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
I'm not buying the Galaxy S24, and Galaxy AI is to blame
By Andrew Myrick published
Beyond the Alphabet I don't need in-app purchases to use my phone.
Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus vs. iPhone 15 Pro: Which should you buy?
By Andrew Myrick published
Plus vs. Pro A battle of the mid-tier flagships.
HP's latest Chromebooks are 'purpose-built' to get beat up
By Andrew Myrick published
Fast and rugged There weren't many Chromebook announcements during CES 2024, but that didn't stop HP from showing off a few new options that will be coming soon.
Lenovo should've used ChromeOS instead of Windows with its latest hybrid device
By Andrew Myrick published
Beyond the Alphabet Lenovo's ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid has an obnoxious name, but besides running Windows, it's the perfect multi-OS device. Now, I just have to hope for a version to be released with ChromeOS.
ChromeOS 120 is equipped with some rather useful productivity features
By Andrew Myrick published
Minor, but helpful Google is rolling out ChromeOS 120, bringing with it a better way to switch between your Virtual Desks, and more.
If history repeats itself, the Google Pixel may end up in the graveyard
By Andrew Myrick published
Beyond the Alphabet It's hard not to be excited and infatuated with the Pixel 8 and 8 Pro. But, we've been here before and didn't know we were being let down until years later.
The ASUS ExpertBook CX54 Chromebook Plus is already setting the bar high for 2024
By Andrew Myrick published
Wow We're expecting big things from Chromebooks in 2024, and if this hands-on with the ExpertBook CX54 Chromebook Plus is anything to go by, that's exactly what we'll be getting.
What I want to see from ChromeOS and Chromebooks in 2024
By Andrew Myrick published
Looking ahead This was a great year for Chromebooks and the overall ChromeOS platform. But there are a few things I'm hoping to see come over the course of 2024.
Andrew Myrick's Top 10 of 2023
By Andrew Myrick published
Looking to the future This was a year that I'll never forget.
ASUS brings Intel's new Core Ultra 7 processor to its latest Chromebook
By Andrew Myrick published
Ultra Chromebook If you were hoping for 2024 to bring more exciting Chromebooks, you're in luck as ASUS is already swinging for the fences.
Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (2023) review: The very definition of Chromebook Plus
By Andrew Myrick published
The best? It's the flagship Chromebook Plus model in everything but its name.
Pimax Portal review: A Nintendo Switch with VR aspirations
By Andrew Myrick published
Promises Gaming handhelds have exploded in popularity, and the market is quickly getting saturated. Pimax looks to stand above the crowd with its Portal handset, but, it's not that simple.
I built a Frankenstein Framework Chromebox 'for science,' but it wasn't easy
By Andrew Myrick published
Beyond the Alphabet Framework helped me rediscover my love for tinkering around with things, even if it took me months to actually get things working.
Retroid announces the Pocket 4 and Pocket 4 Pro, but you'll have to wait to get one
By Andrew Myrick published
Looking good With the Retroid Pocket 4 and Pocket 4 Pro, we're looking at two rather impressive gaming handhelds for under $200.
Beeper Mini is up and running again, with a couple of key changes
By Andrew Myrick published
It's back, for now The cat-and-mouse game has begun.
Google Pixel Tablet 2: Specs, rumors, and what we want to see
By Andrew Myrick published
On deck Let's just hope that Google isn't "one and done" with the Pixel Tablet.
Google's Gemini is still playing catchup, but it promises a bright future
By Andrew Myrick published
With the Gemini launch under its belt, Google can now set its sights on closing the gap to ChatGPT and Microsoft.
iMessage app for Android has seemingly already been killed by Apple
By Andrew Myrick published
True colors There was hope for those who want to enjoy what iMessage has to offer without leaving Android. But, Apple just slammed the door shut.
Beeper Mini is 'several magnitudes better than all competitors,' says CEO
By Andrew Myrick published
Beyond the Alphabet This app provides a genuine and secure solution.
How to use iMessage on Android with Beeper Mini
By Andrew Myrick published
This is the way Beeper Mini is now the easiest way to use iMessage on Android. It's fast, simple, and is your best option if you want to get blue bubbles without switching to an iPhone.
Google Gemini is here to set the stage for AI models in 2024 and beyond
By Andrew Myrick published
Gemini is here After being announced at I/O 2023, Google Gemini has officially been unveiled. It's comprised of three different versions, and you can start using Gemini Pro today!
Beeper Mini turns your Android phone into an iPhone for iMessage
By Andrew Myrick published
A simple solution This might be "the one," even with RCS on iOS support coming next year.
Google's 'most important product launch of the year' reportedly delayed until January
By Andrew Myrick published
Better late than never It's so close, yet, so far away.
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