by dbadmin | Oct 31, 2025 | Google, News, YouTube
TL;DR A 2019 class-action suit against Google and YouTube was settled for $30 million. The suit accused Google and YouTube of collecting identifying information about minors without parental consent. Affected users are now able to file claims to potentially receive a...
by dbadmin | Oct 31, 2025 | Govee, News, Smart Home
Credit: Amazon TL;DR Govee just launched its new Smart Plug Outlet Extender, which combines six outlets, two USB ports, and an RGB night light in one wall-mounted hub. Two smart outlets can be controlled via app or voice, while the rest remain always on. The device is...
by dbadmin | Oct 31, 2025 | Android, News, Samsung, Samsung Wallet
Credit: Joe Hindy / Android Authority TL;DR A leaked Samsung Pass APK suggests upcoming support for securely storing passports, ID cards, driver’s licenses, banking invoices, and more. However, the build currently suffers from bugs such as missing password access and...
by dbadmin | Oct 31, 2025 | Android Auto, Google, Google Maps, News
Credit: C. Scott Brown / Android Authority TL;DR Some Android Auto users are reporting that Google Maps is centering the map again. Unlike last time, the destinations menu is not blocking a portion of the map. Remember earlier this year when an update centered the map...
by dbadmin | Oct 31, 2025 | Deals, News, Projectors
Credit: Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority We reported on a couple of projector deals from Anker NEBULA just yesterday. While those are great, they are still a bit on the pricier side. If you want the most bang per buck, Yaber offers some of our favorite options, and...
by dbadmin | Oct 31, 2025 | Features, Samsung, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip
It sounds like Samsung has some pretty big plans for 2026 — that’s great. I’m excited by the idea of new cameras, a custom chipset, and renewed innovation in its foldable lineup. However, this all sounds like stuff we’ve heard before. We’ve seen Samsung adopt a 200MP...
by dbadmin | Oct 31, 2025 | Bose, Deals, Headphones, News
Credit: SoundGuys.com The world can be a noisy place, especially if you dwell in a busy city. The Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones are still the best, and they effectively mute all that noise; they are also available at a very nice discount today. They are at a...
by dbadmin | Oct 31, 2025 | Authority Insights, Google, Google Play Store, News
TL;DR AI-generated app review summaries are appearing on the Play Store. Google’s been working on this functionality for some time; we first saw signs it was coming last year. These summaries seem to be rolling out generally, but are not universally available yet....
by dbadmin | Oct 31, 2025 | Apple, Apple MacBook, Deals, laptops, News
Credit: Oliver Cragg / Android Authority Black Friday is coming early for Best Buy! Well, at least some of the deals are already available, and I couldn’t help but notice this one. The Apple MacBook Air M2 is currently available for just $649. Buy the Apple MacBook...
by dbadmin | Oct 31, 2025 | Features
Credit: Robert Triggs / Android Authority Protecting our expensive new smartphone is a top priority for many of us, and online marketplaces are flooded with options, from cases to display protection. An increasingly popular product segment is camera lens protectors,...
