Tom Westrick
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WhatsApp is unveiling its own emoji, but they look a lot like the iPhone's
By Tom Westrick last updated
WhatsApp has unveiled its own emoji, starting with the Android app.
Action Launcher 27 brings more color and transparency options to your Android home screen
By Tom Westrick last updated
The latest version of Action Launcher will bring even more color options for App Shortcuts and Notification Dots.
ASUS commits to Android O, less bloat for the Zenfone 3 and 4 series
By Tom Westrick last updated
ASUS's 2016 and 2017 lineup will receive Android 8.0...eventually.
Google says Oreo will roll out to some partner devices by the end of the year
By Tom Westrick last updated
Google has been working with its partners to get the Oreo update out by the end of the year.
Instant Apps now on 500 million Android devices
By Tom Westrick last updated
Instant Apps now available on 500 million Android devices.
Users are having various Bluetooth issues after upgrading to Oreo
By Tom Westrick last updated
Users are reporting numerous Bluetooth issues after upgrading to Android Oreo.
How to enable spoken announcements in Google Fit
By Tom Westrick last updated
It's reasonable to want to keep track of your progress. With Google Fit, you don't even need to open your phone to keep things in track!
How to measure calories or kilojoules burned in Google Fit
By Tom Westrick last updated
Knowing how much energy you're burning is an important component of losing weight. Google Fit makes that super easy to track!
How to factory reset your Lenovo Mirage Solo
By Tom Westrick last updated
Bugs happen, and mistakes happen. Sometimes the best fix is a factory reset.
Developers will soon be able to write and test Android apps on Chrome OS with Android Studio
By Tom Westrick last updated
Developers will soon be able to write Android apps right from their Chromebooks.
The Nokia 8 is now official
By Tom Westrick last updated
Nokia's first Android flagship is officially official.
MetroPCS launches an impressive suite of unlimited plans
By Tom Westrick last updated
MetroPCS is taking after its T-Mobile parent company by offering a pretty great set of unlimited data plans that get better the more people are added.
Google invests in Neverware, the company that puts Chrome OS on old computers
By Tom Westrick last updated
Google has invested in Neverware, a company that converts old Windows PCs to run Chrome OS.
The Moto X4 could be part of Android One
By Tom Westrick last updated
Android One is expanding, and it looks like the Moto X4 will be a part of that family.
How to share screenshots from your Lenovo Mirage Solo
By Tom Westrick last updated
Lenovo's Mirage Solo doesn't let you take screenshots in traditional methods, so you'll need to get creative.
How to clean your Lenovo Mirage Solo
By Tom Westrick last updated
Don't be the gross person with a smelly VR headset. Clean it regularly!
How to use Bluetooth headphones or speakers with your Lenovo Mirage Solo headset
By Tom Westrick last updated
It's not officially supported, but you can set up Bluetooth headphones or speakers with the Lenovo Mirage Solo.
iFixit is now selling parts straight from Motorola
By Tom Westrick last updated
Thanks to a new partnership with iFixit, you can give new life to your old Moto phon, and know that you're using legit parts.
Google Assistant vs. Cortana: Which is better for you?
By Tom Westrick last updated
Stuck choosing between Microsoft's Cortana and Google Assistant? Here's how they stack up with each other!
Here's every device with Google Assistant built in
By Tom Westrick last updated
Want to use Google Assistant in more places? This is every device you can use it with!
Bluetooth functionality now live for Google Home
By Tom Westrick last updated
Google Home users can now pair Bluetooth devices to the speaker.
Chrome Remote Desktop: Everything you need to know
By Tom Westrick last updated
Chrome Remote Desktop is a great, free way to remotely access a computer.
It's time to factory reset your phone
By Tom Westrick last updated
Is your phone acting up? A factory reset may help it!
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