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
There are a lot of users out there who don’t mind setting their earbuds to ambient mode and going on with their lives. With the Sony Link Buds, that seems to be the main focus.
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Supply lines are more strained than ever and it’s affecting manufacturers around the world, including Samsung. That means if you want to buy an S22 or S22 Ultra, your safest bet is to pre-order the latest in Samsung’s Galaxy S line. Here’s where to find the Galaxy S22 and S22 Ultra in stock for pre-order.
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Being able to copy and paste text on your phone is vital to everyday usage. On Google Pixel, there are a few features that make the copy-and-paste process incredibly seamless. This guide explains how to copy and paste text on Google Pixel from just about any app and gives you a few copy-and-paste tips and tricks, too.
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Today, the Bengals and NFC North champs go head to horn against the Rams in the NFC West. Super Bowl LVI is going to be a big game, and possibly one of the most exciting Super Bowls in a while. So how do you watch it? This guide will get you exactly where you need to be to watch Super Bowl LVI on Google TV, Android TV, and Android devices.
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Every now and again, the Galaxy Watch 4 gets major updates to improve the already capable Wear OS smartwatch. Of course, in order for you to take advantage of improvements to your Galaxy Watch, you need to ensure the device gets updated. This guide will take you through exactly how to check for updates on your Galaxy Watch.
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The Galaxy Watch 4 is a powerful smartwatch, there is no doubt about it. In fact, it may be the best of the bundle right now. To add to that, the latest Wear OS update adds a really nice new quality-of-life feature to its notification system on the Galaxy Watch 4 for Google Messages and Slack.
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This week has been a little quiet in terms of new developments in cloud gaming – GeForce Now stands out with the biggest selection of new rewards and games to come onto the scene as of late. This week, the company is celebrating its second anniversary, so as you would expect, GFN is giving out presents to members, so make sure you keep reading for how you can sign up for GeForce Now rewards.
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Opening and closing tabs can get real messy real quick, especially if they aren’t organized and kept up with. Fortunately, Google Chrome has a feature that lets you group tabs together, saving a lot of headaches. This guide will take you through exactly how to create tab groups in Google Chrome.
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Every year, Samsung holds its Unpacked event, debuting the latest and greatest of its device lines. This year is a little bit different – there are a few extra options for tuning in. Where and when can you watch Samsung Unpacked 2022? Our guide gives you all the details on how to join this year’s event.
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It’s that time again! Snowboarding, skiing, elegant figure skating, and the luge are all in full swing for the 2022 winter Olympics in Beijing. So how and where do you watch the 2022 Olympics on Google TV, Android, or Chrome OS? This guide will help you secure your virtual seat at the Olympics this year.
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The Google Pixel runs stock Android out of the box, but even stock Android needs a tuneup every so often. This guide will walk you through all the information you need to know about Google’s Pixel security and Android updates, timelines, and more.
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Most wireless earbuds come with standard earbud tips. Those soft, silicone tips don’t do too much for sound or comfort and Comply knows this. That being the case, the company is launching new Comply foam earbud tips for the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro.
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Believe it or not, there are many reasons you’d want to factory reset your Google Pixel. Maybe there are bugs that only a reset could fix, or maybe you want to upgrade to the Pixel 6 Pro and need to sell your current Pixel. Either way, this guide will show you how to get it done safely.
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The Elite 7 Pro and Elite 7 Active earbuds has seemed to be the black sheep of Jabra’s line – the only pair of true wireless earbuds without multipoint pairing. Fortunately, Jabra is finally bringing the feature to these earbuds via an OTA update.
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There are countless reasons to take a screenshot. You might want to save something from social media, help someone with an app remotely, or circle things on your screen. Bottom line? Taking a screenshot is a basic function you should know how to perform! Read on to learn how to take a screenshot on Android devices, such as the Google Pixel, Samsung Galaxy, and OnePlus.
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If you’re looking for an alternative to Spotify, YouTube Music might be the way to go. Follow this guide to learn what YouTube Music has to offer versus Spotify, how much the membership costs, and how to transfer your songs from Spotify to YouTube Music.
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There are a number of reasons you’d want to download and watch a movie from Google Play offline. Fortunately, with the Google TV app on mobile, that feature is built right in, allowing you to watch movies offline anywhere you go. This guide will explain the process of downloading movies as well as where you can find them.
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The Google Play store offers tons of content for all customers – not just Android users. Movies, TV shows, books, and more can be found in the Play Store. A gift card for the Google Play store is a great gift for anyone. So how do you buy one and how can it be used? Read our guide to find out.
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In case you hadn’t noticed, the Pixel line of phones – while great devices – are absolutely not without issues. Among those issues tends to be adaptive screen brightness problems, wherein the Google Pixel on Android adjusts brightness under the wrong circumstances. Follow along with this guide to learn how to reset and fix that issue.
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One of the benefits of Samsung switching its Galaxy Watch 4 over to Wear OS is that it opens up a new world of watch faces. So how do you change the watch face on your Galaxy Watch and customize it to fit your style? This guide will help you do exactly that.
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Verizon and AT&T are starting to rollout out C-Band 5G coverage for their users in the US, bringing a whole new set of frequencies into the 5G game. So what is C-Band 5G and what Android phones are eligible for it?
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With every photo you take backing up to the cloud, it’s a little hard to feel like much is private. Fortunately, Google Photos has a feature called Locked Folder that allows you to keep personal hidden away. Here’s how it works.
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No Google app on Android or iOS is without bugs and issues. Fortunately, there’s a way you can contact support and leave feedback for Google app developers. Follow this guide to learn how.
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Whether you’re fed up with Netflix’s raised prices or lack of actual good content, you might be considering leaving and choosing something a little more up your alley. No matter which service you’re switching to, you can follow this guide to learn how to cancel your Netflix membership on Android.
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