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New Circle to Search full-screen support could be here soon

Assemble Debug / Android Authority TL;DR Circle to Search appears to be preparing a change to its default behavior. Rather than waiting for you to select something, you’d start with a thumbnail of the entire display. While this isn’t live just yet, Google has already prepared an introductory screen. Circle to Search is a great […]

AT&T and Verizon call foul on SpaceX and T-Mobile’s satellite service plans

Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR AT&T and Verizon are requesting the FCC to block SpaceX and T-Mobile’s satellite-to-mobile service due to concerns about interference with existing mobile networks. Both companies argue that SpaceX’s proposed increase in satellite emission limits could significantly degrade terrestrial mobile services. SpaceX and T-Mobile previously defended their plan, asserting it […]

Microsoft Phone Link gets easy Android file sharing

Robert Triggs / Android Authority TL;DR Microsoft Phone Link and Link to Windows now support easy PC ↔ Android wireless file transfers You’ll need a phone with Android 9 or later, and a PC running Windows 10 or 11. Once set up, file transfers work through your normal share interface. File transfers have taken a […]

Google Contacts wants to know your BFF with “Besties” label

Adamya Sharma / Android Authority TL;DR “Besties” in Contacts may soon give you a new way to identify your closest friends. While we find multiple references throughout the app, right now nothing’s functional. There’s a chance this could be part of a broader Google effort to let you manage relationships. Update, August 16, 2024 (10:05 […]

This is the best Nova Launcher alternative

Andy Walker / Android Authority Many regard Nova Launcher as one of the best app launchers for Android phones. Period. Recently, the app has faced a series of troubles. In 2022, the launcher was purchased by analytics company Branch, a move that pushed away many stalwart users. That sentiment has receded somewhat since. However, in […]

How to hide apps on Google Pixel phones with Private Space

There’s a good chance you don’t want prying eyes snooping on your apps. However, Google Pixel phones don’t have an official way to hide apps, at least not yet. Thankfully, this is changing with Android 15, which will launch with a feature called Private Space. Private Space allows you to create a second hidden app […]

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