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

Why YouTube is not working for users of Opera GX with Ad blockers
By Nickolas Diaz published
Piling on YouTube had issues, as users reported problems accessing videos in one particular browser with ad block.

Google Maps gets a major upgrade with Gemini for smooth navigation on Android and iOS
By Nickolas Diaz published
Let's go there Google announced major updates headed for Maps, as Gemini joins, as well as Lens.

Google's Clock app set to vanish for non-Pixel Wear OS users soon
By Nickolas Diaz published
Making a change Google stated that it is removing its Clock app from non-Pixel Wear OS devices.

OnePlus 12 gets its promised Android 16 update on schedule with Open foldable, too
By Nickolas Diaz published
Rolling out A post announced that the OnePlus 12 and OnePlus Open are now receiving the OxygenOS 16 update.

If you want better Samsung facial recognition, the Galaxy S27 might be it
By Nickolas Diaz published
More Secure Early rumors claimed that the Galaxy S27 Ultra could potentially feature a massive facial recognition upgrade.

YouTube's not working for users with ad blockers, at least for this one browser
By Nickolas Diaz published
Piling on YouTube had issues, as users reported problems accessing videos in one particular browser with ad block.

YouTube TV subscribers have had enough, as report claims users want out
By Nickolas Diaz published
It's tiring A recent survey, conducted by Drive Research, claimed that YouTube TV subscribers are done with its ongoing Disney battle.

Google Finance with Deep Search AI lets users watch the market like a hawk
By Nickolas Diaz published
Up or down? Google Finance was said to receive a huge boost of AI assistance for market trends with Gemini.

Report says Samsung's Galaxy Z Trifold will be incredibly sparse, and this is why
By Nickolas Diaz published
Starting low A report claimed that Samsung might not produce a large amount of Galaxy Z Trifolds for a reason.

Spotify can now tell which songs Android users are addicted to
By Nickolas Diaz published
Put you on repeat... Spotify announced "listening stats," which will give users a weekly overview of their listening habits.

Samsung to get 'aggressive' with the Galaxy S26 with hopes to sell 36 million units
By Nickolas Diaz published
Looking Skyward Overseas reports claimed that Samsung is looking at its Galaxy S26 series to carry it through 2026 with even more units sold, plus revenue.

DirecTV Stream wants to save you from YouTube TV's content battles
By Nickolas Diaz published
Another Option DirecTV offered ways for consumers without Disney's content on YouTube TV to still find their entertainment.

Google Maps gets a Gemini boost to help you navigate the roads like a pro
By Nickolas Diaz published
Let's go there Google announced major updates headed for Maps, as Gemini joins, as well as Lens.

Nothing dials it back, vows to give users a way to remove that heavy bloatware
By Nickolas Diaz published
Bloated Nothing confirmed that it will give its users the ability to remove excessive bloatware on their devices following the OS 4.0 Open Beta release.

Here's what the redesigned Google Photos and Maps icons look like
By Nickolas Diaz published
Double Rainbow Google was reported to have icon redesigns for Maps and Photos, similar to the gradient update for the "G" logo.

Your Android phone could be artificially 'inflating' the network strength
By Nickolas Diaz published
Fake Out? Android was reported to fake or artificially "inflate" the cell service signal users see on their devices.

Samsung's Galaxy AI widens its language support to even more places
By Nickolas Diaz published
Better support Samsung announced that Galaxy AI expanded its language support to even more places.

That infuriating Pixel 10, Pixel 9 speakerphone issue won't see a fix anytime soon, if ever
By Nickolas Diaz published
Dropped It was reported that Pixel 10, Pixel 9 users may have to continue to deal with the annoying speakerphone problems.

YouTube TV, Disney stalemate continues as neither side agrees to end the blackout
By Nickolas Diaz published
Locked Reports stated that YouTube TV and Disney are still locked in a stalemate regarding a content deal for viewers.

Google Photos hops on the viral video train with these new templates
By Nickolas Diaz published
'Cus it got me going viral! Google Photos announced "video creation templates" for users looking to make viral-worthy videos to share.

Google warns non-Pixel Wear OS users will lose Clock app support very soon
By Nickolas Diaz published
Making a change Google stated that it is removing its Clock app from non-Pixel Wear OS devices.

Google's analytical October Workspace Drop simplifies data in Sheets, bolsters AI security
By Nickolas Diaz published
Analyze, understand... act Google detailed what its Workspace users can expect out of the October Drop.

Google quietly added a nifty feature to Gboard that makes typing lightning quick
By Nickolas Diaz published
Going Fast Gboard grabbed another update in a week, one that could make typing even faster.
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