Jay Bonggolto
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 Twitter or LinkedIn.
Latest articles by Jay Bonggolto
![The gesture navigation bar on the Galaxy S24](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/dijTVbuGxaiJWEtY2xkPFD-320-80.jpg)
Samsung's One UI 7 might take a big page out of Apple's iOS playbook
By Jay Bonggolto published
ditching the old look One UI 7 could be leaning hard into iOS aesthetics with its new design elements.
![Google Olympic Games doodle](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/mHmxaXP73HBJPbh5t9vefY-320-80.jpg)
Google is making it easier to follow the Olympic Games with new TV and Play features
By Jay Bonggolto published
Olympic overload Google is now the "Official Search AI Partner" for Team USA, using AI to highlight athletes and boost Olympic coverage.
![The black and gold Galaxy Ring](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/otewimivudHS4cLxUTXFdL-320-80.jpg)
Samsung reportedly boosts Galaxy Ring production to match soaring demand
By Jay Bonggolto published
Selling like hotcakes Samsung's Galaxy Ring is said to be way more popular than expected, so the company is apparently making a ton more to keep up.
![The Google Play Store super weekly prizes announcement at the July 2024 Google Play event](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/TpfaPW8PThtu5GRrPYRPJ4-320-80.jpg)
Google Play Points is handing out Pixel devices and more prizes
By Jay Bonggolto published
Want a Pixel? New Google Play Points rewards include chances to win Pixel devices, Razer gaming products and more.
![Blackmagic Camera app listing on the Play Store](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/L3uQtuoYvE7gAL2Zvo89S3-320-80.jpg)
Blackmagic's Camera app comes to more Android phones
By Jay Bonggolto published
Expanded Compatibility Blackmagic Camera app is upping its game with support for more Android phones.
![The Google Gemini app](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/QUuejB6p5fokJUFyse3swb-320-80.jpg)
Google Gemini is about to sound totally different
By Jay Bonggolto published
breath of fresh air Google is experimenting with a fresh voice for its Gemini app on Android.
![A set of leaked renderings depicting the Pixel 9 Pro.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ZxiHmfnXbqMA72gzmEB5tP-320-80.jpg)
Google is sweetening the Pixel 9 Pro pre-order deal with a limited-edition bonus
By Jay Bonggolto published
early bird promo Pre-order the Pixel 9 Pro in select countries, and Google will toss in a special limited-edition collectible.
![Tecno Camon 30 Premier 5G rear](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/p3m7WUtkK43MhWcCBb3cVh-320-80.jpg)
TECNO Camon 30 Premier 5G review: A great phone, if you can find it
By Jay Bonggolto published
ace bundles In the budget phone showdown, the TECNO Camon 30 Premier 5G is ready to compete.
![Pixel Watch 3 XL renders](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3Fq8N942PMXLkxn5MTBC4k-320-80.jpg)
Forget budget-friendly, the Pixel Watch 3 price rumors are brutal
By Jay Bonggolto published
lookin' pricier Get ready to shell out an extra €50 to €100 for the next Pixel Watch compared to the Pixel Watch 2.
![A blue screen of death on Windows 11](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/T4rTxG3wQwaQSVBCkNj664-320-80.jpg)
Huge Microsoft Windows outage disrupts services globally
By Jay Bonggolto published
massive outage A CrowdStrike Falcon update is triggering BSODs on Windows PCs, resulting in widespread service disruptions across the world.
![Pixel 9 Pro Fold teaser](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/jgwCNBLT2zkiKn6VrnzE9i-320-80.jpg)
Google confirms the Pixel 9 Pro Fold is real in official tease
By Jay Bonggolto published
It's official Here's your first official look at the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold.
![Whatsapp status update](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/vYVTpab9J7ZTcdu4Cy9yXi-320-80.jpg)
WhatsApp is testing a new look for status updates on Android and AI Studio
By Jay Bonggolto published
cleaner and smarter Spot a new status update interface in the works for WhatsApp's Android version, as well as additional third-party AI chatbots.
![Android 15 logo on Pixel 8](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/a7NZY6fiEXh9Dfx4A7Xwkg-320-80.jpg)
Android 15 Beta 4 is here as the stable release gets closer
By Jay Bonggolto published
preening for debut Android 15 Beta 4 has arrived, polishing things up just before the public launch.
![Xiaomi MIX Fold 4 teaser](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/wMPGrQ9apebtZizeQps2yH-320-80.jpg)
Xiaomi confirms the launch date for its Galaxy Z Fold 6 contender
By Jay Bonggolto published
Mark your calendars Xiaomi is launching two new folding phones later this week, including the Mix Fold 4 and Mix Flip.
![Google Search page on a Google Pixel 7 Pro](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/facKE3u5TaXFrFwXWpMU8R-320-80.jpg)
Google Search's annotation experiment is going away soon
By Jay Bonggolto published
RIP Notes Google is shutting down the "Notes" experiment in Search.
![OnePlus Pad 2 screen and keyboard](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/AhBsK9JQoWFwHw5Lfk7oQa-320-80.jpg)
The OnePlus Pad 2 costs more, but its upgrades make it worth the price
By Jay Bonggolto published
worth every penny OnePlus' newest tablet is the most powerful Android device yet.
![RedMagic 9S Pro in white and black](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PNscMDhLgo5cvpqzdQQQpM-320-80.jpg)
The RedMagic 9S Pro launches globally with a souped-up Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip
By Jay Bonggolto published
Global domination Nubia just unveiled the RedMagic 9S Pro, packing an overclocked Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, a better cooling fan, and a larger battery.
![AT&T logo](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kk7y52Qo7PKsmoBtgrWW9K-320-80.jpg)
AT&T data breach compromised phone records of nearly all its customers
By Jay Bonggolto published
Big whoops at AT&T Hackers stole phone numbers, call/text logs, and some location data for millions of AT&T customers.
![Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 and Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/LZnZruJKF3nWgV27yUZn7R-320-80.jpg)
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 and Watch 7 Ultra are missing a killer feature
By Jay Bonggolto published
That's a bummer! Samsung's new Galaxy Watch 7 series packs a punch, but charging options are a bit of a letdown.
![immersive view of Toronto in Google Maps](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/nTEG6k79MWrwpD5scurFwe-320-80.jpg)
Google Maps' Immersive View is now available in five major Canadian cities
By Jay Bonggolto published
Ditch the flat map Google Maps now lets you explore these Canadian cities like you're there.
![The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 interpreter mode cover screen](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/tGU7huhRyzfaryLr6yTDce-320-80.jpg)
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6 boast AI upgrades and thinner bodies
By Jay Bonggolto published
smarter foldables The latest foldable phones from Samsung are smarter and more expensive, but still as big as ever.
![Create a radio section in Youtube Music](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/GzQNJ8Q6j77Rdsyt2oQSP8-320-80.jpg)
YouTube Music is testing letting you build custom radio stations using AI prompts
By Jay Bonggolto published
DJ with words YouTube Music is apparently trying out a new way to pick your tunes: just tell it what kind of music you want to hear.
![Galaxy AI's Live Translate in the settings menu](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/QhMYCatHdk4DkwU4kQib8E-320-80.jpg)
Samsung's Galaxy AI might soon translate your WhatsApp calls on the fly
By Jay Bonggolto published
Ditch the language barrier WhatsApp and other apps might soon get a nifty Live Translate feature powered by Galaxy AI.