by dbadmin | Nov 5, 2025 | 5G, AT&T, Google, News, Verizon
TL;DR A flag in Android’s Carrier Config Manager allows cellular carriers to artificially inflate the number of bars shown on your phone. Google explains that the majority of carriers require this option, and its addition to the Android codebase dates back to 2017....
by dbadmin | Nov 5, 2025 | Android, News
Credit: Megan Ellis / Android Authority TL;DR A developer has created a simplified launcher for Android called Senior Home — Easy Launcher. The launcher is designed for older adults, beginners, and minimalists. Navigating your phone is more complicated than you may...
by dbadmin | Nov 5, 2025 | Metro by T-Mobile, News, T-Mobile
Credit: Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Metro by T-Mobile has announced plans to replace its old PHP insurance with a new three-tier Metro Protection plan. While Metro’s old plans started at $5, the new service begins at $3 a month, with its most expensive...
by dbadmin | Nov 5, 2025 | Authority Insights, backup, Google, News
TL;DR Android backups currently support saving app data, but without per-app options. Google now appears to be working on individual toggles, letting you back up or exclude specific apps. The list sorts apps by data size, letting you prioritize your attention on the...
by dbadmin | Nov 5, 2025 | AI, Google Gemini, News
TL;DR Google says “Nano Banana” began as a late-night placeholder name typed by a PM when submitting the model anonymously. The nickname stuck after the model went viral, prompting Google to adopt it. As the name caught on, Google used banana icons in the Gemini app...
by dbadmin | Nov 5, 2025 | Google, Google Chrome, News
TL;DR Chrome’s AI Mode now has a dedicated button on the new tab page for mobile users (iOS and Android) in the U.S. This makes it easier to access and use AI Mode for complex queries. The AI Mode omnibox chip will soon expand to 160 new countries and support more...
by dbadmin | Nov 5, 2025 | Android apps, Gaming, News, Nintendo
Credit: Robert Triggs / Android Authority TL;DR Nintendo has launched an official Nintendo Store app for Android and iOS in the US. The store will allow you to browse for Switch and Switch 2 systems, accessories, digital games, and other products. Users can earn...
by dbadmin | Nov 5, 2025 | Google, News
TL;DR Google’s AI Mode can now find event tickets and service appointments for you. To enable the capability, you’ll need to sign up for an experiment in Google Labs. Purchases and reservations are still completed manually. Google’s AI Mode is picking up some new...
by dbadmin | Nov 5, 2025 | News, T-Mobile
Credit: Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR T-Mobile now lets anyone use Text to 911 via satellite, including Verizon and AT&T customers. Enabling the service is free, but you’ll need to sign up via T-Mobile’s enrollment page. Text to 911 works on most recent...
by dbadmin | Nov 5, 2025 | Beats Audio, Deals, News, Speakers
Credit: Sound Guys Apple doesn’t manufacture any portable speakers, but it does own Beats by Dre, which does make one: the Beats Pill. This is an excellent option if you’re looking for a speaker that is both portable and versatile. And you might want to get it now...
