Latest articles by Jerry Hildenbrand
Not launching its Trifold phone in the US is the smart move by Samsung
Who knows Samsung's Galaxy Trifold is going to be expensive and have at least a few issues. South Korea will be far more accepting of them.
Tech Talk: What makes a battery swell up?
Tech Talk Everyone knows that gadget batteries can swell and should not be used until they are repaired. What causes this, and how dangerous is it really?
Best Android TVs
Feast your eyes Android TV is a sleek and powerful smart TV operating system, and these TVs ship with it built right in. Here are the best Android TVs you should consider and why they're so great!
Should you buy the upcoming Google Home Speaker?
Should I buy it? How much can a smart speaker do? Should you get one or replace the one you have with the upcoming Google Home Speaker?
Is Google using a 'mid-range' chip in its flagship Pixel phones?
Ask Jerry Have a question about the tech in your life? If so, maybe we can get them answered!
Google says its new carbon capture initiative unlocks 'a critical technology pathway to enable a clean, affordable, reliable energy future,' but are initiatives like this a savior or a smokescreen as AI becomes more power-hungry?
Android & Chill AI is turning the already problematic issues computing has on the environment into a nightmare. Is there a solution?
Buying old versus buying new: Make sure you're getting the right deal on your next phone
Should I buy it? Buying an older phone can be a good way to save a few dollars. When the next big sale comes, that can change fast.
Faster charging isn't the answer. We need better batteries.
Android & Chill If a cheap Moto phone can do it, why can't that $1,000 beauty in your pocket?
Tech Talk: What makes a phone battery go haywire and explode?
Tech Talk You probably have heard that the battery in your phone can be dangerous. Why? It's just a battery, right?
Ask Jerry: What happens to my photos after I upload them?
Ask Jerry Have a question about the tech in your life? If so, maybe we can get them answered!
Google Fi is selling the 2025 Moto G for only $50. Should you buy it?
Should I buy it? Google is selling an unlocked Moto G for $50. Unpossible.
Denmark's Prime Minister says social media is 'stealing our children's childhood.' Is it?
Android & Chill The Danish PM wants to propose a ban on social media for children because it has harmful effects. It's complicated, even if true.
Tech Talk: How can AI translate text and speech in real-time?
Tech Talk Computers have been able to translate speech for a long time. Now they're getting good at it.
The best Amazon Prime Day deals under $50 - from Bluetooth speakers to smartwatches
Small Deal Day Online retailers sell plenty of small-ticket essentials that we love as much as the showcase items. Here are today's best.
These Bowers & Wilkins Pi8 earbuds are a beautiful Jade color and $100 off their regular price
Premium sound These Bowers & Wilkins Pi8 earbuds bring incredible sound and are packed with features. Grab them while they're $100 off.
Ask Jerry: How can I improve my battery life?
Ask Jerry Have a question about the tech in your life? If so, maybe we can get them answered!
Just browsing — why you should check out Amazon's deal days even if you don't plan on buying anything
Should I buy it? It's great research for the real holiday shopping time: Black Friday.
You're using AI more than you realize: Here's how it powers your everyday tasks
Android & Chill AI can be used for a lot of boring, mundane things because it does a great job at them. You're using it right now!
Why does battery life get worse over time?
Battery life The chemistry that can provide power from metals makes those metals degrade over time and there's not much we can do about it.
What is on-device AI processing, and why is it important?
Power in your hands You read a lot of words about on-device AI, but what do they all mean?
What is agentic AI, and why is it such a big deal?
I think therefore I am Agentic AI is the next step towards smarter computing.
Tech Talk: What phone hardware does it take for good, fast AI?
Tech Talk The parts that make a good phone aren't quite the same as what you need for AI. Let's look at the differences.
Should you buy the Galaxy S25 FE or go for the 'regular' version?
Should I buy it? The Galaxy S25 FE claims to offer all the features you love at a lower price. Does it live up to that promise, or are you better off buying the "regular" Galaxy S25?
