Credit: Robert Triggs / Android Authority Google is offering a one-time free battery replacement for Pixel 7a units affected by battery swelling in select countries. Users outside supported regions can get appeasement offers that include up to $456 cash or a $300 Pixel discount, depending on warranty status. Affected users can use Google’s IMEI-based assessment … Read more
Credit: Ring I don’t know how I lived without a smart doorbell for so long. It helps me keep an eye on my front door, allows me to respond to visitors when I am not home, lets me know when a package arrives, and more. And you don’t have to spend too much on one! … Read more
Credit: Acer Are you looking for a capable Chromebook? The Acer Chromebook Plus 516 was just released, and it is looking like a very nice alternative for those who want a worthy casual laptop. It’s too new for any actual discounts, but Acer is sweetening the deal by including a free year of Google One … Read more
Credit: Sony Knowing I work in this field, I am always asked which camera is better for aspiring YouTubers and vloggers. I always answer that things like composition, hosting personality, and video editing will make a bigger difference in the beginning, so it’s best to focus on those intangible factors at first, even if you’re … Read more
Credit: Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority It’s been 20 years since the first YouTube video was ever uploaded. The video, “Me at the zoo,” was uploaded by YouTube co-founder Jawed Karim on April 23, 2005. On April 23, 2005, exactly 20 years ago today, a low-resolution, 18-second video titled “Me at the zoo” quietly went … Read more
Credit: Joe Maring / Android Authority Samsung is reportedly already working on One UI 8.5. The version number suggests it could potentially be the true follow-up to One UI 7. The software could debut alongside the Galaxy S26 series. Samsung has reportedly started developing One UI 8.5, even though One UI 8 hasn’t been officially … Read more
Credit: Apple via Amazon If you’re looking for an excellent tablet that won’t break the bank, your best current option is likely the Apple iPad A16. This is especially true considering it is at its record-low discounted price right now. You can buy the Apple iPad A16 for as low as $319.99, which is a … Read more
Credit: Anker via Amazon I just went on a quick weekend trip and realized how annoying it is to have to pack multiple chargers for all my devices. I always write about all these multi-port chargers, and wondered why I haven’t bought one yet. Here’s a nice deal on one of our favorite ones! The … Read more
Last year, Max announced its intent to start enforcing its rules against sharing account credentials. After a few months of warnings, the service will now make subscribers pay $8 a month to share their account. You’re limited to a single “Extra Member Add-On” outside your home. Without fail, streaming services are only getting more expensive. … Read more
Credit: Ryan Haines / Android Authority Samsung’s revamped weather app in One UI 8 has leaked. It features full-screen, real-time animations that reflect current weather conditions with cinematic effects. Weather effects now include animated people walking through rain, snow, or sunshine, creating a more immersive experience. Samsung’s Weather app appears to be getting a dramatic … Read more