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Android Authority ·last mo.

Google's new Gemini-powered smart speaker is finally available for pre-order

TL;DR The Google Home Speaker is available for pre-order starting today for $99. 99. The speaker comes with Gemini functionality and, for a limited time, a six-month subscription to Google Home Premium.

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The Verge ·1 hr. ago

The hook is the hook.

It’s just a hook, sewn into a bag, but I really, really like it. Peak Design is so proud of its clever integration that the San Francisco-based maker of camera gear gave it a name: BagLev, for its ability to keep its…

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Digital Trends ·1 hr. ago

OnePlus 16 could get a display that finally puts Samsung on notice

OnePlus is gearing up for the launch of the OnePlus 16, and if the latest leak holds up, the phone’s display could be its biggest talking point.

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Android Authority ·2 hr. ago

Your Pixel could soon help you diagnose issues with calls, mobile data, and Wi-Fi

Your Pixel could soon help you diagnose issues with calls, mobile data, and Wi-Fi Aug 17, 2026 — 2:52 AM ET - Google is working on a new “Connectivity health” feature for Pixel devices.

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Android Authority ·2 hr. ago

Anthropic reveals how Claude secretly watermarks AI-written text

Anthropic reveals how Claude secretly watermarks AI-written text Aug 17, 2026 — 3:33 AM ET - Anthropic has revealed how Claude’s text watermark system will work.

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Android Authority ·2 hr. ago

Android 17 QPR 2 Beta 3 takes cell network security to the next level

Android 17 QPR 2 Beta 3 takes cell network security to the next level Aug 17, 2026 — 4:43 AM ET - Android 17 QPR 2 Beta 3 introduces a SIM security timeline to track and store records of modem-detected threats, such as…

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Android Authority ·2 hr. ago

I replaced Duolingo with Gemini, and it’s (almost) the perfect alternative

I replaced Duolingo with Gemini, and it’s (almost) the perfect alternative Aug 17, 2026 — 5:00 AM ET I’ve seen a few of my colleagues ditch Duolingo over recent years, and I can’t blame them.

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Android Authority ·2 hr. ago

Pixels could soon get AI-powered 'Battery Usage Summaries'

Pixels could soon get AI-powered 'Battery Usage Summaries' Aug 17, 2026 — 5:00 AM ET - Google is working on a new AI-powered “Battery Usage Summaries” feature for Pixel devices.

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Androidcentral ·5 hr. ago

Google Pixel 12 Pro Fold: Everything we know so far and want to see

Google made a few changes to the Pixel 11 Pro Fold, and the result is a foldable that's lighter, faster, and has a better main camera than last year's Pixel 10 Pro Fold.

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