Nickolas is always excited about tech and getting his hands on it. Writing for him can vary from delivering the latest tech story to scribbling in his journal. When Nickolas isn't hitting a story, he's often grinding away at a game or chilling with a book in his hand.
Latest articles by Nickolas Diaz

After this database listing, it looks like the 'Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra' is for real
By Nickolas Diaz published
The real deal An important certification for a "Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra" might've just cemented its existence.

Google opens the Fitbit Air to creativity: now you can make your own bands
By Nickolas Diaz published
Start Drawing Google opened the design guidelines for the Fitbit Air, meaning designers can create bands and accessories for the fitness tracker.

Samsung's getting fit: early rumors spark Galaxy Fit 4 interest, but launch will have to wait
By Nickolas Diaz published
Get Fit Rumors suggest consumers could get another dose of Samsung's Galaxy Fit tracker series later this year.

Google's got a quick Android 17 Beta 4.1 rolling out to address issues before launch
By Nickolas Diaz published
Toiling away Google's Android 17 received a Beta 4.1 patch for enrolled testers ahead of its expected debut in mid-2026.

Meta AI was used to steal many high-profile Instagram accounts, and people want answers
By Nickolas Diaz published
Aided by AI Meta's AI was reportedly responsible for aiding hackers in stealing user Instagram accounts, as no human workers are part of the process.

Android's big June Drop keeps kids safe this summer, adds 'Fake Call' protections for phones
By Nickolas Diaz published
Hot Summer A big June Android Drop is on the way to phones this week, and Google detailed safety features for kids, call protections for phones, and more.

Samsung is changing how you turn off your Galaxy in One UI 9 for your protection
By Nickolas Diaz published
Keeping you protected Samsung was spotted adding changes to the power-off process of phones in One UI 9, and it has the users' security in mind.

The launch date for Google's 'Home Speaker' might've broken cover
By Nickolas Diaz published
Mark your calendar? A retailer's online listing for the Google Home Speaker seemingly revealed its mid-June launch date.

Xiaomi might have a 'Privacy Display' on the way that's all software
By Nickolas Diaz published
Same, but different Xiaomi is supposedly looking to mirror Samsung's Privacy Display, but how it could go about it is completely different.

Thinborne is already talking Pixel 11 cases, and this one little change is significant
By Nickolas Diaz published
Is this a sign? Thinborne revealed a set of Pixel 11 cases early, and one case features a wider camera bar cutout, which could point to Pixel Glow.

One UI 9 Watch beta rumored: Samsung might have health reports ready and waiting
By Nickolas Diaz published
Looking ahead Early rumors say Samsung is preparing to enlist Galaxy Watch users for a One UI 9 Watch beta.

Android tablets have a problem: Chrome's not working, but Google's racing to fix it
By Nickolas Diaz published
Error, error, error Android tablet users report problems with Chrome, as an error message renders the browser inoperable.

Samsung could slowly trickle more missing Galaxy AI features on the Galaxy S25
By Nickolas Diaz published
Closing the gap Hold up; rumors claim Samsung could introduce more of the Galaxy S26's AI features on the Galaxy S25 next month.

Camera events in Google Home can be your next automation in this late May patch
By Nickolas Diaz published
Getting better Another selection of Gemini for Home and smart home app updates roll out to Google's users.

Meta unveils app subscriptions: 'Plus' plans precede 'Meta One' tests for AI and creators
By Nickolas Diaz published
Subscriptions aplenty Meta announced a series of "Plus" plans for its main apps and teased a "Meta One" test for creators, businesses, and AI.

The US phone market struggled in Q1, but one Android maker made serious headway
By Nickolas Diaz published
Small decline U.S. smartphone market performance reports are out, and it was good news for one Android maker in particular.

'X by Xreal' wants everyone in on AR glasses, launches entry-level pair for gamers, movie-lovers
By Nickolas Diaz published
They look sweet Xreal debuted an entry-level sub-brand for AR glasses, and its introduction is joined by its first pair of lenses.

Motorola slid affiliate codes into your Amazon orders, now states this was 'unintended'
By Nickolas Diaz published
A problem Motorola was swiftly accused of hijacking the Amazon app and adding an affiliate link to users' orders, but officially states this was "unintended."

Warnings about removed or unsupported Play Store apps could head to Android
By Nickolas Diaz published
Keeping you aware It was reported that Google is working on new warnings for apps that have been removed from the Play Store.

Samsung speeds ahead, rolls out One UI 9 Beta 2 for the Galaxy S26 overseas
By Nickolas Diaz published
Wasting no time Samsung's next One UI 9 beta speeds ahead onto the Galaxy S26 series for one region.

Two years later, Google appeals antitrust ruling for search: cites 'hard work' for top spot
By Nickolas Diaz published
Appealed Google reportedly submitted an appeal for a 2024 ruling that found it guilty of an "illegal search monopoly."

Missing Fitbit Air update is causing headaches, Google says it'll pick up the pace
By Nickolas Diaz published
Have you seen this update? Users have gotten their Google Fitbit Air early, and a missing update is causing all sorts of problems.

After waiting for One UI 8.5, users say Samsung axed video features
By Nickolas Diaz published
Gone One UI 8.5 has arrived, but users say Samsung's missing something, as notable video features have disappeared.
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