Jay Bonggolto
Jay Bonggolto always keeps a nose for news. He has been writing about consumer tech and apps for as long as he can remember, and he has used a variety of Android phones since falling in love with Jelly Bean. When he's not writing, he likes to spend time outside, stealing scenes with his phone camera. Send him a direct message via Twitter or LinkedIn.
Latest articles by Jay Bonggolto
Instagram is rolling out a restricted version of its app for teens
By Jay Bonggolto published
teen-ified Instagram Instagram is rolling out Teen Accounts to automatically add built-in protections for teens, giving parents peace of mind about their online safety.
Google Contacts just gave its contact creation a fresh coat of paint
By Jay Bonggolto published
simpler than ever Google Contacts is now rolling out its revamped contact creation page to more users.
Your old Fitbit and Pixel Watches are picking up a free Fitbit Premium health feature
By Jay Bonggolto published
a sweet upgrade Level up your fitness routine with the free Daily Readiness Score on your older Fitbit or Pixel Watch.
Android 15 brings lock screen widgets back to life on tablets
By Jay Bonggolto published
long-awaited return Lock screen widgets have finally returned on Android 15 QPR1 Beta 2 for tablets.
Google is making it harder to sideload apps on Android
By Jay Bonggolto published
limited option Android apps can now demand downloads through Google Play, putting the brakes on sideloading.
The Galaxy S24 FE could see a price bump that no one’s asking for
By Jay Bonggolto published
Not cool Bad news for budget-friendly Galaxy fans: The S24 FE might be getting pricier.
Oppo's next flagship phone makes a surprise appearance before its official debut
By Jay Bonggolto published
live pics The Oppo Find X8 might take a page from Apple's playbook with a Dynamic Island-inspired notification center, as shown in a real-world image.
The OnePlus 13 is making its debut way sooner than expected
By Jay Bonggolto published
coming real soon The OnePlus 13 is arriving in October with a top-tier chipset.
TCL's NXTPAPER phones just got a refresh, and they're killing it this time
By Jay Bonggolto published
e-ink vibe TCL's 50 NXTPAPER phones have a quick-access button for an easy switch to E-Ink mode.
Nubia’s new gaming tablet crushes the competition with a premium chipset and built-in fan
By Jay Bonggolto published
Unleash the beast The RedMagic Nova gaming tablet packs a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, 144Hz display, 10,000mAh battery, and a cooling system.
XGIMI’s new home projectors come with Google TV and Netflix built right in
By Jay Bonggolto published
stream with no hassle XGIMI new home projectors are brighter and won't break the bank.
Samsung's One UI 6.1.1 is finally here for these Galaxy phones
By Jay Bonggolto published
One UI party One UI 6.1.1 is rolling out to more Galaxy devices—check your phone for the update.
Samsung's new Galaxy Book 5 Pro brings together AI smarts and premium hardware
By Jay Bonggolto published
smart and stylish Samsung's Galaxy Book 5 Pro 360 is a beast with an Intel Core Ultra processor and 47 TOPS of NPU power.
IFA 2024: How to watch Honor's keynote and what to expect
By Jay Bonggolto published
a big lineup Honor is making waves at IFA 2024 with the Magic V3, MagicPad 2, Magicbook Art 14, and a new AI tech.
Android 15 is officially launching on Pixel phones near you
By Jay Bonggolto published
Finally! With the Pixel 9 series out, Android 15 is now officially here for everyone.
The Pixel Watch 3's Nest Cam streaming is coming to more Wear OS watches
By Jay Bonggolto published
nest cam from your wrist The Nest Cam live streaming feature isn't just for the Pixel Watch 3 anymore.
Google's Circle to Search is now your barcode and QR code scanner
By Jay Bonggolto published
level up Google's Circle to Search is leveling up with built-in barcode and QR code scanning.
The Honor Magic V3 packs a tiny message roasting Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold
By Jay Bonggolto published
mic-drop moment Honor playfully trolls Samsung with the 'world’s smallest apology' micro-engraved on its latest foldable.
Google Play Store update finally fixes a long-standing hassle with app updates
By Jay Bonggolto published
getting with the times Google’s finally catching up and letting you update all your apps at the same time.
Samsung says Galaxy Z Fold 6 paint is peeling due to unofficial chargers
By Jay Bonggolto published
backfire Samsung's charger-less decision is causing a paint peeling problem on its latest foldable phone.
AT&T fixed the software glitch that knocked out 911 for some wireless users
By Jay Bonggolto published
network glitch AT&T's network was down for a bit, but it's back online.
Pixel 9 Pro XL teardown shows some promising changes under the hood
By Jay Bonggolto published
easier to fix? Google doubled down on durability with the Pixel 9 Pro XL, making it twice as resilient as the Pixel 8.
Google Chat now lets you automate your favorite apps and services with IFTTT integration
By Jay Bonggolto published
Automate anything Google Chat is now more powerful than ever thanks to IFTTT and UKG Flow.
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