Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR Perplexity users complained about hitting weekly advanced AI usage limits much faster despite reduced activity. The company confirmed it altered limits for accounts tied to promotional codes to combat fraud and unauthorized resales. Perplexity is working to clarify limits for affected users and will help anyone who believes they … Read More “Perplexity confirms reduced limits for some users following promo code crackdown” »
Robert Triggs / Android Authority TL;DR Apple is reportedly trying to make its AI features better with iOS 27. The company could introduce new writing tools and a grammar-checking feature. It is also working on AI shortcuts and new wallpaper creation features. Don’t want to miss the best from Android Authority? According to the report, … Read More “Apple may finally close the AI gap with Android in iOS 27” »
TL;DR Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide specs have leaked online once again, corroborating previous leaks. Expect a 7.6-inch folding screen, a 4,800mAh battery, 45W wired charging, and dual 50MP rear cameras. The source also posted purported Galaxy Z Fold 8 specs. Samsung is tipped to launch new foldable phones in July, and the Galaxy … Read More “Galaxy Z Fold 8, Wide Fold leak again, leaving little to imagination” »
C. Scott Brown / Android Authority TL;DR Homey is increasing prices for both the Homey Pro and Homey Pro Mini starting June 1, 2026. The company says rising RAM and storage costs, along with supplier price hikes from Raspberry Pi, are forcing it to raise prices. The news comes shortly after Homey expanded to Android … Read More “Homey Pro and Pro Mini are getting a big price hike next month” »
Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Google is rolling out a new “Thinking level” feature in the Gemini app. It will let users choose a “standard” or “extended” thinking level for their queries. Gemini will also soon get Canva, Instacart, and OpenTable integrations. Don’t want to miss the best from Android Authority? The new feature … Read More “Gemini adds “Thinking Levels” and new app integrations” »
Nick Fernandez / Android Authority TL;DR A new AYANEO handheld called the Pocket BLOCK has leaked online via images and a user guide. The leak shows off a Game Boy-style handheld that could be cheaper than the firm’s Pocket VERT. Our own digging has also revealed a 3,500mAh battery and 10W wired charging. We thought … Read More “A modern, cheap Game Boy handheld?” »
Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority TL;DR Amazon is ending technical support for several older Kindle models starting May 20, 2026, leaving many devices limited to offline reading with already-downloaded books. Kindle users are increasingly jailbreaking their devices to install apps like KOReader, mainly for better customization, file support, and freedom from Amazon’s restrictions. While jailbreaking … Read More “Kindle users are jailbreaking their devices after Amazon’s shutdown” »
Nick Fernandez / Android Authority TL;DR ANBERNIC has released a brand-new Linux distribution for its dual-screen RG DS handheld. This version of Linux supports both screens for system navigation and Nintendo DS emulation. The new OS can be installed on a microSD card, so you don’t have to wipe your Android installation. The ANBERNIC RG … Read More “This dual-screen Android handheld costs less than $100, but just got Linux” »
Bogdan Petrovan / Android Authority TL;DR Bluesky is currently experiencing issues. Thousands of users are reporting that the site is down. Bluesky says it is investigating elevated error rates. If you’re having trouble accessing the social media platform Bluesky, you’re not alone. Both the website and app appear to be experiencing widespread issues at the … Read More “Is Bluesky down for you? Here’s what’s going on” »
Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority TL;DR New strings discovered in Amazon’s recently pulled Kindle firmware reference battery replacement support. The findings surfaced as the EU moves toward stricter battery repairability requirements for consumer electronics. The changes could hint that Amazon is preparing for easier Kindle battery replacements and first-party repair kits in the future. Amazon … Read More “Amazon’s next Kindle upgrade might be a replaceable battery” »
