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

Tile's unencrypted flaw could let anyone track your location
By Jay Bonggolto published
Serious flaw Researchers say Tile’s security gaps could let stalkers track you.

Google redesigns its 'G' logo to signal the AI era is here
By Jay Bonggolto published
Out with the old 'G' A decade-old logo is retiring as Google rolls out a new look across its entire ecosystem.

Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra S Pen might ditch the boxy look for softer curves
By Jay Bonggolto published
Samsung's Galaxy S26 Ultra might be ditching its boxy look, and the S Pen is getting a curvy redesign to match.

Google is apparently testing hypertension screening on the Pixel Watch
By Jay Bonggolto published
Larger health push Google's next watch move may be a hypertension check on your wrist.

OnePlus 13 update finally fixes your annoying photo problems
By Jay Bonggolto published
Smoother visuals OnePlus has started rolling out the OxygenOS 15.0.0.862 update for the OnePlus 13, with a phased release targeting North America first.

The CMF Headphone Pro has killer battery life and a price that's a flex
By Jay Bonggolto published
Modular style Nothing’s budget brand drops feature-stuffed headphones that don’t break the bank.

Amazon is about to drop Vega OS on Fire TV sooner than expected
By Jay Bonggolto published
The big switch Amazon is quietly getting ready to rewrite Fire TV’s DNA.

Flaw in OnePlus phones lets apps read your texts, fix rolling out soon
By Jay Bonggolto published
Patch incoming OnePlus breaks silence and promises fix for SMS bug.

Google’s Mixboard brings Android users an AI boost for creativity
By Jay Bonggolto published
Forget Pinterest Google’s Mixboard makes brainstorming visual, fast, and AI-powered.

Chrome for Android now has the same Audio Overviews feature as NotebookLM
By Jay Bonggolto published
Skip the scrolling Chrome's latest update on Android is a game-changer for anyone who hates reading online.

Samsung Galaxy S26 could challenge iPhone with pro-grade video tools
By Jay Bonggolto published
Upgrade for creators Samsung’s Galaxy S26 series is supposedly targeting creators With APV codec and LUT support.

Here's how Google Play's redesign transforms your app store experience
By Jay Bonggolto published
Play Store going personal Play Store levels up with entertainment hubs, sidekick, and You tab.

Nothing Phone 3 receives major camera upgrade in latest OS 3.5 update
By Jay Bonggolto published
tune-up Fresh Nothing OS 3.5 build polishes your Phone 3 ahead of Android 16.

The Galaxy S26 Ultra might pack a display that hides your screen from prying side glances
By Jay Bonggolto published
Snoop-proof screen Samsung might be developing a screen that actively fights snoopers.

Instagram's AI now detects and protects teens, even if their profile says they're adults
By Jay Bonggolto published
AI on patrol Instagram is expanding its use of AI to automatically place suspected teen accounts in Canada into protective settings.

Google's mysterious smart speaker could be a throwback to the original Google Home devices
By Jay Bonggolto published
The name for Google's new smart speaker has leaked, and it may be called the "Google Home Speaker."

One UI 8 transforms Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7 into powerful pocket workstations
By Jay Bonggolto published
pocket-sized powerhouses Big upgrades for DeX and the Now Bar are hitting the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7.

Oakley and Meta team up on new smart glasses for athletes
By Jay Bonggolto published
Fresh collab The new Oakley Meta Vanguard smart glasses are built for athletes, packing a 12MP 3K camera, louder open-ear speakers, and nine-hour battery life.

Nothing’s Ear 3 case packs a major mic upgrade that’s bound to raise eyebrows
By Jay Bonggolto published
A big mystery Nothing Ear 3 case sports a Super Mic — could this be teasing a hidden walkie-talkie trick?

This Android flagship is getting Samsung's continuous zoom camera, not the Galaxy
By Jay Bonggolto published
Sharper high-zoom shots Samsung's new continuous zoom camera is reportedly skipping Galaxy phones for its debut.

YouTube's new trick automatically re-dubs any video into your native tongue
By Jay Bonggolto published
language barrier no more YouTube’s video dubbing in multiple languages is now available to every creator.

OPPO's upcoming Find X9 series will launch with something brand new from Hasselblad
By Jay Bonggolto published
Hasselblad makeover Hasselblad's first-ever mobile photography kit is landing on the OPPO Find X9 series.

Google is making it a lot simpler to find your Gemini-made media
By Jay Bonggolto published
AI junk drawer Google's making it a snap to track down your Gemini creations.
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