5 features Android widgets still need, even after Google’s big overhaul
Android widgets are evolving, but they are still not there yet.
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The Oura Ring 5 is the smart ring I’ve been waiting for, but the Fitbit Air ruined it
The Oura Ring 5 seems to be the smart ring I've been waiting for. There's just one problem: I'm in love with the Fitbit Air.
Source: Android Authority
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The Painful Truth About Long Covid
There might finally be a way forward for long Covid treatment—if only you were allowed to talk about it.
Source: WIRED
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This Pixel stronghold is finally getting its first physical Google store
The move comes after Google passed Samsung to be the number-two brand in the country.
Source: Android Authority
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Websites Can Now Spy on You Through Your Hard Drive
Thanks to the newly detailed FROST technique, telltale SSD activity can be measured in the browser using simple JavaScript.
Source: WIRED
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Samsung’s upcoming wide Galaxy Z Fold 8 spied in public for the first time
Real-world testing for Samsung's next foldables appears to be well underway, as it should.
Source: Android Authority
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Everyone Has Their Targets Set on the MacBook Neo
Dell, Microsoft, and others are unveiling new laptops to compete directly with the Neo, but not all are learning the right lessons from Apple.
Source: WIRED
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WP Maps Pro bug exploited to create admin accounts on WordPress sites
Hackers are targeting WordPress websites running a vulnerable version of the WP Maps Pro plugin, which allows creating rogue administrator accounts without authentication. [...]
Source: BleepingComputer
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These are the 5 best Android apps I use that aren’t on the Play Store
These open-source apps have earned a permanent spot on my Android phone, but sadly, you won’t find them on the Play Store.
Source: Android Authority
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I’m trying to cut down my subscriptions, but I still gladly pay for these apps
I still pay for three apps on a monthly basis, which is far less than I used to. The total bill comes in at $45 per month, which feels steep.
Source: Android Authority
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Are the big 3 carriers teaming up to stop Starlink? It sure looks like it
As T-Mobile and other carriers move away from Starlink, the company finds itself in an interesting position.
Source: Android Authority
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I hate mobile games, but I’ve been playing this one for years
One-tap mechanics, zen visuals, and no learning curve are what make Alto's Odyssey the perfect game for people like me.
Source: Android Authority
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M-Audio M Track Duo HD Producer Pack Review: Hot Takes, Cold Opens
The M-Track Duo HD Producer Pack removes the last remaining excuse for terrible audio and potentially terrible opinions.
Source: WIRED
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I found an app that’s basically Good Lock for my Pixel — and I can’t live without it
Until Google gives us a Good Lock equivalent for for Pixels, Essentials is the next best thing.
Source: Android Authority
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Wi-Fi Router vs. Mesh System: Which Is Best for You?
Find out whether a single Wi-Fi router or a mesh system makes the most sense for your home network.
Source: WIRED
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Google isn’t the one ruining Android. It’s the apps you use every day
The real reason Android feels less polished than iPhone isn't hardware anymore.
Source: Android Authority
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As Kindle gets more restrictive, this Android E-Ink tablet feels refreshingly open
BOOX pairs a sharp monochrome e-ink display with flexible Android software and stylus support. Find out more in this Go 10.3 Gen II review.
Source: Android Authority
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6 Best Prepaid Phone Plans (2026): Tello, Boost, Google Fi, More
Forget the pricey, postpaid cell plans and two-year contracts. Save with one of these WIRED-tested options from US Mobile, Boost, and Google Fi.
Source: WIRED
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