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
While MagSafe tech might make you think of Apple hardware in particular, there are plenty of accessories that bring the technology to Android. In effect, MagSafe accessories for Android work the same and add a ton of functionality to any phone.
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These days, it’s hard to come by unique earbuds in the TWS audio industry. Even still, HP has found a way to incorporate interesting features into earbuds in a way that actually makes sense with the Poly Voyager Free 60.
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In a surprising Partner Program policy change, YouTube is widening the gap in time before rejected or suspended users can rejoin the monetization program.
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Galaxy Watches running Wear OS are getting a small quality-of-life update that gives Bixby a little more reach as Samsung’s virtual assistant.
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Google Authenticator is pushing synced 2FA codes across your Google Account, though that approach raises some security concerns. Here’s how to use Google Authenticator offline and turn off syncing to your Google Account.
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Samsung’s latest Galaxy A device is the Galaxy A24 which launched in Vietnam earlier this week without much fanfare. It is deserved, though, as this is Samsung’s most affordable device to get four years of major Android updates and five years of overall support.
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For a long time, Chrome has had an issue with bookmark ghosting, which is what happens when deleted bookmarks are reinstated after Chrome syncs with a secondary device. If you’re having an issue with bookmarks reappearing after you’ve deleted them, this guide will take you through how to get rid of them for good.
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Even with extremely advanced displays on the market, e-ink still finds a home with many users who like to read or sketch. The Tab Ultra C is the latest tablet from Boox that offers all of the functionality of an e-ink display, but with color.
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The Motorola ThinkPhone has been one of the more exciting devices this year, though we hadn’t had a price tag or purchase details so far. Now, the company is setting a purchase point as well as where both businesses and consumers can purchase the ThinkPad companion.
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More and more apps are bringing incorporating passkey support, which is an easier and more secure way to go about user authentication. Next on the list is Kayak, which now officially supports passkeys on both Android and Chrome.
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Something that has long since to have held back WhatsApp is the lack of cross-device messaging. Now, the messaging app is rolling out the ability to send and receive synced messages across multiple devices.
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Motorola’s Moto G lineup has remained a household name for years, so much so that each is really only differentiated by year. This year’s Moto G (2023) looks to keep a lot of the same in a simple and uncomplicated design shown off by leaked renders.
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With the promise of a Chrome refresh coming to desktop sometime this year, we’re already seeing signs of a redesign on foldable devices, as subtle as they may be.
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Since the introduction of Android Auto’s Coolwalk update, it’s been a waiting game to see when Waze would see an update that brings it to the carded dashboard. Now, it seems that update has finally come with some general UI tweaks.
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For users who find themselves using Telegram for work, the company is adding a shared folders feature to fix a lot of the invitation woes that exist, specifically, across multiple channels.
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One of the best things about Google Photos is the robust search feature. Consequently, searching for and finding images of yourself is incredibly easy – here’s how.
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Among the thousands of watch faces available for Wear OS smartwatches, Facer is the tool that stands as the basis for many of them. Now, Facer is introducing real-time 3D watch faces and elements for creators in Facer 7.0.
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As basic as a tool it is, Nearby Share on Windows has proven to be an effective, fast, and reliable way to share files and images between your PC and Android device. In this guide, we’ll go over a simple way you can stop Nearby Share from opening on startup.
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In the latest One UI update for Samsung devices, the Galaxy Watch 4 and 5 see a pretty useful little feature. Based on what mode your paired Samsung phone is in, the Galaxy Watch can take on predetermined watch faces, giving each and every mode a unique feel.
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Samsung’s lineup can go from very exciting with the Galaxy S23 series to relatively simple, as is the case with the new Galaxy A24, set to debut shortly.
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Google Arts & Culture has a new “Calling In Our Corals” project bubbling up to the surface. Using data models defined by users, teams will be able to monitor and understand thriving ecosystems in our oceans, with the main goal of repairing those fragile habitats.
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Depending on how good you are at keeping up with emails, there’s a chance your inbox is filled with both important and inconsequential emails from any number of senders. Knowing how to target your search can help you narrow down that unread list and recall messages from years ago. Here’s how you can utilize the search bar in Gmail on your phone.
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Privacy is a heavy-handed topic, and for a good reason. When it comes to your Google Account, though there might be no obvious risks to certain data being saved within that ecosystem, you still might want to take a look at what is being stored. Here’s how to check your Google Account activity and delete or turn off saved history.
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This year has seen upgrade after upgrade for GeForce Now members. The latest is the addition of native 4K streaming on LG smart TVs with no console or additional hardware needed for GeForce Now.
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