LG V20 vs LG V10 comparison: evolving the beast

The LG V10 was one of the most under-rated smartphones of last year. Prized by those that took a punt on it but largely ignored by everybody else. It was big, beastly and heavy, but that turned out to be perfectly OK with those that loved its unique second screen, next-level audio and military spec impact resistance. So how do you improve on such a winning recipe? Find out in our LG V20 vs V10 comparison.

Samsung will be the first to use new Gorilla Glass DX for phone cameras

TL;DR Corning has launched two new types of Gorilla Glass to protect smartphone cameras. Samsung will be the first smartphone brand to adopt Corning’s new tech. The new Gorilla Glass composites promise improved scratch resistance for phone cameras while maintaining image quality. Corning has announced a new set of glass composites to protect smartphone camera lenses. The new Corning Gorilla Glass with DX and Gorilla Glass with DX+ are designed to protect smartphone cameras from scratches while capturing more ambient light and minimizing reflections.

Some ZenWatch 3 users are seeing Android Wear 2.0 update

Update (7/22): If you happen to own the smaller version of the ASUS ZenWatch 2 your device has now been added to the official Android Wear 2.0 update roster, with users starting to report the update arriving and the device being listed on Google's Android Wear product pages. The larger model of the ZenWatch 2 started getting the update a couple of days ago. Original post (7/12): According to some Reddit users, ASUS has officially started rolling out the Android Wear 2.

Sony Xperia 1 III camera tested: Zoom or bust

Robert Triggs / Android Authority The Sony Xperia 1 III might not look a whole lot different from its predecessor, but it’s packing in some powerful new photography technology. While the main and wide-angle cameras look very familiar, the periscope camera introduces a novel dual focal length implementation. This offers a more flexible zoom setup, without the need for multiple camera lenses and sensors. The dual focal length telephoto camera works by introducing movable lens elements into the periscope camera design.

The best French learning apps for Android

French is a beautiful language. Its also a popular language. There are a variety of apps that teach French. In-person classes are still usually more effective. However, don’t underestimate the value of having a tutor in your pocket at all times. It really does help a lot. For the time being, there isn’t a lot happening in the world of learning French on Android so you may be familiar with most of these names.

The Wachowskis' cult classic streaming on HBO Max

Warner Bros. From the Vault: As the streaming space keeps growing, massive studio catalogues are becoming more and more available. These include lost and forgotten gems, so-bad-it’s-good duds, and just plain weird pieces of film history. And you probably won’t find them by waiting for streamers to put them in front of you. In From the Vault, Android Authority aims to rescue these titles from the algorithm graveyard and help you get more out of your streaming subscriptions.

Think you’re a top-level gamer? Alienware wants you to prove it

We here at Android Authority like to consider ourselves decent gamers. You might find yourself in the same boat, but it’s time to prove your worth. If you’ve ever wanted to flex your gaming muscle to win cash, glory, and more, now is your chance. Gaming PC legend Alienware is hosting its Alienware Games, and the arena is open to all US residents! When does the battle begin, and what can I play?

Watch UFC 250 Online – Nunes vs. Spencer: How to watch or stream online

Who do you think will win the main event at UFC 250?18 votes Amanda Nunes 67% Felicia Spencer 33% Times for the matches The main card will begin in the US at 10 pm EST via the ESPN Plus streaming service. The preliminary card will begin at 8 pm EST and will be shown on the regular ESPN cable TV channel and ESPN Plus. The early prelim card fights will begin at 6:30 pm and will be available on ESPN, ESPN Plus, and the UFC Fight Pass streaming service.

6 new streaming movies and shows to watch this weekend: Encanto and more

Ryan Haines / Android Authority Merry Christmas and happy holidays! It’s time to gather with family and friends to exchange gifts, drink some eggnog, and watch the ton of new content that’s going to be available to watch on streaming services. Here are our picks for the six new streaming movies and shows to check out during the holiday weekend. Read more: The best streaming services Encanto (Disney Plus) Just 30 days after this new Disney Animation Studios movie hit theaters, it makes its debut on Disney Plus on Christmas Eve — and for no additional cost.

Android game modding is here thanks to BlueStacks

Modding has been huge in the PC gaming world for years. In fact, several mods have gone on to become hit franchises on their own, such as PUBG, which was originally a mod for the game Arma 3. Android game modding hasn’t really been a thing, though. However, the popular Android emulator service BlueStacks is working to change that. Today, the company (in partnership with its partner site Now.gg) is rolling out Creator Studio and Creator Hub.