Andrew Romero is a North Carolina-based journalist specializing in Android and Google news, reviews, and in-depth analysis. With a keen eye for detail honed from his previous career as a CNC machinist, Andrew possesses a unique appreciation for hardware and the intricate engineering behind the technology we use daily.
He brings this passion to his coverage, offering insightful perspectives on the latest devices, software updates, and the evolving Google ecosystem. When he’s not diving into the world of tech, Andrew can be found tackling the trails on his mountain bike, enjoying the natural beauty of his home state of North Carolina alongside his wife.
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Samsung is heavily invested in AI, and that extends to the classroom with a new interactive display that runs on Android 15 with some of the same AI features found on Samsung’s Galaxy phones.
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During an Android 15 update, some users began experiencing issues with gestures on their Pixel 8 Pro. According to Google, that bug will be seeing a fix in an upcoming update.
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The Galaxy S25 series is launching tomorrow if Samsung’s plans move forward. That means everything about the series will be known in just a few hours. Prior to that, a new leak shows off just what to expect in One UI 7 with the Galaxy S25 series thanks to surfaced promo images.
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Recent leaks have been suggesting that the Galaxy S25 series may see an increased entry price compared to years before. Contradicting those are two new rumors that suggest the European and Korean prices for the Galaxy S25 series will not increase by much.
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It really seems that there has been a shift in Android phones within the last couple of years. The underdogs are beginning to take a stand and develop devices that truly rival some of the top OEMs in the market. That sentiment rings true for the Honor Magic 7 Pro, a device I’ve come to know and appreciate over the last month.
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Samsung isn’t going easy on AI this year. The Galaxy S25 series is supposed to be filled to the brim with AI features we haven’t exactly seen yet. Some are less unfamiliar, such as Google Gemini on the Galaxy S25. A new promotional video has been leaked showcasing those AI improvements and Google Gemini in action.
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The Galaxy S25 is going to come in a few colors for each device. The less expensive Galaxy S24 and S24+ will mirror each other in choices, while the Galaxy S25 Ultra is going to come in several exclusive options. In the latest leak, we get a good look at every color (almost) in the flesh.
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The Magic 7 Pro is Honor’s newest flagship. With Android 15 via MagicOS 9.0 to boot, the phone is perfectly positioned to take on AI in the market, starting with the company’s Falcon camera system.
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The Galaxy 25 has a refined design compared to last year’s model, with the Galaxy S25 Ultra looking a bit cleaner. New high-quality official-looking renders have surfaced, showing off every detail.
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A new leak suggests that the Galaxy S25 will once again include an S Pen but will not have Bluetooth compatibility. The decision could be a cost-cutting measure, but it surely won’t be received well by some.
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Samsung Unpacked is just over a week away, and leaks are still coming out even during the company’s free Galaxy Reserve event. This time, it’s Samsung’s official wallpapers before they roll out on the Galaxy S25 series itself.
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GeForce Now is finally bringing Marvel Rivals to the cloud to celebrate the first season in-game. The new title will be available to play soon, following some exciting announcements from Nvidia regarding GeForce Now on more devices.
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Smart home devices are getting a lot smarter, thanks to improvements in standards like what Matter has introduced to the industry. To facilitate that, Google and MediaTek are partnering up to introduce a new Filogic chip dedicated to smart home products.
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Samsung is starting to get things rolling for the release of the Galaxy S25 series. This year, the Galaxy S25 lineup should offer some really nice enhancements and improvements to a line that has proven it’s a strong Android option. With the reserve campaign live, here’s how you can sign up.
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The OnePlus 13R is launching alongside one of the most anticipated flagships of the year. The Android 15 phone comes as a mid-range device following a very successful predecessor, which leaves a lot to be expected for a price point a lot of users can get behind.
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Lenovo is releasing a hefty array of devices during CES 2025, but the main attraction has to be the Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 6 Rollable. This laptop is a concept turned into a true, buyable product that’s a lot of fun to use.
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Lenovo is trying to streamline what a Windows laptop can look like in terms of screen real estate. One way that the company is doing that is by equipping the Yoga Slim 9i with an under-display camera — something we’ve really only seen in expensive Android phones.
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After opening up the Samsung Galaxy Reserve program for the Galaxy S25, Samsung is trading a new and improved Bixby prior to the Unpacked event in a couple of weeks.
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TCL is pushing its NXTPAPER lineup into new territory with thoughtful refinements, making the devices great options for everyday use. The new TCL 60 XE NXTPAPER phone has a beautiful full-color paper-like display with a black-and-white mode that gives days of battery life at the flick of a switch.
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Hisense has a track record of releasing impressive ultra short-throw projector options that offer a well-executed Google TV experience. The Hisense L9Q is the company’s latest high-end projector, and it features a laser system that can reach an impressive 5,000 lumens, hitting the nail on the head when it comes to uninterrupted daytime viewing.
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Samsung has announced that Eclipsa Audio will be featured on Samsung’s 2025 TVs. This new audio standard has been a project of the company and Google for some time, with the audio format now taking ground instead of other, more popular standards.
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Honor is gearing up for its Magic 7 lineup release with the launch of the first phone, the Magic 7 Lite. With an insane battery capacity and AI-focused features, the Magic 7 Lite acts as a precursor for what’s to come.
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OnePlus is offering a new tablet that takes a lot from the Oppo Pad 3. The new OnePlus Pad tablet for sale in China equips MediaTek’s new Dimensity 8350 SoC and brings an 11-inch display.
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One of the main draws to Samsung’s ecosystem is how well devices work together. While it isn’t exactly seamless yet, some features allow users to take advantage of the bridge in similar operating systems. One upcoming feature in One UI 7 will seemingly allow users to paste recent photos straight from Galaxy phones to Galaxy Books in certain apps.
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