Spotify Gaming hub launches library of video game OSTs, curated playlists

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Spotify Gaming hub launches library of video game OSTs, curated playlists August 22, 2025 The new Spotify Gaming hub is home to community-crafted playlists, Spotify curated collections, and even guest submissions from the likes of Polygon and Games Beat. While you might already have great collection of gaming playlists, these might help you discover new music while you’re exploring new worlds....

July 14, 2025 · 2 min · 263 words · Bryan Warren

Still rocking a HUAWEI phone? Harmony OS 2 is now available on these models

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Still rocking a HUAWEI phone? Harmony OS 2 is now available on these models August 08, 2025 More than two years into itsUS ban, HUAWEI is expanding the reach of its Harmony OS software. The companyaimsto install Harmony OS on 100 million devices before the end of the year. Working towards that goal, HUAWEI hasannouncedthe stable version ofHarmony OS 2is now rolling out to 65 devices....

July 14, 2025 · 2 min · 321 words · Brian Kim

The best online certificate programs for enhancing your career

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. The best online certificate programs for enhancing your career June 29, 2025 The best online certificate programs have the potential to transform your career and help you prepare for the future of work. This post will explain why you should be seeking out your own training and certifications, how you can pick the right qualifications for your line of work, and which certifications will ultimately lead to the biggest pay bump....

July 14, 2025 · 9 min · 1848 words · Ian Merritt

The Nothing Ear 1 transparent TWS earbuds are now on sale

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. The Nothing Ear 1 transparent TWS earbuds are now on sale July 18, 2025 Update: August 03, 2025 (7 AM ET):We have updated this article to include sale details of the Nothing Ear 1 earbuds. Read on for all the latest. Original article, Jun 01, 2025:After plenty of hype and anticipation, the Nothing Ear 1 noise-cancelling true wireless earbuds are available today....

July 14, 2025 · 4 min · 844 words · Jessica Ibarra

The OnePlus 7T is what the OnePlus 7 should've been

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. The OnePlus 7T is what the OnePlus 7 should’ve been August 12, 2025 One of the year’s most apathetic flagship releases might just be the OnePlus 7. It’s not that it’s a bad phone by any stretch, as we thought it was a great buy in ourOnePlus 7 review. But the vanilla OnePlus model felt more like a “OnePlus 6T 2019 edition” than a device worthy of a new number....

July 14, 2025 · 3 min · 431 words · Megan Graham

The US might finally be doing something about robocalls

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. The US might finally be doing something about robocalls June 02, 2025 Withrobocallscontinuing to plague consumers on a daily basis, Republican Senator John Thune and Democrat Senator Ed Markey unveiled bipartisan legislation that looks to impose stiffer penalties and force U.S. carriers to use call authentication technologies. According toReuters, the Telephone Robocall Abuse Criminal Enforcement and Deterrence (TRACED) Act focuses on four changes:...

July 14, 2025 · 2 min · 374 words · Tyler Jones

This is why the OnePlus Nord isn't coming to the US

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. This is why the OnePlus Nord isn’t coming to the US June 05, 2025 TheOnePlus Nordis scheduled to launch later this month, but it won’t be coming to the US. The manufacturerpreviously confirmedthat it’s only offering proper launches in Europe and India. Now, OnePlus co-founder Carl Pei has explained the firm’s reasoning in aninterview withAndroid Authority. “So if you look at our markets right now, like in India, we’re already doing really well and in Europe we’re growing really quickly with the channel expansion we’re doing there, so it makes sense to focus on those markets where we know for sure that this product is going to be a success,” Pei stated....

July 14, 2025 · 3 min · 478 words · Amy Juarez

TRANSFORMERS: Battle Tactics review

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. TRANSFORMERS: Battle Tactics review July 12, 2025 Transformers Battle Tactics is a PvP battle game where you assemble a group of Transformers and duke it out against other people live to see who built the better team. This title is unique because you’re able to use both Autobots and Decepticons together in your team and the entire game takes place online in PvP battles....

July 14, 2025 · 4 min · 842 words · Katelyn Lambert

Using Your Android Phone to Keep Stress Levels in Check

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Using Your Android Phone to Keep Stress Levels in Check July 05, 2025 The things smartphones can do nowadays never cease to amaze. The key to a lot of the functionalities afforded by smartphones is in the apps. There are apps for almost everything under the sun–from list-keeping apps, to note-taking apps, to health-related apps. An interesting app called Stress Check, developed by Azumio, falls under the latter category....

July 14, 2025 · 3 min · 458 words · Felicia Lambert

Watch out, Qualcomm: China set to launch $47 billion chip investment fund

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Watch out, Qualcomm: China set to launch $47 billion chip investment fund August 05, 2025 China is reportedly set to announce a new 300 billion yuan ($47.4 billion) investment fund for its semiconductor industry. The fund will be used to develop the sector as Beijing tries to narrow the gap between U.S. chipset manufacturers and its own players, theWall Street Journal (paywall)reported, citing sources familiar with the plans....

July 14, 2025 · 2 min · 355 words · Rachel Clay

We asked, you told us: Most of you switch off Bluetooth, NFC when not in use

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. We asked, you told us: Most of you switch off Bluetooth, NFC when not in use June 21, 2025 Do you switch off your smartphone’s Bluetooth and NFC radios when they’re not in use? It’s a seemingly harmless question that really got you all talking. In arecent poll, we asked for your views on your daily Bluetooth and NFC usage habits....

July 14, 2025 · 2 min · 326 words · Thomas Newman

What is cryptocurrency?

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. What is cryptocurrency? July 22, 2025 Cryptocurrency has been a hot topic of debate among businesses, government, and the general public for a while now. It’s similar to currencies like dollars and euros in that it holds value and allows you to make purchases. It’s also quite in terms of creation and use. So, what is cryptocurrency? It’s totally possible you’ve heard the word cryptocurrency before, but how much do you actually know about it?...

July 14, 2025 · 5 min · 1033 words · Kimberly Turner

What you need to know about USB-C audio

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. What you need to know about USB-C audio June 25, 2025 Seeing as many flagshipsditched the headphone jackso far, USB-C headphones became the default alternative to conventional 3.5mm earbuds. If you’re one who isn’t quite ready to embrace all-wireless listening, we’ve got you covered on everything you need to know about USB-C audio from the technicalities to actualities. See:SoundGuys’ best USB-C headphones...

July 14, 2025 · 4 min · 704 words · Kimberly Armstrong