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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After all of the foldable Android phone entries we’ve seen throughout the year, the Magic V3 from honor still stands out for one major reason — how insanely thin it is.
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Google has adjusted how the Pixel can be customized for those with color blindness. The color correction tool lets you choose a range of colors and intensity on Google’s Pixel devices, fully fine-tuning the Pixel’s display to your preference.
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OnePlus is expected to launch the OnePlus 13 and 13R on January 7. While the details on the OnePlus 13 are all but confirmed, the 13R still hides in the shadows. A new Amazon listing has confirmed which Snapdragon 8 chip the OnePlus 13R will use, along with some other clues.
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The Pixel 9 Pro Fold is both a blessing and a curse. It folds in half, which is great, but finding a good case for a phone that folds in half can be tough. That’s where we’ve settled on Thinborne’s minimal aramid fiber case for the Pixel 9 Pro Fold, as it brings the best light protection with none of the issues that come with foldable cases.
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In an update to Android 15, Google’s Pixel phones can now set charging limits to prevent the phone from charging past 80%. This setting has a completely valid reason for existing, and some users might want to turn it on to save their Pixel’s battery in the long-term.
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The Galaxy S25 is merely weeks away from seeing the light, and before that, it looks like we already have an idea of what color options Samsung is set to offer for this year’s flagship lineup of devices, and there is certainly no shortage.
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The OnePlus 13 has been highly anticipated due to the success of the OnePlus 12, which launched just around a year ago. The company has officially set a date for the launch and details what that will bring.
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Samsung is gearing up for the launch of the Galaxy S25 series, which means more AI is about to come our way. In preparation for the new lineup, Samsung is detailing how it plans to ensure user safety with a new Personal Data Engine and a new AI summary feature for the Now Bar in One UI 7.
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Google Wallet on Wear OS devices like the Pixel Watch series will soon allow users to interact with Schlage locks, which means ID cards and keys can be left at home.
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The OnePlus Open 2 is still a little ways away, but further leaks about the device are starting to pour in. Among what we already know, new rumors indicate that the OnePlus Open 2 will be waterproof to some degree and will come in a thinner package.
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One UI 7 introduced an odd change for Galaxy phones. Instead of the app drawer pages we’ve been so accustomed to on Galaxy phones, Samsung actually switched back to an endlessly scrolling grid of apps. If you don’t like this adjustment, here’s how you can change it back.
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Gemini has been a powerful addition to Google Workspace, allowing users to enhance how they interact with productivity tools like Docs or Sheets. Google Drive is the latest to see a new Gemini feature that will summarize Google Drive folders before you open them on the web app.
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The Galaxy S24 series is still heavily discounted from Sasmung, but this is probably the last event before the company releases the Galaxy S25 lineup. Still, that doesn’t mean the S24 series will be any cheaper when the next generation comes around.
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Google has been working on a feature to combat motion sickness when users interact with their devices in moving vehicles. The “Motion Cues” feature has yet to be released on Android but was activated prior to release.
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The Galaxy S25 is set to launch sometime in January and will bring a few improvements, but many things are looking like they’ll stay the same. That includes the Galaxy S25’s storage options, which will reportedly stick to the same format as last year.
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One UI 6 Watch, while delayed for most modern Galaxy Watch models, has a lot to offer. The health suite brings a new custom workout tool, which completely changes how functional the exercise page actually is. This quick guide will bring you through setting up custom routines on your Galaxy Watch.
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There are plenty of streaming services available through Google TV and other Android devices, but to subscribe to every one of them at full price would cost a fortune. Here is our list of major streaming services on Google TV that offer some sort of a student discount.
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Initially introduced as a test feature, Oura is beginning to fully roll out Symptom Radar for its rings, which will be able to detect when the user is beginning to get sick.
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Google’s Live captions are becoming richer with new AI-driven “Expressive Captions” that convey more than basic language, including sounds and actions. Google is also bringing Gemini 1.5 to Image Q&A in the Lookout app.
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One UI 7 beta has officially arrived after a long and arduous wait. With that, Samsung is releasing details on how Knox has been improved to handle bigger security threats and take on more for users.
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The Galaxy Watch 5 is starting to see One UI 6 availability in the US. This comes as the software based on Wear OS 5 has been rolling out to the Galaxy Watch 5 in other regions.
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The Galaxy Watch series is beginning to see the rollout of Samsung’s One UI 6, which is the company’s OS based one Google’s Wear OS 5. These devices have been updated to the new OS, with more to follow along.
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Samsung’s One UI 7 is coming up soon, and more than just on-device software changes, it will also bring a shift in support for certain applications. Samsung’s DeX feature will no longer be supported on Galaxy devices running One UI 7 while connected to Windows.
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The Galaxy Tab S10 series isn’t quite complete, as confirmed by fine print on Samsung’s website. The site confirms the inception of the Galaxy Tab S10 FE and could mean a soon release.
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