Tushar Mehta / Android Authority TL;DR The April update for ROG Xbox Ally handhelds includes several features that improve docked play. Both versions of the Xbox Ally can now switch video output to connected displays more seamlessly, among other improvements. ROG Xbox Ally X now has access to a preview of Microsoft’s AI upscaling tech … Read More “ROG Xbox Ally update makes the handhelds work better with TVs” »
Jonathan Feist / Android Authority TL;DR Dreame has launched the A3 AWD Pro robotic mower and L60 robot vacuum series in the US at its DREAME NEXT event in San Francisco. The A3 AWD Pro uses pure LiDAR and AI vision with no boundary wires or RTK required, while the Dreame L60 series delivers up … Read More “Dreame wants to bring its tech to your home, garden, and everywhere else in your life” »
Nathan Drescher / Android Authority TL;DR ChatGPT has been mentioning goblins unusually frequently for some time. The mentions were seemingly caused by a training quirk for ChatGPT’s retired “nerdy” personality type. A specific instruction in GPT-5.5 should tamp down on the inappropriate goblin mentions. Earlier this week, a post on the ChatGPT subreddit pointed out … Read More “Here’s why ChatGPT kept talking about goblins for a while” »
Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority TL;DR Kobo is now running a “This or That” quiz-based contest to dig into users’ reading personas. Prizes include Kobo Libra Colour bundles, gift cards, and Kobo Remotes. The contest is running now through May 12. A free e-reader has never been easier to try and win. Kobo is running … Read More “Kobo is giving away free e-readers, gift cards, and more — here’s how to enter” »
TL;DR You can now toggle which “Take notes for me” sections appear in your notes. The Summary section is now more concise and scannable. A “Decisions” section has been added to the Google Meet feature. Google recently announced that the Meet app’s “Take notes for me” feature would be expanding, allowing you to use the … Read More “Google Meet now lets you choose what’s included in your meeting notes” »
Andy Walker / Android Authority TL;DR Android Auto currently only has limited taskbar widget support. Last year we spotted Google working on new home screen widget support, codenamed “Earth.” The rough UI we saw at the time has received a major overhaul, hinting that it’s nearing completion. Android Auto has been stepping into the spotlight … Read More “Android Auto home screen widgets look nearly ready to go” »
Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google is expanding Gemini notebooks to the mobile app. The feature is available for both free and paid users. An expansion to additional countries in Europe will happen at a later date. Last year, Google rolled out an update for Gemini that introduced NotebookLM integration, allowing the AI to … Read More “Gemini notebooks expand beyond the web with mobile rollout” »
TL;DR DJI has teased the Osmo Pocket 4P’s upgrades. A new telephoto lens is the main highlight, delivering clear detail that surpasses standard 3x optical zoom. Expect 4K shooting at 240fps and a generous 128GB of built-in storage. This is the first time DJI has added a Pro badge to its handheld gimbal series, and … Read More “DJI just teased its first Pro pocket camera with a telephoto lens” »
Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR T-Mobile is offering $50 off your bill when you sign up for its T-Mobile credit card. While this offer technically already existed, it was previously limited to in-store sign-ups. To qualify, you just need to sign up using the offer found in the T-Life app. Last year, T-Mobile removed … Read More “T-Mobile makes it easier to save $50 when you sign up for its credit card” »
Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR Google is expanding its “Preferred Sources” tool. The Search feature is now rolling out globally for all supported languages. Tired of seeing spam sites, sponsored ads, AI slop, and other low-quality content dominate your Search results? Google rolled out a helpful solution last year called “Preferred Sources.” Now, the … Read More “Google Search is finally making it easier for everyone to find the news they care about” »
