Will Sattelberg is a writer and podcaster at 9to5Google.
He’s been covering all things Android since 2021 when he joined the team at Android Police, serving as both News Editor and Phones Editor throughout his tenure. Prior to professionally covering Android and all things smartphones, he was just a passionate enthusiast, having purchased his first Android device — HTC’s Thunderbolt — back in 2011.
Will has a degree in video production he occasionally remembers to use, but his real love lies in both writing and podcasting. He’s constantly fascinated — and sometimes frustrated — by the ever-evolving shape of consumer technology, and enjoys bringing that sense of affection and curiosity to everything he produces.
You can reach out to Will at will@9to5mac.com, or find him on Twitter, Threads, or Bluesky.
Welcome to episode 84 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, Abner, Damien, and Will talk through Google’s big changes to Gmail, including a new AI Inbox and improved search. They also turn their attention to Gemini’s Personal Intelligence feature that aims to make it the best virtual assistant we’ve seen yet, but not before digging into the latest Pixel 10a leaks that have us scratching our collective heads at just how familiar this phone feels.
If you’ve spent the last month wondering why Netflix suddenly decided to end support for Google Cast on its service, you’re not alone. Now, a new report suggests the reasoning behind the move might be the most obvious.
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Google’s Fast Pair protocol delivers one of the best Bluetooth experiences you’ll find today, automatically pairing wireless earbuds, speakers, and other accessories and sharing those details across your account. Unfortunately, a new paper reveals some pretty serious security concerns with some Fast Pair devices, and you’ll need to update each of your gadgets individually to fix it.
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As rumored, Spotify is raising its prices across all of its paid plans in the US, resulting in a much more expensive plan than its main competitors.
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2026 is looking like a tough year to be in the market for consumer electronics, as the race to dominate AI continues to devour more and more RAM. Unsurprisingly, Nothing isn’t immune to these current market conditions, and it’s bound to mean more expensive smartphones come later this year.
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It’s hard to beat Samsung’s Galaxy Watch lineup if you’re looking for a rock-solid wearable on Android, especially if you’ve found yourself investing in Samsung’s entire ecosystem, and right now, you can pick one up for a bargain.
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Foldables have come a long way since the days of 2019’s original Galaxy Fold. We’ve seen successors from both Samsung and its rivals introduce slimmer, more durable designs with larger displays and fewer compromises. That said, one obvious blemish remains running straight down the middle of any given folding screen. If Samsung has its way though, that soon could be a thing of the past.
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Samsung’s Certified Re-Newed program makes for an easy way to help the environment and save some cash on your new phone, and starting today, it’s expanding to three new regions within Europe.
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Ayaneo might’ve made a splash late last year with is Xperia Play-esque Pocket Play smartphone, but if you’ve been holding out on buying one of those over, say, a new Pixel, you’ll need to wait a little longer.
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Shopping appears to be one of the big pushes for AI in 2026, and Google is giving Gemini about as large as a boost as it could in this arena thanks to a new partnership with Walmart.
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Clicks might have cut its teeth developing add-on keyboards for various smartphones — first iPhone, then Android — but its latest announcement appears to be its most promising yet. The Clicks Communicator feels like the first real minimalist device to potentially provide a substantial improvement over your daily driver, even if many of us might feel it’s better as a secondary device rather than a replacement for whatever you already own.
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Motorola has a couple of new phones to show off at CES, and at least one of them lacks any kind of hinge. The new Motorola Signature looks like the company’s most promising non-Razr flagship in ages, but unfortunately, you might not get a chance to try it for yourself.
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If your bedside table is covered in charging bricks and loose cables, Aukey’s new ultra-powerful charging station might be the gadget you’ve been waiting for — but it’ll cost you a pretty penny.
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Belkin is kicking off CES with a slate of new accessories, including a new charging dock that should be on the wishlist of every Pixel enthusiast out there.
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Welcome to episode 83 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, Abner, Damien, and Will welcome their fellow 9to5 staff members Andrew Romero, Ben Schoon, and Jordan Floyd to the show to assemble a full tier list for 2025’s Android-adjacent launches. From phones and wearables to software upgrades and Gemini’s improvements, we manage to rank more than 20 launches from throughout the year from the best to the rest. Check out the complete tier list at the bottom of these show notes (spoilers!).
The holiday shopping season is just about over, but if you’re still looking for an easy gift — for you or yourself — and you don’t mind waiting, the OnePlus Pad Go 2 is now available for order.
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Welcome to The Sideload episode 17, a 9to5Google podcast. This week, Will welcomes Dean Daley, Devices Editor at MobileSyrup, to the show to discuss Dean’s recent hands-on time with the Galaxy Z TriFold. From how it feels in your hands to the experience of running true tablet-sized apps on a smartphone, it’s a deep dive into some very early impressions of Samsung’s next foldable. Then, Will and Dean sum up their predictions and hopes for CES before ending with some tech hopes for 2026.
Google is continuing to try and get customers to check out its growing lineup of Pixel devices, and now, a new plan in India is hoping to spur some further momentum.
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Google’s parent company Alphabet has announced an acquisition of Intersect, a “data center and energy infrastructure” company that aims to provide additional support for building out its capacity for AI.
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Welcome to episode 82 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, Abner, Damien, and Will break down their reactions to Google’s surprise release of Gemini 3 Flash. After talking through their preferred models and Gemini launchers, the crew discusses Android 16 QPR3’s arrival and the long-awaited option to remove the At a Glance widget on Pixel. Finally, all three offer their visions for where Google is headed in 2026.
If you’ve noticed the dislike button missing from YouTube Shorts lately, you aren’t alone. Google is trying out some changes for how dislikes work on the platform, and it could make it easier to signal what you’re actually interested in.
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Following years of controversy, promises, and potential (and even short-lived) bans, TikTok’s long-awaited US deal is happening next month.
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2026 is shaping up to be a big year from Samsung, with the Galaxy S26 and Galaxy Z TriFold set to launch within the next couple of months. Now, rumors suggest Samsung sees a big future for its Galaxy Z Flip series, and it all revolves around Exynos.
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Google only kicked off its Gemini for Home rollout a few weeks ago, but it’s full steam ahead for the company’s efforts to replace Assistant. After speeding up invites in the US last week, we’re now seeing our first international expansion of the program.
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