Andrew Myrick
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
![Goldeneye on Acer Chromebook 516 GE 16x9](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/gFPejNC9vmezuxHLbeHX2A-320-80.jpg)
Time's running out — save $350 on the best gaming Chromebook before Cyber Monday is over
By Andrew Myrick published
Chromebook Gaming FTW! The Acer Chromebook 516 GE is my favorite gaming Chromebook thanks to its 16-inch, 120Hz display and powerful spec sheet. It's insane that you can get it for more than 50% off for Cyber Monday.
![HP Dragonfly Pro Chromebook review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/H4v259bpKftGZATCZgqLf6-320-80.jpg)
My favorite Chromebook accessory is FINALLY on sale for Cyber Monday
By Andrew Myrick published
Save and switch! Trying to use and switch between different computers can really be a pain. That's no longer a problem thanks to this Cyber Monday deal on the Sabrent Thunderbolt 4 KVM Switch.
![Home Assistant Dashboard on Pixel Tablet](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3HPQpanRc6kHcuRNCZodKP-320-80.jpg)
Don't pay the Apple tax on an iPad - the tablet I use instead is $100 off this Cyber Monday
By Andrew Myrick published
Don't wait Google's Pixel Tablet isn't the most powerful tablet, but it's quite a bit more versatile than you might think. Time's running out on your chance to save $100 for Cyber Monday.
![Thinborne case for Galaxy Z Fold 5](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YRQAPriG9UBsEUP2iBXvPR-320-80.jpg)
Last chance! This Galaxy Z Fold 5 case adds MagSafe and is on sale for Cyber Monday
By Andrew Myrick published
Whenever a new phone is released, there are thousands of cases to choose from. For the first time in years, I've forgone using a skin in favor of these cases from Thinborne.
![Playing Zelda through an emulator on the Fire TV Stick 4K Max](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/miif9Z7pE8XPzzxqN6PDw5-320-80.jpg)
Turn your Fire TV Stick into an emulation powerhouse with these Cyber Monday deals
By Andrew Myrick published
Retro gaming We're already big fans of what the Fire TV Stick 4K has to offer, but you can actually turn it into an emulation machine. Thanks to Cyber Monday, you can get everything you need for under $100.
![Acer Chromebook Plus 515](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/cfVsUeqZsUQMnoxnzs6Zjk-320-80.jpg)
Don't fall for the $79 Cyber Monday Chromebook 'deal' — buy this one instead
By Andrew Myrick published
It's a trap! You might be swayed to buy a Chromebook for under $100, but we recommend thinking twice. Save yourself the headache of an underperforming Chromebook in favor of something that's actually good.
![Andrew's Home Office Smart Lighting Nanoleaf Setup](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/SYjNRUtqdExgHxCqD3ZvDG-320-80.jpg)
Cyber Monday smart home deals: complete your ecosystem for cheap
By Andrew Myrick last updated
Black Friday deals Building out a smart home is a lot of fun, but these Cyber Monday deals help stretch your dollar out a bit further.
![Andrew's Home Office Smart Lighting Nanoleaf Setup](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/SYjNRUtqdExgHxCqD3ZvDG-320-80.jpg)
RIP me: My beloved Samsung gaming monitor I just bought is $700 off for Cyber Monday
By Andrew Myrick published
49 inches, baby Samsung's Odyssey OLED G9 might not be something that you would have even considered. But for $700 off, it should be your next monitor.
![HP Dragonfly Pro Chromebook review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/sbx8S5PB7G8t5GGgbsgky7-320-80.jpg)
Give your Chromebook a second monitor for $70 on Cyber Monday
By Andrew Myrick published
Extra screen space There's no such thing as having too many screens.
![Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2023) review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/sWyrSUNF7wKPKig23o6kLJ-320-80.jpg)
These Cyber Monday Fire TV Stick deals are so good that you can just throw them in your cart and go
By Andrew Myrick published
Start here In the world of streaming devices, the Fire TV Stick 4K and 4K Max are already some of the best. And, now's your chance to upgrade your home theater setup for cheap.
![Amazon Echo Show 5 (2023)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/NRTPFqbNzZDAGAwck8YTbm-320-80.jpg)
What are you waiting for? Save more than 50% on the Amazon Echo Show 5 NOW
By Andrew Myrick published
So cheap! The Amazon Echo Show 5 might look small, but it packs quite a powerful punch. It can control your smart home, let you check in with loved ones, or help you wake up in the morning.
