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Finally, I found an Android Auto adapter that's reliable, pairs fast, and on sale right now

ZDNET's key takeaways The AAWireless Two typically costs $65 and gives you wireless Android Auto support when plugged in. A new built-in button lets you quickly swap between paired devices. The companion app is almost too robust, but that's a good problem to have. $51.99 at Amazon For a limited time, Amazon has the AAWireless Two listing for just $51 ($13 off), making the adapter an even better deal. Since I bought my first car three years ago, I've had the worst luck with wireless Android A

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 vs. Z Flip 6: I used both models, and there's a clear winner

Kerry Wan/ZDNET Samsung this week introduced its newest foldable phones, the Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Galaxy Fold 7. These devices feature updated specifications, resulting in a thinner, lighter, and more powerful design. You might be wondering if these updates justify an upgrade, especially if you own a previous model like the Galaxy Z Flip 6, or if you're considering a flip phone for the first time. Also: Everything announced at Samsung Unpacked: Galaxy Z Fold 7, Flip 7, Watch 8 Series, more Wh

I changed 10 Samsung phone settings to significantly improve the user experience

Kerry Wan/ZDNET Samsung's One UI 7 is my favorite Android skin right now. It is fast, responsive, and intuitive. But nothing comes fine-tuned to your experience straight out of the box. You need to personalize your smartphone to make it more appealing. I change almost a dozen settings on every Samsung Galaxy phone to best suit my needs, and I believe these will elevate your user experience, too. Also: The best Samsung phones to buy From setting the highest available screen resolution to more

Magic .env files built for sharing: Human-first, AI-friendly

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TikToker Launches Fake ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ Tour Website That Redirects to Photos of Trump With Epstein

The Trump administration recently launched “Alligator Alcatraz,” a migrant detention center based in Florida whose name references the region’s native population of scaly reptilians. Americans have been left with little to do about the situation other than react with horror and amazement or, in the case of one TikToker, a desire to spin the dystopian situation into comedy gold. Lisandra Vazquez, a TikTok comedian with nearly a million followers, recently decided to troll the president’s support

Samsung’s Z Flip Won’t Be Perfect Until It’s as Thin as the Z Fold 7

Samsung's flip-style foldable phone is so close to perfection. Despite the new look, the Galaxy Z Flip 7 is a far-too-similar foldable to the Galaxy Z Flip 6. The new clamshell phone has a larger exterior screen that integrates (with a heavy sigh) Google Gemini, but compared to the Galaxy Z Fold 7, the Z Flip 7 is still thick enough that it will protrude like a bony crag from any user’s thin pockets. I understand why Samsung places so much emphasis on its expensive flagships, but the fact is th

20 Best Prime Day Apple Deals—Including 40% Off AirPods

If you have one Apple product, you usually have them all—whether that's AirPods, an iPhone, an iPad, the Apple Watch, or the ubiquitous MacBook. One, or all of them, probably needs updating at any given time (it's usually the MacBook), and you now have four whole days of Prime Day deals to think about which one you're going to get. Not a Prime subscriber yet? Perhaps our list of Amazon Prime perks can convince you. Shop the best Prime Day Apple deals below. Read our Absolute Best Prime Day Deal

These Prime Day Phone Deals Are So Good, You'll Forget About Tariffs

Now's a great time to buy a new smartphone. Amazon's Prime Day phone deals are surprisingly great, with more than 30% off some of our top mobile recommendations, from Samsung's latest ultra-thin Galaxy S25 Edge to the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL. All of these phones are unlocked, meaning you can use them with any carrier in the US. If you're looking for iPhone deals specifically, we have a note about them further below. Samsung's latest folding phone got a $100 price increase. Rumors suggest Google's

The best Prime Day deals on Verge-favorite 4K Blu-rays

One thing to note — and you may already be aware of this — is that you need a 4K Blu-ray player to play 4K Blu-rays. The PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X can both serve as a basic option, but we thought you’d like to know that Panasonic’s solid UB420-K 4k Blu-ray player is also down to $229.72 (normally $250) at Amazon. If you’d like to take a gamble on a returned “like new” model through Amazon Resale (formerly Amazon Warehouse), Prime members can get one for just $148.79 before tax.

