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Android Authority this week - August 19, 2025
June 14, 2025
Hello Android fans, this week we finally had confirmation that the Galaxy S7 and the LG G5 are both launching on February 21 in Barcelona; we’ve heard about Google’s plans to take more control over the Nexus program; the first credible image of the HTCM10 leaked out; Google became the most valuable company in the world; Microsoft bought SwiftKey for a rumored $500 million; and Marshmallow graced several flagship phones and one device that was launched in 2011!
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Our smartphones are hardlyphonesanymore, with their large screens made for browsing the web and specs that rival laptops. It would probably be more accurate to call them “smartcameras.” Millions of users use their devices primarily to take pics and share them on their social network of choice. Thing is, despite the amazing advancements of mobile cameras, the average shot is still pretty… average. If you’re looking for ways to up your mobile photography game, don’t missEdgar’s excellent piece with tips and tricks for getting better pics out of your phoneright away. And stay tuned for more in-depth posts on mobile photography in the future.
Both Samsung and LG have confirmed that their respective flagships will be unveiled in Barcelona in exactly two weeks. Exciting times, as LG vies to turnaround its top phone series and Samsung is in the tricky position of having to top the superb Galaxy S6. And that’s just the cherry on the cake:MWC 2016is shaping up to be more interesting than ever, and Android Authority will be there to cover it all. Flights are booked, accommodation has been arranged, now it’s time to wait. In the meantime, look out for our MWC preview, coming soon.
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The stuff you shouldn’t miss
News of the week
Google Nexus changes
Galaxy S7 release date
LG G5 teasing is on
M10 revealed
Marshmallow updates
Google’s raking in money
Microsoft now owns Swiftkey
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