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Why Samsung won't fix the Galaxy S, even though it desperately needs to

I've been covering Android and other mobile technology for close to ten years now, with a specific interest in phone accessories, e-readers, and what makes each individual phone different from another ...
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Pixel phones keep getting better, so why do battery complaints still follow them?

I cover Android with a focus on productivity, automation, and Google’s ecosystem, including Gemini and everyday apps. With a background in engineering and software development, I tend to go beyond ...

I deleted Slack and Notion for this one minimalist app, and my brain feels quieter

Basecamp's streamlined approach helps me get more done with fewer distractions ...

I reviewed the Motorola Razr (2026), and I'm glad to leave it behind

During that time he has reviewed hundreds of smartphones and tablets, dozens of smartwatches, and a host of smart rings and ...

I convinced my partner to try Netflix’s mobile games, and they’re worth the subscription alone

To most people, the draw to a Netflix subscription is its large library of movies and TV shows, and more recently its ...

I turned on these exclusive privacy features, and suddenly my phone feels personal again

A surprising number of people I've come across in public read my phone screen without remorse. They don't look away until I physically lock my device or make stern eye contact to warn them. The ...
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I’ve been waiting all spring for the new Google Home smart speaker to finally drop

I've been an Android user for my entire smartphone-using life. I've been writing for Android Police since 2021 with a focus on smartphones, tablets, and smart home technology. In addition to writing ...
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My Gmail was a deadline graveyard until I added this simple Gemini connection

I've been writing about Android since 2011, with a focus on device reviews, Samsung and Google Pixel hardware, and the latest happenings in the ecosystem. In my entire writing career, I've reviewed ...
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I miss small phones too, but I would hate actually using one in 2026

I’ve been covering Android since 2023, when I joined Android Police, mostly focusing on AI and everything around Pixel and Galaxy phones. I’ve got a bachelor’s in IT with a major in AI, so I naturally ...

Sony Xperia 1 VIII is a step in the right direction, with features Samsung Galaxy phones miss -- so why is a US launch so hard?

Despite setbacks, the Xperia line has continued on from its 2019 debut, but since the Xperia 1 VI, Sony hasn't sold the handsets in the US. Apparently, the makers of the PlayStation, WH-1000XM6s, and ...

Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide is the first foldable I would actually buy

The upcoming Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 lineup will have one unique quirk. Beyond the next Z Fold device, Samsung will launch the first Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide. True to its name, this new phone will sport a ...
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I tried Google's new Magic Pointer and it changed how I want to use a laptop

Jon Gilbert is a Features Writer for Android Police. I've covered Android since 2021, focusing on writing features and guides about Android apps and features that directly affect users. I've attended ...