Florence Ion
Florence Ion was formerly an editor and columnist at Android Central. She writes about Android-powered devices of all types and explores their usefulness in her everyday life. You can follow her on Twitter or watch her Tuesday nights on All About Android.
Latest articles by Florence Ion
Sorry, Verizon users: Bixby is even more crippled on the Galaxy S8
By Florence Ion last updated
Adding insult to injury, half of Bixby Vision's functionality doesn't yet work if you're on Big Red's network.
Xiaomi's modular Mi TV 4 is exactly the kind of innovation we need in the U.S.
By Florence Ion last updated
It's just too bad this amazing television is limited to China.
Alphabet's Verily built a smartwatch to help track symptoms of Parkinson's Disease
By Florence Ion last updated
The Study Watch lasts for a week and records your body activity with a multitude of sensors.
Both variants of the Samsung Gear S3 are now available at Verizon
By Florence Ion last updated
Six months and one delayed release later and the Gear S3 is finally on sale at Verizon.
You can back up and sync everything to your Google account starting June 28
By Florence Ion last updated
You’re already backing up apps and documents with Google Drive, so why not backup everything else, too?
How hot does your Galaxy S8 get while it's charging?
By Florence Ion last updated
Several forum members have reported concern over how hot their devices are while plugged in to the wall.
Give your friends a reason to snap with Snapchat's custom stories
By Florence Ion last updated
Snapchat’s new feature isn’t a killer one, but it will certainly give its existing users another reason to keep using it.
Samsung Connect Home aims to be more than a Google Wifi competitor
By Florence Ion last updated
It does more than mesh networking. Samsung Connect Home acts as a hub for all your smart home gadgets, too.
Google News & Weather now gives you way more headlines, because content
By Florence Ion last updated
The app's new motto is “just keep scrolling.”
How to enable family sharing on YouTube TV
By Florence Ion last updated
You can share your monthly online cable subscription with up to five other people.
Cortana for Android takes on Google Assistant with redesign, UK expansion
By Florence Ion last updated
Everything you need to know about Bixby Voice
By Florence Ion last updated
We have early access to the Galaxy S8 and Note 8’s built-in Bixby Voice. Here’s another look at what’s coming to a Galaxy S8 near you.
YouTube TV vs. Sling TV: Which one is worth the monthly subscription fee?
By Florence Ion last updated
Should you pick Google's live TV service that's limited by area, or does Sling TV's tiered pricing seem more up your alley? Here is a rundown of the main differences between the two.
The Sony Smartwatch 3 is not getting Android Wear 2.0
By Florence Ion last updated
You can officially retire your old Sony smartwatch to the Box of Aging Tech Things.
Galaxy S8: What's the difference between U.S. unlocked and carrier versions?
By Florence Ion last updated
If your goal is not to stress about the carrier behind your new Galaxy S8, then the unlocked version is the way to go.
Everything you need to know about the Galaxy S8's cameras
By Florence Ion last updated
The 12-megapixel Dual Pixel rear-facing camera is back and paired with a better front-facing camera and a slightly tweaked camera interface.
Galaxy S8 benchmarks show Exynos 8895 outpacing the Snapdragon 835
By Florence Ion last updated
Samsung's Exynos version of its Galaxy S8 appears to outperform Qualcomm's in GeekBench.
5 things to know about the Samsung Galaxy S8's DeX dock
By Florence Ion last updated
The Galaxy S8’s hidden feature is desktop-style operating system you can use in a dock.
Galaxy S8 camera tips and tricks
By Florence Ion last updated
Here's a look at the Galaxy S8's camera app, what it can do, and how it can inspire you to be a little more silly with your smartphone.
How to set up the fingerprint sensor on the Galaxy S8
By Florence Ion last updated
Set it up so that all you have to do is touch the back sensor to unlock the phone.
Samsung Galaxy S8+ vs. Galaxy S7 edge: Should you upgrade?
By Florence Ion last updated
Do you really need all the latest and greatest? Or will last year's model suffice?
Galaxy S8's Snapchat-like filters are the perfect tool for Instagram
By Florence Ion last updated
You hate Snapchat. You wish you could get the funny effects without installing the app. This is the answer!
How to take a screenshot on the LG G6
By Florence Ion last updated
Take a screenshot. It’ll last longer.