Android Pie starts rolling out for Nokia 7 plus, the first smartphone in HMD Global’s portfolio

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Android Pie starts rolling out for Nokia 7 plus, the first smartphone in HMD Global’s portfolio July 07, 2025 HMD Global has announced the rollout ofAndroid 9 Piefor theNokia 7 plus. The Nokia 7 plus is one of the first few smartphones to get the stable Android Pie update already, and packs in Android One exclusive features as well....

July 17, 2025 · 2 min · 323 words · Christopher Webb

App Review: Battle of Launchers -- Launcher Pro Plus vs Go Launcher Ex

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. App Review: Battle of Launchers – Launcher Pro Plus vs Go Launcher Ex July 08, 2025 Android comes in different “flavors.” First, there’s the official and unadulterated Android flavor which can be tasted on the Nexus One and the Nexus S (and, definitely on the upcomingNexus Prime). Then, there’s Samsung TouchWiz, which can be found on Samsung phones such as the Samsung DROID Charge....

July 17, 2025 · 4 min · 780 words · Adrienne Lucas

ASUS Zenfone 7 leaks hint at the return of the flip-up camera

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. ASUS Zenfone 7 leaks hint at the return of the flip-up camera August 25, 2025 Asus’ August 26 launch event for theZenfone 7might not have many mysteries left. Aseriesofphotoleakson Weibo and elsewhere (h/tAndroid Police) suggests ASUS’ new phone will ultimately be an evolution of theZenfone 6, including its signature flip-up camera array. True to earlier rumors, there’s even a third camera — you might not be hurting for photographic choices, although it’s not certain what the new addition will bring....

July 17, 2025 · 2 min · 354 words · Lisa Boyd

Bose QuietComfort 35 II headphones with Google Assistant are now official for $350

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Bose QuietComfort 35 II headphones with Google Assistant are now official for $350 August 19, 2025 A few days after image leaks of itsretail packaging hit the internet, Bose has now officially announced its new QuietComfort 35 II wireless headphones. These are the first headphones that have support for theGoogle Assistantdigital companion and are priced at $349.95. Adding Google Assistant support to the QuietComfort 35 II allows owners of these Bose headphones to use their voice to order the headphones to play music, recite text messages from the owner’s phone, and get answers to questions....

July 17, 2025 · 2 min · 288 words · John Meyer

CloudMagic has 'graduated' and is now going by the name 'Newton' [Updated]

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. CloudMagic has ‘graduated’ and is now going by the name ‘Newton’ [Updated] July 21, 2025 Just as slinging a tassel across your hat and grabbing an elegant piece of paper won’t necessarily give you new abilities, such is the case with the email app formerly known as CloudMagic. However, the email client is getting a title and what its developers believe is the right to command a premium salary....

July 17, 2025 · 3 min · 478 words · Angela Jones

Diving into M: Revamped volume controls and Do Not Disturb mode

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Diving into M: Revamped volume controls and Do Not Disturb mode July 26, 2025 Android Lollipop was without a doubt the most massive change to Android since Ice Cream Sandwich, but all that change also brought a number of bugs, and some clunky implementation of certain features. Thankfully,Android Mis less about changing the formula and more about refining it, making its relationship to Lollipop similar to the role Jelly Bean played in refining what was first introduced with ICS....

July 17, 2025 · 2 min · 378 words · Patty Robinson

Exclusive deal: Enjoy the safety and benefits of VPNCity for only $1.99/month

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Exclusive deal: Enjoy the safety and benefits of VPNCity for only $1.99/month June 29, 2025 Trying to browse the ‘net without a VPN is like driving without a seatbelt. With how aggressive and crafty hackers have been, adding a VPN to your arsenal should be considered. If you’re interested in getting a VPN, you couldn’t have arrived at a better time....

July 17, 2025 · 2 min · 262 words · Mr. Michael Larson

FindMyPhone.com is on sale for a whopping $5 million

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. FindMyPhone.com is on sale for a whopping $5 million June 17, 2025 If you’ve ever lost your smartphone or had it taken from you, you’ve probably tried numerous procedures to try and get it back. Maybe you’ve trieddownloading a third-party application, or simply tried calling your device from another phone. If these methods haven’t helped you recover a lost or stolen phone in the past, perhaps you’ve done a quickGoogle search for “find my phone....

July 17, 2025 · 2 min · 268 words · Michael Leon

Galaxy Note 8 receives stable Android Pie update in Bulgaria, India, Slovakia

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Galaxy Note 8 receives stable Android Pie update in Bulgaria, India, Slovakia July 27, 2025 Android Piehas been out for over six months already, but many manufacturers are still working on updates for their devices. Fortunately, it looks likeGalaxy Note 8owners in three countries are finally receiving a sweet slice of Pie. SamMobilereports that the update for the Exynos variant has hit Bulgaria and Slovakia....

July 17, 2025 · 2 min · 240 words · Charles Cantrell

Galaxy S6 allegedly will offer aluminum chassis and subtly curved display

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Galaxy S6 allegedly will offer aluminum chassis and subtly curved display August 17, 2025 It’s no secret that Samsung isn’t having the best of years. Between adisastrous 3rd quarter earnings reportand the less-than-great performance of the Galaxy S5, Samsung really needs to hit the ball out of the park with the next-gen Galaxy S. The good news is that Samsung may finally be taking the (somewhat arguable) decline of the Galaxy S line seriously....

July 17, 2025 · 3 min · 549 words · Jesse Thomas

Gmail might add self-destructing emails in future update

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Gmail might add self-destructing emails in future update July 29, 2025 A few days ago, word got out that Googlewas working on a major revamp of Gmail, and later we posted what thatredesign will look likein a set of exclusive screenshots. Now, another report claims that Google is working on a new addition that will include self-destructing email features....

July 17, 2025 · 2 min · 294 words · Jessica Velasquez

Google Hangouts to hang around, focus on business users

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Google Hangouts to hang around, focus on business users July 06, 2025 According to a report onEngadget, Hangouts will still be around, though Google will now focus the product on its business users. That’s pretty much in line with Google’srecent comment to Business Insider, when a company spokesperson had said that the company was “continuing to invest in Hangouts and it will remain a standalone product....

July 17, 2025 · 3 min · 485 words · Gregory Morris

Google Pixel pricing could start at $649, but financing will be an option

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Google Pixel pricing could start at $649, but financing will be an option July 14, 2025 We’re closing in on theOctober 4th unveilingof the newGoogle Pixelsmartphones, and the rumors are coming in thick and fast. The latest suggests that these phones might be a bit more expensive than previous Nexus handsets, with prices potentially starting at $649. This isn’t the first time that this price has been floated for the new Pixel phones, however it was was previously thought that this seemingly high price tag would be reserved for the larger Pixel XL....

July 17, 2025 · 2 min · 336 words · Katherine Harris