Daniel Bader
Daniel Bader was a former Android Central Editor-in-Chief and Executive Editor for iMore and Windows Central.
Latest articles by Daniel Bader

Tell us how you use Voice Assistants and you could win a $150 Amazon Gift Card!
By Daniel Bader last updated

Philips Hue 3.0 is the smart light update you've been waiting for [Update]
By Daniel Bader last updated
Philips has given its Android app a little redesign, and it’s now easier to do... everything.

Spotify's web service is down for many people (Update: Working again)
By Daniel Bader last updated
Spotify isn't having a great Monday morning.

Budget vs. Mid-range vs. Premium: Exploring the different phone categories
By Daniel Bader last updated
The budget and mid-range phone space is full of great phones, so does that make you less likely to buy a flagship?

Sonos Roam review: Into the unknown
By Daniel Bader published
Sonos is back with its latest speaker, and it's smaller and more versatile than anything the company's put out before.

With its own silicon, Google can finally build the perfect 'camera' phone
By Daniel Bader published
Google's Whitechapel silicon, expected to launch with the Pixel 6, won't be a powerhouse, but it will pave the way for Google to reclaim its photography crown.

Lenovo Smart Clock review: The bedside alarm that gets you
By Daniel Bader last updated
There’s a lot to like about Lenovo's nicely-designed, accessible beside alarm clock with Google Assistant support.

OPPO Find X3 Pro review: Under the microscope
By Daniel Bader last updated
OPPO's latest flagship is a beautiful piece of glass and metal that you probably won't be able to buy.

BlackBerry KEYone review: Coming home
By Daniel Bader last updated
Come for the keyboard, stay for the battery life. You already know if this is your next phone.

Moto G5 Plus review: The new standard for budget phones
By Daniel Bader last updated
The Moto G5 Plus is probably your best best for an under-$250 smartphone, but you'll have to spend closer to $300 for a bit of future-proofing.

Soundcore Liberty Air 2 Pro review: Sounds about right
By Daniel Bader published
Soundcore isn't a household brand just yet, but Anker's headphone division is making a name for itself as the producer of the best-sounding true wireless earbuds under $150.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus review: Fourth time's a charm
By Daniel Bader last updated
Samsung's Galaxy Buds Plus take everything that was good about the originals and amplifies them. But it also gets rid of nearly every issue last year's model had.

Samsung Galaxy S20+ review: Discontinued, but still great
By Daniel Bader published
The Galaxy S20+ is just right, the best of the new series' size, weight and capabilities. It may be pricey, but it's incredible value and overall the best phone you can buy right now.

Nest Thermostat long-term review: A smarter buy
By Daniel Bader last updated
The Nest Thermostat isn't the best thermostat Nest makes, but it's an essential piece of the smart home for someone who doesn't want to spend hundreds of dollars for the privilege.

Diablo Immortal hands-on: Fun as hell on Android and iPhone
By Daniel Bader last updated
It's taken two years, but Diablo Immortal is finally playable, but only in Australia. Still, it's really good.

Jabra Elite 85t add adjustable ANC and improved sound quality to the best wireless earbuds
By Daniel Bader last updated
Jabra is back, and the sequel to its popular Elite 75t is a pair of ANC true wireless earbuds with wireless charging, 12mm drivers, and a couple of compromises.

Jabra Elite Active 75t review: Run this town
By Daniel Bader last updated
Jabra's latest sports-oriented truly wireless earbuds hit all the right strides, even if the finish is a little shaky.

Google Pixel Buds second opinion: A genuine triumph with one damning flaw
By Daniel Bader last updated
Google has never shied away from a fight, and the second version of the Pixel Buds are the kind of sequel you like to see.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus hands-on review: Hearing the future
By Daniel Bader last updated
Samsung's newest true wireless earbuds are familiar but feature subtle improvements.

Jabra Elite 85h review: These noise-canceling headphones are a joy to use
By Daniel Bader last updated
Jabra is becoming increasingly relevant in the headphone space, and the Elite 85h prove the company is here to stay.
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