Latest articles by Jerry Hildenbrand
Best wireless earbuds for noise cancellation 2025
Tiny marvels There are a ton of choices when buying earbuds. Here are our top picks for the best of the bunch with noise cancellation.
Tech Talk: What is ANC and how does it work?
Tech Talk If you use headphones or earbuds, there's a good chance you're using ANC. But what is it? Here's an explainer.
What does Google's big court 'win' mean for us?
Android & Chill Google won't have to sell off Chrome or Android, and it will be mostly business as usual for billions of consumers.
Should you buy the Galaxy S25 Edge at $400 off its normal price?
Should I buy it? Amazon has the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge at a whopping 36% discount. Does that make it worth buying?
Tech Talk: How can a smartwatch or smart ring detect your blood oxygen levels?
Tech Talk Wearables can utilize light to detect the amount of oxygen in your blood, measure your heart rate, and more. But how?
These are the most secure Android phones 2025
Safe & sound With one of these secure Android phones, you don't have to worry about the safety of your data. These phones have great hardware, cameras, and more.
OpenAI is being sued for allegedly contributing to a teen's suicide
Android & Chill A 16-year-old committed suicide, and his parents are suing OpenAI because they think ChatGPT shares some of the blame.
The Pixel Tablet got a major discount during Amazon's Labor Day sale, but is it still worth buying?
Should I buy it? There is a lot of tech out there, and new products are coming every day. It's hard to figure out which ones are worth it.
The Pixel 10 battery 'issue' isn't really an issue
Google being Google You might want your battery to cap at 80%. Google needs to clearly explain why it does this sort of thing.
How to update the software on your Google Pixel phone
Easy updates One of the best parts of owning a Google Pixel is its regular software updates. Here's how you can make sure you never miss one.
Tech Talk: What is USB Debugging and should you enable it?
Tech Talk USB Debugging is a developer setting that may be worth the risk of enabling. It could save your bacon!
Ask Jerry: Is it safe to use my phone while I'm charging it?
Ask Jerry Have a question about the tech in your life? If so, maybe we can get them answered!
Google's new Pixel 10 coming. Is the Pixel 9 still worth buying?
Should I buy it? There is a lot of tech out there, and new products are coming every day. It's hard to figure out which ones are worth it.
The Pixel Watch 4 has a secret weapon you won't find on many other smartwatches
Android & Chill Wearables have long been disposable tech. Maybe the Pixel Watch 4 is the start of something different.
Tech Talk: Content Credentials are coming to your Pixel 10 camera. What are they?
Tech Talk Google introduced C2PA Content Credentials to the Pixel 10's camera app to help you keep track of what's real and what's not.
Ask Jerry: How to curate your Google news search and why you should
Ask Jerry Have a question about the tech in your life? If so, maybe we can get them answered!
Samsung is finally selling the Galaxy Z Fold 5 'Certified Re-newed' on its website — but is the foldable phone still worth it?
Should I buy it? There is a lot of tech out there, and new products are coming every day. It's hard to figure out which ones are worth it.
Why the future of Chrome is at stake and who should own it
Android & Chill Money drives everything. That's fine until corporate greed rears its ugly head.
Tech Talk: Everything you need to know about eSIM
Tech Talk An embedded SIM card (eSIM) will become the norm for future phones, but what exactly is it, and why is it changing?
Ask Jerry: The controversial rise of eSIMs and why many users have concerns
Ask Jerry Have a question about the tech in your life? If so, maybe we can get them answered!
Google can make AI good if it puts its mind to it. The Storybook Gem is proof
Android & Chill AI needs to be easy to use, easy to understand, and produce useful content. When it does all that while being great for kids, it can be amazing.
The Samsung Galaxy Ring is finally on sale, but should you really buy a smart ring?
Should I buy it? There is a lot of tech out there, and new products are coming every day. It's hard to figure out which ones are worth it.
Tech Talk: How does your phone camera's 'Night Mode' work?
Tech Talk Your camera sees more than your eyes ever could. With a little software magic, it seems to be able to see in the dark!
