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 has finally pulled the curtain on the Galaxy S23 FE as part of its “Fan Edition” lineup. The new phone is meant to be an entry point for those who want a Galaxy S23 experience – here’s what’s actually different compared to the Galaxy S23.
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As the debut of the first rumored foldable from the OnePlus brand approaches, the company notes that flip phones just aren’t in the cards. This comes as its sister company, Oppo, releases the Find N3 – a flip phone.
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OnePlus gives an official look at an early build of the OnePlus Open through an exclusive interview that shows off the company’s revamped foldable hinge build and “gapless” design.
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Fubo TV has taken some critical feedback from users and turned it into actual improvements. A new update to the FuboTV app on Android TV and Google TV means a couple of new features and a better viewing experience.
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Google is slated to breathe a little life into the Pixel Buds Pro with two new color variants – Bay Blue and Porcelain, previous leaks have suggested. New images have surfaced, showing us exactly what those colors look like.
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The OnePlus Open is slated to be the company’s first entry into the foldable space. Solidifying that is a public appearance that showcases the foldable in action.
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Lenovo’s recent stream of hardware has caught our attention, and deservedly so. The Lenovo Tab Extreme is an intense 14-inch tablet that runs Android and is built to be the best at two things: both work and play.
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The OnePlus Buds Pro 3 has slipped through the cracks, and the bulk of its design is out in the open. With what we now know, it seems very little has changed generationally.
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Recent videos show a little more about the Galaxy S23 FE’s camera and display, sweetening the dedicated “fan edition” device that Samsung should be releasing very shortly.
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The Galaxy S23 is getting its fifth One UI 6 beta update, which could only mean One UI 6 based on Android 14 is getting closer to public release.
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Galaxy Z Fold/Flip 5 users have been twiddling their thumbs, waiting for the One UI 6 beta to come. Unfortunately, it might be a little longer than initially expected, with Samsung noting a One UI 6 beta delay until sometime in October.
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Xiaomi’s latest release is a pairing of two midrange devices – the Xiaomi 13T and 13T Pro – that are entirely about the camera. The two physically identical devices really only differ in the camera department and select specs, with the Xiaomi 13T Pro able to shoot in 8K.
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The Pixel 8 and 8 Pro are right around the corner, but that won’t stop Google from leaking more pictures of the device. The latest batch of images gives some of the best looks at the upcoming Tensor G3-powered flagships we’ve seen.
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Get ready to hear what AI is thinking. ChatGPT is gaining voice and image recognition capabilities on top of a voice of its own, but you’ll have to pay to hear it.
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OxygenOS 14, based on Android 14, is around the corner, and it brings some serious changes to OnePlus phones. One of those changes is a new Dynamic Island-like UI, but only in one particular instance on OnePlus’s phones.
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Samsung’s upcoming outburst of FE devices will include the Galaxy Tab S9 FE and Tab S9 FE+ – two mid-range tablets from Samsung that carry a surprising water- and dust-resistant rating of IP68.
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One UI 6.0 with Android 14 is around the corner, and with it comes a new update to Good Lock on Samsung devices. Samsung’s timeline shows us what’s in store for Good Lock 6.0 and the 6.1 update that follows it.
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Recently surfaced leaks show off not only the upcoming Galaxy Buds FE but also the S23 FE and Tab S9 FE alongside it in one big “fan edition” family.
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Samsung and MrBeast have officially partnered up to promote the company’s lineup of Galaxy devices. Going forward, the massive YouTube Channel will use Galaxy devices for certain vlog-style shots where “real” cameras aren’t convenient.
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Twitter is getting rid of Circles – a Google-like feature that probably went under your radar and has only existed for just over a year.
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Telegram’s Channel system is getting a big update, complete with the ability to post stories – just as long as Premium and paying followers give them the ability via “boosts.” The update also gives users the ability to post stories with reactions and custom audio.
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As most other devices are stuck with One UI 6 beta 1, the Galaxy S23 is getting an upgrade to beta 4. This update brings a few crucial fixes but leaves room for an additional update before the full release.
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The newest version of Android allows users to switch out the static Wallet and Google Home shortcuts with other options. This quick guide will take you through switching lock screen shortcuts on Android 14.
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What Microsoft was working on with Bing Chat has evolved into something much more – Windows Copilot. Copilot is an AI-powered virtual assistant, much like Google Assistant on the Pixel, except with LLM knowledge.
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