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
Fan Channels that have a little too much in common with other accounts are going to be subject to YouTube’s updated policies, which could mean seeing your Channel completely closed if you’re not careful.
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Razer is bringing a little more flare to its existing products with a new lineup of vinyl skins, available for devices like the Kishi controller, Razer Blade laptops, and even separate entities like Xbox and PlayStation consoles.
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When the Pixel Tablet isn’t being used as a tablet, it can be connected to a speaker dock that essentially turns it into a Nest Hub. Rather than buying a second Pixel Tablet dock to set it up with Hub Mode in multiple places, you can use a standard charger. Here’s how.
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YouTube has started rolling out a new feature called “1080p Premium,” which is only accessible through its Premium tier. So does that mean YouTube is downgrading regular 1080p for free users? Probably not – here’s what’s actually happening.
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Google Wallet recently took over a little bit of a makeover. With it, there may be a few buttons out of place. This guide will take you through navigating the new Google Wallet look, re-ordering or customizing cards, and finding your settings.
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One of the few breakaways users are able to get from ads during shows or movies on YouTube TV is the peaceful Zen Mode, which generally depicts a quiet and relaxing scene. Now, that feature is starting to incorporate sponsored text, effectively interrupting the zen.
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Having dual screens, the TicWatch Pro 5 has quite the trick up its sleeve. With something called Essential mode, the TicWatch Pro 5 can last for weeks on end, using up only minimal power. Here’s how it works.
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There are generally two trains of thought to digesting streamed media in a common space. The first is the most common and involves a nice UHD or 4K TV. The second, less common approach, is getting a smart short-throw projector that takes up minimal space and offers up to 120 inches of clear, crisp 4K video. The Formovie Theater 4K projector does just that, and man do we love it.
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For the last few years, Samsung has been hitting the mark one watch after another. One of those successful smartwatches was the Galaxy Watch 4 Classic edition, which had a rotating bezel and reliable SoC. Now, the Galaxy Watch 4 Classic is on sale for $129 in both black and silver, down from over $300, bringing premium incredibly within reach.
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Teased during Google I/O 2023, Emoji Wallpapers have made their way to Android 14, which is currently in beta. With these new lively wallpapers available for those running Android 14 Beta 3, getting started to create and set Emoji Wallpapers is easy.
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We often take for granted how much Google Maps has to offer beyond getting us where we need to go. The app – quite literally – has layers to it. This guide will break down each layer in the app and what it does, so you can use Google Maps to do things like see traffic, transit options, and even nearby air quality.
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Because the Pixel Watch was launched with proprietary band connectors, finding premium watchbands has been somewhat of a challenge. Of course, options from the manufacturer itself are going to yield the best results, but is Google’s new Metal Links Band for the Pixel Watch worth the $200 tag?
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There are a couple of companies vying for the top spot in the robot/vacuum market, and Ecovacs’ is one of them. Its Deebot T20 Omni is the newest smart cleaning robot that makes use of an auto-lifting mop system and new hardware for one of the best cleans around.
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OnePlus is planning on building off last year’s budget phone with the OnePlus Nord 3. The latest leaks show off the Nord 3 design in full, bearing a striking resemblance to an existing phone currently on the market.
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In Samsung’s new beta take on Wear OS 4, the Galaxy Watch gains Universal Gestures, which let you control your watch without touching the screen. Here’s a first look at how the new tool works.
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It’s wildfire season, and that, unfortunately, means smoke and pollutants are going to be tracking across thousands of miles, affecting air quality and millions of people. Checking the air quality before you step outside is vital, so here’s how to do it using Google apps and Search.
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Audio lovers have been waiting for the Sony WF-1000XM5 earbuds to be released for quite some time, and it looks like things are getting a little more concrete as new official-looking photos have cropped up, showing off Sony’s new and streamlined XM5 earbud design.
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Samsung is finally rolling out One UI Watch 5 beta after a delay that moved it up a bit. Now that the program is live, Galaxy Watch 4 and 5 users can sign up to get started with Samsung’s latest watch OS. Here’s how to sign up.
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Apple is seeing high praise for bringing a new landscape version of always-on display, which is meant to showcase a Google Home or Alexa-type set of widgets and info. While the hype for this is running high, it’s worth mentioning that Samsung Galaxy phones have had this “StandBy mode” ability for a while now. Here’s how to use it.
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Many notable services and websites are expanding security preferences to include access via passkey, a new way to log in to sites and apps without using a potentially vulnerable password. 1Password, by extension, is rolling out support for browser passkeys in the latest beta.
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The Edge+ from Motorola has widely been regarded as a strong competitor in 2023 for best phone. As good as it is, the Android device is slick. Here are some of our favorite case picks for the very slippery Motorola Edge+.
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Google Chrome has long since had the option to take on new themes set by you, the user. Now, that theming and customization tool comes to Chrome in a new way – as a side panel menu. Here’s how to use the new menu for quick and easy Chrome customization.
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The Windows Subsystem for Android that allows some of our favorite apps to run on Windows 11 isn’t perfect, though it’s been steadily improving since its public release last year. Now Android apps in Windows 11 have access to local file sharing, allowing users to upload photos and videos with certain apps.
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Netflix did it. The media streaming service has finally laid some ground rules on profile-sharing. With that, users can transfer profiles to a different account so they don’t get charged a fee for “mooching.” Here’s how to transfer a profile from one Netflix account to another.
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