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Amazon will shut down its Appstore on Android tomorrow. The Google Play Store alternative will cease to operate on Android devices starting August 20, 2025, and all the apps that you may have downloaded through the store are not guaranteed to work properly after the shutdown.
Google’s upcoming Made by Google 2025 event is shaping up to be more of a late-night show than a tech keynote. The company previously confirmed that Jimmy Fallon would appear at the big launch in Brooklyn, New York, on August 20. Now, Fallon has appeared in a YouTube Short confirming he’ll host the Pixel 10 launch event, marking the first time Google has tapped a celebrity host for its hardware showcase.
As a journalist and avid enthusiast of productivity apps, I’ve used more note-taking apps than I care to admit. Google Keep, OneNote, SimpleNote, and a pretty wide assortment of open-source tools have all been a part of my note-taking arsenal at one point or another. To be sure, some of these were excellent, some less so, while others like Google Keep and OneNote begrudgingly became a key part of my workflow.
Google Keep, in particular, has been a constant companion for its simplicity, quick note-taking, and wide web-based availability. Despite its relatively limited feature set, the colorful sticky note format feels like an extension of the dozen or more sticky notes plastered on my work desk. But as my note-taking needs have grown more complex, Keep’s limitations just can’t, ahem, keep up.
I was never an athletic kid, and that continued through most of my 20s. That is, until I decided to change things up, drop some weight, and focus more on my health. Intermittent fasting was a big part of that journey, and I’ve been following it for several years now. In fact, it’s the one constant in my wellness journey that has actually stuck with me. Much as I’ve dabbled with workout plans, picked up the best fitness trackers, tracked macros with obsessive detail, and even experimented with sleep optimization, it’s the 16:8 fasting approach that has been the most sustainable thing I’ve done for my health. Ironically, what hasn’t been sustainable is finding a fasting app that doesn’t eventually go down the usual rabbit hole of ads and subscriptions. Trust me, I’ve tried them all.
While most fasting and fitness apps start out helpful, the core experience very quickly gets buried under microtransactions and basic features locked behind paywalls. Curious about what fasting zone you’re in? You’d better be prepared to pony up some cash. Everything from custom fasting windows to simple insights that used to be free is suddenly a premium feature. And don’t get me started on the notification spam every time I open the app. Look, I just need a glorified stopwatch. I don’t need your app to support a full-fledged wellness program and the accompanying fees. So I did what any self-respecting tech enthusiast would do: I looked at open-source solutions to the problem.
Last year, Google announced it was accelerating Android’s release schedule. In the past, Google typically rolled out a single Android release each year with new APIs for developers. Starting in 2025, however, the company is moving to two such releases annually: one major and one minor. We’ve already received this year’s major release with the stable Android 16 update in June, and the upcoming Android 16 QPR2 update will be the first minor one. Here are some of the new features we think Google will release in Android 16 QPR2.
You’re reading the Authority Insights Newsletter, a weekly newsletter that reveals some new facet of Android that hasn’t been reported on anywhere else. If you’re looking for the latest scoops, the hottest leaks, and breaking news on Google’s Android operating system and other mobile tech topics, then we’ve got you covered.
Samsung’s smartwatches (and the Galaxy Ring) are compatible with most Android phones, but you’ll only get the full experience when paired with Samsung Galaxy smartphones. This applies to older Galaxy Watch models up to the latest Galaxy Watch 8 series and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2025. But what are these features, and are they worth considering switching smartphones for?
There are many features, but only a few truly make the partnership worthwhile, at least for me. I don’t own a Galaxy Ring, but I can comment on the synergy between my Galaxy Watch 4 and Galaxy S24 FE. While most benefits are health-related, several ecosystem features make owning Samsung products more attractive and worth considering.
The latest Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro deal brings the price down to just $109.99. This equals $140 in savings, making this the hottest sale on earbuds we’ve seen. We keep reminding you of this offer because we think it will likely end soon. Here’s another PSA!
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The weekend is upon us, and I have had a rough few weeks. I am getting ready to chill and catch up on my favorite movies and TV shows. Of course, I’ll be using my projector. After planning this, I realized two of our favorite consumer projectors are currently at record-low prices, so I thought I would share the deals.
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High-end headphones are exciting, but every time I get a pair, I feel like I am being robbed. I mean, some of the best headphones out there can cost $300-$500 or more. I simply don’t feel comfortable shelling out that much on a pair of cans. I am all about value per dollar, and yesterday, our sister site SoundGuys.com partnered with Edifier to offer an exclusive coupon on the Edifier W820NB Plus headphones. Get this: you can buy them for a mere $36.88, and they are actually pretty fabulous headphones.
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As much as we wish all devices came with a rechargeable battery, that’s just not the case yet. Manufacturers insist on releasing things that use AA batteries. I am not about to keep buying disposable, so I have some rechargeable AA batteries to save me some store trips, money, and headaches. If you need to get your own, here’s a really nice deal on eight SINCEHOLY Lithium AA Rechargeable Batteries, which are currently on sale for just $14.99.
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Getting the right power station can get tricky, with too many options crowding the current market. If you want a battery that is actually portable, the Jackery Explorer 300 Portable Power Station is a great option, and it is currently discounted by $90, bringing the price down to an all-time low of $169.
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Woot recently launched a couple of deals on JBL’s hottest portable speakers, the Flip 7 and the Charge 6. These offers don’t usually last long, and Woot tends to have limited quantities. As a result, the Flip 7 is now out of stock. You can still get the JBL Charge 6 at a $50 discount, though.
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YouTube will start rolling out its new AI-powered age estimation system in the US beginning today, August 13. First announced last month, the feature uses artificial intelligence to determine whether a user is likely under 18, based on factors such as their viewing habits, YouTube search history, and how long their account has been active. This process applies to all YouTube accounts, regardless of the birthdate entered during sign-up.
Many T-Mobile customers are reporting that they’ve received a text message asking them to update their PIN, email, and security questions in order “to keep your account safe.” The message includes a clickable link that appears to be an official T-Mobile address, but users are worried about tapping it.
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