Latest articles by Brady Snyder
Fitbit may eventually become a pre-installed app on Android phones
The right fit? The launch of the Oppo Find X8 series hints that the Fitbit app might become a core part of the Android experience.
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau finalizes rule to supervise apps like Google Wallet
Watchdog Big tech companies ended up creating "critical financial tool," hence why the CFPB wants oversight.
Upgrading to a new phone? Android can now keep your apps signed in after restoring from a backup
Smarter switching Google finally figured out a way to save your app login status when switching to a new device.
Australia wants to impose the strictest social media ban for kids yet
Hammer down The hard and fast proposed changes would ban all kids under 16 from social media, regardless of parental consent.
YouTube Music's Now Playing controls are moved around in latest test
Switch around YouTube is testing a fresh look for YouTube Music playback controls, and they're inspired by the main YouTube app.
I ditched my Apple and Galaxy watches for a Garmin, and you should too
I've converted After switching to one of Garmin’s best smartwatches, I can’t go back to my Apple Watch Ultra or Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic.
Google's Android 16 release schedule shakeup is all about helping its competitors
Even playing field It'll be easier for Android's partner OEMs to ship timely updates and line up releases with new products.
Android could steal a crucial iOS 18 feature that helps curb motion sickness
Too much motion If you get motion sickness while using your phone in the car, this Android leak might be exactly what you need.
Android 16 Developer Preview 1 supports the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro — here's why it matters
One more? Despite receiving all its guaranteed OS updates, the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro are getting Android 16 Developer Preview 1.
Android 16 Developer Preview 1 is here with new features and a snappier release timeline
It’s here! The company is also planning two major SDK releases in 2025.
Not a typo: Samsung’s brand-new Galaxy S24 FE is ALREADY $175 off ahead of Black Friday
Discounts already?! Best Buy is already slashing the price of one of our favorite midrangers, and you can save up to $275 with activation.
How to remove people and pets from Memories in Google Photos
Curated collections With a few taps, you can make sure unwanted people or pets don't appear in the Memories tab of Google Photos.
VPN by Google could finally come to the Pixel Tablet in Android 15 QPR2
At last? VPN by Google currently only supports certain Pixel phones, but the Pixel Tablet could join their ranks soon.
Android 15 is rolling out to the OnePlus Pad 2 this week, here's what's new
Quick update The OnePlus Pad 2 becomes the first tablet not made by Google to get Android 15.
Google will tell you just how long you've been scrolling with new 'screen time reminders'
Stop scrolling These new "occasional" reminders are starting to appear on Pixels and other Android phones.
Google Docs now uses Imagen 3 for custom image generation, but there’s a catch
Helping hands You can now ask Gemini to generate custom images that'll liven up your Google Doc.
T-Mobile kills the T-Mobile app in favor of T-Life
new everything app T-Mobile has seemingly gone all-in on the T-Life app, as the original T-Mobile app is now unavailable.
Real-time Scam Detection is rolling out now in Google Phone app beta
Scam stoppers One of Google I/O's best features is officially hitting beta testers now.
The first Google TV Streamer update lets you manually choose an audio output format
Better sound You'll want to update your Google TV Steamer to pick a custom audio output format.
Google to stop showing political ads, paid YouTube promotions in the EU next year
Pull the plug Google says the requirements coming with the regulation on Transparency and Targeting of Political Advertising (TTPA) are challenging.
Google Photos drops Partner Sharing support for photos from other Android apps
It's hard to share Partner Sharing lets you instantly share your Google Photos library with someone else, but now it won't work with external photos.
Years later, Spotify still says it's working on 'Super Premium' with lossless audio
Tough sell Spotify wants you to pay more for features that are already included by its competitors.
The Samsung Galaxy S25 will be exclusively powered by Snapdragon 8 Elite, leaker claims
No exynos If you thought the Samsung Galaxy S25 might be powered by Exynos silicon in your region, this leak might be a pleasant surprise.
