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

Best e-book apps for Android 2025
By Namerah Saud Fatmi, Andrew Myrick published
Paperless reading Love reading but don't have the space for books or time to go to the library? Take a look at the best e-book apps for Android.

TicWatch Pro 5 Enduro brings improved design and not much else for $349
By Andrew Myrick published
Lasts even longer Mobvoi's latest smartwatch arrives with the TicWatch Pro 5 Enduro. While it offers incredible battery life, it's still missing Wear OS 4.

Best Chromebook apps and Chromebook extensions in 2025
By Andrew Myrick published
Download these apps What makes a Chromebook really shine is the array of applications that you can download to get even more out of it.

Best Bluetooth keyboards for the Google Pixel Tablet 2025
By Andrew Myrick last updated
Tappity, tap It's surprising to see that Google isn't releasing a dedicated keyboard case for the Pixel Tablet. Thankfully, there are plenty of great Bluetooth keyboards out there to fill the void.

There's a problem in tech, and it's your fault
By Andrew Myrick published
You're to blame The introduction of AI-based hardware only amplifies a bigger issue.

Best mice for Chromebooks 2025
By Andrew Myrick last updated
Really nice mice Nothing beats a good mouse, not even a Chromebook trackpad.

The Ayaneo Pocket S is incredibly powerful and incredibly expensive
By Andrew Myrick published
Sleek and powerful Ayaneo has finally revealed the rest of the details regarding its upcoming Pocket S gaming handheld. But, you better get ready to empty your wallet if you want a luxurious Android gaming experience.

24 hours with Rabbit R1, and I'm not completely sold... yet
By Andrew Myrick published
This isn't Looney Tunes There's a new wave of devices with the Humane AI Pin and Rabbit R1 leading the charge. But, after spending a day with the R1, I'm left with more questions than answers.

We need an iPad Mini running Android
By Andrew Myrick published
Beyond the Alphabet Big tablets are great until they aren't.

Best Game Boy & Game Boy Advance emulators for Android
By Andrew Myrick last updated
Pika Pika! These emulators will turn your phone into a Game Boy to play all of your favorite classic games.

Best 'Works with Chromebook' accessories 2025
By Andrew Myrick last updated
Accessorize your Chromebook Your Chromebook is a productivity machine, and staying productive wherever you are also means having the right accessories to complete the experience.

Best password manager for Android 2025
By Andrew Myrick last updated
Everyone needs one Keeping your passwords and other information secure on your phone and computers is rule one for security, and these apps help you keep them well guarded.

Best refurbished phones 2025
By Andrew Myrick, Namerah Saud Fatmi last updated
Go green, save green Flagship phones are great. Paying full price for them isn’t. Refurbished phones let you get a flagship device for a fraction of the cost — and these are our favorites.

Google just changed forever
By Andrew Myrick published
This is huge A weird time for such a dramatic change.

Razer Kishi Ultra offers everything to turn you into a pro mobile gamer
By Andrew Myrick published
Ultra gaming In a market that continues to expand and grow, the Razer Kishi Ultra attempts to stand out from the crowd. We'll have to see if it manages to follow-through on those promises.

Acer's first Chromebook of 2024 is perfect for students
By Andrew Myrick published
New Chromebook Plus! Acer has announced its first new Chromebook for 2024 with the Chromebook Plus 514. There's not too much to write home about, other than the fact that it will provide a well-rounded experience.

Best photo editing apps for Android 2025
By Andrew Myrick last updated
Picture perfect If you wish to remove objects or people from an otherwise great photo, the best photo editing apps for Android will let you do it easily, and for free.

How to automatically unlock your Pixel with Watch Unlock
By Andrew Myrick published
Keep it close Watch Unlock finally makes it possible for you to quickly unlock your Pixel phone, provided that you're wearing a Pixel Watch.

Samsung should make DeX the default on tablets
By Andrew Myrick published
Beyond the Alphabet The default launcher on tablets isn't a great experience, especially when it comes to multitasking. But Samsung is working on something that might change that.

How to pair Bluetooth headphones to a Google Pixel Watch
By Andrew Myrick last updated
Leave the phone behind! If you want to leave your phone behind but still want to listen to music, you can actually pair your favorite Bluetooth headphones with the Pixel Watch directly.

First things to do with the Google Pixel Watch 2
By Andrew Myrick published
Get started The Google Pixel Watch 2 is a fantastic piece of hardware paired with ever-improving software. We've rounded up the first things to do with the Pixel Watch 2 to help get you started.

Samsung is much better at updates, and Google should take note
By Andrew Myrick published
Beyond the Alphabet Google is turning into Samsung's sidekick, and not the other way around.

The Onyx Boox Page is the ultimate reading companion
By Andrew Myrick published
Turn the Page There aren't very many 7-inch tablets worth consideration, but the Onyx Boox Page bucks that trend in a big way.
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