 min · 965 words · Christine Walker

Samsung Galaxy S8 red tint fix rolling out in Europe and India (updated)

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Samsung Galaxy S8 red tint fix rolling out in Europe and India (updated) June 02, 2025 Update, May 1:Following its release in Europe, the red tint fix update is now rolling out to India,Sam Mobilereported. The 426MB patch brings “improved color optimization and convenient color adjustment.” Original post, April 29:After putting out a software fix for the red tint issue on the Galaxy S8in Korea earlier this week, Samsung is now rolling it out in Europe....

June 26, 2025 · 2 min · 409 words · Kristen Little

Samsung has experienced the worst year-on-year market share and sales drop in its history

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Samsung has experienced the worst year-on-year market share and sales drop in its history June 23, 2025 Samsung, the world’s biggest smartphone manufacturer, is probably not very happy with itsperformance in the third quarter of the year. Even so, according to Gartner’s latest report, the South Korean tech giant remains number one in terms of sales, as it managed to ship 71....

June 26, 2025 · 2 min · 300 words · Teresa Vargas

Singapore Airlines passenger incurs $1171.46 in-flight WiFi bill

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Singapore Airlines passenger incurs $1171.46 in-flight WiFi bill June 20, 2025 For anyone who has ever incurred roaming fees, you know how tough it can be to come face-to-face with the bill at the end of the month. Maybe you forgot to switch off the mobile network and your phone automatically connected to an alternative carrier. Perhaps you thought checking e-mail just abitwouldn’t hurt that much....

June 26, 2025 · 3 min · 564 words · Caitlin Miranda

Smartphones — not computers — are pushing the silicon industry forward

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Smartphones — not computers — are pushing the silicon industry forward August 22, 2025 Mobile application processors achieved another major milestone this year. Both Apple and HUAWEI have theirfirst 7nm productsofficially out in the open, and Qualcomm’s set to followbefore the year’s end. Smartphone-class chips have been pushing the envelope for the past few years, beating out legacy semiconductor companies like AMD and Intel to smaller cutting-edge processing nodes....

June 26, 2025 · 6 min · 1230 words · Regina Donovan

The Disney Plus free trial is no more, just before Hamilton drops

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. The Disney Plus free trial is no more, just before Hamilton drops Jul 31, 2025 WhenDisney Pluslaunched in November 2019, it included a seven-day free trial for new customers so they could see its content before committing to a monthly subscription. Now, the Disney Plus free trial is no longer being offered. The timing of that removal is tied to a major exclusive that drops just two weeks from now....

June 26, 2025 · 2 min · 295 words · Colin Lee

This foldable display can be folded like origami because reasons

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. This foldable display can be folded like origami because reasons June 27, 2025 Foldable phones have become more popular thanks to devices like theSamsung Galaxy Z Flip 3andGalaxy Z Fold 3, but what if you’re looking for more ambitious foldable tech? Well, we’ve seen a number of official concepts for devices withdualor eventri-foldingdisplays. But new tech has emerged that could up the ante even more....

June 26, 2025 · 2 min · 346 words · Isaac Arroyo

TopMate C302 laptop cooler review: Basic and budget-friendly

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. TopMate C302 laptop cooler review: Basic and budget-friendly July 22, 2025 TopMate C302 What we like What we don’t like Laptop cooling pads come in all shapes and sizes. Some are for gamers and some are for professionals. The price range varies quite a bit as well, with some coolers going for over $60. TopMate, however, decided to aim at the low end and make an affordable laptop cooler....

June 26, 2025 · 4 min · 655 words · Katie Flynn

Virgin America giving its in-flight entertainment an Android-powered upgrade

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Virgin America giving its in-flight entertainment an Android-powered upgrade July 16, 2025 Virgin America has announced plans to bring its in-flight entertainment options into the modern age, swapping outdated equipment for new Android-powered touchscreen units. While Virgin doesn’t get into the specifics when it comes to specs, the units will offer 720p HD content and, thanks to its Android-based OS, the airline will be able to upgrade and expand the platform’s functionality more easily going forward....

June 26, 2025 · 2 min · 294 words · Kimberly Miller

We asked, you told us: A lot of you bought the Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. We asked, you told us: A lot of you bought the Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus August 22, 2025 TheSamsung Galaxy S10series officially went on sale this week. If tradition prevails, this lineup of phones will be some of the best-selling handsets in the world. So now that pre-orders have started arrive and the devices are now available to purchase in-store, we asked you:Did you buy the Samsung Galaxy S10?...

June 26, 2025 · 2 min · 366 words · Jimmy Macias

You can use Mobvoi's earbuds to answer calls without lifting a finger

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. You can use Mobvoi’s earbuds to answer calls without lifting a finger August 08, 2025 Countless companies have tried to take down the AirPods — mainly by copying them completely — but Mobvoi goes a different route. The Mobvoi Earbuds Gesture rely on motion-sensing technology to set itself apart from the pack, as well as a number of features we don’t often see on true wireless earbuds at this price....

June 26, 2025 · 2 min · 378 words · James Anderson

ZTE Grand X Max+ Review

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. ZTE Grand X Max+ Review July 18, 2025 There is no shortage of mid-range, budget-friendly smartphones in the Android world, but the options do start to get somewhat limited when it comes to ultra-large smartphones in this price range. A new addition in this category, is from ZTE, but apart from its large display, what does the company’s latest offering have to make it stand out from the rest?...

June 26, 2025 · 8 min · 1551 words · Tina Barber

(Update: Intel rebuttal) Intel may abandon wearables market after laying off most of its staff

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. (Update: Intel rebuttal) Intel may abandon wearables market after laying off most of its staff June 02, 2025 Update, November 21:Intel reached out toEngadgetto deny that it’s pulling out out of the wearable business. The statement does not, however, dispute the layoffs. Here’s the statement: Original post, November 19:Intel’s foray into processors for wearables hasn’t exactly gone swimmingly. That said, the wearable market’s foray into the popular consciousness hasn’t gone that well either....

June 25, 2025 · 2 min · 274 words · Aaron Hughes