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Google's finally stepping up to tackle one of the internet's most harmful problems: nonconsensual intimate images. TechCrunch reports that Google is partnering with UK nonprofit StopNCII to bolster its efforts at combating revenge porn. The search giant will begin using StopNCII's hashes, digital fingerprints of images and videos, to proactively identify and remove nonconsensual intimate imagery on Search. What makes this significant is that Google has been slow to adopt StopNCII's system. The...

Google Tasks has been quietly evolving. Recent APK teardowns hint at upgrades that could actually change how you use it day to day. The app has long been dinged for its bare-bones approach to task management, and Android Authority spotted code that suggests Google is finally tackling a top request: better time tracking. Completion dates and task count displays set the groundwork for more sophisticated time management, exactly what users have been asking for. The company has already rolled out...

The rumors are swirling and the evidence keeps mounting, Samsung appears to be gearing up for what could be their most ambitious product launch yet. These are not incremental updates we are looking at. These are technologies that could redefine mobile computing paradigms for the next decade. Ready to see why September 29 might be worth circling on your calendar?

Android 16 QPR2 is generating quite a buzz among Pixel users, and for good reason. This latest beta release brings genuinely useful navigation upgrades that answer long-standing requests. Android Headlines reports the beta is rolling out to Pixel devices from the Pixel 6 series up to the latest Pixel 10 models, with the final stable version expected by December.

Google's content discovery game just got a major upgrade, and if you're part of the Android ecosystem, it changes how you read news and follow your favorite tech creators. Google Discover now makes it simple to keep up with outlets like Android Authority, pulling everything into one place. The platform reaches more than 1.5 billion people per month, which makes it one of the biggest content distributors on the planet.

Google's latest Windows desktop app launch lands at a curious crossroads in search. While Apple has been tuning Spotlight since 2005 with Command + Space and four specialized modes, Google is now bringing its AI-powered search to Windows desktops. The timing is no accident, Microsoft is still wrestling with Windows 11's sluggish search, and that leaves a gap wide enough for Google to walk through.

Google's 2024 research year has been nothing short of remarkable. What makes it exciting is simple, the advances are not stuck in labs, they are landing in products that millions touch every day. From quantum computing milestones to AI models that help predict natural disasters, Google's research in 2024 represents a fascinating blend of cutting-edge science and practical application. Research cycles that once took years now compress into months. Real progress, fast.

When Google announced the Pixel Watch 3 last summer, I'll be honest, the Loss of Pulse detection feature sounded like another flashy tech gimmick to me. One of those throw-ins to spice up a press release. Then I dug into the research, including Google's study in Nature, and my view flipped. This isn't fluff. It could actually save lives.

When you send a photo to a friend via WhatsApp on your Samsung phone, you probably don't think twice about the complex image processing happening behind the scenes. You hit send, the thumbnail pops up, end of story. Right? In August, Meta's security team discovered something far uglier hiding in that moment, that innocent image sharing was being weaponized by attackers to take complete control of Samsung devices. The vulnerability they uncovered, now patched by Samsung, shows how sophisticated...

OnePlus has long pushed smartphone design, yet the upcoming OnePlus 15 seems to take a cue from an unexpected place, Apple’s iPhone. Recent leaks point to a look that breaks from recent flagships, with major camera upgrades and a distinct feature straight from the iPhone playbook. The latest leaks show a square camera module, a sharp turn from the brand’s circular designs. The timing is no coincidence, OnePlus is moving away from the Hasselblad partnership to build its own imaging engine.

Samsung's latest leak drops a clear hint. While we're all waiting for the Galaxy Tab A11 and A11 Plus to hit the market, the Plus variant looks set to outmuscle its smaller sibling. The Galaxy Tab A11 and A11 Plus aren't available quite yet, but the leaked specs sketch a gap budget shoppers should know about. Both tablets have a display with a 90Hz refresh rate. After that, the roads diverge in ways you will feel day to day.

You've probably been there: you hop in your car, connect your phone to Android Auto, and suddenly the media player looks... off. Maybe the icons are faded, unresponsive, or just plain weird-looking. If you're scratching your head wondering what's going on, you're not alone. Recent reports show users dealing with faded Android Auto icons that won't respond to touch, while Google continues to address bugs on the platform. And yes, Android Auto's media player has undergone significant changes...

When it comes to Android file managers, one name keeps popping up in conversations among tech enthusiasts: CX File Explorer. While Files by Google has become the go-to choice for many users with its clean interface and smart cleanup features, readers still love this legendary Files by Google alternative, and there’s good reason for that loyalty. What keeps CX File Explorer in the rotation in a market full of shiny newcomers? And does it still deserve a spot on your Android device in 2025?

When Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Z Fold 7, something felt different. This was not just another iterative update with minor tweaks and marketing fluff. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 has achieved the highest pre-order numbers of any Galaxy Fold device in the United States, and frankly, it is about time. After years of Samsung playing it safe with foldables that felt more like expensive tech demos than practical daily drivers, the Z Fold 7 shows what happens when a company finally tackles the barriers that...

