Latest articles by Jerry Hildenbrand
Tech Talk: Can you really build an app or game with an AI chatbot?
The easy way AI can do a lot of things, but it struggles with creativity and originality. So do a lot of new apps and games, though...
Ask Jerry: Will foldable phones ever be durable?
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How (and when) to clear app cache or data on Android
Fresh start Apps sometimes can misbehave. If it happens to you, here's something to try.
Android 16 is Google getting serious about foldables
Android & Chill Foldables could be the future of mobile computing. Google is getting ready for it.
Tech Talk: More than you ever wanted to know about malware
Tech Talk You hear a lot of talk about malware finding its way onto your phone. What is it, how do you get it, and most importantly, how do you prevent it?
Ask Jerry: Why don't all phones come to all places?
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You don't need to care about 16 KB memory pages, but it's still an important change. Here's why
Enough for everyone A technical requirement for the platform's "future direction" will have little effect on what you do every day.
Why are we obsessed with charging speeds?
Android & Chill If we're really lucky, we might get a phone battery that charges more quickly. Otherwise, I think we're stuck with the batteries we have now. They're probably the best we'll get for a long time.
Don't ruin your Galaxy phone with a half-baked beta update
Not yet When One UI 8 is good enough and ready, Samsung will give it to everyone. For now, let someone else be the guinea pig.
Now is a great time to buy a phone you can fix yourself — The HMD Skyline is at Amazon, and it's 30% off the regular price
The best spec If you care about repairability HMD has a phone for you. If you care about saving money, this deal is for you.
Tech Talk: Your choice of a 'Digital wallet' just got a lot more important
Trust but verify A new Android feature gives your digital identification a real home. Make sure it's the right choice.
Ask Jerry: Can Auracast help me?
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How to make the most sense out of Google I/O
Android & Chill What you really want to know is only a tiny fraction of what I/O is all about.
I'm done buying Google Nest products
Dumb Home Dropping support for older products is fine. Not having a legacy option to keep using them isn't.
Tech Talk: What is 5G Advanced and what does it mean for my next phone?
5.5G 5G Advanced is also known as 5.5G and is the next generation of wireless connection. It's important, but doesn't bring a lot to the table for consumer products.
The Motorola Razr and Perplexity are trying to change how you use your phone
Who's really in charge? Perplexity has deep hooks in the 2025 Razr. Too deep, maybe.
Ask Jerry: How can I securely wipe a phone?
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Yahoo buying Chrome isn't as crazy as it sounds
Android & Chill Yahoo knows what it should have 20 years ago: it needs a browser
The 2025 Razr makes me like last year's model even more
No big changes There are a few differences but this is no real upgrade.
Tech Talk: What you need to know about crossing the US border with your phone
Tech Talk Breaking tech down to its simple parts so we can all understand it a little better
Fairphone is doing its part to make the world a better place. Is it enough?
Change for the better It's easier for a small company to do the right thing. We need to see the same from the tech giants.
Ask Jerry: What do I need to know about buying a used phone?
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I haven't switched phones for almost a year and I love it
Android & Chill Setting up a new phone is fun for some people, but I hate it. I love not having to do it.
