Ben Schoon is a Senior Editor at 9to5Google, working for the publication as one of its primary news writers since 2016.
In 2013, Ben helped start an independent tech publication where he learned the skills used at 9to5Google including writing, product photography, and videography. He is located in the city of Winston-Salem in North Carolina where he lives with his wife Melissa. Ben is an avid disc golf player.
He primarily covers Android products, including Google Pixel devices, Samsung Galaxy smartphones, as well as devices from OnePlus, Oppo, Motorola, and more. Beyond just covering news about these products, Ben also spends time using these products himself, speaking from experience with the articles he writes. Some of Ben’s most recent hands-on reviews include; Pixel 8 Pro, Pixel Watch 2, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5, Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, Motorola Razr+, HP Dragonfly Pro Chromebook, and more.
Ben is also a leading source for information about Google’s Android TV, diving deeply into important parts of the platform including its powerful Operator Tier, explaining future changes to the platform, and reviewing its products such as Chromecast with Google TV, Nvidia Shield TV, and more.
In 2019, Ben leaked one of the first in-person photos of the Pixel 4 before later revealing the Recorder and Pixel Themes apps months ahead of launch. In 2020, Ben also reported on multiple upcoming Pixel devices including Pixel 5a and the first report of Google working on a foldable Pixel smartphone. That same month, he was also the first to correctly report the $49 price point of what became the Chromecast with Google TV.
Ben Schoon is active on Twitter, @nexusben, but can also be found on Instagram and LinkedIn. For questions or tips, you can email him directly, and his portfolio is also available online.
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Ahead of a rollout starting in November, Oppo has revealed ColorOS 15 with some big UI changes, but also a lot of… let’s say “inspiration” from iOS.
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After months being exclusive to Google Pixel and Samsung Galaxy devices, Circle to Search is expanding, and now Google has confirmed a list of devices that are ready to support the feature.
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As the floodgates for Android 15 are opening, OnePlus and Oppo are preparing to show off their Android 15 updates to OxygenOS and ColorOS.
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Truly wireless earbuds are everywhere in 2024, but finding the one that’s right for you can be tough. Over the past few months, the standout choices for me have been the Nothing Ear, the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro, and most recently, the Pixel Buds Pro 2. In my book, there’s a clear winner of the three.
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Google started selling a glow-in-the-dark Android figure recently, but with a hefty added cost for shipping. Now, Dead Zebra has also opened up sales, and it’s much more affordable.
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Google has never been a huge player in the smartphone market, but Pixel sales continue to grow. According to a new report, Q3 2024 saw the “highest-ever” quarterly sales for Google Pixel, right as the Pixel 9 series hit the market.
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Motorola has announced that its smartphones will also be getting Google’s Circle to Search feature, but there are a lot of questions left unanswered.
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After years on iOS as an award-winning game for young children, Pok Pok is finally launching on Android.
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After a late start, Android 15 is now rolling out to Pixel phones with the latest monthly updates, and the floodgates are starting to open for other brands as well.
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Samsung is apparently set to launch its “Special Edition” Galaxy Z Fold 6 as soon as next week, new reports claim.
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YouTube Premium is pricey, but Google is slowly starting to expand a “Premium Lite” plan to more countries with a price that’s roughly half off.
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Google has made a huge change to how watch faces work in Wear OS 5, and it’s led to Facer, one of the most popular watch face marketplaces, not working.
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Following yesterday’s Android 15 update, the Instagram app has unexpectedly starting running into some big issues for Pixel users.
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Google Pixel phones are set to get a new feature that allows users to limit battery charging to 80%, but the feature was never coming in this week’s first Android 15 update.
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If you’re looking for a Pixel Watch 3 screen protector, Google is now selling an option in its official store.
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The Google Store has started selling a new 3-in-1 charging dock for your Pixel phone, Pixel Watch, and Pixel Buds.
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Samsung is rolling out its September 2024 update to various Galaxy smartphones and tablets and, for once, it’s also a pretty big update. Here’s what’s new and which devices are being updated.
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While the timing feels a bit odd with new Pixel phones already on the market, Android 15 is now finally available to Google Pixel smartphones. Here’s how to install it.
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Security systems and cameras can go a long way in helping stop a break-in as it’s happening, but at that point damage has already been done. With its latest outdoor camera, SimpliSafe wants to stop burglars before they enter the home by having someone monitor your yard.
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Samsung is pushing hard for new AI features on Galaxy devices, and according to a new report, one of the company’s goals is to use AI to effectively replace the various settings menus we deal with on a regular basis.
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A new Roku update is bringing additional smart home features that lets your TV act as a security monitor for cameras.
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Mobvoi is launching its latest smartwatch, the TicWatch Atlas, alongside its first Wear OS 4 update.
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Arlo has just annoucned a new wired floodlight with video camera that comes with an affordable price tag.
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As announced earlier this month, Samsung is bringing One UI to its Tizen-powered TVs, and the updates are rolling out now.
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