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...
by dbadmin | Oct 16, 2025 | Google, Google Wallet, News
TL;DR The Google Play Store has implemented a Play Points loyalty system for earning discounts. So far, you’ve managed your Play Points directly through the Play Store app. Now Google Wallet has started giving users the option to add Play Points as a loyalty card....
by dbadmin | Oct 16, 2025 | News, T-Mobile
Credit: Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR T-Mobile is reportedly running a new $830 “any condition” trade-in offer (Promo R339) that began on October 2 and includes many older Android and iPhone models. The promo seems targeted mainly at legacy Simple Choice users,...
by dbadmin | Oct 16, 2025 | Apple, Authority Insights, News, Peacock
TL;DR NBCU’s Peacock app now includes code referencing a still-unannounced Apple TV Plus bundle deal. While pricing is not yet available, the app promises savings over separate subscriptions. Users will have to manually cancel their existing subscriptions first if...