Something truly groundbreaking just happened in the Android gaming world. Android Authority reports that Eden Emulator has become the first Nintendo Switch emulator to land on the Google Play Store, a milestone that felt impossible just months ago. This is not just another emulation story. It is a shift that could reshape how we think about mobile gaming and platform boundaries. Eden is a fork of one of the most successful and infamous Switch emulators, now available for devices running Android...

Google's making some serious moves in the wearable weather space, and honestly, it's about time. Google is phasing out its Weather app for Pixel smartwatches and replacing it with a new Pixel Weather app, and this is not just your typical app shuffle that leaves users frustrated. The key change is blunt: any watch running Wear OS 6 and newer versions will no longer be able to download Google's built-in Weather app, a shift in how we check the forecast on our wrists going forward.

If you've been dealing with music that stutters, skips, or cuts out while using Android Auto, you're not alone. Drivers across brands and phone models are reporting the same thing, turning a simple commute into an audio mess. Multiple reports on Reddit point to a bug that causes music to stutter and skip when connected to Android Auto wirelessly. The issue shows up regardless of phone brand. Plenty of users have given up and switched to plain Bluetooth streaming, trading Android Auto’s nice...

Looking at the chaos that is about to hit our inboxes this holiday season, Google has stepped up with something that might actually save us some sanity. Google's rolling out a significant Gmail update that introduces a dedicated "Purchases" tab, perfectly timed for when your inbox is about to explode with order confirmations and shipping notifications. This is not just another minor tweak, it is a rethink of how we manage our digital shopping lives. About time.

Google just dropped something that could fundamentally reshape how we handle digital content authenticity, and honestly, it is about time. Google announced on September 10, 2025, that the Pixel 10 phones support the Coalition for Content Provenance and Authenticity, C2PA, right out of the box to verify the origin and history of digital content. This is not a routine spec bump. It is a direct response to the flood of AI generated media that keeps getting harder to spot with the naked eye.

You know how your Gmail inbox has basically turned into a chaotic dumping ground for every Amazon order confirmation, shipping notification, and delivery update? Same. Gmail's new Purchases tab is finally here to rescue us from that mess, and Google’s timing shows it understands just how overwhelming email has become. Google announced a couple of additions to Gmail that make it easier to keep track of your purchases and potential savings, including a tab that corrals all your incoming...

Samsung's Galaxy XR headset is finally stepping out of the shadows, and this is way more than just another VR device announcement. After years under the Project Moohan codename, Samsung's answer to Apple's Vision Pro is taking shape with some serious credentials. The big hook is software and timing, the headset will use Google-made Android XR software and is tapped to arrive in October 2025, putting it squarely in the premium XR ring.

Android 16 QPR2 is finally polishing desktop mode. Android Authority spotted a new Universal Cursor toggle that lets you decide whether the mouse can cross between displays, preventing those moments when the pointer hops to the wrong screen while you are trying to work. Found in the first QPR2 beta, this addition gives users tighter control over Android's DeX-like desktop experience (Android Authority).

Reviewed by Corey Noles

Reviewed by Corey Noles

Reviewed by Julianne Ngirngir

Reviewed by Julianne Ngirngir

Reviewed by Julianne Ngirngir

Reviewed by Julianne Ngirngir

Reviewed by Corey Noles

Reviewed by Julianne Ngirngir

Reviewed by Corey Noles

Reviewed by Julianne Ngirngir

Reviewed by Julianne Ngirngir

Reviewed by Julianne Ngirngir

Reviewed by Julianne Ngirngir

When you're dropping nearly $1,800 on Google's latest foldable device, the burning question is not just about specs or camera quality, it is about longevity. How long will the Pixel 10 Pro Fold actually receive software support? For foldables that cost this much, knowing Google's update commitment is part of the purchase decision, not a footnote.

Reviewed by Julianne Ngirngir

So you’ve just picked up Google’s latest flagship phone and now you’re wondering how to protect your investment? Smart thinking. The Pixel 10 Pro and 10 Pro XL tick a lot of the boxes you’d expect from any top-end phone in 2025, but even premium devices need proper protection. With both models sharing the same Tensor G5 chip and 16GB of RAM, this is money worth safeguarding, especially since that flagship-tier performance deserves protection that can keep up.

Samsung just dropped the Galaxy Tab S11 series at its latest Unpacked event, and while the new tablets bring some welcome refinements, they might not be the game-changing upgrade everyone hoped for. The Tab S11 and S11 Ultra add an improved S Pen and a slimmer, more compact design. Look closer and you may find there is not enough here to justify spending at least $800 just a year after buying a Tab S10. Here is why the Galaxy Tab S9 might actually be the smarter buy right now.

The courtroom drama is over, and the tech world is buzzing. Judge Amit Mehta delivered his long-awaited remedies decision on September 2, 2025, in what many are calling Google's biggest legal "win" in years. But here's the thing, this isn't exactly the victory lap Google might have hoped for.