Latest articles by Jerry Hildenbrand
Everything you need to know about Chrome's flags
There are a lot of features packed into Google Chrome, but did you know that you can test out new features before they're available?
Can Google's LaMDA chatbot actually be sentient?
By analyzing input on a large scale, Ai like LaMDA acts more like a person than a robot.
A coprocessor really is a wonderful thing
Companies that build electronics make a big deal out of the lowly coprocessor, and they're mostly right to do it.
What does sideloading mean, and how do you sideload apps?
You don't have to use Google Play to install your apps.
Google cares about apps for the big screen again but still needs to convince developers
Google has provided the tools for building apps optimized for tablets and foldables but that might not be enough.
What is Google Play Protect?
Google has its own system to help keep the apps on your phone safe and secure. But you may not know how it works, or that you can change your settings to make it even better.
Google's Pixel family of products will always be just a vanity project
Love them or hate them, Pixel products will never sell well and Google doesn't really care.
How to remap the keys on your Chromebook
Chromebooks have a keyboard that looks familiar at first glance, but it's not what you would find on a "regular" laptop. It's easy to change things, though.
Collecting and selling location data means you might want to leave your phone at home once in a while
Android & Chill Think about where you're going and what you're doing when you have that smartphone in your pocket.
Google and 'the government' will always be at odds with each other when it comes to ads and policy
Google is too smart and Congress is behind the times when it comes to ad policy.
What is free speech?
No social media company has ever allowed free speech and Elon Musk can't bring it to Twitter.
HELM Audio Bolt DAC/AMP review: Your phone has never sounded this good
Your favorite pair of wired headphones will fall in love with the HELM Audio Bolt.
Your online security and privacy depend on more than just Google's work
Bad things can happen if the parts inside your phone aren't being patched — even if you have the latest version of Android.
Wireless charging vs. wired charging vs. 'Fast Charging': How do they compare in efficiency?
All chargers waste energy but some waste more than others.
What is Qualcomm Snapdragon Sound?
Snapdragon Sound is Qualcomm's platform for all of its audio innovations.
How to prepare your Google account for when you pass away
Your loved ones have enough to worry about when you shuffle off this mortal coil. Preparing your Google account is easy and something we all need to do.
What are Android Developer Options and how do they work?
Developers need to test their work on a real live phone. The Developer Options menu helps them do it.
Tim Cook is right and wrong about sideloading
Apple doesn't like the loss that controlled sideloading would bring to iOS, but there are a few real concerns for users on all platforms.
You don't need to install an antivirus app on your phone
Sometimes the best way to spread malware is to disguise yourself as an anti-malware app.
Licensing facial data for commercial images is a smart play
Tech companies are going to use your face for machine learning so there should be some rules in place.
What is Qualcomm Snapdragon Sight?
Better to see you with Qualcomm has made major improvements to the ISP in its newest chips and Snapdragon Sight is its new branding.
What does LTPO mean, and why is it important on your device?
Display technology needs to evolve along with everything else. LTPO screens are built for the modern phone.
We have lost our privacy and there isn't much we can do about it
To be a part of the digital age we're forced to surrender our privacy because there is no real way to opt out.
