TL;DR Google is bringing new features to media apps on Android Auto. Developers will be able to use new components, expanded headers, spotlight sections, and more to offer a better app experience. Apps like Spotify, YouTube Music, Gaana, and others are already incorporating the new features. Don’t want to miss the best from Android Authority? … Read More “Media apps are getting a major glow up in Android Auto” »
Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority TL;DR Android 17 is introducing a new “Metric Style” notification template for Live Updates, expanding the feature to health, fitness, timers, and travel apps. The template allows apps to showcase up to three distinct data points simultaneously across the Always-On Display, lock screen, and status bar. The notification layout dynamically … Read More “Android 17 expands Live Updates to travel, health and fitness, and timer apps” »
Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR T-Mobile is running several offers that let existing customers upgrade to Pixel 10 series devices for free. You can get an $800 credit if you upgrade to Pixel 10 on an existing T-Mobile Experince plan. Similar offers are also available for Pixel 10a, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro … Read More “T-Mobile’s latest loyalty perk is a free Pixel 10, but here’s the fine print” »
TL;DR Honor is reportedly launching a magnetic rear display for its upcoming phone. It can be used as a selfie mirror, and also as a remote camera button. It’s not expected to be very pricey, either. Magnetic rear displays for smartphones are getting quite popular, and some phones like the Xiaomi 17 Ultra and the … Read More “Samsung and Google should copy this idea for their phones” »
Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR Google has announced a new OS verification tool for Android 17. In addition to looking for on-device red flags, the tool incorporates a verification mode that requires a second device. While not yet functional, we’re starting to get a look at how this two-device workflow will operate. Knowing that … Read More “Here’s how Android 17 OS verification is going to work” »
Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR AT&T is adding a new admin/regulatory fee to its prepaid plans, a first for any of the big carriers. Starting June 22, AT&T will charge a $2.63 fee, which is still slightly cheaper than the postpaid fee of $3.99. If history repeats itself, Verizon and T-Mobile could very likely … Read More “AT&T is the first carrier to charge an admin fee for its prepaid plans” »
TL;DR AYANEO will be holding a product sharing session on May 21, 2026. The company is teasing that it will unveil new products during this event. AYANEO also mentions that it will share its “vision for the future.” AYANEO, maker of the Pocket Vert and KONKR FIT, has been affected by the ongoing RAM shortage, … Read More “More portable gaming goodness? AYANEO confirms new product reveals this week” »
TL;DR BOOX officially unveiled the new Poke 7 and Poke 7 Pro compact e-readers after teasing the lineup last week. Both models feature refreshed designs, 6-inch 300ppi monochrome e-ink displays, expandable storage, and BOOX’s open Android approach. The lineup is set to launch in China on May 21, with a global launch unconfirmed. BOOX has … Read More “A new pair of e-readers just made Kindle look even more restrictive” »
TL;DR Google Health introduces a new stats widget. The widget can fit up to six fitness metrics at a time. Tapping the heart icon in the top left corner will open the app. As Google announced earlier this month, the Fitbit app is being transformed into the Google Health app. In addition to delivering a … Read More “Google Health brings a powerful new widget to your home screen” »
Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR Google’s upgraded Search experience will introduce new AI-powered shopping ads. When searching for an item, Gemini will pull up relevant sponsored products and provide a brief explainer on why you should buy. Search will also offer ads that feature a built-in chatbot, allowing you to ask questions about a … Read More “Google Search’s AI evolution comes with extra ad baggage” »
