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.
Andrew is active on Twitter – @chaosromero – but can also be found on Threads – @organizedchaos50.
Emails are open at andrew@9to5mac.com
Apparently, a 20L no-frills backpack from a brand like Peak Design that knows how to put together a high-end travel or everyday bag is the backpack I’ve been looking for this whole time.
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Leaks gave a quick preview of the Oura Ring 5, but it wasn’t clear just how much thinner the new model is. The $50 price jump is now confirmed for Oura’s new wearable that senses enhanced blood pressure patterns and live activity, now.
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YouTube isn’t exactly replacing the traditional search bar, but it is supplementing it with a way to watch a “custom feed” of videos based on your nuanced prompts.
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YouTube has already paved the way for creators to upload AI-generated content, but its recent move will mean those YouTube videos get a more prominent “AI” label to let viewers know how they were created.
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Samsung is partnering with CLEAR to offer a digital US passport option that’s already supported at airports.
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The Oura Ring 5 picture is becoming clearer as new leaks appear, with details about the health-tracking ring.
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Wear OS introduces visual changes to some tiles with new Wear Widgets. Google says some third-party apps are already ready to add compatible widgets, which is good news for both the Pixel Watch and the Galaxy Watch.
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Spotify is launching an experimental app called “Studio” that compiles whatever you want it to, including your own data, into an AI-generated podcast saved to your library.
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A small wave of users has recently expressed frustration with a YouTube TV bug that shows broken playback while browsing the Live Guide.
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As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches, Google is announcing a partnership with the US Men’s and Women’s National Teams to integrate additional themed features into Google Search.
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A new partnership between Gemini and CapCut means the video and image editing suite will be integrating some of its tools into Google’s AI assistant app, but it’s unclear what that might look like.
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Google demoed the first pair of Android XR glasses, and a new type of live demo slip-up resulted in some private conversations echoing across Mountain View. That, right there, is why the speakers on Google’s Android XR glasses won’t be audible to anyone but you.
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Leaks allege that Samsung’s Galaxy S27 Pro will sport a 6.47-inch display. It’s expected to be shoehorned in as the fourth model in Samsung’s flagship ‘S’ lineup.
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After appearing for the first time in Android 17 Beta, Google’s screen recorder menu now defaults to an option that most people want to use.
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A significant lineup of changes is coming to Pixel Watches with Wear OS 7, as Google announces the new wearable version will come with features more closely aligned with Android’s design.
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Google just announced its world-exploring game, Project Genie, is getting a new feature that drops you in real-world locations, like your own street.
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Gemini Omni, the latest generative model announced at Google I/O, is coming to YouTube within the Shorts Remix tool. It adds generative edits to other creators’ videos so users can add their own spin. Search is also getting a contextual upgrade.
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Google I/O 2026 starts today, and every bit of developer and Android news that comes with it will be announced via livestream and in person for all to watch. Here’s how to tune in.
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Reaction content is getting a boost with Google’s new “Screen Reaction” video tool available in Android 17. The announcement is followed by several Instagram updates in partnership with Google.
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Google’s Fitbit lineup is remaining almost entirely unchanged after launching the screenless Air tracker. That means you can still buy flagship models outside of the Pixel Watch family.
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Steelseries just announced the Arctis Nova Pro Omni, wedging a Hi-Res option in its lineup that isn’t quite as expensive as its $600 Nova Elite headset. Priced at $399, it’s almost as good.
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Gemini’s integration in Google Docs will now let users add groundwork instructions that it will remember across all projects.
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If you have ever created an avatar for your WhatsApp profile, you should know the feature is being deleted altogether.
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Hisense has a new Google TV-powered RGB mini-LED TV series available at nearly half the price of direct competitors, like TCL.
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