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Not having a bunch of stuff is the best way to save money. This is why I like multi-purpose devices like the Samsung Smart Monitor M8. Aside from being a great monitor for your computer, it doubles as a smart TV you can use to stream all your movies, shows, or online content. It is … Read more
Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Elon Musk has blamed a “massive cyberattack” for Monday’s multiple X outages, hinting at possible nation-state involvement. Cybersecurity experts have challenged Musk’s claims, suggesting that the attack used a botnet with worldwide IPs, not just from Ukraine. Elon Musk has claimed that a “massive cyberattack” was behind Monday’s widespread … Read more
Dhruv Bhutani / Android Authority TL;DR Apple is reportedly planning a major software overhaul later this year. The changes are believed to bring a more uniform software experience across Apple’s devices. Android should rightfully be concerned because the changes could further solidify Apple’s dominance in user experience and ecosystem integration. One of the biggest reasons … Read more
TL;DR We’ve spotted additional details about Gemini’s upcoming video generation capabilities. It looks like the feature’s usage may be capped for some users. We can now confirm the feature’s codename, providing further evidence of its development. Last month, we reported that Google might be developing a video generation feature for Gemini within the Google app. … Read more
Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR A Redditor has discovered that the second-generation Chromecast has an expired certificate authority, which is causing it to fail device authentication and stop working and being set up. As a workaround, users can bypass device authentication by following the steps mentioned below. If you have factory reset your Chromecast, … Read more
Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR WhatsApp is testing a new feature that lets users turn off their camera before accepting video calls. Right now, your front camera turns on automatically when you receive a video call, and you can only turn it off after answering. The feature was discovered in WhatsApp’s Android beta version … Read more
Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR The Pixel Weather app is pushing out a minor tweak to its 10-day forecast. Instead of just labeling the days of the week, the app is adding month and date. Some of us are absolute whizzes when it comes to days and dates — ask a person like that … Read more
Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google Chromecast (2nd Gen) and Chromecast Audio users are facing issues due to an authentication error. Users have tried multiple troubleshooting steps, but nothing works, while newer Chromecast models remain unaffected. Update: Google has acknowledged the issue and is advising users not to factory reset their devices. If you … Read more
Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR With the Play System update for March 2025, Google is bringing Thread network support to compatible devices for better smart home connectivity. The update also brings an improved interface for Cast Options settings. Google is also rolling out a new 2-column layout for Play Store reviews on large-screen devices. … Read more