HUAWEI Mate 8 could have beastly specs

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. HUAWEI Mate 8 could have beastly specs July 12, 2025 Huawei’sAscend Mate 7last year was an impressive handset and this year, the Chinese company introduced theMate SatIFA, beforepartnering with Google on the Nexus 6P. Now, HUAWEI looks set to introduce another flagship this year in the form of the Mate 8 and if these leaked specs are correct, it could be an absolute beast....

August 12, 2025 · 2 min · 407 words · Mark Thomas

John Legere apologizes to EFF but continues to defend Binge On

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. John Legere apologizes to EFF but continues to defend Binge On July 06, 2025 If you’ve been following theT-MobileBinge On throttling fiasco, or ‘optimizing’ misunderstand if you prefer, then you probably know that the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) was rather outspoken about the fact that Bring On’s bandwidth limitations apply to all video services and is enabled by default. After dismissing the throttling allegations just last week and breaking out some of his trademarkcolourful language, T-Mobile CEOJohn Legerehas now issued an open letter to consumers in which he apologizes “for offending EFF and its supporters”....

August 12, 2025 · 2 min · 320 words · Bryan Martin

Kirin 710 reportedly in the works: Is HUAWEI giving its mid-range phones a boost?

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Kirin 710 reportedly in the works: Is HUAWEI giving its mid-range phones a boost? July 04, 2025 Huawei’s mid-range Kirin chips are in need of a refresh. Since the Kirin 650 in 2016, they’ve packed the same lightweight octa-core Cortex-A53 cores, an ancient GPU, and 16nm manufacturing processes. They might soon see a rejuvenation too, as the HiSilicon Kirin 710 SoC is said to be in the works....

August 12, 2025 · 3 min · 492 words · Dr. Angela White

Klipsch goes smart and quiet for CES 2020 with latest headphone line

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Klipsch goes smart and quiet for CES 2020 with latest headphone line July 10, 2025 Klipsch beats other audio companies to the punch, announcing its latest line oftrue wireless earbudsand wireless headphones. The company retains its famed high-quality audio sound while adding new features into the mix like smart technology and active noise-cancelling. The Klipsch T5 true wireless ANC smart earphones are posturing to outperform the likes of theApple AirPods Pro and Sony WF-1000XM3....

August 12, 2025 · 4 min · 695 words · Taylor Young

LG G5 could get Android 7.0 Nougat update in mid-November

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. LG G5 could get Android 7.0 Nougat update in mid-November June 23, 2025 An Australian wireless carrier has posted word that theLG G5could start getting its over-the-air update toAndroid 7.0 Nougatsometime in mid-November. The report comes from the newly refreshed Android Software Updates support page from Optus. The listing for the LG G5 shows that Android 7.0 is currently in testing for the smartphone and it is “expected” to be released for those customers in mid-November....

August 12, 2025 · 2 min · 302 words · Diana Anderson

LG reveals the Nexus 5X-like LG U with octa-core processor and 3000 mAh battery

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. LG reveals the Nexus 5X-like LG U with octa-core processor and 3000 mAh battery July 21, 2025 LG has just revealed the LG U, a mid-range smartphone that comes in a familiar packaging. From the front, the new 5.2-inch handset is essentially the same as that of its Google-branded device from last year, theNexus 5X. Featuring almost identical weight and dimensions as the 5X (35 grams and 147....

August 12, 2025 · 2 min · 296 words · Jeff Bauer

LG wants to bring the G6's tiny bezels to mid-range phones

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. LG wants to bring the G6’s tiny bezels to mid-range phones June 29, 2025 Listen to LG talk about the G6’s 18:9 aspect ratio and it’s clear the company believes 2:1 is the future, not only of cinema but also of digital media consumption. This is all fine and good. But theLG G6has a noticeably “tall and skinny” look, one that would only be exacerbated on a cheaper phone without the luxury of flagship-size bezels above and below the display....

August 12, 2025 · 3 min · 472 words · Joseph Simpson

Model numbers seemingly confirm there will be three Galaxy S10 variants

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Model numbers seemingly confirm there will be three Galaxy S10 variants June 16, 2025 Only a few days ago, we reported information that suggeststhere will be four versions of the Samsung Galaxy S10, codenamed Beyond 0, Beyond 1, Beyond 2, and Beyond 2 5G. Now, viaSamMobile, we have three leaked model numbers forthe Samsung Galaxy S10 line. The fact that there are three model numbers seemingly confirms that there will be at least three variants of the Samsung Galaxy S10, which is one more than the usual two....

August 12, 2025 · 3 min · 484 words · David Klein

Netmarble's new MMO strategy game is called Iron Throne (Update: Available now!)

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Netmarble’s new MMO strategy game is called Iron Throne (Update: Available now!) August 01, 2025 Updated 21-08-2025 at 2:26 P.M. EST: Netmarble’s latest title Iron Throneis available nowfrom the Google Play Store. In addition to standard MMO strategy gameplay teased a few weeks ago, it will feature several other battle-focused game modes, including a battle royale mode to match current gaming trends....

August 12, 2025 · 2 min · 358 words · Lisa Anderson

Nokia 8 camera left you wanting? Expect improvements, ARCore with Android Pie

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Nokia 8 camera left you wanting? Expect improvements, ARCore with Android Pie June 19, 2025 TheNokia 8was a great debut flagship for HMD Global, offering a powerful chipset, slick design, and lightweight take on Android. It didn’t have the greatest camera quality though, but the manufacturer is hard at work on an update. The news emerged after a Nokia 8 owner tweeted at HMD Global executive Juho Sarvikas, complaining about camera and face unlock updates for the device....

August 12, 2025 · 2 min · 247 words · Matthew Anderson

Not releasing Bixby at launch is a slap in the face to Galaxy S8 users

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Not releasing Bixby at launch is a slap in the face to Galaxy S8 users June 14, 2025 Those of you waiting to try out Samsung’s new digital assistant will have to remain patient for a little longer than expected. As reported yesterday, Bixby, which will make its debut on theGalaxy S8 and S8 Plus, won’t offer all of the features we were expectingat launch in the US....

August 12, 2025 · 4 min · 724 words · Dawn Hudson

Philips Hue debuts new smart lighting solutions for your yard

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Philips Hue debuts new smart lighting solutions for your yard July 29, 2025 Last nightLIFX announced several new lighting productsforCES 2020. Now it’s Philips Hue’s turn. While LIFX focused on indoor lighting, Hue is expanding its outdoor range with new smart wall lights and low-voltage fixtures. The wall-mounted Appear is a unique triangle of light that is designed to add a bit of curb appeal to the outside of your home....

August 12, 2025 · 2 min · 296 words · Ryan Barker

Quick look at Android Auto in Ford cars at CES 2016

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Quick look at Android Auto in Ford cars at CES 2016 August 10, 2025 Before the official start ofCES 2016,Ford announced support for Android Autoin their upcoming vehicle portfolio, and we are here, speaking with Mike Lambert, a Mobile Navigation Engineer at Ford, to see exactly what that entails. Let’s take a look! Ford already has an in-built infotainment system in place, called Sync 3, that is available with select 2016 models and all upcoming 2017 vehicles, starting with the 2017 edition Ford Escape seen in the video above....

August 12, 2025 · 3 min · 521 words · Teresa Bailey