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Pixel Glow is real, but it doesn’t solve Google’s bigger Pixel 11 problems
2+ day, 1+ hour ago (325+ words) Jul 18, 2026 — 6:00 AM ET Google recently shared new Pixel 11 teaser images, giving us our first look at Pixel Glow. I love that Pixel Glow is real, and it opens up some interesting integration possibilities. Google needed to do something with its…...
I pitted Samsung against Pixel for privacy features — and the winner isn't clear
4+ day, 6+ hour ago (480+ words) Jul 18, 2026 — 5:00 AM ET Your smartphone probably knows more about you than most people in your life do. So when choosing between a Galaxy and a Pixel, privacy isn’t a bad place to start. Obviously, both Samsung and Google will tell…...
5 Motorola software features I wish were on every Android phone
4+ day, 1+ hour ago (751+ words) Jul 18, 2026 — 5:30 AM ET We give Motorola a lot of criticism for its software. It’s justified — Motorola’s update practices are nothing short of terrible, and they deserve to be called out. Ignore updates, though, and Motorola’s Hello UI is one of…...
Samsung Galaxy Unpacked is almost here: Here’s what to expect
12+ hour, 44+ min ago (1031+ words) Jul 18, 2026 — 5:00 AM ET Samsung’s second Galaxy Unpacked event of the year is scheduled for July 22 in London, UK, and the event will be livestreamed on YouTube. We’ve come across innumerable leaks and early teasers of the devices that will be…...
Gboard could soon stop adding spaces when you don’t want them
23+ hour, 53+ min ago (182+ words) Jul 17, 2026 — 5:50 PM ET You’re reading an Authority Insights story. Authority Insights brings you all the latest exclusive reports, app teardowns, leaks, and in-depth tech coverage from the Android Authority team that you won’t find anywhere else. Google appears to agree....
Got money to burn? Check out this Messi-themed Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra
1+ day, 47+ min ago (483+ words) Ryan started his career in the field of science, bouncing from lab to lab measuring chemicals, writing reports, and so on. After deciding to pursue his interest in covering video games and technology, he traded in his lab coat for…...
Galaxy Z Fold 8 shows up on video as BTS joins Samsung's hype train
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (289+ words) Jul 17, 2026 — 3:42 PM ET We’re only days away from Samsung’s much-anticipated Galaxy Unpacked event, where it will introduce the Galaxy Z Fold 8 series and Flip 8. As you would expect, advertising for the upcoming foldables has picked up. Recently, Samsung and Spider-Man…...
Google Pixel 11a key specs might have just leaked
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (266+ words) Jul 17, 2026 — 2:50 PM ET We know the Google Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, and Pixel 11 Pro Fold are set to launch at an event taking place on August 12, but we’re not expecting to see the Pixel 11a on store shelves until sometime next year....
Sony Xperia 10 VIII reveals new details in FCC filing
1+ day, 4+ hour ago (216+ words) Jul 17, 2026 — 1:10 PM ET A week ago, we spotted the Pixel 11 Pro Fold sitting in the FCC’s database. While the listing didn’t reveal much about the foldable, it did hint that the Tensor G6 could use a MediaTek modem. Now, it seems…...
Galaxy Unpacked is just days away, but this latest massive leak won't wait
1+ day, 4+ hour ago (482+ words) Jul 17, 2026 — 12:45 PM ET This time, the pics arrive courtesy of renowned leaker Evan Blass, and they sure all look like official Samsung marketing materials. Easily the star of this year’s event, Samsung’s new shape for its foldable lineup already has…...