Andrew Romero is a North Carolina-based journalist specializing in Android and Google news, reviews, and in-depth analysis. With a keen eye for detail honed from his previous career as a CNC machinist, Andrew possesses a unique appreciation for hardware and the intricate engineering behind the technology we use daily.
He brings this passion to his coverage, offering insightful perspectives on the latest devices, software updates, and the evolving Google ecosystem. When he’s not diving into the world of tech, Andrew can be found tackling the trails on his mountain bike, enjoying the natural beauty of his home state of North Carolina alongside his wife.
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Samsung stuck to its set pattern and released a Classic edition for the Galaxy Watch 8 series two years after the last model. But what’s actually different between the more traditional Watch 6 Classic and Samsung’s newest flagship? Does it come down to software alone, or is it worth it to make the jump a couple of generations?
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As expensive as YouTube TV’s NFL Sunday Ticket package is, it’s no wonder some users seem to be cancelling their subscriptions halfway through the year. User reports indicate that cancellations are causing discounts to show up in their inboxes.
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Getting the newest devices in and the latest version of Android on-device go hand-in-hand, but Samsung’s newest Galaxy watch 8 isn’t exactly ready to handle the latest beta version of Android.
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In the wake of several years where Samsung had decidedly changed very little in the way of device thickness, the company has officially reached a halfway point. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 is half the size of the original Galaxy Fold, and that’s something to celebrate.
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Hot on the heels of the official release of One UI Watch 8 for the Galaxy Watch 8 series, Samsung is now showing signs of expansion into older models. The Galaxy Watch 4 is now expected to get Samsung’s Wear OS 6 update after some uncertainty on that front.
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Right now, during Samsung’s boosted trade-in deals, the company is offering a brand-new Galaxy Watch Ultra model. Even though color and storage are all that’s changed, you can trade in your old Galaxy Watch Ultra and still lose money.
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The Galaxy Watch 8 series offers a lot, whether you think it looks fantastic or not. Samsung’s pre-order event has Galaxy Watch 8 and Watch 8 Classic trade-in values boosted for a limited time. Here are the big takeaways.
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The Galaxy Z Fold 7, Flip 7, and Flip FE are all available to pre-order from Samsung or other storefronts. This guide will break down each pre-order site to find the best deal for Samsung’s new foldables, as well as where you can get great value for your trade-ins.
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During Galaxy Unpacked, Samsung noted that, amongst rumors that Galaxy AI would eventually take on a subscription model, the company has no plans to charge for certain Galaxy AI features.
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The Now Bar has been around since One UI 7, when it launched with the Galaxy S25 series. Without support for third-party apps, Samsung’s Now Bar has felt like an underbaked lock screen function. According to Samsung, that’s set to change soon.
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The Galaxy Watch 8 series is finally official. Amongst some serious design changes, Samsung has added a slew of features with Wear OS 6, including the addition of the Now Bar.
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The Galaxy Z series has long since been a little out of reach for consumers, placing the devices in the higher price range. What Samsung has done is finally bring one of its foldable devices within arm’s reach by creating an FE model. The Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE is officially a reality.
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Sharing photos has always been easy, but a little inconvenient in Android. The Photo Picker allows for recent photos to be shared, but it never offered a concise way to share specific images in a hurry. An update to the Photo Picker may change that with a search bar for quicker selection.
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Samsung is setting the stage for the Galaxy Z Fold 7, Flip 7, and Flip FE launch – literally – and leaks are still pouring in. The latest leaks indicate that Samsung’s new Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 foldable phones will launch with Android 16, becoming the first Samsung devices to run the new OS.
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As Samsung fans prepare for the launch of the Galaxy Watch 8 series, overall trends indicate that the company is failing to keep up with competing OEMs as they release new smartwatches.
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The Pixel 6a will receive an involuntary update next week that will significantly affect battery life due to reports of battery issues. Prior to that rollout, Google removed all OTA and factory images for the Pixel 6a.
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While Samsung has been teasing its AI-powered Ballie since 2020, it was thought that the company would actually launch the robot this summer. New reports from industry sources indicate that Samsung’s Ballie may be struggling with an identity crisis, and another delay is to follow.
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A jury is ordering Google to pay $314.6 million in damages for acquiring and misusing data from Android users in California without their permission.
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Nothing has broken away from the LED-laden rear panel that users love, and has introduced the Nothing Phone (3) with something called a “Glyph Matrix.” The new display technically offers more than Nothing’s previous phones, including interaction with proprietary games.
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As Android 16 is set to reinforce the Security and Privacy page, Samsung is looking to add its own changes in One UI 8. This comes as new APK teardowns indicate a coming “Alert Center” feature.
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Wear OS 6 is now available for the Galaxy Watch series in the form of Samsung’s One UI 8 beta update. The new software will offer a few changes, including serious health suite features.
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New rumors indicate that Samsung may drop the S Pen digitizer in the Galaxy S26 Ultra in favor of a new method. Doing so would mean the company could start delivering devices with Qi2 magnetic backs.
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Some think that Galaxy Watches need to be more stylish, and that Samsung needs to do more. Others take things into their own hands. This one user turned his Galaxy Watch into a Panerai timepiece, and it only cost $1,200.
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Samsung seems to be more excited about the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7 in what feels like a larger capacity than last year’s launches, and the free reservation slots are back with a guaranteed $50 credit and extra savings. Here’s how to sign up to reserve the Galaxy Z Fold 7 or Flip 7.
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