Brady Snyder
Brady is a tech journalist covering news at Android Central. He has spent the last two years reporting and commenting on all things related to consumer technology for various publications. Brady graduated from St. John's University in 2023 with a bachelor's degree in journalism. When he isn't experimenting with the latest tech, you can find Brady running or watching sports.
Latest articles by Brady Snyder
Walmart might launch 'Pro' variant of its Google TV competitor
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Budget streaming Walmart has been steadily launching cheaper Google TV alternatives, and a more powerful version appears to be on the way.
Fitbit app gets Material You redesign for Sleep data
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Sleep tracking Google is rolling out a new look for Sleep data in the Fitbit app for iOS and Android, making the pages match the Material You design language.
Dbrand offers customer $10,000 and an apology following backlash
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Taking it too far A customer seeking support from Dbrand got more than they asked for, including an offensive joke about their family name.
Google app is already revealing the Pixel 9's setup animation and files
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Sneak peek There are plenty of Google Pixel 9 rumors and leaks swirling around, but we now have a sneak peek at the phone's setup experience straight from the source.
Gemini will soon be added to the Google app on Android
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More ways to search When Google first launched Gemini, it was only available in the Google app on iOS. Now, Gemini is also headed to the Android version of the app.
People won't stop searching 'My eyes hurt' on Google after solar eclipse
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The aftermath People in the U.S. may have caught a glimpse of a total solar eclipse today, and for some, that has resulted in eye pain and many Google searches.
Samsung's Object Eraser gets a nice boost with a Photoshop feature
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Magnetic lasso Object Eraser can help you remove unwanted parts of an image in the Samsung Photo Editor, and it's better now thanks to a feature that mimics Photoshop's Magnetic Lasso.
Google's new Find My Device network rolls out, and your Pixel 8 has a special benefit
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Device tracking Google finally debuted the new Find My Device network today, and we now know how it works while keeping users safe.
Disney Plus to crack down on password sharing this summer
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Not again Use Disney Plus, and share it with friends or family? That neat arrangement is coming to an end starting in the next few months, says Disney's CEO.
Meta wants the court to dismiss an FTC antitrust lawsuit... again
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Social monopoly? Meta is asking a judge to dismiss an FTC antitrust lawsuit related to the company's acquisitions of WhatsApp and Instagram.
No one asked for it, but the privacy disaster Sunbird is coming back
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iMessage on Android Sunbird was quickly shut down after massive security and privacy issues were discovered, but the messaging app is trying a second time.
Google is reportedly weighing paid AI-powered Search features
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Paywall According to a new report, Google is considering making Search Generative Experience a paid feature, perhaps as part of the Google One AI Premium plan.
Google officially shutters Google Podcasts in the US
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Killed by Google Google announced that Google Podcasts would shut down "after April 2" in the US, and that day has finally come.
Android 15 might automatically lock your phone when you're not paying attention
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Smart screen lock Android 15 might borrow a subtle iPhone feature that will automatically lock your phone screen when you look away.
Google wants Gemini to help you respond to emails in Gmail for Android
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AI replies Google announced it was bringing Gemini to Google Workspace apps for subscribers, and we now know it will power enhanced reply suggestions.
Nothing hints at another launch happening soon
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Nothing Ear 3? Following a successful Phone 2a launch, Nothing is already teasing a new pair of earbuds. A new phone or two might be on the way as well.
Google Messages beta reveals how Android 15 could let you text anyone via satellite
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Satellite texting Strings in the latest version of the Google Messages app beta reveal how Android 15 will let users communicate with anyone through satellite messaging.
Your Google Pixel is getting the April 2024 update, here's what's new
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Bug fixes inside Google Pixel device owners running Android 14 can now download and apply the April 2024 security update, which includes patches and bug fixes.
Peak Design's mobile ecosystem is an exciting preview of Qi2 on Android phones
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MagSafe on Android? With support for magnetic and SlimLink accessories, you can use Peak Design's mobile ecosystem on Android phones today as a MagSafe alternative.
Google wants to leverage AI to make weather forecasting more efficient
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AI Weather Weather forecasting is a difficult and costly endeavor, but Google thinks it can use artificial intelligence to increase efficiency without sacrificing accuracy.
Samsung's Galaxy S20 series won't get any more monthly updates
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It's over As it turns out, the March 2024 security update was the last monthly update to reach the Samsung Galaxy S20 series. From here on out, the lineup will only be eligible for quarterly updates.
Google makes verifying facts and images on the web easier
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Easy fact checking On International Fact-Checking Day, Google is making a few useful verification features available in new regions. It's also adding a Fact Check Explorer tool for journalists and fact-checkers.
YouTube wants to show you Shorts in more places on the web
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Shorts, everywhere YouTube is testing showing Shorts in the recommended sidebar in a small carousel, but it's only available for a limited number of users.
Google Chat is prepping a WhatsApp-like broadcast feature
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Mass messaging Google Chat wants you to share messages with groups easily with a new "Announcements" feature, which is like Channels on WhatsApp.
Google confirms it's still working to support your old Nest cameras in Google Home
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Work in progress Google bought Nest years ago, and is trying its best to phase out the Nest app in favor of Google Home. But some old cameras are still unsupported, and the company is still aiming to fix that.