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Cameo’s birthday reminder app, Candl, is a weak attempt at a comeback

Around this time last year, Cameo hit a significant low point. Its valuation dropped by at least 90%, and the company’s dire financial situation meant it was unable to pay a $600,000 fine from the FTC. Now, the company behind the celebrity greeting app is exploring a new, albeit somewhat dull, avenue for growth. On Thursday, Cameo announced the launch of Candl, a birthday planning app designed for forgetful users who want to celebrate their friends’ birthdays without being late to the party. I

Trump taps transportation secretary Sean Duffy as acting NASA chief

Amidst unprecedented budget cuts and looming layoffs, U.S. President Donald Trump has appointed Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy as acting NASA Administrator. The appointment is temporary, and Duffy will continue leading the Department of Transportation while assuming the NASA role, Trump said in a post on his social media site, Truth Social. “Sean is doing a TREMENDOUS job in handling our Country’s Transportation Affairs, including creating a state-of-the-art Air Traffic Control systems

Four arrested in connection with M&S and Co-op cyber-attacks

Four arrested in connection with M&S and Co-op cyber-attacks 17 minutes ago Share Save Joe Tidy Cyber correspondent, BBC World Service Share Save Getty Images / PA Four people have been arrested by police investigating the cyber-attacks that have caused havoc at M&S and the Co-op. The National Crime Agency (NCA) says a 20-year-old woman was arrested in Staffordshire, and three males - aged between 17 and 19 - were detained in London and the West Midlands. They were apprehended on suspicion of

This tool strips away anti-AI protections from digital art

To be clear, the researchers behind LightShed aren’t trying to steal artists’ work. They just don’t want people to get a false sense of security. “You will not be sure if companies have methods to delete these poisons but will never tell you,” says Hanna Foerster, a PhD student at the University of Cambridge and the lead author of a paper on the work. And if they do, it may be too late to fix the problem. AI models work, in part, by implicitly creating boundaries between what they perceive as d

China’s energy dominance in three charts

So while we all try to get our heads around what’s next for climate tech in the US and beyond, let’s look at just how dominant China is when it comes to clean energy, as documented in three charts. China is on an absolute tear installing wind and solar power. The country reached nearly 900 gigawatts of installed capacity for solar at the end of 2024, and the rapid pace of building has continued into this year. An additional 198 GW was installed between January and May, with 93 GW coming in May

Samsung finally reveals a launch window for tri-fold device

Samsung just released its new foldable phones at its Unpacked event yesterday, but the company didn’t tease a triple-screen (or tri-fold) foldable on the day. Now, a top Samsung executive has revealed some details. Samsung mobile chief TM Roh revealed a launch window to journalists (h/t: The Korea Times) on the sidelines of the Unpacked event: I expect we will be able to launch the tri-fold phone within this year. “We are working hard on a tri-fold smartphone with the goal of launching it at

The Galaxy Z Flip 7 still doesn’t fix the worst thing about Samsung’s flip phones

C. Scott Brown / Android Authority I have a long history with Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip line. Our revisit of the Galaxy Z Flip 3 was my first experience with a modern flip phone, and it instantly hooked me. I started slipping my SIM back into a Galaxy Z Flip anytime I was between review cycles, and the summer Unpacked event became my favorite of the year, Sydney Sweeney cameos and all. And yet, as much as I’ve loved the overall Galaxy Z Flip experience, I’ve always had one issue: The cover scree

Google Phone app has more Material 3 Expressive changes in the works (APK teardown)

Aamir Siddiqui / Android Authority TL;DR Google has already rolled out many Material 3 Expressive changes to the Google Phone app, but more changes are in the pipeline. Within the app, the Keypad will likely get its own permanent tab replacing Contacts, while Recents will be renamed Home. There will be a new sidebar that replaces the three-dot menu. Material 3 Expressive brings some of the most noticeable changes to the Android platform in recent times. While it’s not a ground-up reimaginati

Gemini on Android just got a small but handy usability upgrade

AssembleDebug / Android Authority TL;DR Google is rolling out a new gesture to launch Gemini in full screen from the small overlay at the bottom of the screen. This change was spotted in May and is now functional on the Galaxy Z Fold 7, and possibly the Flip 7 and the Flip 7 FE. In addition to those announcements, Google has begun rolling out a new gesture that allows for easy switching between the floating Gemini overlay and the Gemini app in full-screen mode. You will now notice a small hor

I wanted to hate Samsung’s proprietary Galaxy Watch 8 bands, but I can’t

I didn’t expect to care this much about a watch band system, but here we are. With the launch of its newest smartwatches, Samsung has officially streamlined its wearable portfolio, bringing its questionable squircle shape to every model. This also means that all the Galaxy Watch 8 models now feature the brand’s Dynamic Lug system. This particular facet of the redesign might seem minor at first glance, and for anyone who’s ever struggled to swap a watch strap, it’s a meaningful improvement that’s

Google’s working on a Gemini tool for generating illustrated Storybooks (APK teardown)

Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Gemini on Android has been working to implement new Storybooks, Timeline, and Mindmap options. While Timeline and Mindmap come from NotebookLM on the web, Storybooks could be a new Gem for creating illustrated books. Storybooks is not yet functional in Gemini, but we have been able to uncover an animation associated with it. For as powerful as generative AI systems are, their open-ended flexibility can also be a bit of a curse, especially if we’re ha

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra price plunges $350, marking its best deal ever

Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority Samsung just added to its range of premium smartphones yesterday, and it coincides with an intriguing Prime Day offer. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is available for just $949.99 on Amazon, down from its usual price of $1,299.99. That’s a substantial 27% discount off the retail price, and the lowest price ever. Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra for $949.99 (27% off) The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is one of the best Android phones on the market with its superb specs and f

Prime pick: Grab the Amazon Kindle at its best price since Black Friday

C. Scott Brown / Android Authority The latest generation of the Amazon Kindle is now available at a considerable discount, offering an attractive option for avid readers. You can grab the 16GB model for only $84.99, down from its usual $109.99. This reflects a 23% savings off the retail price. It’s never been cheaper, and we haven’t seen a markdown of this size on the Kindle since Black Friday 2024. Amazon Kindle for $84.99 (23% off) This model of the Amazon Kindle was released in October 2024

How I used a Raspberry Pi to save my old Canon scanner

Dhruv Bhutani / Android Authority A couple of years ago, I decided to invest in a high-quality scanner. The idea was to digitize and archive dozens of old photo albums from my childhood that were scattered around in boxes. You know how these projects go. Starting is easy. Seeing it through, not so much. Over the years, I’ve kept coming back to it in bursts. But year on year, I’ve been running into roadblocks. Namely, driver support. You see, what started as a functional scanner turned into a sc

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Need a top-tier router? Save $180 on the Amazon Eero Max 7 today

Looking to upgrade your home network? The Amazon eero Max 7 is on sale for Amazon Prime Day, offering a great deal on a high-performing mesh Wi-Fi system. You can grab it for just $419.99, down from its usual price of $599.99, which is a 30% discount and its lowest price ever. Amazon eero Max 7 for $419.99 (30% off) The Amazon eero Max 7 is a tri-band mesh Wi-Fi 7 router that offers impressive features for modern homes. It delivers wireless speeds up to 4.3 Gbps and wired speeds up to 9.4 Gbps.

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My Galaxy phone was missing this crucial Contacts feature, but I found a workaround

Adamya Sharma / Android Authority There aren’t many tasks the latest Android phones can’t assist with, which makes it all the stranger when you discover some fundamental functionality missing. This happened to me recently, when I finally got around to cleaning up my contacts list. The chore would be made a whole lot easier if I could sort my contacts by the date I added them, but I realized that this isn’t something you can do. When this issue comes up online, people usually want to look up re

Get the limited-edition Bose QuietComfort Earbuds for a record-low price of $129

If you’re in the market for premium earbuds, there’s a noteworthy deal available for the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds. For Amazon Prime Day, you can snag these earbuds at a discounted price of $129, down from the regular price of $179. That’s a substantial 28% off the recommended retail price, and the lowest price of all time, making it an opportune moment to invest in quality sound. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds for $129 (28% off) The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds come in a limited-edition Twilight Blue,

Samsung Now Brief is making it easier to discover YouTube videos you may like

Adamya Sharma / Android Authority TL;DR Samsung has upgraded One UI’s Now Brief feature on its latest foldables, introducing a read-aloud option and several new info cards. One of the new info cards adds personalized YouTube recommendations to your daily summaries. This card is currently available on Samsung’s new foldable phones and will likely reach more devices with the stable One UI 8 update. Samsung’s One UI 8 update is finally here with the new Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7, and it brings

NFL apps coming to CarPlay, starting with these teams

We’re less than 60 days out from the start of the 2025 NFL regular season, and football fans have something new to get ready for kickoff. Many NFL team iPhone apps are coming to Apple CarPlay, starting with three team apps that are already live. These three NFL teams have iPhone apps that now work with CarPlay: Buffalo Bills Chicago Bears New Orleans Saints Each app currently includes team-provided audio content for easily browsing and playing on the road. The app icons are also a great way

Aqara’s G410 Doorbell Camera Hub launches with HomeKit Secure Video, Matter, and RTSP support

Aqara has announced the release of its new Doorbell Camera hub, the Aqara G410 (use code AQARAUS7 to save 15% through 7/13). This smart video doorbell also functions as a Matter smart home hub. For those of us in the Apple ecosystem, the standout feature is full support for HomeKit Secure Video and Matter, making it one of the few battery-powered doorbells on the market to support Apple’s smart home video storage feature. Some of my favorite gear Aqara Smart Lock U50 Upgrade your doors with App

iPhone Fold production line almost ready for next year’s launch – report

An iPhone Fold production line is being prepared in readiness for the launch of the first folding iPhone next year, and a new supply-chain report says that this is almost ready to begin production. The news follows a recent report that Apple is currently testing realistic prototypes of the device. The plant will reportedly have the capacity to produce displays for around twice as many devices as Apple actually expects to sell … The long journey to an iPhone Fold Folding smartphones have been