Jay Bonggolto always keeps a nose for news. He has been writing about consumer tech and apps for as long as he can remember, and he has used a variety of Android phones since falling in love with Jelly Bean. When he's not writing, he likes to spend time outside, stealing scenes with his phone camera. Send him a direct message via X or LinkedIn.
Latest articles by Jay Bonggolto

I didn’t expect a $2,899 phone to sell out this fast — but the Galaxy Z TriFold proved me wrong
By Jay Bonggolto published
Sticker shock is a myth Samsung just proved $2,900 isn't too much for innovation, as the Z TriFold sold out in minutes without even needing trade-in deals to tempt buyers.

Samsung Galaxy A37 and A57 leak reveals a familiar look with better internals
By Jay Bonggolto published
Design stasis Samsung’s Galaxy A37 and A57 might stick to a familiar design but deliver solid chips, big batteries, faster charging, better cameras, and rare long-term updates.

The RedMagic 11 Air is surprisingly thin, and I’m obsessed with its massive 7,000mAh battery
By Jay Bonggolto published
Slimmer, not weaker The RedMagic 11 Air packs a flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite and a massive 7,000mAh battery into a fan-cooled frame that finally lets you game hard without the bulk.

Samsung’s AI chip profits just tripled, and here’s why your next phone may cost more because of it
By Jay Bonggolto published
Profits tripled on AI demand Samsung’s record AI chip profits are driving the next wave of tech innovation, but expect higher prices for the gadgets you actually want.

Google just supercharged Chrome with Gemini, and it makes me a little uneasy
By Jay Bonggolto published
No longer just a browser Google's new Gemini AI transforms Chrome from a basic browser into a proactive, time-saving sidekick.

Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra might nail its display at last, and I’m here for it
By Jay Bonggolto published
Billion-color upgrade Samsung could finally ditch the color-faking tricks for a native 10-bit display on the Galaxy S26 Ultra.

Google’s new theft protection makes your phone a much harder target, and it's the peace of mind I’ve been waiting for
By Jay Bonggolto published
The 'Hard Lock' evolution Google’s new Android theft protection turns your phone into a brick for criminals — before, during, and after a theft.

The Galaxy Z TriFold is coming to the US, and it made me rethink what a foldable phone can be
By Jay Bonggolto published
Triple-fold era Samsung's betting big that its $2,899 triple-folding Galaxy Z TriFold is the laptop-replacing powerhouse the foldable race needs.

I’ve waited years for YouTube Music to sync my queue, and it’s finally here
By Jay Bonggolto published
No more lost groove YouTube Music’s new queue sync finally lets your music follow you across devices, making switching from phone to laptop or tablet effortless.

Samsung wants to prove the Galaxy S25 Ultra and Watch Ultra's worth through actual sweat, and it won me over
By Jay Bonggolto published
Proving the Ultra moniker Samsung is stress-testing its Galaxy Watch Ultra in a fitness TV show, proving its premium features are for real athletes and everyday users.

Your Kindle’s best free feature is about to cost $60 a year
By Jay Bonggolto published
The free ride is over Instapaper is putting Send to Kindle behind a paywall starting February 19, ending free wireless article delivery for most Kindle users.
New Pixel 10a leak suggests Google is playing it safe
By Jay Bonggolto published
No visual redesign Google's Pixel 10a looks like it's a clone of its predecessor, launching for $499 with only a possible chip tweak as a real upgrade.

YouTube TV’s biggest upgrade yet puts multiview and pricing in your control
By Jay Bonggolto published
The multiview revolution YouTube TV is finally giving you control, letting you customize your multiview screen and pay for cheaper, genre-specific channel bundles.

Honor just outpaced every top Chinese Android brand in global growth
By Jay Bonggolto published
Outpacing the giants Honor crushed it overseas in 2025 with 55% growth by ditching budget battles for a savvy, region-by-region premium strategy.

New Acer Chromebooks for students promise 15 hours of battery life and spill-proof keys
By Jay Bonggolto published
Built for abuse Acer just dropped the first MediaTek Kompanio 540 Chromebooks, featuring rugged builds, modular repairs, and 15-hour battery life.

This $200 Android phone fits a massive battery into an impossibly thin frame
By Jay Bonggolto published
A 6,500mAh battery in a 7.2mm body may sound fake, but Infinix did it.

Google Pixel 10a price leak hints at a rare Google price cut
By Jay Bonggolto published
The numbers game The Pixel 10a could launch early at a lower price, purportedly by reusing last year’s hardware to deliver solid value under $500.

Good news: you won’t have to pay for basic Galaxy AI tools after all
By Jay Bonggolto published
Free forever Samsung has confirmed that basic Galaxy AI features are free forever, though paid upgrades are still on the table.

Verizon confirms service is restored after millions were stuck in SOS mode
By Jay Bonggolto last updated
Verizon down A surprise nationwide Verizon outage left countless users stuck with SOS-only phones and zero service, while its MVNOs weirdly kept working fine.

Android 17 leak hints at major Quick Settings revamp you'll actually use
By Jay Bonggolto published
long overdue Android 17 leaks hint at a split notifications panel and the return of separate Wi-Fi and mobile data toggles.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus set to retain key features with a twist on production
By Jay Bonggolto published
carbon copy Samsung scrapped the S26 Edge last-minute, meaning the resurrected Plus could just be a safe, boring rerun of the S25 Plus with recycled hardware.

Galaxy S26 Ultra leaks reveal a hidden camera boost and top-tier speed
By Jay Bonggolto published
Hidden camera upgrade The Galaxy S26 could feature a 24MP camera mode you have to unlock, delivering way better photos with just a three-second background wait.

Philips Hue finally understands your floor plan with its new SpatialAware feature
By Jay Bonggolto published
spatial-aware lights Philips Hue’s SpatialAware scans your room to place scenes naturally, making lighting feel designed and supercharging nature scenes.
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