Andrew Martonik
Andrew was an Executive Editor, U.S. at Android Central between 2012 and 2020.
Latest articles by Andrew Martonik
How to transfer from an old phone to a new Galaxy phone with Smart Switch
By Andrew Martonik last updated
Give and take Smart Switch makes upgrading from an old Samsung phone to a new one much simpler. Discover what to look out for when transferring your data to your new Galaxy device.
Best phones for Google Fi 2024
By Andrew Martonik, Jeramy Johnson, Samuel Contreras last updated
Almost any unlocked phone will work on Google Fi, which opens up possibilities for what you can bring to the carrier. Here are the ones we think work best on the service.
Samsung Galaxy S10 vs. Galaxy S10+: Which should you buy?
By Andrew Martonik last updated
The Galaxy S10 and S10+ are still solid Android phones, but which is the better buy these days? Let's break it down.
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 review: A runaway success
By Andrew Martonik, Chris Wedel published
It's not easy to walk the line between smartwatch and fitness tracker — but Samsung does both exceptionally well with the Watch Active 2.
Should you buy the Google Pixel 3 in 2022?
By Andrew Martonik, Hayato Huseman published
The Pixel 3 is still going strong with an up-to-date build of Android, but is it worth buying against the Pixel 5 and 4a?
Top 6 reasons to buy a flagship over a mid-range phone in 2022
By Andrew Martonik published
No matter your preference in many areas of the smartphone experience, you should expect a certain level of base features and capabilities — particularly when the price tag goes above $600.
Should you buy the Google Pixel 3 XL in 2022?
By Andrew Martonik published
Google's Pixel 3 XL is a great phone, but those shopping for a new phone should consider the cheaper 3a XL or the newer Pixel 4 XL.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 765: What it is, and why it matters for 5G phones in 2022
By Andrew Martonik published
Though it may not be flashy given its lower positioning, the Snapdragon 765 is actually incredibly important for Qualcomm and companies making sub-flagship phones.
From the Editor's Desk: Remember to put down your phone and go outside
By Andrew Martonik last updated
You owe it to yourself, mentally and physically, to step away from your phone for a little while.
Slack's new app just fixed problems with both Android 10 and curved screens
By Andrew Martonik last updated
After having one of the worst experiences for users on Android 10 or with curved screens, Slack's latest update is a shining example of what all developers should do with their apps.
From the Editor's Desk: Everyone's definition of smartphone 'value' is different
By Andrew Martonik last updated
Vertu's new Constellation has modern specs, stunning materials ... and Marshmallow
By Andrew Martonik last updated
Synaptics announces world's first in-display fingerprint sensor, launching with a 'top 5' smartphone OEM
By Andrew Martonik last updated
Bezels are about to get smaller, and buttons are about to start going away. Fingerprint sensors are moving into the display.
Google redesigns Android brand for first time since 2014, bringing new colors and robot head
By Andrew Martonik last updated
Google has just unveiled the latest version of the Android brand design, marking the third official brand version under its tutelage and the first refresh since 2014.
Turn on message read receipts, you cowards
By Andrew Martonik last updated
Message read receipts have turned into a point of contention among people, and I don't understand why. If you're going to talk to someone, let them know you're reading too.
We asked for thinner and lighter phones — and now we complain about them?
By Andrew Martonik last updated
Every time a phone comes out we complain about its bezels or its size and weight. Then phones get super-thin ... and we complain still. What's up with that?
Vertu closes shop, leaving billionaires to buy phones elsewhere
By Andrew Martonik last updated
After running with what seemed like an unsustainable business model for years, luxury phone maker Vertu has shut down.
Snapchat's new Snap Map does exactly what you'd think
By Andrew Martonik last updated
Snapchat has introduced a new feature called "Snap Map" that does exactly what you'd think it does: shows you Snaps... on a map.
Andy Rubin expected to show off Essential's first phone on May 30
By Andrew Martonik last updated
Essential, the phone brand founded by Andy Rubin, is building up the hype to making an announcement next week.
What are you looking forward to with Android O? [Roundtable]
By Jerry Hildenbrand, Daniel Bader, Andrew Martonik, Ara Wagoner, Harish Jonnalagadda, Alex Dobie last updated
Changes big and small are coming to Android and these are our favorites.
After a short suspension, BLU phones are back at Amazon
By Andrew Martonik last updated
After what BLU is calling a false alarm, products are back in stock and available at Amazon.
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