Pixel 7a battery swelling? Google now offers free replacements and cold hard cash

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

All Ring Battery Doorbells are on sale!

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

The Apple iPad A16 drops back to its record-low price

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

This versatile 100W Anker Prime Charger is 41% off!

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

The party’s over for sharing Max passwords

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

Samsung’s weather app in One UI 8 is getting a dramatic makeover

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