
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

Samsung Galaxy S25 review: The last compact Android flagship
By Brady Snyder last updated
Small but mighty While the lack of upgrades in some areas made my time with the Samsung Galaxy S25 frustrating, there's no doubt this is the best small phone available.

Here's everything I want the Google Pixel Buds 2a to borrow from the Buds 2 Pro
By Brady Snyder published
Android Audio Google is rumored to be refreshing the Pixel Buds A-series at Made by Google 2025, and this is my wishlist for the midrange wireless earbuds.

Motorola is so close to getting mobile AI right, but there's still work to do
By Brady Snyder published
AI Byte Moto AI uses a mix of all the best models and services to make sure the user gets the best experience. With a little refinement, it could be the best.

The Moto Loop Buds are more than just fashionable, bedazzled open earbuds
By Brady Snyder published
Classy crystals With a polished design and Bose sound, the Moto Buds Loop are rock-solid. However, a staggering $300 price point puts them at the top of the market.

I put the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 camera up against the Galaxy Flip 6 and Galaxy S25
By Brady Snyder published
Camera showdown The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 offers a trusty 50MP primary camera, but how does that compare to other Flips and the base-model Galaxy S25? Let's find out.

I tested the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7, and it's an incremental upgrade worth buying
By Brady Snyder published
Favorite flip The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 still doesn't have a versatile cover screen or upgraded cameras, but it's the epitome of refinement.

I tested Razer's new BlackShark V3 Pro gaming headset — should Android gamers buy it?
By Brady Snyder published
Android Audio Razer's new BlackShark V3 Pro is a versatile gaming headset that supports PC, console, and mobile, but should Android users pay $250 for the luxury?

These are the 5 best AI features on the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 I actually use
By Brady Snyder published
AI Byte The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 is jam-packed with Galaxy AI and Google AI features, and these are the ones I recommend every new owner try.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 cover screen is somehow worse than the Flip 6
By Brady Snyder published
Really, Samsung? Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip 7 now finally includes a larger cover screen, but the software experience is surprisingly lackluster compared to the Galaxy Z Flip 6.

Google finally heard your Nest and Assistant frustrations, promises a fix
By Brady Snyder published
At last As Google Nest hardware ages and Google Assistant winds down, the experience hasn't been great for smart home users. Now, Google is finally acknowledging it.

Will the Google Pixel 10 support Qi2 magnetic charging?
By Brady Snyder published
Android phone makers have been slow to adopt Qi2 and MagSafe charging, but will Google break that trend with the Pixel 10? Here's what we know.

US to deregulate AI and incentivize exports under Trump's new AI Action Plan
By Brady Snyder published
AI race The Trump administration today laid out its plans for deregulating AI development as it tries to help the U.S. win the global AI race.

I put the OnePlus Buds 4 up against Buds Pro 3, and they're more similar than you think
By Brady Snyder published
Android Audio Where do the new OnePlus Buds 4 fall in the brand's audio lineup? I tested them against the Buds Pro 3 to find out.

I wore an AI voice recorder on my wrist for a week, here's how it went
By Brady Snyder published
AI Byte To date, most AI hardware devices have flopped. Does the Plaud NotePin flip that script, or merely continue it? I found out.

Garmin Forerunner 970 vs. Forerunner 570: Which running watch is the best value?
By Brady Snyder published
Forerunner fight! Garmin's Forerunner 970 is a running watch packed with features, and it's priced like it. Should you go with the Forerunner 570 to save a few bucks instead?

Nothing Phone 3 vs. Phone 2: An expensive, hard-to-justify upgrade
By Brady Snyder published
Something special? Although it took nearly to two years for Nothing to make a Phone 2 successor, the Phone 3 is complicated. Here's how the two smartphones compare.

Garmin Vivoactive 6 vs. Google Pixel Watch 3: Casual smartwatches, compared
By Brady Snyder published
Garmin or Google? Garmin's new Vivoactive 6 is marketed for mainstream fitness-curious users, but is the Wear OS-powered Google Pixel Watch 3 the better buy? Let's find out.

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!
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