How I stopped Nova Launcher from tracking me without sacrificing my setup
…ShizuWall isn’t quite install-and-go, though. It requires a mild learning curve. First of all, you’ll need to install Shizuku — an open source tool that gives apps access to…
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Morphe users are now patching streaming apps beyond YouTube to skip ads on Android TV
…While Morphe itself is fairly simple to use, installing patched streaming apps on Android TV still involves a technical process. Earlier this year, several former Revanced developers and contributors launched Morphe , an…
Upgrading your security setup? Get the Ring Outdoor Cam Plus for its best price of the year
…By • May 14, 2026 • • • Add AndroidAuthority on Google DealHunt / Android Authority Home security is a top priority for many of us, and the right tools can make all the difference. If you…
There’s a brilliant fingerprint hack hiding on your Samsung phone — here’s how to use it
…Look for Routines+ and install it. Once installed, open it. Allow the required permissions and tap Start . Head to the Fingerprint to website section. Tap the edit icon in the bottom-left…
I'm self-hosting a Google Photos alternative on my old Pixel
…actual installation. Right around this time is where I started running into a few issues. You see, one of the biggest challenges of hosting photos is generating thumbnails, and a tool like…
Google just dropped a new 'experimental AI assistant' app exclusively for Android (Updated)
…We can still view the page when logged in with accounts that have already installed COSMO, but everyone else is getting a “not found” message. Original article, May 1, 2026 (1:44…
I found 2 ways to remote stream my Plex library for free — here's how
…Once you enable the permission to install apps from unknown sources in your phone’s settings, you can install it in seconds. For iOS users, the situation is a bit more complex…
Here's a closer look at how Android 17's OS verification is going to work
…By • 9 hours ago • • • Add AndroidAuthority on Google Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR Google has announced a new OS verification tool for Android 17. In addition to looking for on-device…
Google's latest Pixel Watch update may leave you searching for your phone the hard way
…It’s a tool you don’t think about much until it suddenly stops working — and apparently, that’s exactly what’s happening to a growing number of Pixel Watch owners. A…
I finally ditched Quick Share and AirDrop for this free app — and I’m never going back
…Sadly, it’s not the most reliable tool in the world. It’s often slow to detect devices and transfer files, and prone to disconnections. Thankfully, there’s a far better tool…