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
Motorola’s ThinkPhone has flown under the radar for a lot of users, though it is, in many respects, a great phone. One main feature is the iconic Red Key button, which has a few tricks up its sleeves. Here’s how to use it.
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Microsoft is no stranger to AI in the public eye. The company’s Bing Chat is widely accepted as a success built off the work of ChatGPT. To widen out a bit, the Microsoft Store is also getting an AI solution that will bring categorized apps and AI-generated feedback for developers.
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Microsoft seems to finally be in a spot where Android apps are stable enough for more developers to bring in their apps as it’s dropped certain restrictions, allowing any developer to submit their apps for the Amazon App Store on Windows 11.
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As simple as Nearby Share is for Windows, the tool has a couple of hidden features. One of which is the ability to copy and paste text or links in Nearby Share to send to your Android devices from a PC, or vice versa.
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Light strips are more than commonplace. They’re easy to set up and provide some serious color to your space. Govee’s latest light source, the M1 LED strip, provides vibrant colors to your smart home, regardless of its ecosystem, because it’s fully compatible with the Matter standard.
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The recently launched Huawei Watch 4 series claims to come with a newly unlocked ability to dive into the user’s blood sugar health, all without ever drawing a single drop. The Chinese company proudly claims this as an industry first.
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As successful as the release of Matter was and how large the wave of products seeing certification with the new standard is, there’s always room to grow. In Matter’s 1.1 update, newly released devices are easier to onboard, testing is expanding, and the standard hits a big milestone in the number of compatible devices.
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Kicking off today, Xbox games are starting to make their way into GeForce Now’s libraries, with the first title being Gears 5 and more to come.
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Google Home’s Automation function brings a lot to the smart home. Automated routines can initiate on their own and can add a layer to your home’s automation. Here’s how to use Google Home’s Automation Routines.
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It was inevitable that AI would start moving beyond the basic language model chatbot into something more useful for the average user. With Google’s new Duet AI in Labs, Google Docs has a “Write for me” feature that takes the heavy lifting out of drafting a document. Here’s how to use it.
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Motorola has gone through some undoubtedly rough patches when it comes to flagship devices. With the ThinkPhone being Motorola’s high-end offering, the professional-focused device offers a fantastic experience that doesn’t stray very far from stock Android but offers some extra capabilities for those who use Lenovo’s ThinkPad laptops.
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Built solely for cloud gaming, the Logitech G Cloud quickly became one of the best game streaming machines around. With that success and a limited launch in the US and Taiwan, Logitech is bringing the G Cloud to Europe along with several key software improvements and expanded support for Shadow PC.
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Google Home is built around the household, no matter how many members that entails. Home members can access lights, cameras, and even personal results in Google Assistant, all by having access to a shared household. Here’s how to add people.
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HTC hasn’t exactly been a big name in the Android universe for the past few years. Even so, that hasn’t stopped the company from trying to maintain relevancy. This year, the company fuels its Android division further with a new launch date in mind for its upcoming HTC U23 Pro. To further bolster that, leaks have already surfaced for the new entry.
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With a new Google Home app rolling out to the public, one of the first thing that needs some attention is the new “Favorites” page. This guide will take you through how to reorder and edit what sits in that section.
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During Google I/O 2023, the company announced several new impressive ventures into AI built for productivity. Each of these new Google projects is available in public preview, though you need to sign up for the AI Labs first. Here’s how to do that.
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Android 14 Beta is finally made available for devices besides the Pixel series, including phones from Nothing, Lenovo, OnePlus, Oppo, and more.
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Whoever said that you need a gaming mouse to send input over to your computer? Google’s Project Gameface is a fantastic new tool that relies on face and head movements to control mouse input without the mouse itself.
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Google’s freshly announced Pixel 7a is the newest midrange offering from the company. At $499, it’s the cheapest Pixel 7 around, though the Pixel 7a could be free with the right trade-in at the Google Store.
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With the new Pixel Tablet announced in full, users who pre-order the device will want to pair it up with a case. The tricky thing is that the nature of the Pixel Tablet requires a well-designed case made with its special docking feature in mind.
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Along with the Pixel 7a, Pixel Tablet, and Pixel Fold, Google packed a new colorway into an existing product – the Pixel Buds A-Series, now available in “Sea.”
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In the wake of a new budget A-series device, the Pixel 6a’s price is down to $349 on Google’s online store with other retailers following suit.
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Initially brought to mobile, the Waze app has the ability to show drivers where the nearest charging stations are and the important details that follow. Now, the Google-owned app is bringing that feature to Android Auto and CarPlay, expanding the user base significantly.
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Building on the success of last year’s entry-level Pixel, Google is introducing the new Pixel 7a to the mix, which will run the same in-house processor found in Google’s flagship devices.
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