Alex Dobie
Alex was with Android Central for over a decade, producing written and video content for the site, and served as global Executive Editor from 2016 to 2022.
Latest articles by Alex Dobie
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Samsung Galaxy A73 5G vs. Galaxy A53 5G
By Alex Dobie last updated
Versus It's a relatively modest upgrade, so is the new Galaxy A73 worth the extra cash compared to the A53?
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Why Apple is wrong about sideloading
By Alex Dobie last updated
Apple's most recent argument against sideloading, or allowing third-party app stores, doesn't stand up to scrutiny.
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The case for a Google Pixel Flip
By Alex Dobie published
A larger form factor foldable isn't the only way ahead for the Pixel series.
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From the Editor's Desk: Making sense of the Google Pixel Tablet
By Alex Dobie published
Trying to figure out what's going on with Google's new slate? Maybe think 'Nest,' not 'Pixel.'
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We've already used the first Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 superphone
By Alex Dobie published
The ASUS ROG SM8475 Engineering Device gives us a few clues about what to expect from the next generation of gaming phones.
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OnePlus Nord Buds review: Cheap price, rich sound
By Alex Dobie published
Budget buds prove you don't need to break the bank to get the features that matter.
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Here's what Elon Musk could've bought for $44 billion instead of Twitter
By Alex Dobie published
Musk will buy the angry social screaming app for a huge pile of cash — but there were so many other options.
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How to stop foreground services from the notification drawer in Android 13
By Alex Dobie published
Android 13 adds a new feature that lets you easily keep tabs on apps that might be consuming resources in the background.
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From the Editor's Desk: Getting to know the Huawei MateBook E
By Alex Dobie published
A few weeks using Huawei's latest convertible has me convinced that Android still has plenty of ground to make up when it comes to tablets.
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Android 13 is Google's low-key but important follow-up to 12L
By Alex Dobie published
As Android 13 approaches public beta status, there's a lot to look forward to in the next version of the OS.
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OnePlus 10, Pro, and Ultra: Everything you need to know about OnePlus's latest flagships
By Alex Dobie, Michael L Hicks published
The OnePlus 10 Pro has arrived, but what about the baseline OnePlus 10? And is it true the brand will release its first Ultra? Here's what we know.
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From the Editor's Desk: Why are there so many Android betas?
By Alex Dobie published
The branding of Google's next Android releases may be confusing, but more beta testing is a good thing for everyone.
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Catch AC's Alex Dobie and MrMobile on the Seriously? podcast!
By Alex Dobie last updated
Will 5G seriously change the world? Join Alex, Michael Fisher and John McCann of TechRadar on the Seriously? podcast for hot takes on the latest cellular tech.
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Apple iPhone SE (2022) vs. Samsung Galaxy S22
By Alex Dobie published
Versus Apple's new iPhone SE brings the heat to the Android flagships with speedy A15 chip, but falls behind in photography and design.
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Huawei P50 Pocket review: The fashion-forward flip phone
By Alex Dobie published
Huawei's flip phone comes with some compromises, but a fun design and great feature set shines through.
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Best Sony phones 2022
By Alex Dobie, Namerah Saud Fatmi last updated
We've rounded up the top Sony phones from one of the more overlooked Android phone makers.
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It sure sounds like OnePlus is working on a foldable phone
By Alex Dobie published
OnePlus is working with Google on features in OxygenOS 13 for foldable phones, the company has told Android Central in an interview.
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Huawei's 'Super Device' is greater than the sum of its parts
By Alex Dobie published
Huawei's Super Device allows you to bring together multiple devices in a seamless way. You can conveniently run phone apps on PC, draw with a Huawei M Pencil across two screens, and more.
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Huawei P50 Pro review: Tough sell
By Alex Dobie published
The P50 Pro is a phenomenal little photo-taking machine, but the lack of 5G and an outdated processor, plus an expensive price tag, make it a tough sell.
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Let's talk about the 'Nothing phone'
By Alex Dobie last updated
Success is far from guaranteed, but if Carl Pei's new startup makes an Android phone it could be one of the most interesting handsets of 2022.
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