I thought this Motorola app was bloatware — now I can't live without it
…Wireless webcam, even for a Pixel Zac Kew-Denniss / Android Authority It’s been a while since Google updated Pixel phones so they could be used as a webcam on your PC…
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ADB is the last line of defense for a free and open Android
…At that point, it wouldn’t just be a convenience tool for enthusiasts, but a critical fallback for anyone pushing outside Google’s increasingly curated ecosystem. A part of Android’s customizable…
5 reasons I'd buy the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra instead of the Pixel 10 Pro Fold
…Samsung may have been criticized for years for barely changing the design of its Galaxy Z Fold lineup, but the company really turned things around with the Galaxy Z Fold 7 . And…
The Pixel 11 series proves that the Pixel 12 will be a breaking point for Google smartphones
…If hardware no longer mattered, we’d all buy mid-range phones and rely on software updates to bridge the gap. Software absolutely adds value, and Google deserves credit for investing heavily…
4 security features I always set up on every new Android phone, and you should too
…Still, there are a few critical security settings that need manual setup or a quick check to ensure they’re configured properly. What's your biggest smartphone security concern? 29 votes Find…
This open-source app fixed my notification chaos when Android couldn't
…For example, Temu has channels for Beep Reminder, Critical Reminder, Default, General, Important, Reminders, and Sound Notification. I have no idea what the difference is between a default and a general notification…
The iPhone 17e handed the Pixel 10a its biggest L — and Google did it to itself
…Qi2 is now a critical feature I now look for while shopping for accessories or when upgrading my family’s handsets. I’d specifically avoid the Pixel 10a because it wouldn’t…
I tried switching from Gmail to Proton Mail for a week — and my inbox was a disaster
…Gmail has long been criticized for its lack of privacy and for including ads. More recently, the integration of Gemini in Gmail inboxes has become another point of contention. In light of…
Google is slowly ruining one of the best reasons to buy a Pixel
…Google continuously updated these devices, keeping them relevant and keeping users happy. The Pixel 9 lockdown Rita El Khoury / Android Authority Pixel Screenshots But there has been a very decisive shift ever…
Google just made me look like an idiot for believing in its Tensor chips
…Most of the criticisms are overblown and stem from a time when Google had legitimate issues with earlier generations. If you were a Pixel 6 or 7 owner, I feel your pain…