by dbadmin | Oct 17, 2025 | Google Maps, News
Credit: Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR A user noticed Google Maps showing a live travel time in the Home chip below the search bar. The chip appears when you’re not at home, but this is the first time we’ve seen it display a travel time. It could help you...
by dbadmin | Oct 16, 2025 | Deals, Foldable Phones, News, Samsung, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
Credit: Ryan Haines / Android Authority Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 deals can get pretty good, but you have to be ready to catch them when they come. Now is one of those times! You can get Samsung’s foldable phone for just $1,599.99, and that’s for the upgraded 512GB...
by dbadmin | Oct 16, 2025 | Google, Google Gemini, Google Nest Audio, Google Nest Mini, News
TL;DR Nest speakers are getting a Gemini overhaul, with early access beginning this month. Nest speakers have featured a four-light display that’s so far been mostly white. Users are now sharing reports of those lights changing to a multi-colored rainbow. Nest...
by dbadmin | Oct 16, 2025 | Android 16, Google, Google Pixel, News
Credit: Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority TL;DR Google recently released Android 16 QPR2 Beta 3 for eligible Pixel devices. Now, it appears the tech giant may have pulled the update. The reason could be related to bootlooping issues caused by desktop mode. Yesterday,...
by dbadmin | Oct 16, 2025 | News, Verizon
Credit: Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Total Wireless, a Verizon Value brand, is launching a free phone plan available only in California at first. The offer is limited to customers who qualify for the government Lifeline assistance program. The plan...
by dbadmin | Oct 16, 2025 | Bose, Deals, Headphones, News
Credit: SoundGuys.com There are plenty of new and exciting headphones around, but if you care most about noise canceling, the Bose QuietComfort Ultra are still among our favorite headphones. There’s a really nice deal on these right now! If you like blue, you can save...
by dbadmin | Oct 16, 2025 | Deals, News
Credit: Canisflax via Amazon Do you have a mess of cables around your home? Don’t worry, I do too. Here’s a simple solution that will improve your cable management immensely for a mere $4.99. Buy the Canisflax Magnetic Cable Clips for just $4.99 ($7...
by dbadmin | Oct 16, 2025 | Google, Google Photos, News
Credit: Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR Google’s conversational photo editing tool is missing for users in Texas and Illinois. A PR representative for the company has confirmed that the feature is currently unavailable for users in these states. The reason could...
by dbadmin | Oct 16, 2025 | Apple, Apple AirTag, Bluetooth trackers, News
TL;DR A Florida couple was subjected to a home invasion this past August. Afterwards, detectives found an AirTag secured under their car, presumably used to track them home. Android offers built-in unknown tracker detection for users interested in protecting...
by dbadmin | Oct 16, 2025 | News, OnePlus OxygenOS
Credit: Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority TL;DR OnePlus has announced the rollout schedule for its feature-packed OxygenOS 16. The update starts in November for the most recent phones and tablets, with older models following through early 2026. Rollout timings may...
