Latest articles by Jerry Hildenbrand
What is Lockdown mode, and why would you need it?
No thanks Lockdown mode requires a PIN or password to unlock your phone the next time it's used. Know how to do it and why you might want to before you need it.
Ask Jerry: Can my phone give me cancer?
Ask Jerry Have a question about the tech in your life? If so, maybe we can get them answered!
Apple's outsourcing to OpenAI is a very 'un-Appley' move, but it works
Android & Chill Apple could have built its own version of ChatGPT but it didn't. Now it has to rely on the competition for it.
What is a 'spatial audio' phone call, and do we need this?
3D sound 5G Advanced is the next overhaul of cellular communications, and one thing included is a means for spatial audio over voice and video calls. What?
Ask Jerry: Does fast charging hurt my battery?
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Overreacting is easy, but it will never fix any real problems
Android & Chill It's fine to hate what companies like Adobe and Meta do with your information, but you still have some control over it all.
The Tensor G4 is a key piece of Google's smartphone vision
Not like other phones When it comes to phones, Google thinks it can do better than others and the tensor G4 is proof of it. Will consumers agree?
Ask Jerry: Making sense of Android's Location Settings
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I'm sick of AI
Android & Chill AI has moved away from being a useful addition and entered the realm of stupidity. Is this ever going to end?
Aopen Chromebox Mini 2: What is an 'Enterprise' Chromebox?
Enterprise grade The Aopen Chromebox Mini 2 does everything a Chromebox should but is built for reliability. It's perfect for commercial use.
Ask Jerry: Why does iMessage need to support RCS?
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Best tips for extending the life of your phone's battery
Battery care How do I make sure my phone's battery lasts as long as possible?
Google Search AI Overview sucks because you love to shitpost
Android & Chill If Google wants to fix its AI Search, it has to teach it to be an expert at everything.
The Google Gemini app still isn't available for some phones. Why not?
Mixed messages Google makes a lot of fuss about how great its new products are but leaves many people waiting for their chance to try them.
Ask Jerry: Why doesn't Apple sell iOS to other companies?
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Google's new AI future will need to balance cool new features with privacy
Android & Chill Google always shows us amazing things but often has privacy as an afterthought. It can't do it this time.
What is a VPN? How they work and why you need one
Security and privacy A VPN could be your key to a more secure and safe online experience where you get to watch what you want, when you want, wherever you are.
Only Google can make cool AI features look boring
ZZZZZZZzzzzzzzz Even at a developer conference, the keynote presentation needs some pizzazz.
8 important considerations when switching to an MVNO
Do your homework! Going prepaid is a great idea, but there are many things you need to know. Here are some of the important considerations when switching to an MVNO.
Ask Jerry: What is FCC certification, and why do phones need it?
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Only $499 for the Pixel 8a is crazy. How can Google do it?
Android & Chill Google has packed premium phone specs into a budget price tag and isn't going to lose any money doing it.
The Rabbit R1 may suck, but it's not 'just an app'
Something else The Rabbit R1 is not a device I want or would recommend, but it's more than just an app.
