Latest articles by Jerry Hildenbrand
Qualcomm is chasing Google when it comes to AI and your battery will be the victim
Dead by sundown When phone makers want everything to be thin and chipmakers want even more power you're left buying a battery pack.
Ask Jerry: How do I get my Wi-Fi toggle widget back?
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TECNO might be onto something with its tri-fold phone concept
Three-way A tablet that folds shut could be better than a phone that folds open.
California's bizarre proposed AI regulations would make things worse, not better
Android & Chill California has sent a bill to the governor for signing that makes companies responsible for the terrible things people will do with AI.
According to this video, the Pixel 9 Pro XL beats the S24 Ultra when it comes to doing actual things
BEST At least it does using these exact phones in this one video. And that's enough to argue about it apparently.
This is why that mic icon in your status bar is so important
Better to hear you with Cox Media Group claimed it could offer ads based on what it hears through your smart devices. This future sucks.
The Pixel 9 Pro XL video teardown has me doubting you'll use this phone for seven years
Do better Google A trained professional with all the right tools can't open the Pixel 9 Pro XL without breaking the display.
Not all messaging apps are equal when it comes to encryption
end to end The arrest of Telegram's founder has made people more aware of which apps are encrypted and which aren't.
Ask Jerry: Why do we still need to use airplane mode on a flight?
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How to quickly lock down your Android phone
secure and private Lockdown is a convenient setting that disables biometric security on your phone and reverts to your PIN or password. Luckily, it's easy to access and even easier to toggle!
The Pixel 9 isn't the only way to make unhinged AI pictures
Android & Chill You might think the Pixel 9 is the only way to make terrible AI photos but you would be wrong. It's just the only way that is getting any attention.
Smart rings are disposable tech
Use it and toss it Some products are built to last. Your smart ring isn't one of them.
The Pixel Watch 3 'no-repair policy' shouldn't surprise you
Pay now, pay later You can't get your Pixel Watch 3 fixed. But you can pay for Preffered Care insurance, then pay money to use it.
The Pixel 9 offers satellite SOS services. Here's how it all works
How it works The Pixel 9 is the first Android phone to offer native satellite emergency services, but expect to see it in other phone soon.
Using plastic packaging is dumb. Google just stopped doing it.
sustainability that matters Diamonds are forever. So is plastic. Let's stop using it as a packing material.
You need to try Google's ImageFX AI image generator
Worth a try Google's ImageFX is not the first AI image generation tool but it might be the easiest one to start using. It's definitely worth a look.
Ask Jerry: Can you use an Android phone without Google?
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The Pixel Watch wasn't built for people like me, and I'm not surprised
Android & Chill The Pixel Watch 3 isn't the right choice if you're in a wheelchair. I've come to grips with this.
The Pixel 9 'Add Me' feature is quintessentially Google. More like this, please
My AI Google does some things really well. The Pixel 9's Add Me camera feature is one of those things.
Ask Jerry: I need the right Chromebook. Why is this so hard?
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The HMD Skyline offers the type of repairability I wish all phones had
Android & Chill The HMD Skyline won't compete with high-end phones in the specs department, but it beats them all when it comes to user serviceability.
Google's 'high-end' TV Streamer isn't a 'Pro' device, and that's okay
Google knows things Google jacked up the price but left out options we see from competitors, including only what it thinks we really want. Google is probably right.
Ask Jerry: How do messaging apps use my phone's data connection?
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