
Andrew's way into tech started all the way back with the Atari 2600, progressing his way through various consoles throughout the years. Everything changed for him when he got his hands on the iPhone 3G before switching over to Android with the HTC Evo 4G. Since then, he's tried almost every kind of tech that he can get his hands on. Little has changed over the years, as much of his time is spent with different gaming handhelds, foldable phones, Chromebooks, tablets, and even a bit of VR sprinkled in. With more than a decade of time spent writing about tech, he takes a "Jack of all trades" approach to whatever he can get his hands on. His weekly column, Beyond the Alphabet, attempts to look at the world of tech both within and beyond the confines of Google's Mountain View campus. That includes figuring out new ways to get work done with various devices, along with deciphering the impact of the hardware and software that we rely on every day. You can always count on him to have at least two phones on him and there's a good chance he'll have a charger for you to use if your phone is running out of juice.
Latest articles by Andrew Myrick

NVIDIA's GeForce NOW Fast Pass lets Chromebook users skip the line and game for longer
By Andrew Myrick published
Fast Pass This is awesome, but does anyone else miss Stadia?

How long is the Google Pixel 10 battery life?
By Andrew Myrick published
Three different tales Coming as a bit of a surprise to some, Google managed to improve battery life for its Pixel 10 lineup. However, only one of these phones stands above the rest.

How long is the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold battery life?
By Andrew Myrick published
Bigger battery Is battery life better this time around?

Best game controllers for Android 2025
By Andrew Myrick last updated
Fun-sized joysticks Mobile gaming is exploding with more people getting into it regularly. We've found the best game controllers for Android phones and tablets.

More and more people are buying tablets and Chromebooks and we don't really know why
By Andrew Myrick published
Surprising growth I thought tablets and Chromebooks were dead?

What's the best cheap tablet for Android in 2025? I tested over 50 devices and here are my results
By Andrew Myrick last updated
Bargain tablets Whether you want a tablet for media consumption or one with some extra "smarts," there's something for everyone. These are our favorite cheap Android tablets.

I love Android gaming handhelds, but there's a communication problem that needs to be solved
By Andrew Myrick published
Beyond the Alphabet Understand what you're getting yourself into before spending your money.

Now's your chance to save some money on my favorite Chromebook ahead of Black Friday
By Andrew Myrick published
My favorite Chromebook Looking for a beast of a Chromebook but want to save a few bucks? The Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14 is on sale for a limited time, and you don't even have to wait for Black Friday.

The first Android laptops are borrowing something from the Microsoft Surface Pro 11
By Andrew Myrick published
Progress is good It was recently discovered that Qualcomm has added Android 16 support to the Snapdragon X Elite processor. This is a massive step forward as we near the release of the first Android-powered laptops.

GameHub makes surprise Play Store appearance, making it easier than ever to play Windows games on Android
By Andrew Myrick published
Windows on Android! GameSir GameHub has been released onto the Play Store, offering an easy solution for those interested in trying to play Windows games using hardware powered by Android.

Best emulators for Chromebook
By Andrew Myrick last updated
Enjoy your favorite retro games on a Chromebook.

I compared the Pixel 10 Pro Fold camera to other top foldables, and it left me surprised
By Andrew Myrick published
Camera Showdown Maybe Google didn't need to upgrade the camera hardware after all.

Best microSD cards for Android
By Andrew Myrick, Christine Persaud last updated
Store more Expandable storage is only as good as the memory card you use to facilitate it. These are the best microSD cards you should buy for your Android device.

Android gaming handhelds are having their 'Steam Deck moment' and I'm here for it
By Andrew Myrick published
Exciting times Snapdragon Elite power in Android gaming handhelds is just awesome.

Get a closer look at the RedMagic 11 Pro's liquid cooling in JRE's latest torture test
By Andrew Myrick published
Liquid cooling?!? How awesome is it that a phone has liquid cooling?

AYANEO's Pocket Vert breaks cover in its first teaser video
By Andrew Myrick published
Something short and catchy Don't get too excited, just yet, at least not until we know the price.

Best Android gaming handheld consoles
By Andrew Myrick last updated
Dedicated gaming There's just something about Android gaming handhelds that makes us happy.

Anbernic's next handheld is going to be on everyone's Christmas lists
By Andrew Myrick published
Android DS? It's about as close as it gets to being the real deal.

Best Samsung tablet 2025
By Michael L Hicks, Andrew Myrick last updated
Options galore Samsung rules the Android tablet world, offering an option for every budget and need, including everything from tablets for kids to full laptop replacements.

I can't believe the AYANEO Phone is real and is apparently 'coming soon'
By Andrew Myrick published
No way! A few months after initially being teased, the AYANEO Phone is now being teased again, giving us our first look at the company's foray into the world of smartphones.

Retroid just announced the Pocket 6, but the community wanted something different, and that's exactly what it got
By Andrew Myrick published
New handhelds Retroid has officially announced its two latest handhelds with the Pocket G2 and the Pocket 6. One of these is already available to order, while the other has seen a bit of controversy.

Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold: Everything we know so far and want to see
By Andrew Myrick last updated
What's next? The Pixel 10 Pro Fold came with a handful of upgrades, making us wonder about the next-gen Pixel 11 Pro Fold and what it could possibly bring to the table.

Best Chromebooks for students 2025
By Andrew Myrick last updated
For the classroom! Check out some of the best Chromebooks for students. These include options for elementary school kids, those just starting college, and everyone else.
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