When thinking of building an Android app, we often think of something with a screen and a contained function. It could be a game, or a tool to perform a common task. But apps can come in a variety of shapes and sizes. You could build a service that runs in the background and quietly makes life easier for the user. You could create a widget, or a launcher. How about a keyboard?

Dhruv Bhutani / Android Authority TL;DR During an interview, OnePlus CEO Pete Lau confirmed there will not be a OnePlus 9T this year. This comes months after a rumor suggested there wouldn’t be a Pro model, either. Granted, OnePlus could still launch more phones in 2021, but a T-series model won’t be one of them. Every year since 2016, OnePlus has launched an updated version of its current flagship phone.

Eric Zeman / Android Authority Fossil’s core smartwatch series hasn’t changed much over the years. The Fossil Gen 6 launched with the traditional rounded face and large pushers. Still, considerable advancements were made beneath the skin with the addition of a blood oxygen sensor and new Snapdragon silicon. While these improvements were welcome, the Gen 6 still fell short of its contemporaries in several arenas. But will the Fossil Gen 7 put up more of a fight?

TL;DR The new Steam Link Anywhere feature in the Steam Link Android app allows for remote play of your Steam library. Using Steam Link Anywhere, you can play your Steam library from any location, assuming you have a strong data connection. The feature is currently in beta and requires a few caveats, but it’s still really exciting. Today, Valve dropped a surprise update for the Steam Link app. Called Steam Link Anywhere, the new functionality allows you to play your library of Steam games on a client device connected to any network.

Adam Molina / Android Authority All electronics and appliances are getting the smart treatment these days, and headphones are no exceptions. It’s becoming more common to see headphones with digital assistant support, such as Google Assistant, Siri, and Alexa. You’ll want to go with the latter if you are hooked into the Amazon ecosystem, and today we are helping you find the best Alexa headphones around. Here: Everything you need to know about Amazon Alexa

Most serious photographers have DSLR cameras. They’re the current gold standard in photography. You can get buy various cameras and lenses. It can be expensive, but worth it. However, you can expand the experience even further using apps. For the most part, your camera has all the controls you need. However, some apps can add things like remote control support or easier, faster update processes. There aren’t a bunch of really good options, but what’s there isn’t too bad.

Gary Sims / Android Authority Consumers in India don’t suffer from a lack of choice when it comes to buying a phone. From the latest and greatest to the entry-level, there is something for everyone. Luckily for those on a tight budget, there are a lot of really good options available as well. Here’s a roundup of some of the best phones under 10,000 rupees in India. The best phones under 10,000 rupees in India: Editor’s note: We will continue to update this list of the best phones under 10,000 rupees as more become available.

Eric Zeman / Android Authority You don’t necessarily have to take the brand-new route when buying a smartphone, as refurbished phones can be a cost-effective option as well. These second-hand phones are usually much cheaper than going new and it theoretically helps to reduce electronic waste. What do Android Authority readers think of buying refurbished phones though? We asked readers whether they’d take this route and here’s how they answered the poll.

The Moga Controller was the first really good Bluetooth controller that was usable on mobile devices without root. They aren’t very popular anymore. After all, there are tons of Bluetooth controller options now, but many are still rocking the old Moga controllers. If you are and you’re looking for some great games to go with it, here are the best Android games for the Moga Controller. You can see our review of the Moga Controller in the video above or read it here!

In the last year or so OEMs have noticeably changed their behavior, aiming for new features over polish, and generating excitement by being the first to do something. The last year in particular has seen some pushes in various technologies and we even saw our first in-display selfie camera before the end of 2020.With this new emphasis on being first to market with a product, we thought it would be fun to take a look a bunch of other smartphone firsts.