Latest articles by Brady Snyder
How to change your app icon and theme on a Google Pixel phone
Pixel customization Google Pixel phones support app icon theming in beta, and it can give your Android lock screen a consistent look. Here's how to use it.
Gemini's Deep Research transforms reports with dynamic visuals and interactive simulations
Google AI Ultra Gemini's Deep Research feature can now build interactive visual reports from its findings, but only for Google AI Ultra subscribers. Here's what it can do.
Don't wait for the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro — buy these Samsung earbuds instead
Budget buy The Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro are criminally underrated, and as an audiophile, I'm worried the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro are heading in the wrong direction.
Does the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold have S Pen support?
Pen problems Samsung's most-expensive phone is the Galaxy Z TriFold, a foldable with a 10-inch display. Does it support an official stylus for easy drawing and note-taking?
How to enable and use Google Maps power saving mode
Better battery life Google Maps now has a power saving mode that preserves battery life while navigating, but it's only available on the latest Google Pixel phones.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus vs. Google Pixel 10 Pro XL: Which Android flagship should you buy?
Awesome Androids The Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus is only a few months out, but will it usurp the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL? Here's everything we know so far.
Google's upgraded Gemini 2.5 Flash Native Audio model makes AI more conversational
Gemini Audio Gemini's voice-assisted features are getting smoother conversations, better function calling, and complex instruction following with a model update.
Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses will get virtual handwriting, IG Reels support in 2026
Meta Neural Band Meta's bold plan to introduce virtual handwriting on its Ray-Ban Display glasses uses the Neural Band to pick up EMG signals in your wrist.
Google's Search Live conversations in AI Mode are now 'more fluid and expressive'
Search with Live Google's AI Mode now supports a more natural-sounding voice that can be customized to speak faster or slower when you go live.
Here's why you might have to wait for Android 17 to use Motion Cues
Motion Assist Android's long-awaited answer to Apple's Vehicle Motion Cues is in the works, but it might require a new API that could be added in Android 17.
Samsung's December 2025 security patch rolling out for Galaxy Z Flip 6, Fold 6
Security fixes Samsung is bringing the December 2025 security patch to the Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Galaxy Z Fold 6, here's everything included and why you should update.
Google Chat's loading speed is quicker thanks to this tiny change
Schedule send Google is changing the URL used to access Google Chat in order to speed up loading times, and it's adding a long-overdue feature too.
How to record calls on your Pixel phone
Call recording Google Pixel phones have a built-in call recording feature that can automatically record calls or record individual calls. Here's how to use it.
Gemini for Home's early access program will now let anyone in within 24 hours
Google Home Google is quickly expanding the Gemini for Home early access program, so if you haven't signed up, you can do so now and get an invitation almost immediately.
Android's Emergency Live Video shares crucial visual info with first responders
Emergency SOS Android is launching an Emergency Live Video feature that lets users securely stream their camera feed to first responders with a single tap.
A Google DeepMind engineer just shared the secret to making the perfect Gemini prompt
Meta prompting Should you prompt an AI model to generate prompt ideas for other AI models? That's exactly what a Google DeepMind engineer does, and here's why.
Google's AI idea board now generates presentations with Nano Banana Pro
Mixboard Mixboard is Google's experimental AI-powered idea and planning board. Now, it's leveraging Nano Banana Pro to turn your thoughts into rich visual presentations.
I've tested Gemini 3, and it proves Google has what it takes to win the AI race
Betting on Google OpenAI is old news — there are three things about Google's Gemini 3 rollout that have me convinced it can come out on top of the AI race.
Samsung's new 'Magnet Wireless Battery Pack' leaks on Qi2 database
Qi2 battery Samsung has a new Qi2 accessory in the works that will prolong the battery life of your Galaxy phone — here's everything we know so far.
How to find your Spotify Wrapped 2025, YouTube Music Recap, or Apple Music Replay
Wrapped! Relive the top songs you listened to all year. Here's how to find your 2025 year-in-review playlists on Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube Music.
Samsung had five best-selling smartphones in Q3 2025 — and none were flagships
Booming budget phones Apple's iPhone 16 series dominated the smartphone market in Q3 2025, but Samsung made a strong push in the midrange space.
Here's when Google Play Store users will get an automatic cash settlement payout
Free cash Google is settling a lawsuit over an alleged Google Play Store monopoly, and soon, you'll be able to cash in with an automatic settlement payment.
How Android's new 'Transiting Mode' could change settings for public transit users automatically
New modes The newest Android Canary release suggests Google will add a "Transiting" mode to a future version of Android.
