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

Google Home’s latest update fixes the worst part of smart cameras
By Jay Bonggolto published
AI-powered camera overhaul Google's massive Spring update is supercharging your smart home with a blazing-fast camera app, snappy animated previews, and more.

Galaxy S25 owners could see stable One UI 8.5 land in just a few days
By Jay Bonggolto published
the wait is over? One UI 8.5 could hit the Samsung Galaxy S25 this week after delays, bringing smoother performance and smarter AI.

Walmart could be prepping a budget smart speaker with Gemini baked in
By Jay Bonggolto published
Gemini breaking containment? Walmart’s upcoming Onn speaker could be the first budget device with Google Gemini, bringing smarter AI to cheap hardware.

You no longer have to pay for Gemini’s smartest organization tool
By Jay Bonggolto published
The paywall is down Google just unlocked Gemini’s Notebooks for everyone on mobile, letting you organize research projects for free.

Google is upgrading in-car Assistant to Gemini, and it’s more than just a refresh
By Jay Bonggolto published
Gemini takes the wheel Google is replacing Assistant in cars with Gemini, bringing natural voice control, smarter navigation, and deeper car integration.

Samsung's Q1 2026 earnings are insane, and your Galaxy phone barely helped
By Jay Bonggolto published
new goldmine Samsung is raking in cash from booming AI chips, but its phone business is slowing down.

The Moto Buds 2 Plus pack Bose audio and AI smarts into a $150 package
By Jay Bonggolto published
Bose-tuned hardware Motorola’s $150 Moto Buds 2 Plus pack Bose-tuned sound, dual drivers, ANC, and AI features.

Motorola’s new Razr turns Google Photos into a stylist and a memory hub
By Jay Bonggolto published
Digital closet Google Photos is turning into a smart closet and daily feed on Motorola phones, mixing outfits and memories for convenience.

Xiaomi's next flagship killer could get more expensive, and that stings
By Jay Bonggolto published
flagship killers are dead Xiaomi's next T series might arrive earlier with stronger specs, but rising prices push it closer to true flagship territory, making it less of a bargain than before.

The Galaxy S27 could get a radical redesign to make room for Qi2 magnets
By Jay Bonggolto published
The MagSafe move Samsung may move Galaxy S27 cameras to enable Qi2 magnetic charging, though higher costs could still kill the redesign.

Smartphone sales are down, but Fairphone is having a breakout year
By Jay Bonggolto published
Defying the downturn Fairphone is crushing a shrinking phone market with 116% growth, proving repairable, long-lasting devices can win.

Samsung’s Galaxy Glasses leak is a direct shot at Meta Ray-Ban's crown
By Jay Bonggolto published
Galaxy glasses Samsung’s Galaxy Glasses leak reveals two models, giving users choice, but it also feels like Samsung is cautiously testing what actually sticks.

Samsung’s Fold 8 Wide could fix one of foldables’ ugliest camera problems
By Jay Bonggolto published
Shrinking cutouts The Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Fold 8 Wide may get a smaller selfie cutout for a cleaner look, but with the same 10MP camera, it’s more of a minor tweak than a real upgrade.

Google just announced a cleaner Nest and Fitbit community, but there's a catch
By Jay Bonggolto published
The great purge Google is revamping its Home, Nest, and Fitbit forums with a faster design and Gemini features, but it’s wiping all posts and forcing some users to start over.

YouTube on mobile makes livestream ads way less annoying, but there's a caveat
By Jay Bonggolto published
The Premium pressure YouTube now keeps livestreams visible during ads, but mutes the audio — so you won’t miss the action, just everything you’re supposed to hear.

One bankruptcy just wiped out a popular Google TV lineup in Europe
By Jay Bonggolto published
Sudden collapse Thomson’s European Google TV maker went bankrupt owing €36 million, so don't hold your breath for that new streaming box.

Meta gives parents a way to see what their teens are asking its AI
By Jay Bonggolto published
new oversight Meta now lets parents see the topics teens discuss with its AI, offering more visibility without full chats.

Samsung just made the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7 slightly easier on your wallet
By Jay Bonggolto published
The "New" paradox Samsung’s refurbished Fold 7 and Flip 7 sound like a deal, but base models cost more than new ones.

OnePlus quietly drops a great smartwatch while its global business is in limbo
By Jay Bonggolto published
Soft launch OnePlus quietly dropped a titanium Watch 4 with Wear OS 6, but good luck buying one before the company possibly implodes.

Google expands its browser assistant to more countries, and I can’t ignore how convenient this is
By Jay Bonggolto published
Killing the tab tax Gemini is now baked into Chrome across APAC, making browsing smarter and faster.

Google Photos wants to fix your face in one tap, but I’m not sure people want the help
By Jay Bonggolto published
One-stop editing Google Photos’ new AI touch-ups make quick, natural-looking selfie fixes effortless, but they quietly push us toward more polished, less real photos.

Fitbit Air leak points to a May launch and plenty of color options
By Jay Bonggolto published
Watch out Whoop! Google’s Fitbit Air is reportedly taking a direct swing at Whoop, ditching the screen and annoying subscriptions for a stylish, $99 tracker.

Google’s next smart glasses bet brings Gucci into the mix
By Jay Bonggolto published
Luxury meets logic Google and Gucci are teaming up on Android XR smart glasses, aiming to finally make wearable tech stylish, useful, and ready for everyday use.
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