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4 reasons why you should buy a Galaxy Z Fold 8, and 4 reasons why you should skip it
Samsung did a thing this year, making its foldables exciting again with the launch of the smaller, wider Galaxy Z Fold 8. It's basically the little brother of the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, a larger foldable that follows the taller and more square design of its predecessors. Apparently, the smaller Galaxy Z Fold 8 is very popular, as Samsung has highlighted a dramatic increase in preorders and has reportedly ramped up production. But…
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I finally found a magnetic phone grip I never want to remove
After it lived in my pocket for months, I broke down and bought an OhSnap Snap Stand. After it lived in my pocket for months, I broke down and bought an OhSnap Snap Stand. If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics statement. I told myself I wouldn’t buy an OhSnap accessory for my phone. Every one I’d tested was nice, but felt overpriced and…
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These are my favorite ultra-slim iPhone accessories for 2026 [Video]
I am always looking for ultra-slim accessories that complement my everyday carry, and I have usually been drawn to how slim tech companies and brands can make their products. Accessories that have excess bulk or lack organization, I tend to avoid. So, I have tested countless accessories, ranging from power banks to stands to magnetic cables and everything in between. So I wanted to share some of my absolute favorite accessories that are not…
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Marre de recharger votre smartphone ? Honor prépare une batterie absolument monstrueuse
Marre de recharger votre smartphone plusieurs fois par jour ? Un célèbre fabricant serait en train de développer un appareil disposant d’une énorme batterie, avec une autonomie hors du commun… Face à une concurrence toujours plus forte, les fabricants de smartphones doivent redoubler d’inventivité pour sortir du lot. Certains tentent de proposer des appareils toujours plus fins, à l’image d’Honor. En effet, l’année dernière, le fabricant chinois a auto-proclamé son Magic V5 comme étant…
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Pour moins de 200 €, quelle est la meilleure affaire entre le nouveau Xiaomi Redmi 17 et le Samsung Galaxy A17 ?
Trouver ou changer de smartphone sans se ruiner, c’est devenu un sacré casse-tête. La hausse des prix touche même l’entrée de gamme, rendant les modèles à moins de 200 euros de plus en plus rares. Heureusement, certaines promotions viennent régulièrement corriger le tir, comme sur ces deux références de chez Xiaomi et Samsung. D’un côté, le tout nouveau Xiaomi Redmi 17 qui mise sur un écran gigantesque et une autonomie XXL. De l’autre, le…
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Top Stories: iOS 27 Beta 5, iPhone 18 Pro Rumors, and More
Apple is likely winding down work on the initial release of iOS 27 as it prepares to install the operating system on new iPhone models coming next month, but some changes are still being made as we saw with the fifth round of betas this week. Other news and rumors this week included a look at an alleged battery from the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro Max, third-party accessories revealing some information about the foldable…
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Pixel 11 : Google veut en finir avec les photos trop artificielles grâce à cette nouveauté
Avec son prochain Pixel 11, Google joue une nouvelle carte qui pourrait sensiblement améliorer la qualité de ses photos. Cette nouvelle fonctionnalité accompagnera la sortie du prochain smartphone de la marque. Puissance, capacité de stockage, autonomie : les fabricants de smartphones redoublent d’inventivité pour se distinguer de la concurrence. Toutefois, l’un des principaux arguments de vente concerne le bloc photo des appareils, qui s’améliore d’année en année. L’Oppo Find X9 Ultra dispose par exemple…
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Android pratique : l’appli Google Loupe peut vous aider à lire les petits caractères
Si vous vous retrouvez régulièrement dans une situation où vous avez oublié vos lunettes et que vous devez lire des mots minuscules ou voir quelque chose de loin, cette application vous conviendra parfaitement. L'appli Loupe de Google, Ph. Jack Wallen/ZDNET. Si je ne porte pas mes lunettes, je ne peux pas lire, surtout les petits caractères. Peu importe à quel point j’étire mes bras, ces minuscules lettres restent floues. Je ne me sépare que…
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Thinking of buying the base Pixel 11? Here are 6 Pro camera features you’ll miss
Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission. Learn more. The Google Pixel 11 series is finally here, and there’s a lot to be excited about. All four phones get the Tensor G6 chipset, Gemini Intelligence, and a raft of other software features. Google’s new phones also have intriguing camera additions like Magic Capture and Camera Looks. Unfortunately, you’re missing out on a lot more camera features if you opt for the…
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Actualité : Comment dématérialiser son passe Navigo Annuel sur smartphone Android ou iPhone
© Ivan Marc/Shutterstock - Votre passe Navigo Annuel peut enfin être utilisé avec votre smartphone. Petit à petit, mois après mois, Île-de-France Mobilités modernise son application et son réseau. Cet été 2026, le gros chantier était d'offrir la possibilité aux abonnés au passe Navigo Annuel, aujourd'hui entre 1 et 2 millions, d'utiliser leur forfait et de le valider aux bornes directement depuis leur smartphone pour pouvoir se passer de carte. En juillet, ce sont…
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Is the Pixel 11’s Tensor G6 actually a good upgrade from the G5? I crunched the numbers
Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission. Learn more. Google unveiled the Pixel 11 series last week, powered by its new Tensor G6 processor. And, in typical Google fashion, it’s surprisingly light on the details of its latest flagship silicon, just as it was with the Tensor G5 and last year’s Pixel 10 series. Still, we know quite a bit about the Tensor G6, both from Google’s own claims and from…
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Best Google Pixel 11 and Pixel 11 Pro screen protectors
Google's small-sized duo shares a 6.3-inch 120Hz Actua OLED display with a peak brightness of 3000 nits. So while the Pixel 11 and Pixel 11 Pro may not be able to share cases, the best Google Pixel 11 and Pixel 11 Pro screen protectors are one and the same. Tempered glass provides the best shatter-proofing, whereas TPU and PET films provide better scratch resistance and touch response as they are thinner than glass. Some…
