
Brady Snyder
Brady is a tech journalist for Android Central, with a focus on news, phones, tablets, audio, wearables, and software. He has spent the last three years reporting and commenting on all things related to consumer technology for various publications. Brady graduated from St. John's University with a bachelor's degree in journalism. His work has been published in XDA, Android Police, Tech Advisor, iMore, Screen Rant, and Android Headlines. When he isn't experimenting with the latest tech, you can find Brady running or watching Big East basketball.
Latest articles by Brady Snyder

Should you upgrade to the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
By Brady Snyder published
Better but pricier Samsung's best foldable ever comes with a price tag big enough to scare off potential buyers. Should you shy away, or is it time to upgrade?

How many software updates is the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 eligible for?
By Brady Snyder last updated
Software support Samsung just launched the Galaxy Z Fold 7 with Android 16, but how many more Android OS upgrades and security updates will it get?

Does the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 support Qi2 wireless charging?
By Brady Snyder, Rajat Sharma last updated
Qi2 or not? The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 features 15W wireless charging, but without built-in magnets. As such, it's only compliant with the Qi2 Ready standard.

How fast is the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 charging speed?
By Brady Snyder last updated
Power up Did Samsung boost the Galaxy Z Flip 7's charging speeds? Here's the answer.

You NEED to grab these Anker deals under $18 to solve your charging woes before Prime Day ends
By Brady Snyder published
Essential upgrades! Please, stop using the cheap chargers that come with your favorite devices. You can upgrade your experience for as low as $6 on Amazon Prime Day.

Don't walk, run — our favorite Bose open earbuds are $100 off at Best Buy
By Brady Snyder published
Hurry! Open earbuds are kind of like having speakers right outside your ears. All the sound, none of the discomfort. And they're on SALE at Best Buy!

These 3 wired earbuds under $20 for Prime Day are probably better than your wireless ones
By Brady Snyder published
Affordable audio If you want to upgrade your mobile audio quality without spending a fortune, wired earbuds are the way to go. These are the ones you should buy.

Don't overpay for earbuds — Sony's WF-1000XM5 are under $200 on Prime Day for a limited time
By Brady Snyder published
Can't miss! Everyone's talking about the Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones, but the best Sony deal during Prime Day is actually slashing $102 off the WF-1000XM5 earbuds.

Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE is a bad deal, grab this Motorola flip phone on Prime Day instead
By Brady Snyder published
The right choice Samsung tried to enter the budget foldable market, but during Amazon Prime Day, Motorola is dominating it with a killer Razr deal.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 vs. Google Pixel Watch 3: Which Wear OS watch is worth your time?
By Brady Snyder last updated
Squricle vs. circle The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 is finally here, but is it better than the Pixel Watch 3?

Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 vs. Galaxy Watch 6: Is it time to upgrade?
By Brady Snyder last updated
Keeping it fresh The Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 is still going strong in 2025, but the Galaxy Watch 8 has enough going for it, which might make you want to upgrade.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 vs. OnePlus Watch 3: Playing the value game
By Brady Snyder last updated
Smartwatch showdown The OnePlus Watch 3 turned out to be an excellent smartwatch, but Samsung's wearable prowess may help the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 shine.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE vs. Galaxy Z Flip 6: The same but different
By Brady Snyder last updated
Now and later The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE uses the current Galaxy Z Flip 6 as a starting point, but how do these phones differ? Let's find out.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE vs. Motorola Razr 2025: Budget foldable battle
By Brady Snyder last updated
Flips, fight! The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE attempts to make Galaxy foldables affordable, but how does it to perform compared to the Motorola Razr 2025?

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs. Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold: How do the top Android foldables compare?
By Brady Snyder last updated
Foldables, fight! The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 tries to match the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold's slim profile while adding more features — but is it really better?

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs. Galaxy Z Fold 6: So many reasons to upgrade
By Brady Snyder last updated
What's new? Now that the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is official, how does it compare to the Galaxy Z Fold 6? Here are all of the upgrades and changes.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic vs. Galaxy Watch 6 Classic: Blending Classic and Ultra
By Brady Snyder last updated
It's classic The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic is finally official, but does it check all the right boxes for Galaxy Watch 6 Classic owners?

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs. Galaxy Z Fold 5: A major leap
By Brady Snyder last updated
Major changes The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is here, and compared to the two-year-old Galaxy Z Fold 5, the differences are night and day. Here's how they compare.

I tested the Bose SoundLink Plus against the Beats Pill. Here's the one I'd buy
By Brady Snyder published
Android Auto The Beats Pill is a solid portable speaker for $150, but what if you want more? The Bose SoundLink Plus could be the next logical step up.

I tested the OnePlus Buds 4, and they're the best-sounding midrange earbuds yet
By Brady Snyder published
New sound The OnePlus Buds 4 make excellent-sounding earbuds even more accessible. With a fresh case design and long battery life, there's a lot to love.

AI could harm your critical thinking skills. Should that change how you use it?
By Brady Snyder published
AI Byte A study tracked the learning and thinking behaviors of ChatGPT users, and early conclusions suggest a concerning trend. What does that mean for you?

5 tips and tricks for taking the best 4th of July photos with your Android phone
By Brady Snyder published
Firework shows The latest Android phones have detailed cameras that can excellently capture firework shows, but you'll need to know how to use them. We're here to help.

Google Pixel 10 vs. Pixel 9: Plenty of reasons to get excited
By Brady Snyder published
Pixel perfect The Google Pixel 10 is expected to enter the fold this summer, but what upgrades will it bring over the current Pixel 9? Let's find out.
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