5 Android phones you should buy instead of the Moto G (2026)
…Finally, those aforementioned accessories aren’t officially available in the US to begin with. This all makes the CMF Phone 2 Pro a little tougher to recommend in North America, but it…
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From F-Droid to emulators, here's who's hit hardest by Android's new verification rules
…directly from official websites to bypass Play Store restrictions or regional blocks, which will soon mean extra work and Play Protect warnings that may make some users hesitant. However, smaller privacy-focused…
I used Nova Launcher for over 10 years — but I'm officially done with it
…Mobile I used Nova Launcher for over 10 years — but I'm officially done with it It's time to move on. By • April 23, 2026 • • • Add AndroidAuthority on Google Andy Walker…
I'm self-hosting a Google Photos alternative on my old Pixel
…It’s basically the perfect small computer for self-hosting. We treat old phones like e-waste, but most of them are far more capable than the Raspberry Pi people buy for…
Google is playing a dangerous game by killing off the Nest Mini
…I already own multiple Nest Hub displays, and the Home Speaker won’t replace those in my kitchen or home office. The Home Speaker isn’t a good fit for my living…
The MacBook Neo is the laptop Google can't build
…A fine CPU for smartphones, but a long way behind today’s fastest mobile setups. The next-gen Tensor G6 is reported to use a single Arm C1-Ultra and six smaller…
The new Google Home Speaker is a slap in the face to Nest Audio users
…Google’s official reveal confirms that the Home Speaker isn’t a direct replacement for the Nest Audio. And yet, some of the Home Speaker’s best software features won’t make…
I used the Nothing Phone 4a and it's a stylish, fun sibling that doesn't feel like a downgrade
…But that said, these small compromises seem valid for a phone that costs £349 (~$473). What really stood out with the Nothing Phone 4a is how easy it is to live with…
I transformed my old Pixel Tablet into a brand new Android PC for $50
…Rita El Khoury / Android Authority For now, I’ve only used this setup at home on my office desk and dining table, but I’m curious about how it works on the…
The Galaxy S26 series is here: Higher prices, new AI agents, and a return to Exynos
…With the phones now official, Samsung has indeed packed a punch that goes beyond the mere spec sheet. Build and Display Hadlee Simons / Android Authority The base Galaxy S26 is getting a…