![Garmin Vivoactive 5 stressful period](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/jR34H2E33PbzcHndnFeRMF-320-80.jpg)
Stressing out? Let this Garmin Black Friday deal for the Vivoactive 5 calm you down
By Andrew Myrick published
So good We've seen a lot of Black Friday deals on smartwatches from Samsung, Google, and Apple. But Garmin's Vivoactive 5 might just have them all beat at this price.
![Picture frame in StandBy Mode Pro on Z Fold 5](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/v4pUVoVtSGfAnwgioj8ceD-320-80.jpg)
Wait, $800 for a Galaxy Z Fold 5? Black Friday makes no sense
By Andrew Myrick published
Act fast! Now's the perfect time to enter the world of foldable phones, as Samsung has slashed the price of the Galaxy Z Fold 5 down to under $800 for Black Friday.
![Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/2cCkMCRdpTNadqd69Mj3NF-320-80.jpeg)
This Samsung tablet Black Friday deal has me second guessing the iPad
By Andrew Myrick published
Under $200! We can't believe the price is this low.
![Sharge ICEMAG magnetic power bank review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/LmxakRYiktJf2pPsmR8KM4-320-80.jpg)
Hurry! Our staff hand-picked 25 of the best Black Friday tech deals under $50 — but they won't last long
By Andrew Myrick published
Cheap deals With so many different devices and accessories on sale, it's easy to get overwhelmed. So we're trying to take some of the guesswork out of the equation.
![Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra DeX setup](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/d79sJcJptRUNr3LtckenwB-320-80.jpg)
Here's how to get a Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra for less than $300 during Samsung's Black Friday sale
By Andrew Myrick last updated
Get this! Chances are, you might be waiting for Black Friday to get a new tablet. Samsung has the best deal we've seen yet, as the Tab S8 Ultra is way cheaper than we ever expected it to be.
![Nearby Share on Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/MuCaSbRUb9nUjqD4WgGaii-320-80.jpg)
Is Apple getting pushed around by the EU really a good thing?
By Andrew Myrick published
Beyond the Alphabet Smartphone features and even availability are already hindered by governments and lawsuits. Should we really be cheering when the EU forces Apple to do something?
![The Porcelain Google Pixel 8 Pro on the basement stairs](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/mHgAJ5vvUQhfVEZ3gfK3Sg-320-80.jpg)
There were so many Black Friday Pixel 8 commercials that I finally caved and bought one
By Andrew Myrick published
It was time I definitely don't need a new phone, but there were so many commercials that I couldn't help but look at what Black Friday Pixel 8 deals were happening.
![Andrew's Home Office Smart Lighting Nanoleaf Setup](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Bxi7y9DY8hfFFB9ssLrCfE-320-80.jpg)
These are the Black Friday gaming handheld deals that I'm buying
By Andrew Myrick last updated
Go Retro Gaming handhelds have seen a meteoric rise in popularity, and for good reason. But if you aren't sure why or where to start, we've got you covered.
![Nreal Air AR glasses in the protective carrying case](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/wYTK7idoMbVj3zrJg2C5m5-320-80.jpg)
This Black Friday you can take a 201-inch display everywhere you go - it’s FINALLY over $100 off
By Andrew Myrick published
Big screen If you're tired of hunching over a laptop, phone, or gaming handheld, then you'll want to check out the XREAL Air AR Glasses. They've also been discounted to their lowest price ever for Black Friday.
![Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Plus lifestyle render](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ojrWE2ALN4Vz5Y4ZskUoDP-320-80.jpg)
This is not a drill! Get the best Samsung tablet, a free storage upgrade, and a free $100 gift card for cheaper than ever
By Andrew Myrick published
This is my next! There's no denying that Samsung offers some of the best Android tablets that money can buy. Thanks to Black Friday, your money goes even further when snagging the Galaxy Tab S9 Plus.
![game controllers on a table](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/sTw2CvbEJneSHq6sHEACbV-320-80.jpg)
Level up your gaming with these Black Friday controller deals
By Andrew Myrick published
Level-up There are sure to be a boatload of controller deals to be found for Black Friday. But, not all controllers are created equal, and these are the ones I'd recommend.
![Different messaging apps to replace iMessage](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/xvBjXJZRFFDfRaaKzzb25G-320-80.jpg)
Sunbird's iMessage for Android app is 'temporarily shut down'
By Andrew Myrick published
Unsurprising Thanks to privacy and security concerns discovered with the Nothing Chats app, the Sunbird app has also been removed from the Play Store.