Andrew Myrick
Andrew's way into tech started all the way back with the Atari 2600, progressing his way through various consoles throughout the years. Everything changed for him when he got his hands on the iPhone 3G before switching over to Android with the HTC Evo 4G. Since then, he's tried almost every kind of tech that he can get his hands on. Little has changed over the years, as much of his time is spent with different gaming handhelds, foldable phones, Chromebooks, tablets, and even a bit of VR sprinkled in. With more than a decade of time spent writing about tech, he takes a "Jack of all trades" approach to whatever he can get his hands on. His weekly column, Beyond the Alphabet, attempts to look at the world of tech both within and beyond the confines of Google's Mountain View campus. That includes figuring out new ways to get work done with various devices, along with deciphering the impact of the hardware and software that we rely on every day. You can always count on him to have at least two phones on him and there's a good chance he'll have a charger for you to use if your phone is running out of juice.
Latest articles by Andrew Myrick

As Android innovation grows, has Apple lost its touch?
By Andrew Myrick published
Beyond the Alphabet Something's gone awry within the walled garden.

I went hands-on with the latest Samsung and Lenovo Chromebooks, and I'm excited
By Andrew Myrick published
Exciting times Alongside the announcement of new features coming to ChromeOS, the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus and Lenovo Chromebook Duet 3 were also introduced.

Verizon restores its network after major outage
By Andrew Myrick last updated
It's not just you Verizon Wireless experienced a nationwide outage that left users in SOS mode. The company has since restored its network.

Tablet sales are on the rise, and there's never been a better time to buy one
By Andrew Myrick published
Beyond the Alphabet Tablets are picking up steam while everything else flatlines, and while that's surprising, there are a few good reasons why it might be happening.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra hands-on: AI on the big screen
By Andrew Myrick published
Premium, refined. Just as we suspected.

Samsung Galaxy S24 FE hands-on: Toeing a fine line
By Andrew Myrick published
After spending some time with the Galaxy S24 FE, it's obvious this belongs in Samsung's lineup. What's less obvious is whether it's as much of a value proposition as it's being marketed as.

Ayaneo Pocket Air Review: A good starting point
By Andrew Myrick published
Beyond the Alphabet It checks most of the boxes, and then some.

Best Google Home compatible devices 2025: Google Assistant smart devices
By Andrew Myrick last updated
Make your Assistant do it Google Assistant helps you control smart home devices and services with just your voice. Here are some of the best options to level up your voice assistant game.

The Huawei Mate XT is a feat of engineering, but is a tri-fold phone necessary?
By Andrew Myrick published
What's the point? Are we really ready for tri-fold phones?

You don't have to wait for Black Friday to save big on a foldable phone
By Andrew Myrick published
Flip for cheap Take advantage of Motorola's "Harvest Sale."

Everything the iPhone 16 and Apple Watch Series 10 stole from Android
By Andrew Myrick published
Are the lines between the iPhone and Android phones getting more and more blurred? It sure feels that way, especially with Apple's announcement of the iPhone 16 and Apple Watch Series 10.

It's time for a new wave of Chromebooks
By Andrew Myrick published
Beyond the Alphabet Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite chips have been available on Windows laptops for a few months, but we're wondering whether Chromebooks will be able to join in the fun.

How to take a screenshot on the Google Pixel
By Andrew Myrick, Namerah Saud Fatmi published
Instant Capture It's easy to take a screenshot on the Google Pixel, but finding them can sometimes be challenging. Here's how to do both!

Best drawing apps for Android
By Andrew Myrick, Namerah Saud Fatmi last updated
Paint a picture These drawing apps bring all of the fun without any of the mess made by traditional art mediums.

Apple and Samsung can't hold a candle to Google's Magic Eraser
By Andrew Myrick published
Beyond the Alphabet Apple Clean Up is trying to take on Google's Magic Eraser and Samsung's Object Eraser. But if there's one thing that's clear, it's that Google doesn't have anything to worry about.

How to use Google Keep to 'Help me create a list'
By Andrew Myrick published
Enjoy the help Google is continuing to implement its Gemini AI into more first-party apps, including Google Keep. Now, you can tap a button, enter a prompt, and have Gemini make a list for you.

Does the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold support stylus input?
By Andrew Myrick published
Time for a stylus? It's just not in the cards, for now.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 review: Master of refinements
By Andrew Myrick published
Is the magic back? Is this the last stop on the Z Fold train?

How to update your Pixel Watch
By Andrew Myrick last updated
Pixel update When you update your Pixel watch, you get the latest features and security patches to help keep it safe. Here are the easy steps to follow.

Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold: Rumors and everything we want to see
By Andrew Myrick published
What's next? With the Pixel 10 Pro Fold, Google has a chance to make an even bigger splash than it did with the 9 Pro Fold. Now, we just have to see whether the company will innovate, or stay put.

Google's current Pixel lineup is more convoluted than ever
By Andrew Myrick published
Beyond the Alphabet How did Google go from releasing one or two phones per year to having a total of seven in its current lineup of offerings? It's pure madness, but here's how Google can trim the fat.

Should you upgrade to the Google Pixel Watch 3?
By Andrew Myrick published
Is it time? Has Google done enough to warrant an upgrade?

Should you upgrade to the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold?
By Andrew Myrick published
Is it time? To fold or not to fold?

Google Pixel Watch 3 hands-on: Hitting the right stride
By Andrew Myrick published
Third time's a charm? The only device that can almost match my excitement for Google's latest foldable is the Pixel Watch 3. It might not be the flashiest of the bunch, but Google is clearly fine-tuning the formula.
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