Latest articles by Brady Snyder
Samsung could be gearing up to launch an Android 16 beta this month
One UI 8 Following the disappointing One UI 7 launch, current reports indicate the One UI 8 beta program might launch sometime in late May.
Powerbeats Pro 2 are my favorite Android earbuds, and they're $50 off for the first time
First sale I've spent months testing the Powerbeats Pro 2 with all the best Android phones, and they're a slam-dunk buy at under $200.
Google's May 2025 Pixel update is here with bug fixes and a critical security patch
Security fixes If you have a Google Pixel device, check for the May 2025 security patch immediately — it includes must-install, zero-day fixes.
Google won't bring Android 16's Battery Health page to older Pixels
Tough luck Google is prepping a Battery Health page for Pixels in Android 16, and we now know exactly which models will — and won't — be supported.
Gemini 2.5 Pro Preview, an updated AI model optimized for coding, is here
New release Google built an updated version of Gemini 2.5 Pro for coding and advanced reasoning, and it's at the top of key AI leaderboards.
Google leaked its own design process for Material 3 Expressive
Big mistake Google plans to reveal Material 3 Expressive at Google I/O 2025, but it accidentally leaked a blog post about it ahead of time.
Android's leaked battery status indicator bears a striking resemblance to iOS
New looks Google is working on refreshing Android's UI with Material 3 Expressive, and that includes a new-look battery status indicator — here's a sneak peek.
Why I'm ditching big foldables after daily driving the latest from Samsung and Google
Saying goodbye I've been a foldable user since 2021, and it's finally time for me to admit that clamshell devices are the superior form factor.
How Gemini Live's video support helped me grow plants in the desert
Green (AI) thumb Admittedly, there aren't a lot of AI use cases that'll actually change your life. But for me, Gemini Live's gardening help was one of them.
Android 15 is widely rolling out for Motorola Razr Plus 2024 owners in the US
At last! Motorola is officially rolling out Android 15 to all Razr Plus 2024 owners in the U.S. as of today — here's how you can update and get the latest features.
NotebookLM gets Gemini 2.5 Flash as it prepares to launch as a standalone app
Research helper NotebookLM is about to launch as a standalone app at Google I/O 2025, but it's getting expanded Audio Overview support and Gemini 2.5 Flash capabilities now.
How to use Gemini Live's camera and screen sharing features
AI smarts Gemini Live's multimodal support recently grew with live video and screen sharing inputs — here's how to use them to solve daily problems.
How many software updates will the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 be eligible for?
One UI Samsung is set to launch the Galaxy Z Fold 7 this summer, but how long will its OS upgrade and security update support window last?
How to improve your appearance in Google Meet
Picture perfect Trying to get a more flattering appearance from your home or office setup? These Google Meet tips and tricks only require an Android phone.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 might not use a Snapdragon chip after all
Downgrade? After mixed reports couldn't pinpoint whether Samsung would use a Snapdragon or Exynos chip for the Galaxy Z Fold 7, we might finally have an answer.
Gmail will now let you react to emails with emojis
Quick reply Google is rolling out a Gmail tweak that'll let users reply and react to emails with emojis, much like Slack or Google Chat.
How fast will the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 charging speed be?
Power up Is Samsung expected to boost the Galaxy Z Flip 7's charging speeds? Here's everything we know so far.
Nothing CEO Carl Pei reassures fans Phone 3 is definitely coming to the US
At last After launching numerous phones without official U.S. support, Nothing is set to return to the region with the upcoming Phone 3.
The Pixel Weather app is getting a pollen tracker in the US
Avoiding allergies Trouble with seasonal allergies? Your Pixel will now give you insight into daily pollen levels with a new Pixel Weather update.
Motorola's Razr 2025 is making me and my Razr Plus 2023 jealous — and that's impressive
Big upgrades My time with the Razr Plus 2023 started and ended with disappointment, but the Razr 2025 could be a different story.
Google One might eventually back up your phone SIMs for easy restoration
Simpler saving Code strings suggest Google could be working on a way to back up and restore eSIMs, simplifying the process of switching phones.
Google officially killed Driving Mode after stripping most of its features in 2024
Bye Google Assistant is slowly being cast aside in favor of Gemini, and many features are gone forever as part of the move.
Google is dropping support for the first two generations of Nest Learning Thermostat
Cutoff Google is cutting support for two Nest Learning Thermostat models, meaning they won't get updates and can't be remote-controlled.
