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
Don't buy a Chromebox in 2023 — buy a Chromebook instead
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
The right stuff Chromeboxes are great easy-to-use desktops. A Chromebook can be too, and it's a better choice right now.
Is it safe to use your phone after it stops getting security updates?
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
Android & Chill Once your phone reaches its end of life and it stops getting updates from the company that made it. should you stop using it?
I expected more from Google Search's new privacy features
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
Android & Chill Google has improved some of its search features but there is plenty of room for improvement.
The most important feature of a folding phone is durability
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
Sustainability Folding and flipping a phone brings a new set of potential problems. If anyone can figure them out, it's Samsung.
Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked 2023 was bigger, better, and boringer
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
Android & Chill Samsung's big shindig in Seoul told us a lot of nothing. But the company had to do it.
Imagine paying $1,200 for a tablet without an included keyboard
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
Why? If I'm going to spend laptop-levels of cash on a mobile device it has to at least have a keyboard.
Google knows you can't trust news written by AI but is making it easier to do anyway
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
Android & Chill AI has its place in any newsroom, but fact-checking and writing articles isn't it.
Don't leave home without grabbing the OSOM Privacy Cable
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
Privacy You never know what kind of device is hidden inside a charging kiosk. With an OSOM privacy cable, you don't need to care.
What it takes for a successful phone launch in North America
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
Android & Chill The North American phone market is competitive in a weird way. It's tough for a company to find success.
Don't buy the Samsung Chromebook Go on Prime Day, buy this one from Acer instead
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
Prime Day If you're looking for a lightweight Chromebook with a big display don't go for the one Amazon recommends. The Acer 514 is what you really want.
Don't leave home without grabbing the OSOM Privacy Cable
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
Privacy You never know what kind of device is hidden inside a charging kiosk. With an OSOM privacy cable, you don't need to care.
Get this Lenovo 3i Chromebook at a great price on Prime Day
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
Prime Day The Lenovo 3i Chromebook isn't flashy or dazzling, but it's dependable and cheap.
Blanket your house with Wi-Fi and your wallet with savings with a Prime Day deal on Google Nest WiFi Pro
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
Prime Wi-Fi Amazon has cut the price of Google Nest WiFi bundles by 25% for Prime Day.
Spend your money wisely on Prime Day
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
Android & Chill Prime Day means everything is on sale, and that includes plenty of things you don't really need or want.
Gmail spammers are winning the war on your inbox
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
Android & Chill There has been a surge in spam mail finding its way into our inboxes and it seems like Google can't keep up.
How much RAM do you need in a Chromebook?
By Jerry Hildenbrand last updated
ram tough As much RAM as you can afford is always true for Chromebooks, but take a read to see how much is enough for your computer.
When are kids ready for the internet?
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
Android & Chill The internet is a great place for kids to learn and have fun, but it's also a horror show. What age is the right age to let your kids get online?
Xulu XR1 micro PC review
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
Chromebox Competitor The Xulu XR1 Max is a Ryzen 7 micro form factor PC that runs Photoshop and plays your games.
Smartwatch makers need to get health features right or not add them at all
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
Android & Chill New health features like overnight blood oxygen readings or AFib detection are great as long as they work.
What is the Home Automation Script Editor for Google Home?
By Jerry Hildenbrand last updated
A new tool is coming that will allow you to make awesome automation for Google Assistant and its compatible devices.
ASUS Chromebox 4 vs. HP Chromebox G3
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
Chromebox battle Chromeboxes aren't as popular as Chromebooks, and it's important to know what you want before you buy one.
Everything Apple Watch does for bicycles could be built for wheelchairs but it isn't
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
Android &Chill The biggest players in the wearable fitness game don't seem to care about people in wheelchairs.
AI probably won't drive mankind to extinction but it can be harmful
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
Some experts warn that AI poses the risk of killing us all. If so, it's off to a good start.