Latest articles by Jerry Hildenbrand
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?
Ask Jerry Have a question about the tech in your life? If so, maybe we can get them answered!
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.
Ask Jerry: Is iOS more secure than Android?
Ask Jerry Have a question about the tech in your life? If so, maybe we can get them answered!
Google needs to build a new Nest Hub with Gemini Nano
Android & Chill An improved Nest Hub with on-device AI would shake up the home assistant market. Google could do it, but will it?
Best smart light switches that don't require a neutral wire in 2024
For older homes No neutral wire in your switch box? We have you covered. Here are the smart light switch brands that work without a neutral wire to constantly power them.
How much RAM does your Android phone actually need in 2024?
Thanks for the memory You don't need a lot of RAM in a phone, but you probably will want to have a good bit of it.
If TikTok is banned, a VPN may not be the solution you're looking for
Tick, tock ... If TikTok gets banned, a VPN may work if you want to connect inside the U.S., but only if the government isn't serious.
Ask Jerry: When it's time to buy a new phone
Ask Jerry Using a phone as long as you can is a great idea. But eventually, you just have to upgrade.
Why is net neutrality so important?
Android & Chill The FCC has voted to restore net neutrality regulations and has classified the broadband data providers as a "Title II telecommunications service." Here's why that matters.
Does it help to force close apps on your phone?
How it works Your phone's operating system manages apps and resources on it's own, and it's pretty good at doing it.
Ask Jerry: What to do when your phone is acting up
Ask Jerry When your phone has hardware issues, where to get help depends on a few things.
The big lie of sustainable tech
Android & Chill Tech companies love to throw out words like sustainable. The products they sell are anything but.
The ultimate guide to Android security: Everything you need to know
Stay safe! Your phone is filled with private and potentially sensitive data about your life. Here's what you need to know about how it all works.
What is virtual RAM, and should you use it?
Life in the slow lane Your phone might have a feature claiming to add virtual memory. How does that work and is it something you need?
Ask Jerry: How to fight email spam
Ask Jerry Spam in your inbox is a pain and nobody wants to see it. But you do have ways to deal with it.
Mobile broadband and 5G is still a mess
Android & Chill Years later, the state of high-speed internet in North America is still less than ideal for many.
Two-factor authentication (2FA): Everything you need to know
It's really me You should use two-factor authentication (2FA) on every account that offers it. Here's an explainer of what it is and why you want it.
How does Google's new Find My Device network actually work, and why should you care?
Lost and Found Google has offered a way to locate lost phones for years, but the feature has seen a big update that makes it a lot better.
