The big names in the artificial intelligence industry don’t always get along. We’ve seen lawsuits between AI companies and intense rivalries between leaders that turn into all-out feuds. But it seems that they generally agree on at least one thing: AI should not be used to create biological weapons. CEOs of some of the world’s … Read More “AI Leaders Call for Rules on Synthetic DNA to Limit Bioweapons Risk” »
Stephen Headrick / Android Authority TL;DR Google is preparing for the rollout of “Rambler” in Gboard. The latest beta of Gboard introduces a toggle for the voice-to-text feature. Google is also making preparations to remove Pixel Studio from its virtual keyboard. During Google I/O 2026, the Mountain View-based firm revealed a new feature coming to … Read More “Get ready to ramble: Google lays groundwork for Gboard’s voice typing upgrade” »
The Nintendo Switch 2 is my favorite gaming handheld right now, but its battery life is still a weak point compared to older Switches. Belkin’s new $100 battery pack and grip combo accessory, called the Charging Grip, solves some of the battery issues and even handheld comfort. But it makes the Switch 2 a lot … Read More “Belkin’s Pricey New Battery Grip Makes My Switch 2 Feel Like a Steam Deck” »
Last year, Xiaomi launched the 17, 17 Pro, and 17 Pro Max in September, while vivo and Oppo came out with the X300, X300 Pro, Find X9, and Find X9 Pro in October. According to a new rumor from China, Xiaomi will launch the 18 series this September, which is hardly surprising. However, the source … Read More “Here's when the Xiaomi 18 series, vivo X500 family, and Oppo Find X10 devices are rumored to launch” »
Andy Walker / Android Authority TL;DR Google Drive shows early evidence of work on a new account switching interface. While functionality identical, the new UI is much more compact. That change could reduce excess scrolling in apps with lots of content on this screen. Some of us will go our entire lives working with just … Read More “Google preps a tight new account switcher for its Android apps” »
Verdict The Razr Fold is a stylish and impressively polished first book-style foldable from Motorola, getting the big things right with lovely displays, a minimal crease, dependable battery life and a genuinely strong camera setup. It’s not quite flawless, with overcooked AI features and performance that doesn’t feel fully unleashed, but it still makes a … Read More “A foldable that nails the essentials” »
Not very agricultural Ironically, that extra refinement makes the Solterra feel less like a true Subaru, at least to me. Its distinctive boxer engines aren’t the most refined in the world, but they do add character, as does the mechanical all-wheel drive. Here, the drive experience is rather anodyne, albeit entirely acceptable for a daily … Read More “It doesn’t feel very agricultural: The 2026 Subaru Solterra review” »
Meta’s Oversight Board, the independent governing body that makes policy recommendations to the tech company, said Thursday that Meta’s account deactivations lack due process, violations are doled out without clarity, and there’s little customer support for appeals. The board, which recently received increased funding to continue its work through 2028, launched the investigation into Meta’s … Read More “Meta’s Oversight Board says account bans lack due process, transparency” »
Jonathan Feist / Android Authority A robot vacuum is only truly useful if it does its job well and genuinely saves you time. Otherwise, you’ve bought a circular roommate that demands attention. The Roborock Qrevo S5V did a sparkling job of impressing us, earning a 4.5-star score in our review, and it’s now down to … Read More “One of our favorite robot vacuums is 33% cheaper right now” »
Let’s be honest, most flagship Android phones that won’t bankrupt you tend to disappoint on performance, and the ones that genuinely deliver tend to sit at prices that feel increasingly difficult to justify. But with the Google Pixel 10 Pro now sitting at just £519 on giffgaff, down from £999 and saving you £480 in … Read More “The Pixel 10 Pro has dropped to £519, making it very hard to ignore” »
