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available today!) ZTE Blade S6 specs, features, and price officially announced

Original post: ZTE just unveiled the latest member of its “mass market premium” Blade family, the Blade S6. A device that’s targeted at the “young and young at heart,” the ZTE Blade S6 brings together solid mid-range specifications, with Android 5.0 Lollipop and a few unique features, in one package going for $250. The Blade S6 features a 5-inch HD (1280 x 720) screen in a 7.7-mm plastic body, available in silver and matte pink.

Check out Google’s “99 Games for 99¢ Each” collection

Smartphones have become the ultimate timewasters, thanks in no small part to games. Whether you’re waiting for your appointment, killing time between classes, or simply trying to avoid some awkward conversations, firing up a quick gaming session has never been easier. If you’re looking for some new addition to your collection of casual (or not) games for your device, Google’s got you covered with its new 99 Games for 99¢ Each collection.

Do you need a standing desk? Yes, you really do.

Kris Carlon / Android Authority A little free advice from someone who’s been working from home for years: buy a standing desk. There are plenty of well-documented health reasons why you should look into a convertible desk. It doesn’t even matter if it’s motorized or manual, just get one, trust me. The reason that finally tipped me over the edge was not health-related, but price: standing desks are finally affordable. While I always knew they were better for you I couldn’t justify the expense — revealing my great sense of self-worth – until now.

The best gaming accessories launched at E3 2021

C. Scott Brown / Android Authority Obviously, E3 is mostly about game launches. However, companies announce lots of other things during the event such as movies, TV shows, and even physical products, such as gaming accessories. That last bit is what we’re going to focus on with this article! Related: Our favorite E3 2021 game announcements and trailers To be fair, there weren’t a ton of accessory launches during E3 this year.

Use IF by IFTTT to automate your Android device

IF by IFTTT is a must have app for anyone who wants to take control of their phone and technology driven life. With a simple UI and a plethora of options, IF is the easiest way to make your device do just about whatever you want, without being complicated. Unlike Tasker, IF as easy as it’s name, IF This Then That. Here’s how it works.Popular recipes include downloading every Google Doodle to changing the thermostat in your home from a distance.

What is Python? Get started with your first app!

Let’s start from the beginning: what is Python and why should you learn it? Python is one of the world’s most popular programming languages. It powers a huge number of extremely influential apps and websites, including Instagram, Google, Spotify, and Netflix. Python is also commonly used in data science and machine learning, which makes it a very “future-proof” language and one that is likely to stay in-demand for a long time.

A closer look at the "8-core" SoC

The recent Motorola Droid smartphone launch gave us a taste of things to come, both from Android godfather Google and of course, Motorola itself. And in our news coverage from a few days ago, we informed you of the new Motorola X8 Mobile Computing System, a newly-minted System-on-a-Chip setup designed specifically for a new type of mobile device — one that is supposed to offer a truly always-on mobile experience.Put simply, the Motorola X8 is a new SoC concocted by Motorola for use in its new devices — and possibly in some upcoming devices, as well.

Galaxy Note 8 expected to launch in Canada on April 19, costs $430

According to Mobile Syrup, Samsung’s Galaxy Note 8 could be headed to Canada very soon, as a Best Buy Canada’s listing says that the tablet is “scheduled to arrive in our warehouse on 04/19/2013.” The Galaxy Note 8.0 supports a 1280 × 800 189ppi 8-inch display, a 1.6GHz quad-core Exynos processor, 2GB of RAM, a 5MP rear-facing camera, a 1.3MP front-facing camera and a 4,600 milliamp battery. Software wise, the Galaxy Note 8 is running TouchWiz atop of Android 4.

Grab an unlocked Samsung Galaxy S6 for only $499.99 on eBay!

The Samsung Galaxy S6 is definitely one of the best smartphones around, but it’s by no means cheap. In fact, it happens to be one of the most expensive phones in the market, making it seem like that super thin profile is a knife cutting right through your pocket. Thankfully, here at Android Authority we are always on the lookout for great deals to share with you. Today might be your lucky day, because eBay’s latest offer is hot!

Samsung Access gives you a new phone, extra perks for one monthly fee

Apple was one of the first manufacturers to offer a subscription service for phone upgrades, allowing users to get the latest iPhone for one flat monthly fee.  The Samsung Access initiative includes a number of perks aside from being able to upgrade your phone. These perks include Premium Care protection and support, and Microsoft 365 Personal (including 1TB of OneDrive storage and premium Office apps). There are a few caveats though, as you need to return your current device before upgrading.