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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.

Google's latest Gemini update is shaping up to be more than just another incremental improvement. Android Authority recently discovered that Google has been testing visual changes to Gemini's home screen for the past few months, and now we're getting our clearest look yet at what's coming. The company has begun testing it with a small set of users on the latest beta version of the Google app, and Google appears to be moving forward with this interface, testing it more broadly on devices through...

So you’ve heard about Google’s latest flagship and its promise of an impressive display experience, but the real question is: does the Pixel 10 Pro actually live up to its user-friendly claims? The phone packs a 6.3-inch screen delivering 2,856 by 1,280 pixels resolution, with peak brightness soaring up to 3,300 nits. At 495 pixels per inch, it is technically the sharpest display in the entire Pixel 10 lineup. What matters, though, is how those specs feel in your hand, on a bright sidewalk, or...

When you've been using Android for over a decade, you form attachments to the apps that shape your daily routine. Nova Launcher was one of those apps for millions, the customization powerhouse that made Android feel truly yours. After more than 13 years of steady innovation and polish, that chapter has closed.

Google's decision to roll out its Gemini AI chatbot to children under 13 has lit up the tech community. The assistant is arriving through Family Link accounts, Parents can manage or disable a child's access to Gemini via Google Family Link; children can enable access under supervision and parents receive a notification when their child first uses Gemini. Google says children's data will not be used to train the AI, yet experts are raising serious red flags about the rollout.

Google's latest encounter with EU regulators isn't just another tech fine story; it's a $3.5 billion wake-up call that could reshape the entire digital advertising landscape. The European Commission hit Google with a €2.95 billion penalty for abusing its dominant position in the advertising technology industry, marking the fourth antitrust fine for the tech giant. The move follows a formal investigation that opened in June 2021, which examined whether Google violated competition rules by...

When a federal jury in San Francisco delivered its verdict on September 3, 2025, it sent shockwaves through Silicon Valley. Google was ordered to pay $425.7 million for continuing to track users even after they opted out of data collection. This isn't just another fine, it's a landmark case that affects 98 million users and 174 million devices across the United States. The decision lays bare how tech giants handle our most personal data when privacy promises don't match reality.

Reviewed by Jame Jimenez

Google is quietly preparing one of its biggest Play Games profile updates in years, with recent APK teardowns revealing just how ambitious the revamp is. Google is developing an avatar generator for Play Games profiles, allowing users to create custom avatars by selecting character, background, and art style. This isn't just another minor tweak—it's a complete reimagining of how gamers express themselves within the Android ecosystem, with broader implications for Google's gaming strategy that...

The mobile photography world is buzzing with anticipation as OnePlus 15 camera leaks start painting a picture that's both exciting and puzzling. If you've been following OnePlus's journey from camera underdog to serious contender—something I've been covering for years—the latest rumors suggest we might be looking at another pivotal moment for the brand. What makes this timing particularly significant is that OnePlus has finally hit its stride with mobile photography, just as the flagship...

Picture this: Android Police recently discovered that their digital workspace was a mess, managing a collection of productivity apps for years, including task managers, note-taking tools, calendars, and project management software. Sound familiar? If you're drowning in a sea of apps that don't talk to each other, you're not alone. Notion was first released in 2016 by Notion Labs Inc., designed as an all-in-one workspace that allows users to take notes, manage projects, organize documents, and...

Reviewed by: Jame Jimenez

YouTube's latest AI-powered dubbing feature is finally here, and it's about to change how creators think about global reach. After nearly two years of testing with big names like MrBeast and Jamie Oliver, YouTube's multi-language audio is now rolling out to millions of creators. Powered by Google's Gemini AI, the tool mimics creators' voices and emotions for translations that feel like the real thing. The early results are loud and clear: Jamie Oliver's channel saw its views triple, and over...

Reviewed by Corey Noles

Reviewed by Julianne Ngirngir

Reviewed by Julianne Ngirngir

Reviewed by Corey Noles

Reviewed by Julianne Ngirngir

Reviewed by Julianne Ngirngir

The latest leaked renders of Samsung's Galaxy S26 Edge tell a neat little engineering story. Android Authority highlights measurements that show the tightrope walk of modern phone design. The S26 Edge is slimmer at its thinnest point, measuring 158.4 x 75.7 x 5.5mm compared to the S25 Edge's 158.2 x 75.6 x 5.8mm. Here is the kicker: the camera bump grows. Total thickness hits 10.8mm including the bump, up from the S25 Edge's 10mm.