TL;DR Android boss Sameer Samat has quashed concerns that the platform will gain an Apple-style Liquid Glass redesign. The denial comes after he posted a teaser video showing the Android mascot with a glass-like appearance. Samat said that an Apple-style overhaul was “not happening!” Google is set to hold The Android Show event on May … Read More “Google says it’s not about to reveal a Liquid Glass makeover for Android” »
TL;DR Counterpoint Research has revealed its list of the best-selling smartphones for the first quarter of the year. The top-selling Android phone was the Galaxy A07 4G, with two other 4G phones in the top ten. Other Android phones on the list include the Galaxy A17 5G, Galaxy A36, and Galaxy A56. The smartphone market … Read More “Some of the best-selling Android phones in 2026 skip a feature you take for granted” »
Rita El Khoury / Android Authority TL;DR Google’s May 2026 update for the Pixel 10 series blocks downgrades to older Android versions by updating the bootloader. Users say devices can become unrecoverable if they enter certain recovery modes without access to Google’s internal tools. The issue has been raised for years, but Google has yet … Read More “Pixel 10’s May update blocks Android downgrades” »
Shimul Sood / Android Authority TL;DR A Harvard-backed project called Keyring aims to keep your identity on your device rather than scattered across company servers, reducing the amount of personal data you have to hand over online. It only shares the minimum required information for verification, like confirming your age without revealing your full date … Read More “Keyring by Harvard explores a new future beyond Google Wallet” »
TL;DR Ultrahuman has launched a new Kickstarter campaign for the Ring PRO, bundled with the brand’s Mini Charger and PowerPlug discounts. The smart ring promises up to 15 days of battery life, updated sensors, and a titanium build. Kickstarter pricing starts at $299 before climbing through additional tiers up to $449. Ultrahuman is back on … Read More “Oura’s subscription-free rival is back on Kickstarter with a tempting new bundle” »
Update: May 5, 2026 (3:11 PM ET): A Verizon spokesperson has confirmed to Android Authority that the fiber cuts impacting wireless service have been repaired and service is back online. Update: May 5, 2026 (11:59 AM ET): A Verizon spokesperson has confirmed in a statement to Android Authority that fiber cuts in Western Pennsylvania are … Read More “Is Verizon down for you? You’re not alone (Update: Service restored)” »
C. Scott Brown / Android Authority TL;DR Code within One UI 9 leaked build suggests that Samsung will let users choose between Finder and Google as their home screen search service. New settings will likely allow users to display Finder, Google, both, or neither on their home screen. This feature follows the One UI 8.5 … Read More “Samsung may soon let you pick your preferred home screen search” »
Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority TL;DR The Fitbit app is failing to show data for some users. The cause of the behavior is unknown. A Fitbit forum moderator recommends restarting affected devices and apps. It looks like the Fitbit app is acting up for quite a few users. According to posts on Reddit, the app’s … Read More “The Fitbit app’s redesigned Today screen is bugged for some users” »
Hadlee Simons / Android Authority TL;DR A new report claims that the release date for the Galaxy Ring 2 has been pushed to early 2027. The speed of market growth, the launch schedule of flagship products, and marketing are cited as reasons for the delay. Samsung is reportedly aiming to extend battery life up to … Read More “Samsung wants Galaxy Ring 2 to fix the original’s weaknesses” »
TL;DR The Android Show I/O Edition is all set to take place on May 12 at 10 AM PT/1 PM ET. The pre-recorded show will be livestreamed on YouTube, giving Android its own dedicated showcase ahead of Google I/O 2026. Google has promised that this will be one of the biggest years for Android. After … Read More “Google officially reveals The Android Show I/O Edition, teases huge year ahead” »
