
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

These are the 5 retro gaming handheld deals you NEED, and 2 you don't, before Prime Day is over
By Andrew Myrick published
Retro gaming There's nothing quite like picking up a gaming handheld and having both the game and device hit you with nostalgia. I've rounded up five of my favorite Prime Day deals for you to enjoy.

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2025 Live: Z Fold 7, Z Flip 7, Watch 8 launches, everything that was announced
By Andrew Myrick last updated
Unpacking We're live blogging about the Samsung Galaxy Unpacked Foldable event! Follow along and we'll keep you updated!

This is the one controller you should buy before Prime Day ends
By Andrew Myrick published
Upgraded gaming GameSir makes some of the best phone controllers out there, but you shouldn't sleep on their regular controllers like the Super Nova.

I test Chromebooks for a living, and this is the best Prime Day Chromebook deal, bar none
By Andrew Myrick published
The One There are so many Prime Day Chromebook deals that it's enough to make your head spin. But you can stop looking, as this Acer Chromebook Plus 516 GE deal is absolutely the best of them all.

WHOA! My favorite phone controller is cheaper than ever, so I picked up a spare
By Andrew Myrick published
So, so good When it comes to mobile gaming, there's no shortage of controllers to choose from. But the GameSir G8 Plus stands above the rest for a multitude of reasons and is cheaper than ever.

Don't buy that $200 Samsung Chromebook from Best Buy, get this instead
By Andrew Myrick published
Don't fall for the usual Chromebook deal traps, like a Samsung Chromebook for $200. This Prime Day deal for the Lenovo Chromebook Duet is so much better.

Don't want to spend $2K on the Fold 7? Get the Galaxy Z Fold 6 for almost 40% off instead
By Andrew Myrick published
That's a lot of money The Galaxy Z Fold 6 might have just been replaced in Samsung's lineup, but that doesn't mean it should be overlooked. Especially when you can save this much for Prime Day.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7: Price, specs, new features, and everything you need to know
By Andrew Myrick last updated
Thin is in The Fold 7 is a beefed-up yet slimmer version of the limited Fold 6 Special Edition, which was launched in Korea. Here's what's new with Samsung's latest foldable.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 hands-on: A new hope
By Andrew Myrick published
It's crazy thin Where was this design last year?

Samsung Galaxy Flip 7 and Flip 7 FE hands-on: One's a powerhouse, one's recycled
By Andrew Myrick published
Intriguing The Galaxy Z Flip 7 is far more impressive than I expected. The Flip 7 FE, not so much.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 series hands-on: There's more than meets the eye
By Andrew Myrick published
It's back Joining the ranks of the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7, the Galaxy Watch 8 lineup is getting a face-lift of its own, and we're not just talking about the squircle design.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 one year later: One reason why I keep coming back
By Andrew Myrick published
Beyond the Alphabet Despite being so far behind the competition, there is one major reason why I keep coming back to the Galaxy Z Fold 6 over the other foldable phone options out there.

Best Android tablet 2025
By Andrew Myrick last updated
Grab a tablet Samsung and Amazon make most of the best Android tablets, but which should you buy? We broke down the best model for each price and demographic.

Why I keep coming back to this clamshell retro gaming handheld
By Andrew Myrick published
All the clams Despite having more handhelds than I can count, I keep coming back to the Anbernic RG34XXSP for the majority of my retro gaming needs.

Best Amazon Fire tablet 2025
By Andrew Myrick last updated
These tablets are fire We'll help you choose which Fire tablet to get.

3 reasons why this is the Android tablet you should buy
By Andrew Myrick published
Not just gaming I absolutely adore Lenovo's Legion Tab Gen 3, and I bet you will too.

I can't believe how cheap these Chromebooks are, and it's not even Prime Day yet
By Andrew Myrick published
It's almost here Did you know that you don't have to wait until Prime Day to get a fantastic Chromebook deal? Best Buy already has a few deals that has us wondering if we got the dates mixed up.

AYANEO Pocket S2 and S2 Pro pre-orders are now open, with shipping to begin soon
By Andrew Myrick published
A worthy upgrade After being announced back in March, the AYANEO Pocket S2 is finally available for pre-order, and is expected to begin shipping soon.

Why the new Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14 could be the 'Apple M1 moment' we've been waiting for
By Andrew Myrick published
A new beginning The Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14 has been officially unveiled, and after spending a little bit of time with it, I'm even more excited than I thought I would be.

Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold: Rumors and everything we want to see
By Andrew Myrick last updated
What's next? With the Pixel 10 Pro Fold, Google has a chance to make an even bigger splash than it did with the 9 Pro Fold. Now, we just have to see whether the company will innovate, or stay put.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 review: Master of refinements
By Andrew Myrick last updated
Is the magic back? Is this the last stop on the Z Fold train?

Google Pixel 9 Pro and 9 Pro XL review: Changing of the guard
By Andrew Myrick, Nicholas Sutrich last updated
Refreshing and confusing Google is making a lot of changes with the 2024 Pixel lineup, including two sizes of Pro models, and while there's a lot to like, it's not a slam-dunk decision.

I've tested over 50 Chromebooks, and these are the devices you should buy in 2025
By Andrew Myrick last updated
(Chrome)book smart Chromebooks are great for just about any use, whether you want them for a home office or school work. These are the best Chromebooks out right now.

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.
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