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5 Android phones you should buy instead of the Motorola Edge (2026)
Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission. Learn more. The Motorola Edge (2026) was announced this summer alongside a variety of other Motorola devices. While it’s not the most impressive device in terms of raw processing power, it holds a fairly intriguing camera package and an eye-catching new design this time around. Of course, it’s also a bit expensive for a mid-ranger, with a starting price of $600. Before deciding if…
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Votre VPN plombe-t-il vraiment l’autonomie de votre smartphone ? Ce que montrent les mesures réelles
Vous trouvez que votre smartphone tient moins longtemps qu’il ne devrait ? Le premier réflexe pourrait vous conduire à vérifier le menu Batterie pour identifier les applications les plus énergivores. Pour de nombreux utilisateurs, le VPN apparaît souvent parmi les premiers responsables. Pourtant, le pourcentage affiché ne correspond pas forcément à l’énergie réellement consommée par l’application. Tout le monde rêve d’un smartphone dont l’autonomie s’étend sur plusieurs jours, mais la révolution dans le domaine…
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Pixel 11 or Pixel 10a? Here’s why the Pixel 11 really is worth $400 more
Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission. Learn more. For years, Google’s A-series phones have been my default recommendation for anyone who wants a clean Android experience and a great camera without spending flagship money. The A-series distills much of what makes the full-blown Pixels great into an affordable package. However, with the launch of the Pixel 11, that gap has increased. Look, the Pixel 10a is a solid phone for…
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I tried 2 popular Flighty alternatives for Android, but there’s only one I’d pick
Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission. Learn more. The idea that developers often prioritize Apple’s ecosystem is something we hear all the time, and one of the best examples is Flighty. If you haven’t heard of it, Flighty is widely regarded as one of the best flight-tracking apps on iPhone. Despite years of requests from Android users, myself included, it still isn’t available on Android. Sure, there are plenty of…
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Pourquoi nos smartphones n’ont pas grillé en photographiant l’éclipse
Nous avons utilisé quatre smartphones différents pour prendre en photo l’éclipse du 12 août. L’idée était de comparer le Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, l’Oppo Find X9 Ultra, le Xiaomi 17 Ultra et le Google Pixel 10 Pro XL pour savoir lequel d’entre eux était le meilleur dans cet exercice très particulier. Nous avons déjà partagé nos résultats des meilleures photo d’éclipse au smartphone. Toutefois, il y a un détail que nous n’avions pas encore…
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Best Google Pixel 11 Pro XL screen protectors
All the best Google Pixel 11 Pro XL screen protectors prevent your mighty expensive Google flagship from cracking from drops and bumps. Even the smallest of scrapes or nicks can be a problem, as it might impair water-proofing. Why take the chance? Just install one of the finest screen guards as soon as your Pixel 11 Pro XL arrives and you will be golden. Grab one of these solid Pixel 11 Pro XL screen…
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Here’s everything new in Android 17 QPR2 Beta 3 [Gallery]
The preview for the December release continues today with a surprising Friday launch of Android 17 QPR2 Beta 3. Over the coming hours, we’ll dive into all of Android 17 QPR2 Beta 3’s new features and every single change. (The newest updates will be at the top of this list. Be sure to check back often and tell us what you find in the comments below.) Android 17 QPR2 Beta 2 screenshots appear on…
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Best Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold screen protectors
Screen protectors are incredibly helpful. They offer a second life to your phone. Now a foldable like the Pixel 11 Pro Fold has two screens, so that means there's twice as much potential damage that could be dealt. Thus, the best Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold screen protectors play a crucial role in protecting and preserving both the folding and non-folding displays of your precious new Google device. Here are your best options, be…
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Android 17 QPR2 Beta 3 for Pixel rolling out
Following the last release at the start of last week, Google is rolling out Android 17 QPR2 Beta 3 for Pixel devices in a rare Friday drop. So far, it is the biggest update this cycle. Android 17 QPR2 greatly expands Dynamic Color theming on Pixel Android 17 QPR2 lets you customize Pixel Quick Settings layout Android 17 QPR2 brings system blur to the Pixel lockscreen Unlike the last release, we have a changelog…
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Apple adds new MacBook Air configs, iPhone 16 Plus models, more to refurb store
Apple has expanded its Certified Refurbished Store this week with a handful of new MacBook Air and MacBook Pro configurations. It also includes unique iPhone 16 Plus models, Apple Watch, and more. Apple’s Certified Refurbished Store is a great way to save up to 15% on Apple gear. Inventory on Apple’s Certified Refurbished Store can change quickly. That’s why we post this story: so you know what’s in stock and can quickly make a…
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9to5Mac Daily: August 14, 2026 – Apple TV news, iPhone 18 expectations
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsored by Backblaze: Backup you can rely on. Save 20% with code 9to5daily. New episodes of 9to5Mac Daily are recorded every weekday. Subscribe to our podcast in Apple Podcast or your favorite podcast player to…
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Should You Buy an iPhone 17 Now or Wait for iPhone 18?
For the first time since Apple started selling standard and "Pro" iPhones, we're not going to get an entry-level iPhone model this fall. Apple doesn't plan to release an iPhone 18 in September, and will only launch the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and foldable iPhone Ultra. The lower-cost iPhone 18 won't come out until spring 2027. Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos. With prices rumored to be going…
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