{
  "id": 449705,
  "title": "Poll reveals just how popular this dying Android phone feature really is",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/10/poll-reveals-just-how-popular-this-dying-android-phone-feature-really",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-08-10T07:58:01.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Android Authority",
    "slug": "android-authority",
    "url": "https://www.androidauthority.com/android-microsd-card-slot-poll-results-3696223/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "A recent poll conducted by Android Authority reveals strong support for the return of microSD card slots on Android smartphones. The feature, which has been phased out on most devices, is highly sought after by consumers concerned about the rising costs of storage. Over 82% of the 8,100 votes cast favored the return of expandable storage. Proponents argue that microSD cards offer a safer way to store data, as losing internal storage due to a device malfunction is less of a risk. Many also value the ability to save money by avoiding high-priced storage upgrades. However, a minority (1%) of respondents would prefer to pay for more onboard storage, while 15% would like a hybrid approach with additional storage options and the microSD card slot. The poll highlights a divide among smartphone users regarding the importance of expandable storage versus other features, such as battery life.",
  "summary": "It's about time this once ubiquitous Android feature makes a grand return.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}