Jerry Hildenbrand
Jerry is an amateur woodworker and struggling shade tree mechanic. There's nothing he can't take apart, but many things he can't reassemble. You'll find him writing and speaking his loud opinion on Android Central and occasionally on Twitter.
Latest articles by Jerry Hildenbrand
Biden's op-ed on big tech abuse gets so much right - and so much wrong
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
We really do need to look at the ways "big tech" worms its way into all facets of our lives.
How to install and run Linux apps on a Chromebook
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
Installing Linux programs on your Chromebook is a whole lot easier than it used to be. Here's how you do it.
The Nothing Phone (1) Beta Membership program is your chance to buy a really cool broken product
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
Nothing is worse than using a beta program as a shield except charging people for the experience.
What we can expect from Android satellite phones and why we should all want one
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
Qualcomm's deal with Iridium leaves most details up to phone makers, but we have enough to set our expectations.
How to set up and use Phone Hub with your Chromebook and Android phone
By Jerry Hildenbrand last updated
Connecting your Android phone to your Chromebook is easy and you can do some cool stuff with it.
How to use Google Chrome Task Manager
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
Chrome has its own task manager and it's full of things you should never turn off.
How to enable Spell Check on Chromebooks
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
You could use a service like Grammarly or you can take a minute and enable the built-in spelling and grammar tools. I suggest the latter.
What to do if you're locked out of your phone after resetting it
By Jerry Hildenbrand last updated
While it's for our own good, Factory Reset Protection can trip you up when you reset your phone. These tips can help.
Sideloading on iOS is not the biggest issue of the EU's Digital Markets Act
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
The internet is worried about sideloading on the iPhone but there is a much bigger problem: uninstalling any app you want.
How to find and enable Android accessibility features
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
Android has some great accessibility features and here is how to find them.
It's finally time to buy myself a smart lock
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
I'm cold and wet and feel like an idiot. A smart lock would have prevented two of those things.
How to reopen Virtual Desk on Chromebooks
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
You can save a virtual desktop on your Chromebook and open it up later just as you left it.
All tech has flaws so the important thing is how they are handled
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
Nothing that's connected is flawless. When those flaws come to light, companies need to do the right thing.
Cyber Monday is the right time to buy the HELM Audio Bolt - my favorite smartphone DAC/Amp combo
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
If you want to use wired headphones like some sort of crazy audiophile, you need a DAC/Amp combo for your phone. You should buy this one.
Grab the ASUS Chromebox 4 while it's on sale for Cyber Monday and build the best streaming device ever
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
If you want to stream all content at 4K plus have a full desktop web experience from your couch, get this.
This APC battery backup deal brings you peace of mind and saves you $100
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
You need a UPS as part of any desktop computer setup. It's great for console gaming, too.
Save $210 on the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus with this Cyber Monday deal
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
The Galaxy Chromebook Plus is 42% off and that means you should take a look at it.
The Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Go is the one I would buy this Cyber Monday
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
If i were buying a Chromebook for the holidays, I'd pick the light and portable Galaxy Chromebook Go.
The Acer Chromebook 512 is the $100 Chromebook you should buy this Black Friday
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
Black Friday is the day to buy a Chromebook. If you're looking for a cheap one you should look at the Acer 512
Save $100 on a Chromebook even your kid won't break
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
The ASUS C203XA has a horrible name but it's a tough Chromebook. It's perfect for the kids.
This is the best price you'll find on a pair of incredible Sennheiser HD 650 headphones
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
While not for everyone, Sennheiser HD 650 headphones are perfect if you want to hear music the way it is supposed to sound.
The ASUS Chromebook Flip M3 is a smart Black Friday buy
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
You can buy a Chromebook you actually want to use for less than $200
Which Amazon Fire TV devices work with hearing aids?
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
Amazon's 2nd gen. Fire TV Cube and the Fire TV Omni series devices can pair with compatible hearing aids via Bluetooth.