Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Google recalls 100 staff following Trump’s U.S. entry ban June 12, 2025 Google’s Sundar Pichai issued a memo to U.S.-based Googlers currently working or holidaying abroad to return to the U.S. as soon as possible, for fear that they will be blocked from returning Stateside. The directive came yesterday, as President Trump signed an executive order shutting down entry to the U....

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Google removes Uber integration in Maps with no explanation June 09, 2025 In January of 2017,Googlemade getting anUberride easier than ever byintegrating Uber directly into Google Maps. However, for reasons currently unknown, Google just removed that integration. Previously, you could look up a route for a ride-sharing trip and compare pricing from various services, including Uber. If you decided that taking an Uber was what you wanted, you could book the ride right in Google Maps (assuming you set up the integration with your Uber account previously)....

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Google reportedly thinking about opening stores in India to boost Pixel sales August 08, 2025 Apple has its own retail presence.Xiaomihas beenheavily investingin offline retail to turn things around.Samsungisplaying with the ideaof retail. It makes sense, then, thatGoogleis reportedly considering launching brick-and-mortar stores in India. The three people that spoke withThe Economic Timesseem a bit conflicted about where Google is with regards to its retail plans....

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Highway safety regulators seek smartphone Driver Mode to reduce in-car distractions June 03, 2025 The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has introduced a set of voluntary guidelines aimed at reducing driver distraction caused by electronics devices. The guidelines, made public yesterday, advise manufacturers implement in-car pairing features and a dedicated Driver Mode for smartphones. The Driver Mode would feature a slimmer interface to reduce the amount of time driver’s eyes are off the road....

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. HUAWEI P20 Pro scratch, burn, and bend test doesn’t end well June 03, 2025 TheHUAWEI P20 Prohas been put through its paces in the latest durability test from YouTube channelJerryRigEverything. The premiumHuaweiflagship is subjected to the typical series of scratches, bends and burns, and holds up reasonably well — until the display cracks. The P20 Pro’s tempered glass screen withstands up to level 5 on theMohs hardness scale, before showing noticeable scratches at 6 and deeper grooves at level 7....

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. HUAWEI reveals multi-mode 5G modem, confirms 5G phones at MWC (Update: Foldable phone too) July 30, 2025 Update, June 29, 2025 (7:05AM ET):It looks like HUAWEI’s 5G event had another noteworthy story that was omitted from the press release. HUAWEI’s Richard Yu told attendees in Beijing that the company would launch a 5G foldable smartphone at Mobile World Congress (h/t:Android Police)....

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. HUAWEI Watch GT smartwatch now comes in more sizes and colors June 03, 2025 Alongside the newP30 and P30 Pro, HUAWEI also introduced new colors, styles, and sizes of theHUAWEI Watch GT. First up, the 46mm HUAWEI Watch GT is getting a visual refresh with a titanium grey case and a new bezel pattern color. The bezels on the new model are black with orange accents, which look quite nice paired with the updated case....

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Is Intel totally screwed? July 25, 2025 Huangjiahui I’m on my way to a coffee shop to put together my thoughts for a story. The topic, in my editor’s own words is, “I’d love you to show me how Intel isn’t totally screwed”. As I’m driving, it occurs to me, I have two Android devices on me, both running ARM cores, I’ve got an iPod touch in my glove compartment hooked to my car stereo, also running ARM, and I’ve brought along a Surface RT to actually do my work on – also an ARM based device....

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Jabra’s sporty new true wireless earbuds cost $199 July 10, 2025 Jabra announced a pair of new audio offerings atCES, both new entries in its Elite wireless range of devices, the Jabra Elite 45h and Elite Active 75t. The Jabra Elite 45h ($99) are wireless on-ear headphones that don’t cost an arm and a leg, something of a rarity among products announced at CES....

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Last minute Pixel 6 Pro leak teases a surprisingly attractive US price June 25, 2025 Update, July 12, 2025:The Pixel 6 series is here! Read ourin-depth buyer guidefor all the info you need, and check out our hands-on impressions of both thePixel 6andPixel 6 Profor more detail. BeforeGoogleteased thePixel 6 series, the company cautioned that the Pro model would be “expensive,” primarily targeting enthusiasts....

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Mid-range LG Class official, complete with metal body June 07, 2025 LG has recently been teasinga new smartphone launch for September 21stand today, the Korean manufacturer has unwrapped its new mid-range LG Class smartphone. Rather than the flagship that many were hoping for, theLG Classis a mid-range device with premium specs and an affordable price that is set to be launched only in Korea....

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Netflix will allow you to change playback speed on Android devices June 09, 2025 Although prominent film and television creators opposed it, Netflix will move forward with its plans to allow its users to alter playback speeds (viaThe Verge). Starting tomorrow, you’ll be able to change the Netflix playback speed on your Android device. Your choices will be limited to watching things at a slowed rate of either 25% or 50% or watching things at a faster rate of 25% or 50%....

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. New wallpapers, Now Playing search, and more are coming to Pixels this month June 24, 2025 One of the many benefits of owning aGoogle Pixel phoneis receiving monthly Feature Drops, which bring small-but-useful new features to Google’s phones. Google has just announced the December 2021 update for Pixels. If you’re a Snapchat user or you’ve been waiting for a more robust Now Playing feature, this update is for you....