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androidauthority.com > how-samsung-foldables-changed-three-years-3648323

I used the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Fold 4 to see how far Samsung foldables have come in 3 years

11+ hour, 10+ min ago  (296+ words) Throw it all together, and the Galaxy Z Fold 7 is a much bigger upgrade over the Galaxy Z Fold 4 after just three generations than you might expect. If you're a Galaxy Z Fold 4 owner like me and haven't upgraded yet,…...

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androidauthority.com > samsung-messages-end-of-service-3654928

RIP Samsung Messages: End-of-life date officially announced

17+ hour, 51+ min ago  (124+ words) Before Samsung Messages is gone for good, Samsung recommends users switch to Google Messages. The company's notice reads, "Upgrade your messaging experience" by switching to Google's app to ensure a "consistent messaging experience on Android." Samsung is also directing users…...

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androidauthority.com > nextdns-android-3652644

I tried NextDNS on Android, and it’s now my favorite way to block ads on my phone

1+ day, 9+ hour ago  (1011+ words) I recently wrote an article explaining why I prefer using a dedicated ad-blocking app on Android over the Private DNS feature. It seems many readers weren't too happy with my conclusion. In fact, in a survey we ran alongside that…...

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androidauthority.com > samsung-galaxy-s26-review-3650267

I spent two weeks with the Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26 Plus — and only one is worth buying

1+ day, 9+ hour ago  (1524+ words) Whenever new Galaxy S phones are released, the conclusion for them is usually the same: Get the baseline model if you want a compact phone, get the Plus if you want a bigger screen without spending too much, and get…...

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androidauthority.com > nothing-phone-4a-pro-review-3651036

The Nothing Phone 4a Pro brings the vibes and great value for under $500

1+ day, 10+ hour ago  (873+ words) My first experience with a Nothing smartphone was the Nothing Phone 3. For what was intended to be the company's first "true flagship," it didn't exactly blow me away, but I did fall in love with its design. It stood out;…...

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androidauthority.com > completely-switched-qi2-power-banks-3654539

I've completely switched to Qi2 power banks, and I can't go back

1+ day, 10+ hour ago  (505+ words) But over the last few months, something slowly shifted in the way I've been using the few Qi2 power banks I own. Of course, they charge my phone " I haven't figured out a magical trick to use them in a different…...

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androidauthority.com > galaxy-buds-able-battery-certification-3654877

More evidence for Samsung's secret new Galaxy Buds just surfaced

2+ day, 14+ min ago  (250+ words) Through an APK teardown earlier this month, we learned that Samsung appeared to be working on a new entry to the Galaxy Buds line. The text strings suggested that this entry may be called the "Galaxy Buds Able" and that…...

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androidauthority.com > perplexity-google-meta-class-action-3654860

Perplexity 'Incognito' chats might not be so private, lawsuit claims

2+ day, 2+ hour ago  (308+ words) Perplexity and other tech companies are in hot water for allegedly violating users" privacy. A proposed class action filed by an anonymous Perplexity user this week accuses the AI firm of sharing sensitive information with both Google and Meta without…...

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androidauthority.com > smartphone-ram-price-increase-3654712

How much will RAMageddon hike flagship prices? Top phone executive reveals the cost

2+ day, 10+ hour ago  (739+ words) Aamir is a qualified accountant and business lawyer who started dabbling with Android phones over a decade ago, thanks to a regretful low-end phone purchase. Since then, he has written news, reviews, tutorials, editorials, and more as a tech journalist…...

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androidauthority.com > refurbished-pixel-8a-only-cheap-pixel-id-buy-2026-3654569

Why the $339 Pixel 8a is the only cheap Pixel I’d buy in 2026

2+ day, 10+ hour ago  (371+ words) Consumer electronics are getting more expensive. From PCs to smartphones to game consoles, AI-induced component shortages have us all paying more for tech, and with global events once again constraining supply chains, the cost of those goods doesn't seem likely…...