Google Play Games gets new mini-games and redesign in version 5.3

Google recently began rolling out version 5.3 of its Google Play Games app introducing an all-new UI and some new pre-loaded games. The difference is clear immediately, with the landing page now featuring a rotating list of titles rather than the up-and-down list seen previously (version 5.2 can be seen above left, with 5.3 on the right). You can scroll left-to-right through your games list (left) or tap on a title for more details (right).

Nokia 6.1 Plus review: The one that just works

Nokia 6.1 Plus The Nokia 6.1 Plus is for those discerning individuals who want an unfussy smartphone experience in an attractive chassis. Table of contents Less than two years after it resuscitated Nokia, HMD Global finally looks like it’s at home. The 2017 portfolio’s middle-of-the-road devices didn’t fare well against the competition, but they were hardly shoddy. This year’s seen a fantastic mid-ranger, the Nokia 7 Plus, the indulgent Nokia 8 Sirocco, and the company swearing allegiance to Google’s Android One initiative.

OnePlus 10 Pro buyer's guide: What you need to know

2022 is a transitional year of sorts for OnePlus. The company is now fully committed to “OnePlus 2.0,” with the OnePlus 10 Pro being the first flagship phone to launch from the brand following the merger with its sister brand Oppo. Catch up: A history of OnePlus’ entire lineup so far With that in mind, the initial launch of the OnePlus 10 Pro has been strange indeed, at least for the “Never Settle” brand.

Problems with the LG G5 and how to fix them

The LG G5 was a significant departure from the norm for LG, with the flagship being the first device from the company to feature an all metal construction. Secondly, the unique rear button layout is no more as well, and while the home button, with a fingerprint scanner embedded into it is still found on the back, the volume rocker has been moved to a more traditional placement on the side.

Razer Book 13 review: So close to greatness

Razer Book 13The Razer Book 13 is a great productivity machine with one major flaw: its keyboard. Unfortunately, the keyboard is weak enough that it knocks this machine's review score down significantly. However, if you can accept that flaw, this is still a great-looking productivity laptop with plenty of power and ample battery life. Table of contents When you think of Razer, you likely think of gamers, Chroma, and that weird snake logo.

The best celebrity games for Android

Joe Hindy / Android Authority With multimedia being the key to success these days, a number of celebrity, TV show, music, and movie personalities have taken to the mobile platform to release games of their own. These celebrity games can vary greatly in style and gameplay which makes them fun to look at, if nothing else. Virtually none of them have achieved the success of Kim Kardashian: Hollywood, but they’re still worth playing for some people.

The best Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus rugged cases

Robert Triggs / Android Authority The only way to make sure your new phone can survive even the harshest bump and drop is with a heavy-duty case. Here’s a roundup of the best Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus rugged cases you can buy right now! Looking for more ways to keep your phone safe and get the most out of it? Don’t forget to check out our guide for the best cases and mobile accessories you can get!

Using the OnePlus 6T on Verizon is tricky, here's how

TL;DR The brand new OnePlus 6T is the first OnePlus phone to be Verizon certified. However, owners of the device are saying using the phone on Big Red is a bit tricky. Below, we’ll tell you what you need to do to get the best possible experience using the OnePlus 6T on Verizon. However, it appears certification doesn’t make it as easy as one would expect to bring the device to Big Red.

Wallpaper Wednesday: Android wallpapers 2022-03-16

C. Scott Brown / Android Authority Welcome to Wallpaper Wednesday! In this weekly roundup, we’ll give you a handful of Android wallpapers you can download and use on your phone, tablet, or even your laptop/PC. The images will come from folks here at Android Authority as well as our readers. All are free to use and come without watermarks. File formats are JPG and PNG, and we’ll provide images in both landscape and portrait modes, so they’ll be optimized for various screens.

Why you don't need to buy Apple's best laptop

Apple unveiled the new MacBook Pros last week and after a long wait, we finally have a MacBook Pro lineup that comes with a lot of the things many former “Pro” owners have been asking for after half a decade of frustration. The port selection is not purely USB-C anymore, HDMI makes a comeback, there’s an SD card slot, and no Touch Bar! With so much to like about the new Macbook Pros, even despite that notch, it feels like a compelling purchase — the upgrade you’ve been waiting for.