Latest articles by Brady Snyder
FCC approves T-Mobile and Starlink's direct-to-cell service
Bye, dead spots The FCC says supplementing cell towers with satellites has "critical public interest benefits."
Google is making it easier to report police spottings in Maps
Speed traps Following the renaming of "speed traps" to "police" in Google Maps, the button is now easier to press.
Samsung Galaxy S25, S25 Plus colors seemingly confirmed as SIM card trays leak
Fresh paint A strange leak appears to confirm the five colors for the Samsung Galaxy S25 and Galaxy S25 Plus
Score a new Android phone for Black Friday? Here are the first 10 things you should do
Tips & tricks Picked up a new Android phone during Black Friday, Cyber Monday, or the holidays.
Google could make lock screen notifications less obtrusive in Android 15 QPR2
Cleaning house Android 15 QPR2 and the March Pixel Feature Drop could help clean up your lock screen notifications.
Google is 'once, twice, three times a monopolist,' says the Justice Department
Final arguments Final arguments in the advertising monopoly case against Google saw U.S. lawyers take a decisive position.
Google Search may become less useful for trip planning, thanks to the DMA
Back to basics Google is testing removing more trip-planning features in Search to appease comparison sites in the EU.
Google adds 'premium' tier to its Developer Program costing $299 per year
Developer options The expensive membership nets you Google Cloud credits, one-on-one consultations, and more.
The Wear OS 5.1 preview is now available — and it's based on Android 15
New features Google released the Wear OS 5.1 preview for developers, and it's surprisingly Android 15-based.
The Roku Channel set to gain deeper integration with Google TV for easier access to free content
Subscription-free streaming Google TV already had content from The Roku Channel, but it'll now be in more places and easier to find.
Google app for iOS now adds Search links to third-party websites unless they opt-out
Intrusive or innovative? Web publishers can opt out via a provided form, but changes might not take effect for up to 30 days.
Samsung begins rolling out One UI 6 Watch for older Galaxy Watch models
Energy Score A few of our favorite Galaxy Watch 7 features are coming to older models as One UI Watch 6 rolls out.
Samsung Galaxy S24 FE vs. Galaxy S23 FE: Bigger, faster, stronger
Midrange matchup Can't decide whether the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE is worth the upgrade? You might be surprised by how it compares to the Galaxy S23 FE.
Android 15 is rolling out to OnePlus Open in the U.S. next week
Coming soon OnePlus already brought OxygenOS 15 to the OnePlus 12 and OnePlus Pad, and the Open is next.
Here's how Google will help you score Black Friday deals with Shopping, Lens, and more
Deal hunting Google wants to give you a few ideas about how to use its service to get Black Friday and Cyber Monday steals.
Google shamelessly keeps trying to take credit for Apple adding RCS
Really, Google? RCS on iPhone might not be as helpful to Android as Google thinks it is.
Google's 'At a Glance' widget could help you follow sports scores on your Pixel
Home Screen scoring Code strings hint that you'll one day be able to follow sporting events from your Pixel home screen.
Circle to Search's fresh look streamlines translation, song recognition, and Google Lens
UI changes Circle to Search now does a lot more than just Google what's on your screen, and this redesign accounts for that.
Android 15 QPR1 Beta 3.1 rolls out ahead of expected December launch
Bug fixes Android 15 QPR1 is almost here, and Google's still tinkering with it down to the wire.
Forget AirPods Max, my favorite Beats over-ears are just $160 in this can't-miss deal
No way! Beats Studio Pro and Solo 4 headphones come with massive price cuts already — they're as low as $99.99.
Google reveals the top-watched shows and movies on Google TV in 2024
Streaming sensations Curious to know which was the top Freeplay channel? Google's ready to share that, too.
Fitbit may eventually become a pre-installed app on Android phones
The right fit? The launch of the Oppo Find X8 series hints that the Fitbit app might become a core part of the Android experience.
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau finalizes rule to supervise apps like Google Wallet
Watchdog Big tech companies ended up creating "critical financial tool," hence why the CFPB wants oversight.
