Latest articles by Brady Snyder
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.
Motorola Razr Ultra 2025 vs. Razr Plus 2024: Two flagship flip phones, compared
Ultra vs. Plus Motorola's top-of-the-line foldable is now the Razr Ultra 2025, but how does it compare to the Razr Plus 2024 from last year? Let's find out.
Is the Motorola Razr 2025 waterproof?
Durability If you have durability concerns about foldable phones, these are the Motorola Razr 2025 water-resistance and durability specs you need to know.
The Gemini app is becoming more like NotebookLM in April's Workspace feature drop
All about AI Google's Workspace feature drop for April 2025 includes big updates to Gemini, Gmail, Slides, and Chat. Here's everything you need to know.
Samsung's refurbished Galaxy S24 units are a bad deal, buy these instead
Thumbs down Samsung's refurbished phones now cost more this year, making them a bad deal compared to both new and third-party renewed options. Here's what to buy instead.
The Motorola Razr 2025 leaks in all angles ahead of official launch
Flip! The Motorola Razr 2025 is expected to be announced at an event this week, but its promotional materials have apparently leaked ahead of that.
Google could be moving Pixel manufacturing to India to avoid high tariffs
Quick moves The U.S. government is trying levy tariffs on select foreign imports, and the uncertain situation is sending the manufacturing world into a panic.
The Xbox app will now let you buy games from your Android phone
Easy browsing Xbox is fixing a longtime omission from its Android app by adding support for purchasing games from your phone.
Android users just dodged a bullet as the CVE cybersecurity tracker stays funded
Whew! You may not know it, but if you have an internet-connected device, you have the CVE program to thank for device security. We all almost lost it.
Google quietly confirmed Google Assistant's days on Fitbit watches are numbered
Gone for good Google Assistant on Fitbit watches is going away, but Amazon Alexa might remain.
Nothing's CMF Buds 2 are now available as it teases the CMF Phone 2 Pro
CMF CMF Buds 2 are now available with a refreshed look and a $59 price point that slots just under the CMF Buds 2 Pro.
Android 16 could bring Identity Check to more smartphones
Coming soon? Identity Check is working on a OnePlus 13 running the Android 16 beta, which could mean the feature is set to arrive on more Android phones.
Honor's 400 Lite 5G looks like an iPhone carbon copy... has it gone too far?
Not subtle Honor's 400 Lite 5G is here, and it's a near carbon copy of the iPhone 16 Pro. While I'm all for companies borrowing each other's good ideas, this goes too far.
Google Search is getting a unified domain for US and global users
.com Google will use ".com" domains globally now, because it no longer uses country-coded URLs to provide local results.
Google's ugly Pixel 9a design is exactly what you wanted
Careful what you wish for Google's decision to remove the Pixel camera bar on the Pixel 9a has been controversial, but the discourse proves people don't really know what they want.
Android 12 and 12L have received their last official Google security update
These devices won't get the April 2025 security patch, or any future releases.
Google raises Android 15's onboard storage requirements to 32GB
Upgrades required Android 15 marks the first time Google is raising the official storage requirements for Android since 2022, but most phones won't be affected.
OnePlus 13T leak reveals back design with all-new camera bump
Fresh looks The OnePlus 13T's rear designed has leaked in an image that looks official, and we now know what the three finish options will be called.
Google Messages will soon use color to differentiate RCS and SMS, MMS users
Color coded Google Messages will use tags and colors to differentiate SMS, MMS, and RCS users before you send a message in a future update.
Here's how Google is shaking up the A-series lineup following Pixel 9a launch
Discounts? Google expectedly axed the Pixel 7a from the Google Store following the Pixel 9a launch, but did something surprising with the Pixel 8a.
The Apple Maps web client beta now runs on Android phone browsers
Easy access Apple Maps may be the next Apple service to work on Android, at least partially. The web client now works on mobile browsers.
