Aamir Siddiqui / Android Authority TL;DR Apple partnered with MLS to broadcast a full match between LA Galaxy and Houston Dynamo FC using 15 iPhone 17 Pro Max units. This marked the first time a major live sports event was shot 100% on smartphones without traditional broadcast backups. Viewers appreciated the close-up angles but complained … Read More “Apple’s historic all-iPhone 17 Pro MLS broadcast draws criticism” »
TL;DR Some Retroid Pocket 5 owners have reported a crack appearing on their handheld. The crack seems to appear near screw holes, suggesting that over-tightened screws are to blame. This news comes a while after the firm’s Pocket Flip 2 was plagued by cracked hinges. Retroid makes some fantastic Android handhelds, but the firm’s great … Read More “Retroid Pocket 5 owners report that their handhelds are cracking” »
Aamir Siddiqui / Android Authority TL;DR Samsung has released the second One UI 9 beta for the Galaxy S26 series just two weeks after the first, moving significantly faster than the One UI 8.5 rollout. The 1,680MB update (firmware ZZEQ) includes the June 5, 2026, security patch and fixes key issues involving the lock screen, … Read More “Galaxy S26 series gets second One UI 9 beta release” »
Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR The Google app could soon get a new “Videos” tab. It will most likely show video recommendations based on your interests and search history. It could also include a search option, as well as a collections option similar to the already available “Images” tab within the app. Google could … Read More “The Google app could soon get a new “Videos” tab” »
Megan Ellis / Android Authority TL;DR Google could soon notify Android users when an installed app has been removed or delisted from the Play Store. The Play Store currently only alerts users via Play Protect for serious security threats, leaving out routine or voluntary developer removals. Strings found in Google Play Store v51.4.19 show work-in-progress … Read More “Google Play Store could soon warn you about dead apps” »
Screenshot TL;DR Luna, the maker of smart rings, will launch its first screenless fitness band in July. The company revealed the design of the Luna Band at CES 2026. Unlike Fitbit Air or WHOOP, Luna Band is likely to work without a subscription. Over the last few years, the fitness tracker market has shifted toward … Read More “This Fitbit Air rival skips a monthly subscription, and it finally has a launch date” »
TL;DR Full specs and official images of the Galaxy A27 have leaked. The phone could come in three colors: Light Pink, Black, and Blue. It could also get the Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 processor and a downgraded 5MP ultrawide-angle camera. Don’t want to miss the best from Android Authority? The new leak from MyMobiles showcases … Read More “Galaxy A27 leaked again with good and bad news” »
Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR Google Wallet’s new UI continues to roll out, and user opinions are divided. While some appreciate the new UI, others are upset that it hides their passes, requires extra taps to access options, and shrinks logos. The rollout of the new design has also been slow, leaving several users … Read More “Google Wallet’s new design has users deeply divided” »
Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR YouTube Music is testing new playlist sorting options, namely track title, artist, and album. The feature was spotted in app version 9.20.52 on Android, but it appears to be a gradual, server-side rollout. These standard alphabetical sorting tools bridge a massive feature gap with competitors like Spotify and Apple … Read More “YouTube Music is finally getting basic playlist sorting features” »
Hadlee Simons / Android Authority TL;DR Morphe users are now creating patches designed to remove ads from streaming apps like Paramount Plus and Disney Plus on Android TV. A Reddit user says they used Claude to create Android TV patches for Paramount Plus that remove ads from the streaming experience. Disney Plus patches are also … Read More “Morphe users are now patching streaming apps beyond YouTube to skip ads on Android TV” »
