by dbadmin | Jan 29, 2026 | Features, Samsung Galaxy S24
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by dbadmin | Jan 29, 2026 | News, smartphones, SoC
Credit: Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Global smartphone chipset shipments are expected to fall 7% in 2026, but industry revenue is still set to grow in double digits. AI-driven data center demand is pushing chipmakers toward high-margin HBM, driving up DRAM...
by dbadmin | Jan 29, 2026 | Google, Google Pixel, Google Pixel 10, News
Credit: Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR After weeks of delay, users report receiving the January 2026 update on Pixel devices. The update for the Pixel 10 Pro is 3.3GB in size. Many reports also suggest that the Bluetooth and Wi-Fi issues may have been...
by dbadmin | Jan 29, 2026 | Authority Insights, Google, Google Photos, News
Credit: Adamya Sharma / Android Authority TL;DR Google is testing a new dedicated toggle to switch between the AI-powered “Ask Photos” and the classic search experience. This new toggle will improve discoverability compared to the current double-tap shortcut for...
by dbadmin | Jan 29, 2026 | Cybersecurity, Google, News
Credit: Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google has taken down what it believes to be the world’s largest residential proxy network. These networks allow bad actors to route their internet traffic through your phone, making it look like they’re browsing from...
by dbadmin | Jan 29, 2026 | News, Samsung, Samsung Galaxy S26
Credit: Android Headlines TL;DR A veteran leaker has posted renders showing the Galaxy S26 phones in UAG cases with magnet lines. The images show off the back of the phones, giving us a good look at the rear designs. Another leaker has also posted purported Galaxy S26...
by dbadmin | Jan 29, 2026 | News, Redmi, Xiaomi, Xiaomi Redmi Note
Credit: Aamir Siddiqui / Android Authority TL;DR The Redmi Note 15 Pro 5G and Pro Plus 5G feature premium designs, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection, IP66/IP68/IP69/IP69K ratings, and fiberglass backs certified for 2.5m drops. They come equipped with a powerful...
by dbadmin | Jan 29, 2026 | News, Samsung, Samsung Galaxy, Samsung Galaxy S26
Credit: C. Scott Brown / Android Authority TL;DR Samsung has revealed plans to launch slimmer, lighter Galaxy phones this year. The company also confirmed it’ll strengthen its foldable lineup with new form factors, possibly hinting at the rumored Wide Fold. For the...
by dbadmin | Jan 29, 2026 | Android XR, AR, News, Samsung, Samsung Galaxy XR
Credit: Hadlee Simons / Android Authority TL;DR Samsung has confirmed that its next-gen AR glasses are coming later this year. The company made the announcement during its recent earnings call. Samsung has promised that the device will deliver rich and immersive...
by dbadmin | Jan 28, 2026 | Deals, Motorola, Motorola Razr, News
Credit: Ryan Haines / Android Authority We’ve seen some great deals on the Motorola Razr Ultra, but this one is the best one I’ve come across. The 1TB model, which is usually $1,499.99, is going for just $799.99. Not only that, but Motorola is throwing in a pair of...
