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Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. LG just fixed a bug that left 10 million G3 smartphones vulnerable July 08, 2025 Last Thursday,Cynetrevealed that their researchers, in collaboration with BugSec, had discovered a pretty serious vulnerability affectingLG G3smartphones. They let LG know about the issue prior to publicizing it, and the company reacted quickly. A patch is now available that closes the data-theft hole, and LG is encouraging all G3 owners to update their devices as soon as possible....

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Mi Note Pro vs Note 4: specs comparison July 08, 2025 Xiaomi’s newly announcedMi Note seriesis a little more expensive than what we would usually expect from the low-cost Chinese smartphone company. The hardware specifications, price tag and even the name, suggests that Xiaomi is targeting some of the industry’s more premium brands this time around. So let’s see if Xiaomi’s Mi Note Pro is really worthy of the name, by sticking it up against Samsung’s mightyGalaxy Note 4in a head-to-head spec battle....

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Mpow Car Phone Air Vent Mount review: Versatility meets affordability June 05, 2025 Mpow Car Phone Air Vent Mount What we like What we don’t like A bad car mount could mean trouble. One of the popular options you’ll find out there is the Mpow Car Phone Air Vent Mount. Is it the right copilot for your road adventures? We’ve taken it on a few trips across the city and are ready to tell you all about it in this Mpow Car Phone Air Vent Mount review....

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Not sold on Zoom? Here are the 8 best Zoom alternatives to consider. July 22, 2025 Zoomis one of the best and most popular video conferencing platforms out there. It’s used to host one-on-one or group meetings as well as webinars. However, it’s not the only one of its kind, as there are plenty of Zoom alternatives available to choose from....

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. OEMs should consider selling their apps on the Play Store June 13, 2025 It’s no secret global smartphone hardware shipments are plateauing. Customers arekeeping their phones for longereach year and a number of high-caliber manufacturers’finances are being squeezed. It’s not a great time to be a mid-tier player in the hardware game, but software revenue from the Google Play Store continues toincrease year-on-year....

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Oivo Charging Stand for Nintendo Switch Controllers review: Gets the job done June 25, 2025 Oivo Charging Stand for Nintendo Switch Controllers What we like What we don’t like If you’re like me, you have a drawer or shelf filled with gaming controllers, cables, accessories, and other assorted knick-knacks. It can feel chaotic and annoying if you’re hunting for something specific amidst all that mess....

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. One iOS productivity feature that I would love to see on Android June 24, 2025 Flagship smartphones are often billed as computer replacements, as they have the power and performance of a premium laptop with the portability of a mobile phone.Androidas a platform is capable of doing a lot – and arguably a lot more thanApple’s iOScan – but there’s oneiPhonefeature that absolutely every Android smartphone needs....

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Play Store searches for ‘coronavirus’ disabled, likely to deter misinformation June 18, 2025 Yesterday, fears over the spread of the COVID-19 virus — colloquially referred to as the coronavirus — causedthe cancelation of the planned Google I/O 2020 event. Previously, the virus causedthe cancelation of Mobile World Congress 2020and is causing lots of other havoc throughout the world. However, if you want to hit up theGoogle Play Storeto find apps related to the coronavirus, you’re going to come up empty-handed....

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. PUBG takes aim at Fortnite over alleged copyright violations (Update: Lawsuit dropped) August 20, 2025 Update (22-06-2025):Bloombergreported that PUBG Corp. sent a letter of withdrawal to Fortnite developer Epic Games’ attorneys that effectively ends the legal battle between the two studios. PUBG Corp. did not say why it dropped its lawsuit against Epic Games. Even though PUBG developer Bluehole could argue that Fortnite copied PUBG’s ideas, the developer might have had a difficult time arguing that Fortnite stole PUBG’s content....

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Redmi Note 10 series tipped to hit India next month (Updated: In March) July 30, 2025 Update: July 31, 2025 (12:40 AM ET): Xiaomi has nowconfirmedthat the Redmi Note 10 series will debut in India in March. That announcement lacks a specific date, so it’s unclear when the rumored pair of devices will make their official entrance. Original article: July 15, 2025 (3:58 AM ET): Xiaomi’s Redmi Note series is generally considered among its most popular phone families around, offering plenty of features at a budget-friendly price....

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Redmi Note 10 vs realme 8: Which one should you buy? July 18, 2025 Xiaomi’s Redmi and close competitor realme have both launched their marquee mid-range smartphones for 2021. TheRedmi Note 10and therealme 8compete against each other for the attention of consumers looking for maximum bang for their buck. Their specs, features, and pricing are very similar, making it all the more difficult to choose between the two....

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Roku vs Amazon Fire TV: Which streaming platform is right for you? July 22, 2025 We love a good rivalry here atAndroid Authority. Just look at Bose vs Sony for headphones or AT&T vs Verizon for carriers. Now, we’re taking a good long look at streaming platforms. Specifically, we’re going to compare Roku vs Amazon Fire TV to see which streaming platform is worth your money....

Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission.Learn more. Samsung confirms Galaxy Note 8, explains why the brand is staying August 24, 2025 SamsungCEO D. J. Koh has confirmed that the Galaxy Note 8 is coming and affirmed that it will be “better” and “safer” than its predecessor. The direction of the flagship phone series had been in a state of uncertainty following the cancellation of theGalaxy Note 7last year, after a manufacturing defect resulting in a number of units catching fire....